After 20 years of growth, some of the ever-widening, 40-foot-tall Leyland cypress trees running along my backyard property line are blocking the walkway. A simple trim is not an option because only ...

We've all seen them, those soulless backyards that are covered in slabs, devoid of greenery or nature — they're pretty uninspiring. So if you're wondering, is my patio out of proportion — or do you ...