The heat and humidity of a typical summer leave little ambition to do much, especially worry about the condition of the garden. But, every proud homeowner wants to have a landscape that is attractive, despite the heat.

Declining home values coupled with high fuel costs are leading many to reconsider how they spent their money. Many homeowners now owe more than the current value of their house and cannot move until home values rebound. What does a homeowner do until then?

While outdoor living has become a major focus for homeowners, the opportunity is still knocking to create a truly inspired outdoor space by simply selecting the right patio door.

As cooler weather approaches, home owners spend as much time outdoors as possible. Making outdoor spaces more livable not only increases the value of a home, but can make a house feel larger and allow its occupants to enjoy the best nature has to offer.

Outdoor living has always held a romantic appeal, but its rustic nature often lacked a sense of sophistication. Furniture has evolved way beyond Adirondack chairs and lumpy cushions. With today's high-performance fabrics, you can decorate and live fashionably and comfortably, both indoors and out, without worrying about spills and messes.

Here are some simple guidelines from the experts that will help you choose the perfect fountain for your garden space.

Geese can put a major damper on outdoor fun at this time of year, especially for properties near water. Not only do bird droppings make an environment unpleasant, they pose a slip-and-fall hazard, and are a breeding ground for bacteria and disease. Here are tips for non-lethal, effective ways to deter geese.