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Eva Stones

Eva Stones earned her degree in Horticulture from Oregon State University and has spent 6 years creating sustainable and visually appealing outdoor spaces. She specializes in drought-resistant landscaping, native plant gardening, and functional backyard designs. Her grandfather, a landscape designer, introduced her to the world of plants, and she has been passionate about outdoor design ever since. In her spare time, she works on her backyard garden, hikes nature trails, and experiments with urban farming techniques.

Mosquito with black and white markings biting human skin, seen in close-up macro photography.

March 17, 2026
Eva Stones
Gardening

5 Easy Homemade Mosquito Repellents That Actually Work

Mosquitoes. They show up uninvited, bite without warning, and leave itchy red marks behind. Most people reach for a can of chemical spray. It works, sure. But have you...

Macro photo of four small, elongated light-brown winged insects resting on a textured green leaf, scattered across the frame.

March 17, 2026
Eva Stones
Gardening

How to Get Rid of Thrips on Houseplants

Thrips are tiny. But the damage they do? Not so tiny. One day, a houseplant looks perfectly fine. The next, its leaves start turning silver, streaky, or just plain...

Boy taking a jump shot toward the hoop during basketball games practice on an indoor court, focusing on shooting skills and accuracy

March 16, 2026
Eva Stones
Outdoor Activities

Fun Basketball Games to Play With Friends on the Court

What if your next trip to the court turned into the most fun you’ve had all year? You don’t need a full team or a packed schedule to have...

feature image 79 fun outdoor activities for kids you can try at home today

November 28, 2025
Eva Stones
Outdoor Activities

79 Fun Outdoor Activities for Kids to Try

Kids spend too much time glued to screens these days. Fresh air and sunshine are exactly what they need, but getting them outside can feel like a battle. Parents...

October 28, 2025
Eva Stones
Outdoors & Landscaping

Beyond the Patio: Surprising Uses for a Pressure Washer Around the Home and Garden

A sparkling patio is only the beginning. For busy families, pressure washers are fast becoming an essential tool for tackling a variety of household chores, saving time and effort...

July 25, 2025
Eva Stones
Family Relationships

Green Parenting: Easy Eco Habits That Actually Work

It’s tough for today’s families to raise kids who care about the environment. You’re always short on time and energy, and finding easy answers is hard. Between driving kids...

July 16, 2025
Eva Stones
Outdoors & Landscaping

How to Choose the Perfect Outdoor Dining Chairs for Entertaining Guests

When it comes to creating a welcoming and stylish outdoor entertaining area, choosing the right dining chairs is just as important as selecting the table or layout. The perfect...

July 10, 2025
Eva Stones
Outdoor Activities

Bringing Back Outdoor Play: Why It Matters Now More Than Ever

We’ve all seen it — kids hunched over tablets, eyes fixed on video games, even on beautiful sunny days. While screens offer learning and entertainment, they’ve quietly replaced something...

July 1, 2025
Eva Stones
Outdoors & Landscaping

How to Run a Successful Farm

Are you running one of the 1.88 million U.S. farms? Doing this successfully goes beyond having a green thumb and working hard from dawn to dusk. Those things matter,...

July 1, 2025
Eva Stones
Outdoors & Landscaping

How to Build a Small Outdoor Storage Shed

Building your own outdoor storage shed is one of those projects that sounds way more intimidating than it actually is. You can join the 56% of Americans who plan...