Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The Christian Science Church, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The Church publishes the Monitor ...

A narrow side yard supports food and flowers with permaculture techniques. What to do with that narrow strip between your house and the neighbor’s? With sustainable, permaculture techniques, Tyaga ...

Side yards can be a challenge. Long and narrow, the awkward spaces usually end up forgotten areas, little more than weedy passageways of packed dirt or home to compost bins, garbage cans or garden ...

Q: I have a side yard that's about 9 to 10 feet wide by 30 feet long. I want to create a pathway to the backyard with plantings on either side. On the east side is my neighbor's yard, some deciduous ...

As you’re making your gardening plans it’s easy to forget about side yards. They’re often narrow and utilitarian, but they also can offer a pleasant way to pass from front yard to back without having ...

As outdoor spaces have shrunk and the pace of life has become much faster than it used to be, new types of gardens have had to emerge. The best landscapes now aren’t measured in square footage or ...

A helpful compilation of the most wonderful backyard ideas—large, sloped, or small, there are designs for all yards with beautiful budget-friendly options, too!