The Simple Garden Tool That Makes Caring For A Vegetable Patch Faster & Easier
Veggie patches get filled with weeds fast, particularly if you plant your vegetables in rows. Stay on top of unwanted growth with this nifty long-handled tool.
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Man Turns An Old Wine Barrel Into A Cheaper DIY Pond That Adds A Rustic Touch
For this DIY pond, the creator uses a form of biological filtration called anoxic filtration. This system requires no pump or power and is very low maintenance.
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Say Goodbye To Landscape Fabric: Here's A Natural, Fragrant Groundcover
Looking for an eco-friendly alternative to landscaping fabric to suppress weeds? Try this low-growing herb that smells great and supports local pollinators.
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How To Use A Plastic Bottle To Water Fragile Seedlings
The water from cans and hoses is often too forceful for seedlings. A bottle from the recycling bin offers a solution, but only with some careful modification.
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Not An Ordinary Shovel: The Multi-Use Gardening Tool That Cuts Through Tough Soil
This durable spade makes slicing through root-bound soil, edging lawns, and digging beds far easier than a standard shovel, and buyers are raving about it.
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How To Repel Ticks With A Simple But Overlooked Solution
As if being bitten by a blood-sucking parasite isn't bad enough, tick-borne diseases can be serious. This natural oil might give you a layer of protection.
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What To Do If You Spot Ants In Your Raised Garden Bed
You're digging in your newly planted garden bed and find an ant. Which species are you dealing with? Do you need to get rid of it? Find out what to do next.
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Better Than Chemicals: Drive Ticks Away With A Natural Solution They Can't Stand
When venturing into brushy territory, this essential oil will make ticks turn their noses up at you, and it's a clean and zesty scent that many people like too.
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Why Faded Blooms May Be The Key To Keeping Birds Happy During Fall
When the seasons change, not all birds migrate to warmer climes. For the birds that stay local and visit your backyard, you can still do your part to help them.
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Modern Bird Bath Designs That'll Have Colorful Friends Flocking To Your Yard
Are you looking for a bird bath that has more features than just a water basin? Here are all the extra add-ons that will have birds flocking to your garden.
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Ditch Toxic Chemicals: The Gardening Trick That's Better At Eliminating Weeds
Toxic chemicals might be effective at taking care of weeds. But there's a trick that you can use to thoroughly take them out without harming other plants.
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Turn A Simple Frying Pan Into Adorable Patio Décor With A DIY Using River Rocks
A frying pan can last for several years, but one day when it's time to replace it, don't toss it. Instead, add some coats of paint and turn it into a canvas.
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9 Common Birds You Might Find In Your Garden In Winter (And What To Feed Them)
Whether through migration or just staying put, there are likely many birds that overwinter in your region. Here are the most common, and what you can feed them.
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Not Just For Retaining Walls — Concrete Blocks Can Also Attract Bees To Your Yard
If you’ve got an extra hollow concrete block (or several) lying around, consider putting it to good use as a home for beneficial native bees.
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Plastic Pots Leave A Large Environmental Footprint: Try This Eco-Friendly Alternative Instead
If you're still using plastic plant pots in your garden, it's time to switch to an eco-friendly alternative. Stop buying plastic pots and try this DIY instead.
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No Herbicide: The Budget-Friendly Tool For Removing Weeds From Gravel Driveways
If pesky weeds keep popping up along your gravel driveway, a tool like this affordable Amazon option can keep you from needing to use chemical herbicides.
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Cheaper & More Eco-Friendly Than Plastic Pots: The Household Waste To Grow Plants In
Rather than collect more nonbiodegradable plastic pots for the garden, look to this home item instead. At the same time, you'll save it from the landfill, too.
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Easier Than Hand-Pulling: The Compact And Portable Amazon Find For Removing Weeds
Hand-pulling weeds can be hard, especially if you have arthritis or just a lot of ground to cover. This tool can make the job easier and more efficient.
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Skip Traditional Garden Beds: The Rustic Solution That'll Give Your Yard An Upgrade
If you don't want the hassle of building a raised garden bed from scratch or don't have the funds for a pricey kit, turn to the wine industry for inspiration.
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Easily Sharpen Your Garden Shears With A Compact Find From Amazon
Garden shears are an indispensable tool for the green-thumbed, but they need to be kept sharp to be useful. A portable tool lets you accomplish this and more.
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Ditch Landscape Fabric For A Biodegradable Alternative That Retains Moisture
With its ability to prevent weeds, retain soil moisture, and reduce erosion, this "blanket" alternative to landscape fabric may be just what your garden needs.
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Ditch Pesticides: Use A Common Household Waste Item To Protect Seedlings
Cutworms are a common menace in the garden, cutting down tender seedlings before they can mature. This pesticide-free method keeps them away.
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Keep Voles Out Of Your Yard With A Popular Flower They Can't Stand
Voles can wreak havoc on bulbs, roots, and garden beds. A popular perennial may offer gardeners another way to make their yards less appealing to these pests.
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When Preparing Garden Beds, Use This Plastic Sheet Trick To Boost Solarization
Solarization bakes away weeds and soil pests -- but it has to get hot to work. This trick adds extra insulation without need for a lot of extra materials.
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Use Old Bottle Caps To Transform An Old Pot Lid Into Rustic Hanging Porch Décor
This DIY idea doesn't only make use of old pot lids, but it also lets you show off your bottle cap collection. Here, the bottle caps are colorful and musical.
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Stop Buying Twine: The Common Household Waste You Can Use For Tying Plants
If your trees and shrubs start drooping, they typically need to be stabilized to prevent them from dying. There are some hacks that reduce waste for this.
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Use Old Empty Litter Containers As A Creative Way To Add Mosquito Protection To Bird Baths
If you own a cat or know someone who does, you may be in luck. One cat's trash can become a simple mechanism that deters mosquitoes from stagnant water.
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