[This article was previously published in 2020 and has been revised and enhanced for the 2021 "post-coronavirus" summer.]

Summer 2021 means the return of backyard barbecues and having friends and family over for dinners outside. Which means having your yard looking it's best.

This is the year to transform your backyard and other outdoor spaces from being neglected and unkempt into a lush oasis, regardless of how large or how small your outdoor space is.