Have a question about outdoor design, plant care, or a feature idea for the site? The Patio & Lawn editorial team is happy to hear from readers, professionals, and partners. Email is the easiest way for us to coordinate replies and route your message to the right person.
How to reach us
- General inquiries: info@patioandlawn.org
- Editorial pitches, corrections, or contributor queries: editorial@patioandlawn.org
- Partnerships, advertising, and media requests: ads@patioandlawn.org
What to include in your message
To help us respond quickly and accurately, please include:
- A clear subject line that summarizes your request (for example: “Plant disease ID: brown spots on hydrangea”).
- Relevant details such as plant type, location, dimensions, photos (attach up to three), and any troubleshooting steps you’ve already tried.
- Any deadlines or publication windows if you are proposing content or asking about partnerships.
- Contact name and preferred email so we know how to follow up.
Response time
We aim to respond within 1–2 business days for general and editorial inquiries. For partnership, advertising, or media requests, please allow up to 3–5 business days while we coordinate internally. Complex technical questions, in-depth design consultations, or requests requiring expert review may take longer; in those cases we’ll acknowledge receipt and provide an estimated timeline.
Types of inquiries we welcome
- Practical gardening and maintenance questions: plant care, pest identification, seasonal maintenance tips.
- Design and installation topics: patio layouts, hardscaping materials, irrigation basics, and small-space solutions.
- Editorial contributions: story ideas, how-to guides, step-by-step projects, and pitch submissions from writers and professionals.
- Corrections and fact-checking: if you spot an error or outdated guidance on the site, please tell us so we can verify and update the content.
- Partnerships and advertising: sponsored content, collaborations with brands, event partnerships, and media inquiries.
Privacy and content use
When you email us, we use your message and contact details only to process and respond to your inquiry. If you submit photos or drafts, you confirm you have the rights to share them. We may reference or quote reader-submitted material in editorial follow-ups with attribution unless you request otherwise—please state any confidentiality preferences in your message.
Who’s replying
Messages are handled by our editorial team and reviewed by subject-matter contributors, including certified horticulturists and landscape professionals when appropriate. Our responses reflect practical experience and editorial standards to ensure reliable, actionable guidance.
If you prefer a specific team member or have a preexisting conversation thread, include that context in your email to help us continue the discussion efficiently. We look forward to hearing from you and helping your outdoor space thrive.