Concrete blocks are heavy and chunky — they're not ideal for raised garden beds. Instead, try this metal alloy that develops a gorgeous, protective patina.
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Snap traps are swift and efficient at eliminating furry pests from your garden. But they're needlessly brutal -- and they may even cause you to break the law.
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These flowers thrive alongside roses, and they stay in bloom from spring until frost, providing year-round interest even when roses are out of season.
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There are different types of light -- white, red, blue, and green -- and each has its own function. Here's how green light works, especially for a garden.
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Whether you bought too many or inherited a bunch of tomato cages, take a beat before tossing them out. Consider repurposing your tomato cages in these ways.
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Carpenter bees are beneficial, but they can also cause a lot of damage to untreated wood structures in your yard. Consider other materials to discourage them.
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Landscaping fabric doesn't do a good job at suppressing weeds and it contaminates the soil with microplastics. This recyclable is a better alternative.
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Bamboo stakes don't last long, decomposing after a season or two. This inexpensive alternative is made from a durable material that should outlast your garden.
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You can pull the weeds growing in your gravel driveway out by hand, but it's going to take ages. Instead, use a tool from Japan that makes the job easier.
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Tired of walking on egg shells when you're composting? Try out this useful alternative — if you're a pet owner, you may just have it in your home already.
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Ditch the heavy equipment and aerate your lawn with 4 common tools you probably already have in your garage. It’s easy, effective, and affordable.
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Gardening shears work best when their cutting edges are sharp. Having a compact sharpening tool on you makes the job of trimming your plants much easier.
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Turning out the lights might confuse moths, but it won't keep them away for good. Instead, try growing this pretty and sweet-smelling plant.
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You've probably heard many myths about what you can and can't add to your compost pile, and this zesty fruit that's often considered a no-go is, in fact, okay.
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Instead of reaching for the copper strips or used coffee grounds, there's a cheap, coarse material you can use for a slug and snail barrier around your plants.
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Sure, you could poison or trap the slugs in your yard to keep them from chewing on your plants, but this strategy is a long-term solution for elimination.
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Fertilizer can boost the health and growth of your leafy greens, but there's no need to rush to the store when you can make DIY fertilizer at home.
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Killing bees is possible, but it's certainly not recommended. To safely keep them away from your space, consider using this simple, harmless tool.
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A nutrient-rich homemade garden brew offers tomato plants more than many popular DIY fertilizer ideas, helping support healthy growth all season long.
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This often-tossed material from container gardens and houseplants is a great carbon-rich material for your compost pile that adds structure and air flow.
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Dealing with slugs and snails often involves poisons or hand-picking, which no one likes. Instead, plant an African perennial they will avoid like the plague.
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If you're looking to give your plants even more of a boost without adding more fertilizer, this leafy tea made from a common plant could be just what you need.
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Keep your backyard flock happy without breaking the bank. This simple upcycling hack protects feed from the elements using a standard kitchen staple.
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Aphids cluster on the underside of leaves, feeding on a plant until it wilts, curls, or turns yellow. Tackle them with a cheap bathroom product and some trash.
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If you find your garden overrun by snails, this natural trap will allow you to round them up overnight. This method relies on a leafy scrap snails love.
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This kitchen scrap not only does not harm your plants, but it also does not harm the ants -- it just encourages them to go elsewhere by disrupting their paths.
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If you're growing leafy greens and are hoping to give them a nutrient boost, consider making this natural fertilizer at home instead of using Miracle Gro.
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