It's that time of the year again. No, not tax season. Outdoor season, when you need to get your yard in shape. The May 2009 issue of Consumer Reports features our latest review of lawn mowers and tractors and expert advice to make your lawn look its best. You'll find links to these reports and other home-related content below. (Several stories here are available only to subscribers.) e-mail | Twitter

Lawn mowers & tractors
Our tests of 81 machines find eight CR Best Buys to help keep your lawn in its best trim.

Hassle-free lawns
These time- and money-saving tips will allow you to enjoy your yard this summer.

Review of the NuWave Pro Infrared Oven
Does this countertop cooker sizzle or fizzle in our test?

Toilet paper
Our Best Buys can save you money.

Refrigerators
Shop in May and June to get a better deal.

Food processors
The best models chop prep time and cut costs.

Hidden costs of home remodeling
Learn how to keep things from going wrong on your next remodeling project.

Where to buy groceries
Find the best and worst supermarkets and cut hundreds from your grocery bill. And, are reusable totes a good buy?

Which big-box retailer is the best?
Find out how Costco, Walmart, Kmart and others compare.