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Special series gives backyard, grilling tips

Is your backyard ready for your daughter's graduation party? Is your garden a source of inspiration for your new photography hobby? Do you love retreating to your outdoor oasis to relax with a book? If not, it could be time to Get Your Summer On.

Earlier this year, we asked readers to submit pictures of their backyards badly in need of a makeover. We have narrowed down the entries to 20 finalists, and each week our yard and garden experts are offering their advice on ways to turn these boring yards into the envy of the neighborhood.

Later this spring, five of these yards will win the makeover or prize package that was suggested by our experts. Prizes packages include a patio makeover, fire pit package, water feature and an entryway package.

Check back each week to see what our backyard professionals have to say about these troubled yards, for creative ideas and expert advice that you can apply to your own backyard this year.

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Moroccan Grilling Rub

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Lemon-Garlic Rubbed Lamb Kebabs with Bell Pepper Couscous

Tex-Mex Grilling Rub

Coffee-Rubbed Rib Eye Steaks with Stout Glaze

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Sliding door to nowhere

Unique condo patio makeover

The place to be!

From start to finish

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