Latest articles by Alex David
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I've tested expandable garden hoses for years and think they're only worth buying if you have this specific type of yard
Expandable hoses can work for small city gardens, but they have significant drawbacks
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How to design an accessible garden – 7 expert tips to create a safe, beautiful garden that can be accessed by all
The experts reveal how to design a yard that works for every type of gardener
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Can I prune my neighbor's tree? Attorneys and arborists reveal when you can prune a branch growing into your yard – and when you might be breaking the law
It's tempting to prune an overhanging branch, but surprisingly complicated tree laws mean you could face litigation
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How to balance lawnmower blades – experts explain a simple process that can transform your lawn
Unbalanced mower blades make mowing uncomfortable and ineffective
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Landscaping pros reveal 5 lawnmower storage mistakes that can damage your mower, grass, and even your home
Discover how to avoid the most common lawnmower storage mistakes
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Fertilizer storage mistakes – experts reveal 7 missteps that can ruin this temperamental gardening essential
The pros recoil at these common mistakes – and advise on how to avoid them
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Don't fall into the trap of 'rot, rust, regret' – 6 common tool storage mistakes that could be ruining your yard tools and how to avoid them
These tool storage mistakes can destroy your yard equipment – but there are easy fixes
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Best pizza oven 2025 - tested by the experts
Looking for the best pizza oven for your backyard pizza parties? Our experts put the market to the test and share their insider knowledge and recommendations
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Best gas grills – tested and reviewed by outdoor experts
We fired up the best gas grills to find the easiest, tastiest options for your next cookout – from Weber, Napoleon and more
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How to clean a bird feeder – an ornithologist shares 5 key steps for clean feeding during avian flu
Expert cleaning advice to help keep native bird populations healthy and thriving
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Pergola mistakes – an outdoor structure specialist reveals 9 pergola errors that can cause big problems, and how to avoid them
Pergolas can be a stunning addition to a yard, but these 9 common mistakes could ruin your design
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Garden hose mistakes – yard experts reveal 6 'severe' errors that can ruin your hose, fry your lawn, and even change the color of your plants
Hoses seem simple to use, but these common errors could break your hose – and damage your plants
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Best grills 2025 – top gas, charcoal, and smokers tested by outdoor cooking experts
After cooking dozens of burgers, chicken, briskets, steaks and ribs on gas, charcoal, and smoker grills from top brands the experts share the very best grills
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Experts reveal the 8 'nightmare' mistakes that can ruin a hot tub – and how to avoid making them
These errors will be detrimental to your hot tub before you even use it
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Window bird feeders vs standard bird feeders – an expert reveals which is best for your yard
Getting up close and personal with birds seems fascinating – but is it really the best way to help local wildlife?
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Gozney deals – how to get big savings on exceptional pizza ovens
Gozney makes some of the best pizza ovens around, but they're also some of the most expensive. The best Gozney deals will get you a big discount on the best ovens
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Ninja just dropped the brand new Artisan – the brand says it's 'game-changing', but can an electric pizza oven really rival the competition?
Ninja's latest pizza oven has just hit the market – here's our expert take
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The Ninja FlexFlame grill just dropped – here's all we know about this 'revolutionizing' outdoor cooking system
Ninja is best known for blenders and ice cream makers. Can it really make a grill, too?
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How to make a DIY bottle bird feeder – an expert ornithologist reveals how to reuse old bottles to help local wildlife
Birds need more help than ever, and you can do your part with leftover trash. Learning how to make a DIY bottle bird feeder can help feed native birds for free
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Ooni deals – how to get big savings on the world's best pizza ovens
Ooni deals are the only way to save money on some of the most expensive pizza ovens on the market
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Wood vs PVC decks – construction experts reveal which is best for your yard
Wood and PVC are the two most popular options for decking, but which is the smartest choice?
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Best hot tubs – the only tubs worth buying for a relaxing outdoor spa
A hot tub might be the missing piece from your yard. Here's our selection of the very best you can buy, with choices to reflect a range of needs and budgets
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Pizza oven mistakes – world champion pizza chefs reveal 7 basic errors that make them shudder, and how to avoid them
It takes a little practice to make a perfect pizza. Avoiding these 7 common pizza oven mistakes makes for better pies
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Lawn mower mistakes – professional landscapers cringe when they see these 5 easily avoidable mower errors
These lawn mower mistakes can ruin your lawn, but they're easy to fix
