Yard Work Safety [Checklist]

It’s time to get out the lawn mower, tiller and hedge trimmers to prepare your landscape for a season of flowers, home grown vegetables and a beautiful green lawn. But, as you get your supplies out of your Cook shed, take precautions to keep you and your family safe. No matter how small a project you’re working on, there are … Read More

8 Outdoor Trends to Remember this Summer

Gardening and spending time outdoors are some of the best parts of the warmer months. Sitting outside and relaxing can be the perfect end to a long work day or week. Outdoor trends are always changing according to the season and the year. So here are 8 of our favorite trends for this summer to help your yard look even … Read More

8 Ways to Reduce your Energy Bills this Summer

Along with all the fun, exciting and relaxing things that come with summer, there is one not fun component- higher utility bills. During those months with brutal summer heat, especially in the south and west, your home’s energy costs tend to skyrocket. But it doesn’t have to be this way. With a few simple adjustments, you can trim dollars off … Read More

5 Essentials for a Green, Healthy Lawn

We all know there is that one house on your block or in your neighborhood with the greenest, most lush lawn. Everyone who drives by wonders what the key is to that person’s green thumb. Well don’t be too intimidated because the path to a lawn that makes your neighbors jealous isn’t too difficult. You just need to learn the … Read More

How to Get your Grill Ready for Summer

The beginning of June means it’s time to invite friends, family and neighbors over for your first summer barbecue. So get your table and chairs out, mix up some delicious drinks and turn the music on. But one big component of a successful BBQ is of course the yummy grub!