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  • A person's hand pulling weeds from a gravel driveway

    Save Your Back: Remove Weeds From Gravel Driveways With A Tool You Already Own

    Most of you probably already have this handy tool at home, and you can use it to get rid of stubborn driveway weeds quickly and without even bending down.

    By Annette Hird 53 min ago Read More
  • Person cutting grass with a lawnmower

    Swap Your Lawnmower Blades For An Easy Way To Dethatch Your Yard

    You may not need to spend hours raking your lawn to dethatch it. Try this clever product that replaces your mower blade and makes easy work of the task.

    By Catherine Nyorani 4 hours ago Read More
  • A hand and a trowel pulling out nasty weeds from a gravel area in front of a house

    Goodbye Weeds: The Affordable Find From Amazon That Removes Weeds From Gravel Driveways

    Weeds are a persistent nuisance in gravel and crushed rock walkways and drives all summer. But this handy and affordable tool might just solve the problem.

    By Nina Phillips 5 hours ago Read More
  • Caterpillars damage a plant.

    Switch Things Up And Stop Garden Pests In Their Tracks With An Overlooked Solution

    Keeping pests out of your crops can be a major hassle, but this longer lasting solution effectively confuses pests and cuts off their life cycles.

    By Katharine Hansen 17 hours ago Read More
  • tomato plants with basket

    The Dinner Table Scrap That You Can Use As A Powerful Tomato Fertilizer

    Planting tomatoes is a great way for beginning gardeners to see the best results. If you're a big seafood fan, you have potent fertilizer at your disposal.

    By Becca Cullum-Green 22 hours ago Read More
  • A gardener cuts a dried zinnnia flower in the process of deadheading during the summer

    18 Plants To Deadhead In August For A Fall Garden Full Of Extra Blooms

    At the end of summer, it's important to deadhead some annuals and perennials, such as tickseed, salvia, marigolds, and roses, in order to ensure a fall bloom.

    By Andrea Crowley-Hughes 23 hours ago Read More
  • An infestation of whiteflies on pepper leaves

    Not Soap: Use This Bathroom Staple To Keep Whiteflies Out Of The Garden

    There's no need to waste money of pre-made products to get rid of whiteflies. One essential skincare item is the perfect consistency to make DIY whitefly traps.

    By Annette Hird 1 day ago Read More
  • Tree stump amid fallen leaves

    Don't Waste Time Removing A Tree Stump: Turn It Into A Stunning Landscape Feature

    Instead of seeing that tree stump in your yard as an eyesore, try repurposing it into this appealing garden centerpiece. It's easier than you think.

    By Katharine Hansen 1 day ago Read More
  • Person drilling hole into a trash can.

    Turn A Trash Can Into A Cheaper Rain Barrel With A Savvy DIY

    If you already have the right tools at home, you don't have to spend big on a rain barrel: This quick and easy project transforms a garbage can into one.

    By Annette Hird 1 day ago Read More
  • An American Robin perched on a feeder outside

    Use A Simple Bundt Pan To Keep The Seed In Your Cylindrical Bird Feeder Dry

    An old bundt pan might not be suitable for the kitchen anymore, but if you have a cylindrical bird feeder, it might still have a use in the garden.

    By Sophie Pell 2 days ago Read More
  • Woman working in hot garden under sweltering sun

    Ditch Garden Shade Cloths: Replace Them With An Overlooked Solution You Already Have

    During brutal summers, it's crucial to provide shade in your garden. Thrift or repurpose this billowy, breathable material that's overstuffing your closets.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 2 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a person using a pair of scissors outside on the grass to cut brown landscape fabric

    Ditch Landscape Fabric: There's A Common Yard Scrap To Use Instead

    Reusing this yard scrap is not only natural and eco-friendly, but it's also free. That said, you'll need to make sure it's free of chemicals and weed seeds.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 2 days ago Read More
  • woman watering garden with watering can

    Easier Than A Watering Can: The Amazon Find That Gives Plants A Good Soak In Summer Heat

    Keeping your plants hydrated might be the most essential key to a thriving garden, and one Amazon find can make watering a breeze, even in hot temperatures.

    By Megan Newton 2 days ago Read More
  • A person planting red petunias in the soil

    What The Color Red Means In Flower Beds (& It's Not Just Love)

    Outside of the West, red flowers have several different meanings that have nothing to do with romantic love, such as prosperity. Here’s how to incorporate them.

    By Masie O'Toole 3 days ago Read More
  • a woman pulling a weed from a gravel driveway

    Easier Than A Screwdriver: The Better Tool For Removing Weeds From Gravel Driveways

    Pulling weeds from the root with a screwdriver is almost impossible. Luckily, this similar-looking tool is designed to reach the roots and pull them out.

    By Aleem Ahmad 3 days ago Read More
  • Hand holding bar of soap in garden

    Why Do Gardeners Put A Bar Of Soap Near Tomato Plants — And Should You Try It?

    For fresh, healthy tomatoes each year, some gardeners swear by placing a bar of soap in their garden. Here's why and if it's a good idea for you.

    By Annette Hird 3 days ago Read More
  • Close-up shot of a person sanding rust from a hand tool

    Mistakes Everyone Makes When Cleaning & Maintaining Tools

    From what products you use to clean your tools to how you store them, avoid making these mistakes to ensure your gardening tools stay in good shape.

    By Daniel Warden 3 days ago Read More
  • Close up of a leaf infested with spider mites

    How To Repel Spider Mites With A Citrusy Essential Oil They Can't Stand

    Sticky webs and stippled leaves are just the start of spider mite damage. A spritz of this bright-smelling essential oil will make them flee from your garden.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 3 days ago Read More
  • Man pushing wheelbarrow through rocky soil in hilly back yard

    Better Than A Typical Shovel: The Garden Tool That Makes Digging In Rocky Soil Easier

    Digging through rocky soil can be a huge pain for the average gardener, but this heavy-duty tool will make light work of stubborn rocks and small boulders.

    By Katharine Hansen 4 days ago Read More
  • hummingbird approaching a hand feeder with ants on it

    9 Clever Tips To Keep Pesky Ants Out Of Your Hummingbird Feeders

    Stop ants from invading (and contaminating) hummingbird feeders with these smart tips that combine a mix of physical barriers and maintenance best practices.

    By Brandy Eaklor 4 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a hand holding the end of an empty banana peel

    Start Mulching With Banana Peels And Watch Your Plants Flourish

    Rather than bury banana peels whole, or steep banana peel tea, this method gives banana peels time to develop into something that will work with the soil.

    By Andrea Crowley-Hughes 5 days ago Read More
  • A pot of water cooking spaghetti on a stove

    Is Pasta Water The Secret To Great Tomato Fertilizer? Here's The Truth

    If you're thinking your tomato plants could do with a helping of starchy pasta water, hold for a moment. There's a cooking caveat you need to aware of first.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 5 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a person's gloved hands putting yard clippings into a green materials bin

    The Versatile Fabric To Avoid Big Messes In Your Garden

    This versatile fabric isn't only reusable, but it's also something you might have stored from a past colorful project. Spread it out to collect your yard waste.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 6 days ago Read More
  • skunk standing on a rock

    Ways To Get Unwanted Skunks Out Of Your Yard

    Though they are generally mild-mannered, skunks can be a nuisance on your property. Luckily there are a variety of humane ways to drive them away.

    By Jennifer Anum 6 days ago Read More
  • A close up of a few different colanders on kitchen counter

    8 Smart Ways To Reuse An Old Colander In Your Garden

    How is it possible to acquire so many colanders? If you're cleaning out your cabinets and find you have extras, we have some ideas for how you can reuse them.

    By Amelia Wilson 6 days ago Read More
  • Large, juicy red tomatoes on the vine.

    Forget About Coffee Grounds: Use This Tomato Fertilizer For A Bigger, Juicier Harvest

    If your tomatoes are looking a little puny -- or you want to prevent that from happening -- using the right fertilizer is essential.

    By Nancy Schaffer 7 days ago Read More
  • Mass plantings of spring bulbs in a garden

    Tired Of Digging? There's An Amazon Find That Makes Planting Bulbs Much Easier

    Planting bulbs can be a back-breaking chore unless you have the right tools. This one makes bulb-planting a breeze, and it can help with lots of other tasks.

    By Nancy Schaffer 7 days ago Read More
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