This One Cucumber Watering Mistake Could Ruin Your Whole Crop
Cucumbers are fairly easy to grow, especially compared to other vegetables, but making this simple mistake could completely ruin your harvest.
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Stories By Kristeen Cherney
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The Best Materials For Cleaning Quartz Countertops, Including Stain Removal
Keep quartz countertops sparkling with the right cleaners. Get the low down on which materials safely remove stains without damaging your surfaces.
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Should You Be Spraying The Inside Of Your House To Manage Pests?
Indoor pests can be a big problem for homeowners, but should you use dangerous chemicals in your home to solve the issue? Here are some things to keep in mind.
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The Best Way To Kill The Pesky Giant Ragweed In Your Yard
Giant ragweed is notorious for causing seasonal allergy symptoms. Here are a few simple ideas that will keep the annoying weed from growing in your yard.
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The Stunning Privacy Shrub That'll Bring Butterflies And Birds To Your Small Yard
A plant perfect for a pollinator garden and a privacy hedge is the best of both worlds. That's what you get with this flowering and fruit-bearing shrub.
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Keep Squirrels Off A Bird Feeder With A Simple Swap That Makes All The Difference
You buy a feeder to attract the birds only to watch the squirrels climb up the pole and eat it all. Try this one simple fix that will make all the difference.
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Why Opening Your Windows May Not Be Enough When Cleaning With Harsh Chemicals
It's common advice to open your windows while cleaning with harsh chemicals like bleach, but does this actually improve air quality? Here's what we know.
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Downsides To Solar Lights You Should Know About Before Using Them In Your Yard & Garden
Solar lights are an attractive solution for outdoor lighting, but there are several downsides to consider before investing in this landscape lighting option.
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Why You May Want To Invest In A Cookie Cutter Couch Rather Than Hopping On Trends
Furniture trends are fleeting, so there are a number of reasons why you may want to invest in a cookie cutter couch rather than buying a fashionable one.
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The Pollinator-Attracting Plant That'll Naturally Improve The Quality Of Your Soil
Enriching your soil can be an expensive process that takes quite a bit of guesswork, but cultivating this plant could do some of the heavy lifting for you.
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Simple Rules That Keep An Induction Cooktop Cleaner Than Ever
Induction cooktops are generally easy to clean, but they can easily showcase stains and scratch if you're not careful while you're cooking or cleaning.
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The Pollinator-Friendly Flower That Loves To Be Next To Geraniums In The Garden
Geraniums are a popular and colorful flower to add to any garden. To boost their growth success, plant this one pollinator-friendly flower next door.
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What It Means If You See A Tree Stump With Round, White Markings
You’ve probably noticed tree stumps with distinct round, white markings on a few occasions. Here’s what they indicate – and why they’re there.
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The Surprising Way Your Potting Soil May Be A Fire Risk
When you think of the risks of potted plants, you probably think of pests, but your potting soil could create a fire risk in your landscaping.
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The Gardening Mistake That'll Have A Yard Swarming With Mosquitoes
Mosquitoes can make it hard to enjoy your outdoor space. There's one mistake you may be making that helps them breed -- but there's also a simple solution.
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The Japanese Beetle-Attracting Flower You Might Not Want To Grow In Your Yard
It's nice to stop and smell the flowers, especially ones you planted. However, if you grow this variety, Japanese beetles may eat it right under your nose.
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Skip The Electric Fence And Try These Better Alternatives Instead
Electric fences may tout themselves as the most effective barrier to keep animals in and out, but there is a better and simpler alternative.
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Is It Better To Plant Zucchini In The Ground Or In Pots? Here's The Best Method
Zucchini plants thrive differently in ground vs. pots. Find out which option suits your space and plant type for a bumper crop with less effort.
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The Best Ways To Attract And Keep Monarch Butterflies In The Garden
Monarch butterflies are in danger of going extinct. To help keep your local populations afloat, do these things to attract and keep them in the garden.
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The Spider-Attracting Plant You Might Not Want To Grow In Your Yard
Spiders play an important role in their ecosystem, but if you don't want the arachnids in your yard, reconsider growing this yummy, spider-attracting plant.
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The Popular Spring Flower You Should Never Add To A Tulip Bouquet
While you might think that combining springtime flowers into a bouquet is a natural choice, one flower in particular could actually be killing your tulips.
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The Trouble-Free Flowering Stunner That'll Attract Hummingbirds To Your Shade Garden
Brighten up your shade garden with a vibrant, show-stopping flower whose blooms lure hummingbirds to the yard. It's the perfect plant for low-light areas.
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The Answer To The Housing Crisis Might Be In Your Local Abandoned Mall
A lack of affordable homes has led to a nationwide housing crisis, but the solution to this widespread problem could be hiding in defunct shopping malls.
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When It Comes To Hummingbird Feeders, Is Bigger Better?
There's a lot to learn to ensure your hummingbird feeder is doing its job right. It's incredibly important to buy the right size feeder, but is bigger better?
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Red Is Trending And These Paint Ideas Make It Work Anywhere
Bold and beautiful shades of crimson and ruby are popping up in so many creative ways. Here's how to use red paint to make a statement all over your home.
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The Once-Trendy Porch And Patio Decor That's Now Making Your Home Look Outdated
This porch and patio decor trend has exploded in popularity in the last few decades both, but now, depending on where you live, it may feel dated.
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The Low-Maintenance Privacy Tree That's Perfect For Small Backyards With Damp Soil
Do you have a small yard that could use some privacy? Here's a fast-growing, low-maintenance tree that will offer some much-needed seclusion.
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