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  • small heap of soil with a hole sits in the yard

    Moles Vs Voles: How To Tell Which Pest Is Digging Holes In Your Yard

    Being able to spot the difference between the damage caused by moles and voles is key when trying to banish these pets from your lawn and garden.

    By Aleem Ahmad 2 months ago Read More
  • Man carrying two brown paper bags full of groceries

    If You've Got Empty Paper Bags, Don't Toss Them — They're Garden Gold In Disguise

    Think twice before you toss or recycle those empty paper bags from the grocery store. There's an easy way to boost plant health with them at home.

    By Kathleen Shipman 2 months ago Read More
  • a landscape designed by Piet Oudolf

    The Best Kept Secret Gardening Rule You Probably Haven't Heard Of

    This secret gardening rule will give your space balance and visual interest as the seasons change, while also providing you with stunning, lasting blooms.

    By Aleem Ahmad 2 months ago Read More
  • hummingbird eating nectar from a red flower

    This Easy DIY Doubles As A Feeder And Will Have Hummingbirds Flocking To Your Yard

    What's better than a hummingbird swing? A hummingbird swing with feeder attached that'll keep attracting birds. Here's how to DIY this yard feature.

    By Charlotte D. Miller 2 months ago Read More
  • Closeup shot of roses in full bloom.

    The Simple Gardening Task That Will Keep Roses Blooming In The Fall

    Roses gradually reduce their blooms as the weather cools and winter approaches. Use this easy trick to get the most possible blooms from a plant through fall.

    By Mehak Faisal 2 months ago Read More
  • A hummingbird sits in a tree with fall leaves.

    The Best Thing To Do To Support Hummingbird Habitat During Fall Migration

    Fall is hummingbird migration season. Putting on enough weight to survive their long journey is vital. Supporting them means stopping one common garden task.

    By Andrea Crowley-Hughes 2 months ago Read More
  • Top-down view of a white cup with leftover coffee grounds in the bottom

    Can You Safely Fertilize Sunflowers With Used Coffee Grounds, Or Is It Best To Skip?

    Used coffee grounds have been touted as a fertilizer hack, but is this method safe to use on your sunflowers? Here’s what gardeners should know.

    By Aleem Ahmad 2 months ago Read More
  • Person gardening in a greenhouse made of wood and glass

    'Couldn't Be Happier': Homeowner Shares Inspiring Backyard Shed Transformation

    If you don't need your shed for storage, there are various DIYs you could take on to convert it into something more useful, like a workshop or a greenhouse.

    By Charlotte D. Miller 2 months ago Read More
  • Joanne Gaines smiling during an interview wearing headphones

    Joanna Gaines' Genius Method For Designing A Fall Container Garden

    This Joanna Gaines-approved tip is stress-free and fun, and will help you create a cohesive design and color palette for your fall container garden.

    By Rachelle Dragani 2 months ago Read More
  • Gardener installing landscape fabric around shrubs

    Trying To Control Weeds? Avoid One Landscaping Fabric Alternative At All Costs

    This material may seem like a smart idea to upcycle in your garden to save money on landscaping fabric. However, it's too waterproof and could leach chemicals.

    By R. A. Fletcher 2 months ago Read More
  • a woman touches a fern frond in a garden

    Don't Ignore Ferns This Fall- Here's How To Ensure They'll Flourish In Cooler Weather

    Happy, healthy spring ferns start with proper maintenance and care in the fall months, which helps the plants to survive a harsh winter season.

    By Katharine Hansen 2 months ago Read More
  • The base of a tree trunk with exposed roots growing out of the ground.

    The Simplest Hack For Landscaping Around Exposed Tree Roots

    While it may not boost the tree's health, this long-lasting landscaping cover offers a simple hack to protect exposed roots and improve your backyard's looks.

    By Brooke Havrilla-Downes 2 months ago Read More
  • A close up of red rose bushes in the garden.

    The Epsom Salt Planting Hack That Can Lead To A More Productive Rose Plant

    Epsom salt has powerful properties that aid in nutrient absorption, so this hack can leave you with greener leaves and more beautiful rose blooms.

    By Ashley Ndebele 2 months ago Read More
  • weeds

    Here's What Really Happens If You Don't Pull Weeds This Fall

    If you don't pull the weeds in your lawn and garden before winter begins, you may have a harder time completing the task in the spring. Find out why.

    By Katharine Hansen 2 months ago Read More
  • A butterfly drinking from a flower near a blue fence

    How Your Yard's Fence Color Can Help Attract More Pollinators To Your Garden

    Fences usually serve a practical purpose, marking a property line or garden zone. But your fence can do more if it's painted in a color pollinators love!

    By Sam Manzella 2 months ago Read More
  • Gardener planting bulb into soil

    Can This Kitchen Ingredient Keep Your Freshly Planted Bulbs Safe From Pests? Here's What To Know

    Some say this common and convenient kitchen staple can prevent select pests from attacking your planted bulbs, but are the risks worth the rewards?

    By Magdalena Becker 2 months ago Read More
  • A ruby-throated hummingbird perches gracefully on a hummingbird feeder, showing off its delicate feathers while pausing between sips of nectar.

    Keep Ants Off Your Hummingbird Feeder With Two Simple Ingredients

    You may already have everything you need for this one-two punch to keep ants from invading your hummingbird feeder. Here's how to use it safely and effectively.

    By Philip Trapp 2 months ago Read More
  • A  purple Hebe (Veronica shrub) flower in close-up, with a natural background and summer lighting.

    The Colorful Shrub You Can Propagate In Fall For Free Blooms Next Season

    Propagation is one of the easiest and cheapest ways to get new plants, and this popular flowering shrub is a prime candidate for the process.

    By Emma Atkinson 2 months ago Read More
  • Hardy hibiscus growing in garden

    Should You Prune Hibiscus In The Fall? What We Recommend For A Healthy Plant

    Hibiscus that can withstand the cold environments of North America are a great way to bring color to your garden. But what to do when the cold weather comes?

    By Nancy Schaffer 2 months ago Read More
  • Yellow and orange marigolds in bloom.

    Can Epsom Salt Help Keep Marigolds Blooming From Fall Into Winter?

    Epsom salt can give plants a much-needed vitamin boost -- when used in moderation. But is it enough to keep your faltering marigolds alive?

    By Ashley Ndebele 2 months ago Read More
  • mulching plants at a time of no rain

    How To Mulch Your Garden When It Hasn't Rained

    No matter what you're growing, leaving the soil in your garden bed exposed is rarely beneficial. Mulch your beds for thriving plants, especially in a drought.

    By Katharine Hansen 2 months ago Read More
  • A nectar feeder hanging on a Japanese maple tree with fall leaves.

    Why You Should Keep Your Hummingbird Feeder Up In The Fall

    Many gardeners take their nectar feeders down at the end of summer, thinking hummingbirds won't visit. But there are lots of benefits to keeping it up in fall.

    By Jack Vatsal 2 months ago Read More
  • Farmer sprinkles flour onto soil

    Should You Use Flour To Keep Garden Weeds Away? Here's What To Know

    While you may have heard about using flour as a natural way to eliminate weeds from your garden, it turns out it can lead to some unintended results.

    By Magdalena Becker 2 months ago Read More
  • A brown and tan bird on a backyard fence.

    Leave Fruit Out For Birds And Watch Them Thrive In Your Yard

    Fruits provide birds with nutrients and hydration they need. Add these particular fruits to your feeder or simply scatter them throughout your lawn.

    By Clara Ngu 2 months ago Read More
  • someone placing banana peels in a jar to make fertilizer

    Banana Peels & Vinegar- A Powerful Garden Fertilizer Or A Waste Of Time?

    These two kitchen staples combine to make a powerful and affordable fertilizer boost for your garden plants by adding necessary nutrients to soil.

    By Selena Ivette Rodriguez 2 months ago Read More
  • A pile of broken terracotta pots.

    The Sweet Yard Use For Broken Terracotta Pots

    Got a lot of old, cracked terracotta pots lying around your garden shed? Don't trash them. Go eco-friendly and make them useful in your yard once again.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 2 months ago Read More
  • planting chrysanthemums

    The Gardening Tip That Can Help Your Store-Bought Mums Thrive In The Ground

    While potted mums are standard autumn decor, these perennials can also be planted. To enjoy your mums year after year, try this to preserve the plant's energy.

    By Katharine Hansen 2 months ago Read More
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