From victory gardens to garage greatness: 5 big jobs to tackle for summer-part 2

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Summer is here, which means it's time to tackle the big outdoor tasks.

The importance of getting work done is especially true in this season of social isolation, when Americans are enjoying their homes' outdoor spaces more than ever. Outdoor work may require some extra sweat and elbow grease, but these big jobs are a welcome break right now, keeping people busy and outside - and helping them truly appreciate their well-tended green spaces.

For many, outdoor work is a satisfying endeavor, allowing homeowners to take plide in their home and yard, along with the work they put into it, which shows in what people are searching for, posting and sharing online. For example, Pinterest Insights saw an increase of 89 percent in backyard renovation ideas on their website, along with a whopping jump of 658 percent in DIY small patio ideas on a budget, and an impressive 528 percent increase in budget garden inspiration ideas.

Ready to get statted on your swnmer to-do list? Consider adding these big but worthwhile tasks to your roster.

Beef up your lanclscaping

Look at your landscaping layout and determine which parts need t:Jimming, filling in, fertilizing or replacing. If you're in doubt, many garden centers can draw up plans demonstrating changes or additions that might look more eye-catching. Before getting started, invest in easy-to-use equipment that will make the heavy-duty labor less grueling. Northern Tool + Equipment's Strongway Steel Jumbo Garden Wagon can handle tough jobs like hauling rocks, pavers or bags of cement; in fact, it can capably pull up to 1,400 pounds of supplies.