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  • Person in red overalls leaning over a square tub full of mixed concrete

    Gardener Builds Epic Garden Stepping Stones Entirely From Concrete And Serving Trays

    No two stepping stones are alike, especially when you DIY them. In this gardening hack, a DIYer unlocks the repurposing and design potential of veggie trays.

    By Brooke Younger 10 min ago Read More
  • A man planting shrubs through holes in landscape fabric used for weed suppression

    Ditch Traditional Landscape Fabric For A Versatile And Affordable Alternative

    Controlling weeds in the garden is always a challenge. While there are some traditional methods for this, these can be environmentally unfriendly to use.

    By Bob Beacham 1 hour ago Read More
  • A person using a push tiller to aerate soil in a garden bed

    Easier Than Heavy Equipment: The Better Garden Tool For Aerating Soil

    From fertilizing to pest control, there are many requirements for growing plants with ease. That said, there is one oft overlooked gardening hack.

    By Masie O'Toole 3 hours ago Read More
  • Close-up of a gloved gardener's hand holding a slug

    No Scraps Or Chemicals: Use A Plastic Bottle To Easily Keep Slugs Off Your Plants

    When it comes to deterring pests in your garden, there are a number of hacks you can rely on. Some are easier than others and rely on household items.

    By Daniel Warden 5 hours ago Read More
  • Snail on lettuce in the garden

    Can You Use Wool Pellets To Keep Snails Away?

    Some gardeners recommend using wool pellets to keep snails from eating their plants, but we wanted to see if the method was really as effective as it seems.

    By Katharine Hansen 11 hours ago Read More
  • Elderly man and woman working in a raised garden bed

    Efficiently Prepare Your Garden Beds With A Simple Drill Attachment

    Raised bed gardening is an efficient way to grow veggies or flowers in a small space, and this unique tool can help you more easily and quickly plant seedlings.

    By Kyle Schurman 11 hours ago Read More
  • woman holding handful of gravel

    Easily Remove Stray Gravel From Your Pots And Garden Beds With An Affordable Amazon Solution

    This inexpensive and easy to use gardening item is a must have for anyone who has ever spent time sifting out bits of gravel from their garden.

    By Sophie Pell 22 hours ago Read More
  • A person mowing a weedy patch of lawn.

    Is It Better To Mow Or Pull Weeds?

    Have you got a ton of weeds in your veggie patch or lawn and are wondering how best to tackle them? Both pulling and mowing weeds have their benefits.

    By Annette Hird 1 day ago Read More
  • a person watering a raised garden bed made out of wood

    With Home Depot's Highly-Rated Garden Kit, You Can Skip DIYing Raised Beds

    Raised beds can be a convenient addition to your garden, but if you don't want to build your own, Home Depot has a great, versatile option available.

    By Nancy Schaffer 1 day ago Read More
  • A blue bird bath in a beautiful flower garden

    14 Top-Rated Lowe's Bird Baths You'll Want In Your Yard

    Whether you prefer a pretty glass creation or a sturdy cast aluminum structure, these are the most highly-rated bird baths at Lowe's, in a range of styles.

    By Daniel Warden 1 day ago Read More
  • A hand holding a green hose attached to a spigot

    The Simple Trick To Keep Hose Connections From Seizing (It's Not WD-40)

    It's possible for brass and aluminum to fuse together, creating problems for your hose. If it hasn't already fused, use this product to protect it.

    By Nancy Schaffer 1 day ago Read More
  • A country home with a neat gravel driveway

    Not Traditional Landscape Fabric: The Recycled Solution For Gravel Driveways

    Landscape fabric is often used under gravel driveways to block weeds, but it can make the issue worse. Try this material, which is thicker and costs nothing.

    By Peg Aloi 2 days ago Read More
  • A black and white bird sits in a bird bath with droplets of water seen falling

    The Bird Bath Design From 1925 You Can Recreate With Surprising Ease Today

    This idea from a 1925 Better Homes & Gardens reader is remarkably similar to DIYs you see in 2026. The DIY bird bath cost 60 cents then, or about $11.30 today.

    By Katharine Hansen 2 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a person's hand pulling annoying grass from gravel

    Not A Rake Or Torch: The Better Tool To Remove Weeds And Grass From Gravel Driveways

    If you're still trying to rake weeds out of your gravel driveway, it's time to switch to a tool that's much more effective for weed removal.

    By Daniel Warden 3 days ago Read More
  • Bird cleaning itself in a freshly cleaned bird bath

    12 Critical Bird Bath Cleaning Dos And Don'ts

    From how often you should change the water to which products to use, if you want a safe and welcoming bird bath, follow these cleaning dos and don'ts.

    By Katy Willis 3 days ago Read More
  • Female gardener pushing wheelbarrow of leaves stops to look at garden

    The September Gardening Task That'll Mean Less Work In The Spring

    One simple September gardening task can save you plenty of work when spring arrives while helping prepare your flower beds and vegetable garden for winter.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 3 days ago Read More
  • An outdoor container garden with pink flowers and green plants

    The Watering Routine Tweak To Make For Container Plants Before Summer Is Over

    Container plants can be fussy about water, since the soil dries out more quickly than in the ground -- that's why this summer tweak is extra important.

    By Kyle Schurman 4 days ago Read More
  • Watering a raised garden bed

    15 Of The Biggest Wastes Of Money You Can Spend On Garden Beds

    From pest and weed control measures to soil blends, our master gardener reveals the places where you may be wasting your money on your garden.

    By Katy Willis 4 days ago Read More
  • Pots of multicolored flowers sitting out on a patio

    The Portable IKEA Solution To Replace Bulky Outdoor Potting Stations

    Potting and re-potting your plants can become a hassle, especially if your gardening supplies are taking up valuable space. This IKEA product can help.

    By Laura Reed 5 days ago Read More
  • Gardener with red gloves pulling weeds

    Easier Than Hand Pulling Weeds: Add One Ingredient For A More Effective Herbicide

    Getting rid of weeds is a seemingly never-ending job for dedicated gardeners, but adding this handy chemical to your herbicide can make a dramatic difference.

    By Meadow St. Clair 5 days ago Read More
  • A woman arranging house plants in planters

    Upcycle An Old Pot Lid Into Colorful Plant Stands For A Budget-Friendly DIY

    There's no need to throw out old pot lids. If you have some plants that could use a new display option, consider pairing the lids with plant stands.

    By Meadow St. Clair 5 days ago Read More
  • Monty Don smiling in front of a white tent

    Quote Of The Day By Monty Don: There Are Two Types Of Gardeners

    In today’s quote, Monty Don distinguishes between two types of gardeners — plant lovers and garden lovers. Which category do you fall into?

    By Charlotte D. Miller 6 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a weed growing out from a gravel surface like a gravel driveway

    How Deep Do Gravel Driveways Need To Be To Keep Weeds From Growing?

    A consideration with gravel driveways is that weeds can break through. Mitigate this problem by making it so that those unwanted plants can't grow at all.

    By Annette Hird 6 days ago Read More
  • Person in an orange button down shirt holding a bunch of ripe red tomatoes still on their vine

    The Hack For Perfect Tomato Storage Uses An Office Staple

    Tomatoes are a delicious treat, but if you frequently end up throwing them out before you can get around to eating them, this simple storage hack can help.

    By Catherine Nyorani 6 days ago Read More
  • A man kneeling beside a mulched garden bed.

    Ditch Landscape Fabric: Use These Shells As A More Natural Alternative

    Normally seen as food waste, these shells are actually a great weed barrier with benefits. Because they're a popular snack, you might already have a bowl full.

    By Amanda Weir 7 days ago Read More
  • A person selecting planks of wood at a lumber yard

    What Is The Best Type Of Wood For Raised Garden Beds?

    Wood is a popular choice of material for raised garden beds, but not choosing the right one can risk it rotting and decaying. These are the best options.

    By Annette Hird 7 days ago Read More
  • A plastic plant tag labeled

    You Can Do Better Than Plastic Plant Tags: Here's The Eco-Friendly Alternative To Use Instead

    The plastic tag that comes with your nursery plant is a useful tool, but leaving it in the garden can cause it to break, fade, or leach chemicals over time.

    By Melody Ip 8 days ago Read More
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