Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Feb 9, 2012, 12:48 pm
Finding what you need in the storage shed, garden shed, garage, or other dark space can be a challenge when you don’t have the benefit of light by which to see clearly.  Many homeowners simply live with the situation because the hassle and expense that comes with installing electrical wiring for...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Feb 6, 2012, 11:37 am
Chinese lanterns make a colorful and distinctive addition to creative backyard and patio decor.  But, you don’t need to wait until Chinese New Year rolls around again to adorn your garden or patio with Chinese lanterns.  Fun and funky, solar-powered Chinese lanterns bring colorful illumination t...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Feb 2, 2012, 11:25 am
You tend your garden religiously.  You prune your trees and shrubs to maintain beautiful shapes.  You keep your yard tidy, grass trimmed, tools put away when not needed.  So, what do people notice when they look at your property?  The unsightly electrical transformers and septic system pipes t...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Jan 30, 2012, 11:51 am
Spring is the perfect time to install a new backyard swing set or playground set for the kids, but don’t wait until spring to get started.  Installing a backyard playground properly requires some initial planning before the equipment is ever purchased.  Spend time now thinking about important ...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Jan 26, 2012, 2:30 pm
Relieving stress naturally can be as simple as soothing the senses.  Wall fountains and waterfalls — which come in tabletop, wall mounted, and free standing varieties — bring the soothing sounds of flowing water into the home, but they also bring a visual element. Not only are waterfalls and wa...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Jan 23, 2012, 11:51 am
The floor may be one of the most neglected areas when it comes to decorating. Adding an area rug to the floor has just as much impact on a room, though, as adding a fresh coat of paint to the walls. Area rugs define a space more effectively than furniture alone, and they help tie together the variou...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Jan 19, 2012, 1:45 pm
The purpose of greenhouses is to allow gardeners to grow a wider variety of plants and flowers, no matter the growing zone, and to extend the growing season to three, and sometimes four, seasons. No matter what size the greenhouse, the interior of a greenhouse heats up because the sunlight shining t...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Jan 16, 2012, 9:00 am
    If you live in an apartment, condo, or other small space, you may feel that gardening is not a possibility. How can gardening be accomplished when there is no backyard in which to plant? Apartment dwellers can still reap the benefits of gardening because it can be done on a smaller scale. C...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Jan 12, 2012, 11:51 am
Gardening is messy.  Don’t make it messier by tossing garden tools into a corner of your shed or garage when gardening chores are done for the day.  Not only are tools harder to locate when they’re needed again, they can suffer damage easily and require frequent replacement.  To prevent hoes...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Jan 9, 2012, 12:05 pm
Gardening is an enjoyable pastime for millions of people, but for many, it can present challenges and hassles. Those of us who have issues with mobility, space limitations, or invasions by local wildlife may find gardening a frustrating experience. All of these challenges can be solved easily, thoug...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Jan 5, 2012, 11:44 am
You’ve probably  heard that making your own garden compost in a home compost bin saves you money because that’s one less thing you need to go out and buy at the local garden center.  But, did you ever wonder exactly why you use compost in the first place?  Initially, that may sound like a d...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Jan 2, 2012, 2:09 pm
January is National Mail Order Gardening Month, and it’s the perfect time to peruse those fabulous gardening catalogs to find favorite plant varieties as well as new and interesting possibilities.  While you’re waiting for your seed order to arrive, gather the necessary potting supplies: soil...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Dec 30, 2011, 2:50 pm
BackyardCity.com would like to wish everyone a happy new year! 2011 has been great, but we can’t wait to provide you with great outdoor products, useful information, and some great reading in 2012! We hope that you are your family enjoy the new year to the fullest! Filed under: Holidays & Gift Id...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Dec 29, 2011, 9:03 am
When you think of the word “picnic,” do you automatically associate it with warm and sunny outdoor excursions to the park or the beach?  If we open our minds a bit, though, we can quite easily visualize picnics happening anywhere, at any time of year.   Picnics don’t have to take place ...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Dec 26, 2011, 11:33 am
If you’re an avid gardener, I’m willing to bet that you have at least one item on your New Year’s resolutions list related to your gardening plans for the upcoming season.  Whether it’s on your list of resolutions or not, most gardeners I know have one particular item toward the top of thei...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Dec 22, 2011, 9:48 am
Finding fun gifts that are also useful can present a challenge.  Gifts that are purely fun can quickly become space hogs when they lose their appeal.  Gifts that are purely practical in nature are, frankly, pretty boring.  There are quite a number of great gift ideas out there that successfully ...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Oct 31, 2011, 1:08 pm
Looking for a unique but practical focal point for your outdoor living space?  Outdoor fireplaces are practical, but not always unique.  Unless you choose a chiminea, that is. Chimineas are a different kind of outdoor fireplace. Chimineas were originally developed in Mexico as a means for heati...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Oct 28, 2011, 3:02 pm
If you live in a cold climate, or one with any extreme weather, choosing the right patio furniture can be a challenge. You can bring it in during the winter months, but the hassle of doing so may be more than you care to deal with. Choosing a furniture type that is made to stand up to extreme weathe...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Oct 25, 2011, 5:08 pm
The BackyardCity Fan Favorite Pumpkin Contest is now open for voting! There are some very creative entries this year. Choose your favorite, and you are automatically entered into our fan drawing. You could win one of seven great prizes (listed here). Click here to VOTE today and help us choose a wi...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Oct 24, 2011, 1:43 pm
Did you know that upwards of 60 percent of the waste generated by the average U.S. household could be recycled or composted? Unfortunately, only 8 percent of American waste is composted, according to the Natural Resources Defense Council. Did you also know that yard waste, such as fallen autumn leav...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Oct 21, 2011, 12:26 pm
Sandboxes make an excellent gift for your children or grandchildren, and with only 63 days until Christmas, now is the time to shop! There are some great new options available that will far surpass the basic framed boxes of the past. Here are several options that will appeal to both you and your chi...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Oct 17, 2011, 1:03 pm
Restaurant owners and managers would agree that the struggling economy isn’t helping to increase business in their establishments.  Now that colder weather is on the way, restaurants and cafes that rely at least partially on patios and other outdoor spaces for serving hungry customers may see ...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Oct 14, 2011, 10:53 am
BackyardCity.com is having an employee pumpkin carving contest, and we need your help! When pumpkins are turned in on Tuesday, October 25th, we will open voting to the public and let our customers and fans choose the best design. As a treat to you, we will also randomly pull a name from all voters. ...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Oct 10, 2011, 9:02 am
Storing your seasoned firewood properly is an important consideration, and there are any number of options available. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when deciding how and where to store your seasoned firewood. Convenience and Insect Deterrence Seasoned firewood that you plan to use for the up...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Oct 7, 2011, 1:02 pm
Solar lighting is a great way to provide light sources to “off the grid” areas of your home, lawn, and outdoor structures, but it also lowers your environment footprint. Solar lighting is low maintenance and is usually very easy to install, requiring no power lines or additional sources. Your ma...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Oct 3, 2011, 1:48 pm
When the weather turns too cool for lounging in your outdoor spaces, it’s probably with reluctance that you retreat indoors for the long winter.  Luckily, the season for enjoying those exterior living areas can be extended significantly with the use of an outdoor fireplace. For the most part,...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Sep 30, 2011, 10:57 am
If you are looking for a way to add some warmth to your porch or patio this fall and winter, infrared heating is the way to go. These heaters use infrared heat waves to heat the object or material in the path of the heater. In other words, the object is heated directly by the infrared waves, rather ...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Sep 26, 2011, 12:14 pm
Now that evenings are becoming gradually darker with each passing day, the need for landscape lighting increases.  If you don’t already have lighting installed on your property, consider low voltage landscape lighting as an option.  Low voltage lighting is often a more practical choice than hi...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Sep 23, 2011, 3:09 pm
There are several new products to aid in fall and winter growing seasons available at BackyardCity! Check out the cool products below and keep your gardening going for many more months! Greenhouse Heater – This heater provides 5,120 BTU’s of fan forced heat throughout your greenhouse to your pl...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Sep 19, 2011, 12:12 pm
It’s National Dog Week this week, so it’s the perfect time to honor our canine companions and show them how much we appreciate their unconditional love.  Here are four easy ways you can pamper your pooch: Extra Love — Our dogs give us so much love and devotion.  Let them know you love them,...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Sep 16, 2011, 11:04 am
Picnic tables are a great way to provide ample seating to your outdoor events. Picnic tables, however, are traditionally stationary.  How can you enjoy the benefits of extra seating and the ease of portability? Folding picnic tables! They are available in many designs, including the football foldin...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Sep 13, 2011, 11:46 am
When you cover up your patio furniture before a storm or a long winter season, what kind of material actually touches the surface of your furniture?  If you skimped when you bought your patio furniture covers, there’s no guarantee that they’ll offer adequate protection, and no guarantee that ...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Sep 9, 2011, 11:58 am
Greenhouses are great for gardeners looking to continue into fall. Traditional greenhouses, however, can be large and expensive, which prohibits some gardeners from exploring this option. A great new alternative is a plant inn. It will provide a beautiful and functional growing space in your garden ...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Sep 6, 2011, 11:22 am
September is Apple Month, and it’s the time of year when thousands of families look forward to heading out to the local orchard for some apple picking fun.  My family is no exception.  In fact, we live in a part of the country where apple orchards abound.  Picking our peck is a big deal, so ...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Sep 2, 2011, 11:58 am
It’s officially tailgating season…and it’s about time! The first game was a success with great food and a fun atmosphere. While our team might not win every game, we never lose a party! We cooked the following recipe for this week’s game, and it was a HUGE success. The gumbo-esque recipe was...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Aug 30, 2011, 11:58 am
There’s a cold front coming through soon — will you retreat indoors when evenings grow chilly?  Frankly, there’s nothing quite like inhaling the crisp air of an early autumn evening (coming soon to a neighborhood near you).  The only thing to make that moment better is the warm, aromatic ...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Aug 26, 2011, 10:56 am
Looking for the perfect burger recipe for  your Labor Day cookout? The one below from Food Network star Bobby Flay will bring amazing flavor and win raves with your backyard bbq guests! Fire up your charcoal grill, have plenty of cold beverage and friends, and let the party begin! Bobby Flay’s B...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Aug 22, 2011, 10:32 am
In some parts of the country, it’s not too early to start thinking about firewood.  Storing your seasoned firewood properly is an important consideration, and there are any number of options available. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when deciding how and where to store your seasoned firewood...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Aug 19, 2011, 12:49 pm
The dwindling days of summer are coming to an end. Around the country, children are starting back to school, football games are beginning, and the days will eventually start to get cooler and shorter. Make the most of the days we have left. Here is a list of my very favorite things to do during the ...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Aug 15, 2011, 8:49 pm
Why choose a cedar garden shed over a metal or plastic shed? Cedar is an all-weather wood that can withstand decades of harsh weather conditions, including icy winters, wet springs, and hot, sunny summers. It can be stained or painted to complement your existing home decor, and it is naturally resi...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Aug 11, 2011, 5:00 pm
Sometimes, products come along that revolutionize an aspect of your life. Have trouble parallel parking? There are now cars that take care of this task for you – no hands required! Get lost all the time? A GPS can prove to be a life saver. The hot new product in grilling is the Primo porcelain gri...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Aug 9, 2011, 11:04 am
I’m always on the lookout for new and interesting products that can safely reduce mosquito populations in my backyard.  With pets and kids running around, I’m wary of using foggers or other chemicals to kill the pesky blood suckers.  But, because I have pets and kids, eliminating mosquitoes ...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Aug 1, 2011, 8:50 pm
It’s official — the NFL strike is over, and the games will begin in only a few short weeks.  It’s time to gather the tailgating supplies so you don’t have to scramble at the last minute.  Here are a few essential pieces of portable tailgating equipment that you’ll want to bring with you ...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Jul 26, 2011, 10:02 am
Rainfall is abundant lately in my part of the country, but summer rains bring one of my favorite activities.  Listening.  Try it for yourself.  The next time it rains at your house, go outside on your patio or deck, take a seat, and just listen.  Listen to how different the rain sounds when i...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Jul 22, 2011, 11:22 am
Looking for a great way to relax outdoors? Traditional hammocks are great, but there are some modern alternatives that you are sure to love. A double rope swing will look great on your porch or on your lawn. No where to hang it? The steel swing stand option will allow you to swing anywhere. It has t...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Jul 18, 2011, 8:50 pm
For many kids, going indoors in summer time is simply not an option.  It’s summer, after all, and outside with friends is the only place to be.  On super hot days, kids can get pretty resourceful when it comes to staying cool – they sit together in the shade under a tree, soak in the coolne...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Jul 14, 2011, 11:03 am
With heat waves sweeping the country, its impossible to forget to take care of yourself. Most people manage to stay hydrated, protected, and cool, but what about your pets? Pets need to be cared for during extreme heat just as people do. It is important to remember them and keep them safe. Below is ...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Jul 8, 2011, 3:10 pm
Does your swing set have a space at the bottom? Perhaps a sandbox that has gone unused for years or an open area that seems like wasted space? Spruce it up with a custom vinyl playhouse. You provide the dimensions of your fort, and we create a custom solution that will fit perfectly. The options are...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Jul 4, 2011, 8:35 pm
Keeping kids active and busy over the long summer months while school is out can be a challenge.  It’s not always practical or possible to spend the day at the local museum or zoo.  Making sure that kids have access at home to plenty of safe and super fun toys is key, and the best kind of toys ...
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Ann Mohler posted an article on BackyardCity.com - Jul 1, 2011, 3:56 pm
Planning a trip to the beach this summer? Taking sunblock, bathing suits, towels, and sunglasses are a given, but there are so many other items that could really make your experience the best.  These accessories will make your beach time so much more fun (and comfortable). Radio Pillow: Perfect f...
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