If you wish to change your preferences, see the instructions at the bottom. $$parm1$$ Dear $$firstname$$ Cooking up some exciting summer plans? Maybe you’re taking a family vacation...finishing up a backyard project...or giving that new grill a spin! Just remember, summer’s the time to kick back and relax, and your backyard is the perfect place to do just that! So we’re including a list of no-maintenance annuals as well as a soothing fountain project that only takes an afternoon to build. But for those of you planning to take advantage of the weather by working in the yard, we have something for you, too! We’ll show you how to plant a healthy hedge, as well as give you a couple of container recipes that will have your backyard bursting with color well into the winter. Here’s to good times out back! —Rachael Liska, Editor $$parm2$$ ----------------- Soothing Fountain Build this fountain in an afternoon! Click to see how. 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