The Sweet-Smelling Herb Best For Growing Ground Cover In The Shade
If you're searching for a dense, low plant that crowds out weeds and also offers a sweet scent, try this plant that's happy with little sunlight.
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Stories By Megan Newton
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Skip Basil And Thyme: There's Another Herb Pollinators Are Thrilled To Find In The Garden
Popular basil and thyme do double-duty as culinary additions and pollinator plants, but there's an overlooked lemon-scented option that's just as useful.
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5 Amazon Finds That Are Great For Maintaining Your Gravel Driveway
There are so many yard maintenance tools on Amazon that it's hard to know which to buy. We narrow the field with these five tools for gravel driveway care.
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Don't Say We Didn't Warn You: Keep This Houseplant Indoors During Summer For Better Health
Many indoor plants thrive when you place them outdoors during summer, but for some, like this common houseplant, the conditions are too much to handle.
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Not Hosta, Not Heuchera: The Compact Plant That Looks Great In Shaded Flower Beds
Shaded flower beds may make you feel that you have limited planting options. This flower can thrive in places with partial shade (and attract pollinators, too).
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Not Wishbone, Not Impatiens: The Vibrant Annual Flower That Looks Great In Summer Gardens
A vibrant summer annual brings months of color to gardens, but its biggest impact comes from long-lasting blooms, pollinators, and cut-flower appeal.
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Not Salvia, Not Zinnia: The Showy Flower That'll Have Hummingbirds Flocking To Your Yard
If you want to attract more hummingbirds and other pollinators to your garden without using salvia or zinnia, this lovely plant could be the perfect addition.
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Not Hostas, Not Coral Bells: The Bright Houseplant That Can Thrive In Shaded Flower Beds
If you're looking to bring a fun pop of color to the shadier parts of your garden, this lesser-known flower can be a great addition to your beds.
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How To Repel Aphids With A Citrusy Essential Oil They Can't Stand
Aphids can be a real frustration for gardeners, but luckily, there is a natural citrus derivative that can take care of a bug invasion quickly and easily.
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Not Hostas, Not Coral Bells: The Deer-Resistant Plant That's Great For Shaded Flower Beds
A shade-tolerant perennial that blooms in striking summer colors also resists deer damage, providing a rare solution for difficult garden beds.
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Beautify Your Landscape With A Summer-Blooming Shrub That Backyard Pollinators Will Love
If you're looking for a plant to add to your garden that will attract pollinators well into the summer months, then this shrub could be the perfect addition.
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Ditch Cluttered Drawers: Amazon Has A Farmhouse-Style Kitchen Utensil Storage Find
If you need to declutter your kitchen drawers, this farmhouse-style utensil holder is a great solution. Even better, you can grab it right now on Amazon.
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Not Basil, Not Cilantro: The Summer-Blooming Herb With Flowers That Pollinators Love
Plenty of delicious herbs also offer beautiful blooms. This one in particular will attract plenty of bees, butterflies and even hummingbirds.
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Not Blue Mistflower: The Similar Annual Flower That Will Fill Your Garden With Butterflies
If you love to sit back and watch the butterflies enjoy your garden, you should look into this easy-to-grow, beautiful flower this gardening season.
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The Stunning Tropical Plant You Can Grow In A Container That Thrives In The Shade
Need a new addition to the container-grown plant collection on your shady patio or deck? This tropical beauty with hot pink-striped leaves is a great choice.
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17 Plants That Can Help Keep Gophers Out Of Your Yard & Garden
Gophers are plant eaters, and they’re not picky, so a wide range of garden favorites can be at risk — but these 17 plants are among the safest bets.
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Ditch Concrete Pavers: Edge Your Driveway With This Walkable And Fragrant Ground Cover Instead
Traditional driveway edging materials are not the only option for adding definition and curb appeal, especially if you prefer a softer landscape look.
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How Often Do I Need To Replace A Lawn Mower Spark Plug?
A lawn mower's performance often depends on small components, like spark plugs, that are easy to overlook until problems start showing up in the yard.
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Not English Ivy: The Less Invasive Alternative For Your Yard
Looking to plant ground cover in your yard? This spring-flowering vine is an excellent alternative to the often lovely, but invasive, English ivy.
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More Than A Vegetable: This Cabbage Cousin Elevates Garden Beds With Vibrant Pops Of Purple
If you're looking for an edible plant that doubles as an ornamental one in your garden raised beds, this unique purple cabbage cousin is the perfect choice.
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What's The Average Lifespan Of A Samsung Refrigerator?
Electronic giant Samsung is well known for its quality appliances, but if you buy one of their refrigerators, how long can you expect it to last?
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Not Brick, Not Pavers: The Yellow Flowering Shrub That'll Beautifully Edge Your Driveway
Property owners are just now realizing that a commonly overlooked shrub’s durability, easy care, and colorful nature make it an exceptional driveway border.
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The Perfect Companion Flower For Peonies To Fill Your Garden With Color
Peonies are gorgeous flowers, but they look even better with the right companion. This pairing will keep your garden balanced and add color at the same time.
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What Is The Average Lifespan Of An Area Rug?
Area rugs are a big investment, but with time, they can start to wear down. Here's how long you can expect to go before needing a replacement.
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The Beautiful Flower That Can Replace Peonies — It's Hardy And Easy To Grow
These flowers have generously sized blooms with layers of fluffy petals, similar to peonies. However, they’re easy enough even for beginner gardeners to grow.
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Not Honeysuckle Or Bee Balm: The Flower That Hummingbirds & Butterflies Can't Resist
This easy-to-grow plant features tubular flowers that hummingbirds and butterflies love. And unlike bee balm and honeysuckle, it doesn’t require full sun.
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The Low-Maintenance Tree That Benefits The Birds & Wildlife In Your Yard
One low-maintenance tree’s benefits extend beyond straightforward care to include distinct, multifaceted wildlife benefits and drought-tolerance.
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