A large pristine, lawn mowed in a striped pattern - Phototropic/Getty Images When you think of your outdoor space, you might look for ways to landscape your yard with flowers to increase its aesthetic ...

Emily Long is a freelance writer based in Salt Lake City. After graduating from Duke University, she spent several years reporting on the federal workforce for Government Executive, a publication of ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Mowing your lawn in stripes is good and all, but it's rather basic. Diamonds are a neat look, but a bit more complicated to pull off if you ...

man pushing lawn mower over grass - Organic Media/Getty Images There are so many things that you can do to increase your home's curb appeal. For example, adding artistic touches such as fancy ...

man pushing lawn mower over grass - Organic Media/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. There are so many things that you can do to increase your home's curb appeal.