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  • A person touches the bottom of a pear as it hangs on the tree.

    The Easy Way To Test If The Pears On Your Tree Are Ripe & Ready To Pick

    You've been nurturing a pear tree for years and it finally has an abundance of fruit. Knowing when to pluck the fruit for the best eating is a vital care skill.

    By Katharine Hansen 1 hour ago Read More
  • A person holds a patch of moss in their hand after pulling it out of a lawn.

    7 Tips To Prevent Moss From Growing In Your Yard

    While moss technically won't harm your lawn, it can cause a patchy, ugly yard. Learn how to get rid of it easily and quickly without resorting to hand-pulling.

    By Ana Markosi 2 hours ago Read More
  • Spotted lanternfly on leaf.

    How To Identify Spotted Lanternfly Egg Masses & Get Rid Of The Invasive Insect For Good

    The spotted lanternfly is an invasive garden pest in many parts of the U.S. To deal with the insect at its root, you need to know what the eggs look like.

    By Jennifer Blair 21 hours ago Read More
  • old metal baking sheet

    Upcycle An Old Baking Sheet Into A Handy Garden Tool. Here's How

    Your old baking sheet may have seen its last batch of cookies, but it can serve a new purpose in the garden to easily transport young seedlings.

    By Amy Horton 1 day ago Read More
  • a banana peel sits in front of a plant

    Don't Throw Out That Banana Peel - Put It In Your Freezer For Your Future Garden. Here's Why

    Instead of throwing out your banana peels, try freezing them. Keeping the peels this way preserves their nutrients so you can later use them in the garden.

    By Aleem Ahmad 1 day ago Read More
  • Close up of powdery mildew fungi on plant leaf

    Can Cream Of Tartar Kill The Powdery Mildew On Your Garden Plants? Here's What To Know

    Cream of tartar is one kitchen ingredient that's been touted as a solution for fungal issues, but this acidic substance may not actually stand up to the task.

    By Magdalena Becker 1 day ago Read More
  • A hanging tomato fruit shows signs of blossom end rot.

    The Old-Time Method For Preventing Blossom End Rot That's Sitting In Your Medicine Cabinet

    If your fruit plants have suffered from blossom end rot in the past, it's time to check your home's medicine cabinet for a simple cure that will save them.

    By Ashley Ndebele 1 day ago Read More
  • A beautiful pollinator yard with various flowers.

    The Fertilizer Mistake That Could Be Ruining Your Pollinator Yard

    Some fertilization techniques might deter rather than woo pollinators to your garden, no matter how many flowers your plants have. Learn which you should stop.

    By Aleem Ahmad 2 days ago Read More
  • A woman placing garden netting over her fruit trees.

    The One Garden Netting You Should Never Use

    The right garden netting protects crops without endangering your backyard visitors. But one option does far more harm than most gardeners realize.

    By Joey Gonzalez 2 days ago Read More
  • A garden of succulents grows with colorful cactus flowers in reds, yellows, and whites

    Grow One Popular Herb With Your Succulents And Watch Them Both Thrive

    This fragrant herb not only loves full sun and dry conditions, making it a perfect companion for your succulents, it's also requires little maintenance.

    By Jason Rochlin 2 days ago Read More
  • Wizard of Oz scarecrow replica in a garden

    Transform An Old Plant Pot Into The Cutest Fall Scarecrow Decor For Your Porch

    What fall porch is complete without a scarecrow? This DIY decor is the ideal project and uses supplies you might already have lying around, like old plant pots.

    By Buffy Naillon 2 days ago Read More
  • A polycarbonate greenhouse in a backyard

    Is Harbor Freight's Greenhouse Worth Actually Worth Buying?

    Considering building a backyard greenhouse? Learn why Harbor Freight's One Stop Garden greenhouse is an affordable option, but maybe not the best option.

    By Selena Ivette Rodriguez 3 days ago Read More
  • Woman weeding in a garden

    The Difference Between Annual, Biennial, And Perennial Weeds (& Why It Matters So Much)

    There are major differences among weeds that fall into annual, biennial, and perennial categories, and your success battling each will depend on them.

    By Jack Vatsal 3 days ago Read More
  • Webs covering bare branches

    Those Webs Covering Your Shrubs Aren't Spiders. Here's What They Are & What To Do About It

    If you've noticed webs forming in your trees and shrubs during the summer months, don't stress. While they look like the work of spiders, they're not.

    By R. A. Fletcher 3 days ago Read More
  • A hand placing soil on plants below a bamboo trellis

    12 Garden Trellis Structures That'll Upgrade Your Gardening Game

    From a wire trellis wall to the Florida weave trellis, there are many trellis options to consider, and the best choice for you depends on a few key factors.

    By Rob Baird 3 days ago Read More
  • Garden tools hanging on nail hooks attached to a wooden beam inside a shed

    The One Underrated Gadget That's Actually Worth Having For Your Garden

    Small, inexpensive, and surprisingly helpful, this gardening tool keep your rows organized and your planting effortless. It's easy to DIY, too.

    By R. A. Fletcher 3 days ago Read More
  • A metal scoop being used to remove charcoal ash from a grill

    Read This Before You Sprinkle Charcoal Ash From Your Grill On Your Garden

    Ash can be a beneficial additive in the garden if you're trying to reduce the acidity of your soil, but certain sources could cause more harm than good.

    By Aleem Ahmad 4 days ago Read More
  • A squirrel digging up nuts in a newly planted garden.

    The Smart Way To Keep Squirrels Away From Your Yard Without Harming Anyone

    Squirrels are really cute, but you really don't want them eating the fruits, nuts, or flowers in your garden. This humane deterrent will keep them away.

    By Sharon Kong Perring 4 days ago Read More
  • A gardener plucks green beans from the vine and puts them into a red basket.

    The Clear Sign That Your Green Bean Plants Are Ready To Harvest

    So many factors determine when a bean is ready to harvest, from sowing dates to unpredictable cultivar traits. This easy test cuts through all the confusion.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 4 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of hands planting basil in a clay pot with soil

    16 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Growing Basil

    Growing basil indoors or outdoors can be tricky, but avoiding these common mistakes can keep your plants healthy, lush, and flavorful all season long.

    By Megan Brame 4 days ago Read More
  • Person holding a plastic bottle of milk in the garden

    Don't Throw Out Old Milk Jugs: Reuse Them To Save Your Garden Plants

    If your recycling bin is overflowing with plastic milk jugs, free up some space by repurposing them in the yard as mini-greenhouses to help young plants thrive.

    By Dianne Wilson 4 days ago Read More
  • nematode appears under a microscope

    Nematodes: Garden Pest Or Gardener's Secret Weapon?

    Nematodes are known for targeting both garden pests and beneficial pollinators. Does this make them friend or foe when it comes to your flowers?

    By Katharine Hansen 4 days ago Read More
  • Hand picking up persimmon from a fall-colored tree

    Why Are People Using Persimmon Seeds To Predict The Weather & Does It Really Work?

    For many years, gardeners have used persimmon seeds as a traditional method to predict winter weather. A fork shape inside the seed indicates a mild one.

    By Yasmin Yakout 4 days ago Read More
  • Farmer holding small green gourd

    The Fascinating Way You Can Use Gourds For Home Decor

    If you're growing gourds in your garden and are tired of gourd curry, try your hand at turning these veggies into home decor instead, using molds to shape them.

    By Sophie Pell 4 days ago Read More
  • A woman weeds her raised bed vegetable garden.

    The Smart And Simple Tip That Cuts Down On Weeding Time In Your Garden

    Are you tired of spending hours on your knees plucking weeds from your garden? Try this weed-suppressing tip to free up time for more exciting gardening tasks.

    By Katharine Hansen 4 days ago Read More
  • Tabby cat sniffs flowers in a yard

    The Deadliest Plant In The U.S. That Every Homeowner Should Know About

    This plant, which grows across much of the country, is potentially fatal when ingested yet is often mistaken for edible plants in the same family.

    By Rhys Lee Hamilton 4 days ago Read More
  • Hands harvesting rosemary from a bush

    How To Make Dreamy Little Herb Brooms To Decorate For The Fall Season

    These herb brooms smell wonderful, look cute, and have magical fall vibes. Plus, you can use the dried herbs afterward. Here's how to make them.

    By R. A. Fletcher 5 days ago Read More
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