Large stones, stumps or logs dressed up with a green suit of moss make a great focal point in a shady garden. Moss thrives in damp, cool shade, but it can take a while to establish itself naturally. Luckily, you can step in and speed up the process by painting a slurry of moss onto the surface that you want to cover. Here is how. ...

Your backyard is a convenient and manageable area to start your metal hunting and uncover the secrets that are literally on your doorstep. Pick up the right tools and a treasure hunter's spirit, and who knows what you might find in your own backyard?