While most people celebrate America’s birthday with fireworks and barbecues, smart shoppers seize this mid-summer moment to find incredible savings on a wide range of home and garden favorites, from patio furniture and grills to outdoor power equipment and a whole lot more.
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Zero Turn vs. Lawn Tractor: Which Is Best for Large Yards?
Zero-turn mowers and lawn tractors provide the wide decks and speed needed to maintain large yards. However, they have their pros and cons, which could make one a better choice for your yard.
8 Ways You Should Be Using Your Reciprocating Saw
You bought a Sawzall to do some demolition. Put that tool to work now when pruning, removing tile, and even plumbing.
Beasen Home Is Clearing Out Motorized Shades for Memorial Day—Up to 50% Off Blackout, Solar, and Zebra Styles
Save on motorized roller shades, blackout cellular shades, outdoor shades, solar shades, and zebra shades during Beasen Home’s Memorial Day event.
Memorial Day Home Upgrades Are Up to 55% Off—Save on Blinds, Outdoor Gear, and More
Save on Bali cellular shades, Breeo fire pits, Traeger grills, robot vacuums, outdoor lights, patio seating, and more home refreshes before the long weekend.
The Best Fire Pit Accessories of 2026, Picks by Our Editors
It’s time to add some useful and stylish accessories to your fire pit—and maximize your outdoor fun.
Common Types of Shovels and When to Use Them
There’s no one shovel that’s just right for all digging, edging, and spreading tasks. Do you have the shovels you need to complete your to-do list?
The 20 Best Backyard Trees for Privacy and Shade
The right tree can provide colorful foliage, a home for a treehouse, or a living barrier between you and the neighbors. Which of these best suits your backyard?
Amazon Is Clearing Out Fire Pits for Memorial Day—Up to 40% Off Solo Stove, Outland Living, and More
Amazon’s Memorial Day fire pit deals include smokeless fire pits, propane fire bowls, backyard fire tables, and portable campfire setups designed to keep outdoor gatherings going long after sunset.
Our Favorite Drip Irrigation System Is Shockingly Easy to Set Up
Treat yourself and your garden to one of these low-maintenance watering solutions, which are sure to make your neighbors green with envy!
10 Things You Can Do Now to Get Rid of Ticks In Your Yard
What you have on your property—and what you don’t—can affect tick activity. Learn what’s encouraging disease-carrying pests to stick around.
The Hidden Challenge of Open Floor Plans (and the Cooling Fix You Haven’t Considered)
Gone are the days when homeowners had to choose between large living spaces and energy efficiency.
The Best Outdoor Shades of 2026, Picks by Our Editors
Create a relaxing outdoor retreat with the top outdoor shades that can help improve lighting, control temperature, and provide privacy.
MyQ Secure View 3-In-1 Smart Lock Review: Is Installing an All-in-One Smart Lock Worth It?
A smart lock, video doorbell, and security camera in one, this all-in-one system simplified my front door setup while adding impressive convenience.
Our Favorite Outdoor Cushions Are Made From Recycled Fishing Nets—and for Good Reason
Kick back and relax on cozy outdoor cushions in your backyard space.
We Put the Best Exterior Wood Stains Through 40 Hours of Testing to Find the Top Options
Add an attractive protective finish to the wood surfaces around your home with these top exterior wood stains.
Home Depot Is Clearing Out Ryobi Tools for Memorial Day—Up to 53% Off Combo Kits, Outdoor Tools, and More
The Home Depot’s Memorial Day Ryobi sale includes strong deals on DIY-friendly power tools and outdoor equipment, with price drops up to 40% off.
The Best Mulch Glues to Keep Your Yard Pristine, Tested
Can spraying an adhesive on mulch keep it from blowing or washing away? We tested and found out.
Rugs.com Memorial Day Sale Cuts Prices Up to 75% Off on Washable Indoor and Outdoor Rugs
Rugs.com is dropping prices on washable indoor and outdoor rugs ahead of Memorial Day, with designer-inspired styles, oversized area rugs, runners, and patio-ready picks marked down up to 75%.
Common Types of Screwdrivers and How to Use Them
Clever DIYers have a keep a few of the most common screwdrivers at the ready—you never know whether you’ll need a hex, Philips, or another type for the job.
The Best Weber Grills of 2026, Tested and Reviewed
Add a grill from one of the most well-regarded brands in the business to your outdoor kitchen.
The Best Lawn Edgers of 2026, Tested by Lawn-Care Experts
Whether gas, electric, or manual, a well-designed edge trimmer can help keep your yard looking its best without wearing you out.
Mosquitos Ruining Your Night? These Tested Traps Actually Work
Keep biting insects at bay by adding one of these mosquito-deterrent devices to your pest-control strategy.
Is the BoxBlayde Worth It? A Hands-On Review of This Cordless Box Cutter
This compact, rechargeable cutter promises safer, faster cardboard breakdown without the hassle of traditional blades. After hands-on testing, here’s how it performs in real-world cleanup tasks.
Ace Hardware Drops Outdoor Tools Up to 45% Off for Memorial Day—Save on Ego, Milwaukee, and Toro Outdoor Tools
From cordless lawn tools to yard-cleanup essentials, Ace Hardware’s Memorial Day deals include some of the best outdoor tool prices we’ve seen this spring. Save up to 43% off.
13 Time-Tested Tricks for a Bug-Free Backyard
Insects can suck the fun right out of summer, but these hacks and favorite buys can keep them at arm’s length.
Amazon and Gardyn Are Clearing Out Garden Systems for Memorial Day—Up to 33% Off AeroGarden, Click & Grow, and More
From compact countertop herb gardens to fully automated growing systems, these beginner-friendly gardens make it easier to grow fresh produce year-round – even without outdoor space.
The Best Gas Chainsaws of 2026, Tested by Experts
If you prioritize extended runtime, heavy-duty performance, and simplified controls, these saws make the cut.
The Best Tomato Cages to Support a Bigger, Healthier Harvest—Tested and Reviewed by Our Experts
The right tomato cage can make your tomato plants happier, healthier, and more prolific.
Home Depot Drops Air Conditioners Up to 72% Off for Memorial Day—Save on Portable, Window, and Mini-Split Models
The Home Depot is cutting prices to clearance level on air conditioners for Memorial Day with deep discounts on portable ACs, smart window units, and DIY mini-split systems.
Lowe’s Drops EGO to Clearance-Level Pricing for Memorial Day—Save on Mowers, Trimmers, and More
Lowe’s Memorial Day EGO deals are live now, with prices starting at $149 on cordless outdoor tools, mower bundles, blowers, and more.
4 Ways to Refresh Dried Glue in a Pinch
These tricks can help you get another use or two out of the glue, but there’s a disadvantage to doing so.
Vermiculite vs. Perlite: What’s the Difference?
These soil amendments can hold moisture, air, or nutrients to help give your plants just what they need.