From Victory Gardens to Garage Greatness 5 BIG JOBS TO TACKLE FOR SUMMER
(BPT) - SUMMER IS HERE, AND THAT MEANS IT'S TIME TO TACKLE THE BIG OUTDOOR TASKS. The importance of getting work done is especially true in this season of social isolation, when Americans are enjoying their homes' outdoor spaces more than ever. Outdoor work may require some extra sweat and elbow grease, but these big jobs are a welcome break right now, keeping people busy and outside—and helping them truly appreciate their well-tended green spaces. For many, outdoor work is a satisfying endeavor, allowing homeowners to take pride in their home and yard, along with the work they put into it, which shows in what people are searching for, posting and sharing online. For example, Pinterest Insights saw an increase of 89 percent in backyard renovation ideas on their website, along with a whopping jump of 658 percent in DIY small patio ideas on a budget, and an impressive 528 percent increase in budget garden inspiration ideas. Ready to get started on your summer to-do list? Consider adding these big but worthwhile tasks to your roster.
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Start a "victory garden" Given all the questions brought about by COVID-19, many Americans are reigniting the WWII practice of growing their own fruits, vegetables and herbs to give themselves more control over their food supplies. Many produce varieties are easy to grow, and cultivating them at home can ward off unnecessary shopping excursions. "Americans are turning to gardens for food access, food security, food safety and food affordability," confirms gardening exec Jim Feinson on GardenResearch. com. Beef up your landscaping Look over your landscaping layout and determine which parts need trimming, filling in, fertilizing or replacing. If you're in doubt, many garden centers can draw up plans demonstrating changes or additions that might look more eye-catching. Before getting started, invest in easy-to-use equipment that will make the heavy-duty labor less grueling. Northern Tool + Equipment's Strongway Steel Jumbo Garden Wagon can handle tough jobs like hauling rocks, pavers or bags of cement; in
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