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Backyard Living magazine

 

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August Newsletter Sneak Peek

Perfect Perennials

Growing Birds & Butterflies

Secrets to Fall Color

Rachael Liska, Editor

Rachael Liska, Editor

Dear $$firstname$$,

While the heat of summer encourages fun out back, it can also mean more watering chores. Check out this article on easy watering, as well as these five tips to reduce your watering time in the garden. Plus, conserve water and the environment with these clever xeriscaping ideas and water-wise plants to try in your garden.

Looking for inspiration? Take a look at this reader’s beautiful backyard retreat. You won’t believe the transformation—and it was all done on a budget! Plus, with the rising popularity of outdoor living spaces, we’re including reader kitchens sure to spark your creativity. Look in our August/September issue for more trends in outdoor kitchen designs.

VIDEO CONTEST! Our top videos from our Birds & Blooms video contest are now on the web. Check out the YouTube page and vote for your favorite!

SIGN UP NOW TO WIN! This month, Backyard Garden Club members are entered to win a mosquito vacuum from Stinger or a SlugsAway slug deterrent from Contech! To learn more about these products, click here. Not a member yet? Sign up today!

Happy Gardening!

—Rachael Liska, Editor

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Limited Resources   Watering Tips

Limited Resources
This couple turned an eyesore into a backyard retreat.
See how.

 

Watering Tips
With summer in full swing, check out ways to reduce watering chores.
Five watering tricks.

     
Going Green   Outdoor Kitchens

Going Green
Try these simple eco-friendly things in your landscape.
Garden greener.

 

Outdoor Kitchens
Check out these amazing reader kitchens!
See their photos.

 

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