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Turn Your Front Yard Into a Productive Food Garden

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HOAs Now Approve Front Yard Food Forests

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January 2, 2026POST BY MARIA SWEENEY

Gravel Gardens Cut Lawn Work and Water Bills in Half

Convert your yard into a durable, effortless retreat using a gravel garden. Substitute water-intensive grass with stone layers and resilient plants that flourish across seasons. Discover how strategic planning, regional resources, and thoughtful arrangements deliver aesthetic charm, water savings, and serene enjoyment with little ongoing work.

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Jan 1, 2026POST BY MARIA SWEENEY

Edible Landscapes That Boost Curb Appeal Fast

Convert your front yard into an edible landscape that merges visual charm with fresh food production. Explore techniques for zoning, blending ornamentals and edibles, selecting appealing crops, and using efficient irrigation to create a sustainable, eye-catching haven.

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Jan 1, 2026POST BY KAYLEIGH MATTHEWS

Gravel Yards Cut Water Bills 60% With Less Work

Sam and Lila Torres replaced their water-intensive lawn with a layered gravel design, slashing yard costs by 60% and halving water usage. Designer Claire Mendoza from IntePra Gardens integrated decomposed granite, pea gravel, and native plants for a low-maintenance landscape that combines visual appeal, eco-friendliness, and effortless living.

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Jan 1, 2026POST BY KAYLEIGH MATTHEWS

Front Yard Edibles That Maintain Curb Appeal

Transform your yard into a feast for the senses by replacing ornamentals with edible plants. This suburban redesign blends beauty and bounty through structured beds, fruiting shrubs, and herb-filled groundcovers. Discover how thoughtful design, smart irrigation, and layered planting create a stunning, sustainable landscape that nourishes both family and community.

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Dec 31, 2025POST BY MARIA SWEENEY

HOA-Approved Edible Yards Blend Beauty with Function

In HOA-governed neighborhoods, edible front yards are redefining suburban landscapes by merging aesthetic appeal with sustainable food production. Strategic plant choices, structured layouts, and seasonal planning create tidy gardens that enhance pollinator habitats, reduce maintenance, and deliver bountiful harvests while adhering to strict community standards.

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Dec 31, 2025POST BY KAYLEIGH MATTHEWS

Sheet Mulching Transforms Lawns Without Ripping Out Turf

Clara and Miguel revived their worn lawn using sheet mulching, native grasses, and compost to build a regenerative space that boosts soil vitality, stores carbon, and aids pollinators. This low-maintenance design demonstrates how home yards can promote climate resilience and natural harmony.

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Dec 30, 2025POST BY KAYLEIGH MATTHEWS

Front Yards That Feed You Without Losing Curb Appeal

Maria and Jamal, passionate home cooks, collaborated with landscape designer Elise Tran to redesign their 600-square-foot front yard. They replaced traditional ornamentals with blueberry shrubs, dwarf fruit trees, kale, and herbs, creating a space that delivers fresh produce while enhancing curb appeal through strategic planting, seasonal rotations, and eco-friendly materials.

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Dec 30, 2025POST BY PAULA LLOYD

Clover Lawns Cut Mowing While Staying Green Year-Round

Frustrated with constant mowing? Clover lawns provide dense, vibrant coverage that requires little water, no fertilizer, and infrequent trimming. As a self-sustaining, drought-resistant option that supports pollinators, clover creates inviting, eco-conscious yards ideal for busy homeowners desiring low-effort beauty.

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Dec 29, 2025POST BY MARIA SWEENEY

Rain Gardens Now Required in Many Suburban Areas

Emerging stormwater regulations reshape suburban environments, positioning rain gardens as key solutions. These engineered landscapes capture and purify runoff, curb flooding, and elevate aesthetic appeal. Versatile and easy to maintain, rain gardens convert compliance obligations into chances for vibrant, eco-friendly outdoor spaces.

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Dec 29, 2025POST BY KAYLEIGH MATTHEWS

Why Gravel Gardens Thrive Where Lawns Struggle

Explore how gravel gardens revolutionize Mediterranean design through sustainable beauty and ease. Combining diverse textures, resilient plants, and minimal upkeep, they craft peaceful retreats that flourish in arid conditions while saving water. From scented walkways to artistic plant arrangements, this enduring style extends modern living outdoors.

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January 3, 2026POST BY PAULA LLOYD

HOAs Now Welcome Edible Front Yard Gardens

January 3, 2026POST BY PAULA LLOYD

HOAs Rewrite Rules to Welcome Front Yard Food Gardens

January 2, 2026POST BY KAYLEIGH MATTHEWS

Turn Your Front Yard Into a Productive Food Garden

January 2, 2026POST BY KAYLEIGH MATTHEWS

HOAs Now Approve Front Yard Food Forests