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What Are We?

Everything Backyard is your backyard’s new best friend… Make peace with your patio, learn to landscape like a pro, and read up on all the things you should know about to turn your yard from an eyesore to your own personal escape.

Our Goals

Everything Backyard proudly serves up daily content to help our readers get the scoop on products for your backyard, get inspired to revamp their outdoor living space and to share their ideas with others.

our team

Kylie Johnson

Writer/Editor

I am the managing editor here at Everything Backyard. I love all things design, including interior and landscape design. In my spare time, you can find me sitting outside reading a good book or working on my own DIY projects.

Craig Campbell

Writer/Editor

I love to spend all the time I can outdoors and find every excuse to leave my house. I write about everything from backyard DIY projects to gardening. If you can’t get a hold of me I am probably on a trail or a boat.

Mariann Foster

Writer

I am one of our content writers for Everything Backyard. I am a mother and business owner of Big Horn Mountain Alpacas in Wyoming. I love farm life, cutting my own firewood in the mountains, and participating in local trail run races.

Denali Gillen

Writer

I am a farmer’s wife living a farmer’s life. I love having wide open spaces and plenty of space to raise a family. Making the most out of outdoor spaces is something I never get tired of!

Amy O’Brien

Writer

I am a mother, homeowner, and a DIY kind of gal. Whether it’s backpacking in the mountains or throwing a BBQ in my backyard, I love bringing my family to the great outdoors!

Clay Soil and How to Improve It for Perfect Gardening

If your garden has clay soil, then you know how challenging it can be to grow anything according to your desires. Since changing the type of soil in your garden is not an option (unless you move), you’ll just have to make the best of it. Make no mistake, clay soil also has its benefits, […]

Outdoor Shower Ideas to Add in Your Yard

During the summer months, taking a shower outside can bring you great pleasure. It can also save you money if you want to utilize solar power. One of my favorite things about an outdoor shower is feeling the natural air surround me as I take a shower in the privacy of an outdoor shower stall. […]

Liquid Rubber Waterproof Sealant/Coating Review

Everything You Need to Know about the Liquid Rubber Waterproof Sealant/Coating As of this writing, there are 126 customer comments and 284 answered questions for the Liquid Rubber Waterproof Sealant/Coating. I have read the customer feedback and then condensed the results into this review. I hope this review helps you when shopping for the best roof […]

The Steps to Making Your Own DIY Hose Reel

Every gardener can tell you how important it is to have a good hose. It is essential for gardens, no matter how big or small, to have easy access to water. A hose is the easiest and most economical way to water your garden. When you are done watering your garden it is important to […]

Mound Gardening or Hügelkultur Gardening: What It Is and How to Do It Right

Hügelkultur is a word that comes from German and means mound culture or hill culture. This is a practice that has existed both in German and Eastern Europe societies for hundreds of years. The concept was further developed by Sepp Holzer, who is an expert in permaculture, in his book Sepp Holzer’s Permaculture: A Practical […]