Real Gardens
For garden ideas and inspiration, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you want a hand with garden design or just a few tips and tricks, we’re all spending more time in our gardens this summer 2020, so it’s the perfect opportunity to become more green-fingered and to tend to our outdoor space like never before! You can make your garden beautiful with our best pick of decking and patio ideas, while we’ve next level garden lighting ideas and ways to perfect your border planting, too. Whether you’ve a city balcony, or small garden and are looking for innovative garden storage, or if you simply want a few cheap garden ideas to create a lovely outdoor space on a budget, we’ve curated this page to ensure that all your needs are well and truly met.
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Chip Gaines' quick spring lawn care tips for small spaces — what to know before your outdoor cleanup
The 'Fixer-Upper' star, Magnolia Homes owner, and Bobcat ambassador talked lawn care 101 for small spaces with Real Homes
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How often to water a marginata dracaena plant, according to the experts
Learn how often to water a marginata dracaena plant to keep it green and healthy
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Fire pits: Amazon's best selections from $40 for small backyards
Even if your yard is tiny, you don't have to skip out on fire pits. Amazon's reliable, compact, and stylish selections are proof
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How to make compost — 8 easy steps gardening pros always use
Trust us: learning how to make compost at home is so simple
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How to use tea bags in gardening — experts spill the dirt
Curious how to use tea bags in gardening? Allow our pros to lend their expertise for your spring planting needs
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Planting ornamental grasses — the best types experts love and how to grow them
We've asked experts everything you need to know about planting ornamental grasses
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Katie Couric's backyard is perfect for spring — here's how to recreate the look
You'll swoon over Katie Couric's backyard
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10 patio lighting ideas to light up your space with style this season
Be inspired by our patio lighting ideas that will illuminate and add style
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Convincing fake plants from $5 that will make you do a double take
You say "fake plants" like they're bad — these faux leafy friends will convince you otherwise
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Entertaining outdoors? These essentials from $35 will get the party started in your small space
Small buys, big impact. These products for entertaining outdoors will prime your party for success
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Melissa Joan Hart's hanging outdoor lights have inspired us to get creative with our backyard ideas this spring
Trust us, hanging outdoor lights in the style of TV sweetheart MJH will add whimsical chic
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7 outdoor Easter decor ideas to elevate your spring celebrations with
Hop into these adorable outdoor Easter decor ideas
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The best projectors for outdoor movie nights are up to 50% off during Amazon's Big Spring sale
Fancy a film outdoors? The best projectors for outdoor use will transform your backyard into a cinema
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How to mow a lawn, according to a landscaping expert
Enjoy a luscious, healthy plot, by learning how to mow a lawn the proper way
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When to start mowing a lawn in spring — the telltale signs it's time to get going on that unruly grass
Guidance from our gardening pros on when to start mowing a lawn in spring
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When to fertilize houseplants: gardeners dish the dos and don'ts
We asked pros when to fertilize houseplants and what to keep in mind for those who are cultivating their green thumb.
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22 backyard privacy ideas to create a secluded yet stylish space with
Try these beautiful backyard privacy ideas to block your neighbors out
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The best material for outdoor furniture — an expert guide to picking items that will last
From wood to wicker, industry pros weigh in on the best material for outdoor furniture items that will last the test of time
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How to propagate a Chinese money plant — 3 ways to grow new ones for free
Learn the best ways to propagate a Chinese money plant to multiply your indoor greenery without buying new ones
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The Big Wayfair outdoor furniture sale is happening now — shop our favorite small-space finds from $27
The Wayfair outdoor furniture sale is the perfect excuse to get ready for spring
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Is bathwater safe for your plants, or should you skip this sustainable approach? Experts weigh in
The long-debated Question — is bathwater safe for your plants — goes beyond a simple yes or no
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The best patio dining sets for small spaces
Ready to take things outside? We found adorable patio dining sets that will look perfect in your backyard
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Balcony vs terrace: the difference between the two, plus the pros and cons of each
We explain everything you need to know about balcony vs terrace pros and cons
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The Home Depot backyard and patio cleaning supplies we're stocking up on before spring
Don't forget the outdoors when spring cleaning — The Home Depot backyard cleaning buys from $11 will assist
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Are monstera plants toxic to pets? What to know if you have both under your roof
Are monstera plants toxic to pets, or can they coexist in the same space? We asked plant experts to sound off
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Outdoor spring decor ideas — 7 ways to make your backyard look beautiful
Our designers tell us their favorite outdoor spring decor ideas
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How often to water calla lilies indoors, according to a plant pro
Learn how often to water calla lilies and watch yours thrive
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18 garden border ideas for the perfect planting scheme
Use these garden border ideas to ensure your yard is in full bloom year round
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12 grass alternatives for lawns for a no-mow yard
Opt for low-maintenance grass alternatives for lawns for an easy, breeze summer