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Outdoor patio with scenic views of surrounding landscape. July 6, 2026

Cultivated by Hand: A Thriving Landscape Frames This Minnetrista Home

Photography Andrea Rugg  When Bonnie and Wayne Kelly put up their house and planted their gardens in Minnestrista, they did so in a forest they...
Just enough brightness, layered lighting, and comfy seating all create unique ambience for an unforgettable evening in the backyard—and this scene designed by Steve Schafer of Milow Outdoors proves it

Summer Nights: 4 Yard Design Tips for Seasonal Entertainment

Summer nights possess a magic all their own—string lights twinkling, the din of conversation, the crackle and glow of a fire—all as daylight slowly...
This charming backyard features a serene pool, hot tub, casual dining space, and an accessory building for storing equipment and supplies.

5 Pools for Prime for Summertime

The fleeting months of Midwest summers hold a special magic. Making the most of the warm weather is nonnegotiable, and for many homeowners, the...
Beneath the dining table, a triple diamond inlay pattern in the patio tile subtly echoes the angled arch of the fireplace, as well as the linear design of the Hinkley chandelier hanging overhead.

A Mediterranean-Inspired Backyard Transformation

Photos Spacecrafting Soon after settling into their new Edina home, the Coplean family turned their attention to their backyard. Although the lot was lush with...

Get to Know Your Native Plants

By Liv MartinGardening has never been more Minnesota-friendly with The Midwest Native Plant Primer, the newest book from Midwestern horticulture expert Alan Branhagen. Set...

South Minneapolis’ Most Magical Garden

Photos by Tracy Walsh"It’s the only place I can go to not think about anything else and really appreciate where I am and what...

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