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  • Gloved hands mixing potting soil in a black bin

    The Best DIY Soil Mix For Container Vegetable Gardens

    If you want your container veggies to thrive, you can't use regular old soil. This recipe provides the right mix of nutrients, moisture retention, and drainage.

    By Katharine Hansen 6 months ago Read More
  • Two people working in a garden

    Keep Plants Hydrated While Blocking Out Weeds With A Living Mulch For Your Garden

    Just like a traditional mulch, a living mulch creates a protective barrier over the soil with numerous benefits. Here is how to install one.

    By Lou Siday 6 months ago Read More
  • Weeding tools on a green grass lawn with trees surrounding.

    This Is The Perfect Ground Cover To Choke Out Unwanted Weeds

    Looking for a low-maintenance ground cover that acts as a natural herbicide against stubborn weeds? This hardy, shade-loving sedge could be the answer.

    By Meg Jernigan 6 months ago Read More
  • A gardener removes old potting soil from a houseplant.

    The Free Way To Get Rid Of Old Potting Soil (& Help Others In The Process)

    If you've got old potting soil you don't want to use, don't throw it away. Here's how you can use it sustainably to help other gardeners instead.

    By Katie Leigh Matthews 6 months ago Read More
  • A view of stacks of tomato cages, on display at a local retail store

    Repurpose An Old Tomato Cage In Order To Train Your Viney Houseplants

    Once tomato growing season comes to an end, you might end up with a spare tomato cage or two. You can easily repurpose these for your indoor climbing plants.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 6 months ago Read More
  • Hand of an woman pulling out weeds from gravel garden pathway.

    The Practical DIY Solution For Killing Weeds In Gravel (& How Well It Really Works)

    So you created a gravel garden bed to prevent weeds, but those pesky intruders start popping up left and right. This simple DIY concoction may be the solution.

    By Kristine Gill 6 months ago Read More
  • Hand holding soil and dropping it onto the ground

    Is Meat The Hack To Perfect Garden Soil? Read This Before Trying

    Some gardeners are trying to improve their soil health by adding meat directly to their yard, but if you're risk-averse, alternative methods may be preferable.

    By Bob Beacham 6 months ago Read More
  • A healthy peach tree with ripe fruit

    The Pretty Orange Flower That Can Suppress Weeds & Deter Pests From Your Peach Tree

    Pests and weeds can harm the health of your peach tree. Rather than reaching for synthetic chemicals, try this lovely pest-repelling flower.

    By Lou Siday 6 months ago Read More
  • A patchy lawn with dead grass

    Why Perennial Ryegrass Leaves Bald Spots In Your Lawn (And What To Do About It)

    Explore why warm weather can lead to bald spots in your lawn with perennial ryegrass. Explore issues and get effective solutions to restore its lushness.

    By Suzanne Bonnett 6 months ago Read More
  • wooden sign for poison ivy in the woods

    The Easy Hack To Kill Poison Ivy That's Hiding In Your Kitchen

    It's best to get rid of poison ivy before it gives you or your family members a nasty rash. Head to your kitchen pantry and kill it using an everyday staple.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 6 months ago Read More
  • Mother and child repotting a succulent plant

    Why You Should Think Twice Before Planting Succulents In Regular Potting Soil

    Succulents might be easy to grow, but their longterm health depends on a high quality soil mix that drains well. Here's how to make your own.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 6 months ago Read More
  • Three hanging plants lined up hanging from white porch

    Easily Transform A Hanging Planter Into A Charming DIY Birdbath For Your Garden

    Most birdbaths are at ground level, but this DIY version made from a hanging planter can be placed up high for birds to enjoy. It's easy to make — here's how.

    By Kathleen Shipman 6 months ago Read More
  • fairy ring of mushrooms on a lawn

    The Mushroom-Eliminating Lawncare Tip That May Do More Harm Than Good

    Mushrooms aren't weeds, but some people choose to treat them as such. Rethink using this hazardous chemical to eliminate them, keeping you and your lawn safer.

    By R. A. Fletcher 6 months ago Read More
  • Person scooping coffee grounds into young vegetable garden

    6 Edible Plants You Can Add Coffee Grounds To For A Thriving Garden

    Coffee grounds contain nitrogen plus other macro- and micronutrients that can benefit a variety of vegetables if applied right, while improving soil structure.

    By Gwen Swanson 6 months ago Read More
  • Squirrel clinging to bird feeder

    Whatever Happened To Squirrel Boss Bird Feeder After Shark Tank Season 4?

    During season 4 of "Shark Tank," Michael DeSanti pitched the shocking Squirrel Boss Bird Feeder. Find out what happened afterwards and where DeSanti is now.

    By Brooke Younger 6 months ago Read More
  • A person picking runner beans from a plant

    The Unexpected Plant Pairing That Boosts Blooms And Bean Harvests

    Companion planting, the art of pairing plants that mutually benefit each other, is a great way to boost your bean harvest. Here's the perfect flower to pair.

    By Lou Siday 6 months ago Read More
  • Zucchini plant with small fruits and orange flowers

    What Your Zucchini Plant Is Trying To Tell You With Its Small Rotten Fruit

    A small, rotten zucchini on your plant can suggest pests or disease as the culprit, but that may not be the case if you don't have pollinators buzzing around.

    By Ashley Ndebele 6 months ago Read More
  • Woman peeling an apple in the kitchen

    Don't Throw Out Apple Peels When You Could Reuse Them In The Garden Instead

    Leftover peels from apple pie or fruit salads don't need to be wasted. Help the environment and the plants in your garden by repurposing them in your yard.

    By Alyssa H. 6 months ago Read More
  • A gardener wearing red gloves working in an herb garden.

    14 Easy-To-Grow Herbs That Help Keep Mosquitoes Out Of The Yard And Garden

    Mosquitoes are an absolute menace outdoors. Consider planting these 14 low-stress mosquito-repellent herbs so you don't have to deal with them.

    By Maeve Browne 6 months ago Read More
  • A hand holding a bottle of chili powder at grocery store

    Why You Should Sprinkle A Little Bit Of Chili Powder Around Your Bird Feeder

    Adding chili powder is a popular hack for solving a common bird feeder issue, but it's not foolproof. Here's what to know before you try it.

    By Kristeen Cherney 6 months ago Read More
  • Martha Stewart smiling

    Put Those Pesky Garden Weeds To Good Use With This Martha Stewart Approved Tip

    Weeds don't have to be disposed of after being pulled. Those that aren't diseased or in seed can be used to fill space while improving the fertility of soil.

    By Emily Okonsky 6 months ago Read More
  • Patchy lawn

    The Easy Grass Alternative To Fix Patchy Spots In Your Lawn

    After pouring so much time, money, and effort into your lawn, a patchy area appears. Don't bother trying to fix it with more grass; plant this easy alternative.

    By Jennifer Blair 6 months ago Read More
  • empty dog crate in home

    8 Genius Ways To Repurpose An Old Dog Crate In Your Home & Garden

    If your pet has outgrown their crate, the next spot for it mustn't be the trash. You can repurpose old dog crates in your home and garden with these 8 hacks.

    By Patti Kaz 6 months ago Read More
  • A stack of colorful pool noodles.

    31 Genius Pool Noodle Hacks And DIYs That Will Transform Your Garden

    Who doesn't like a good floatie DIY? Here are 31 pool noodle hacks for your garden and outdoor areas to help with planting, landscaping, and so much more.

    By Clara Ngu 6 months ago Read More
  • Colorful zinnia blooms in shades of pink, orange, and yellow

    The Easy Trick You Need For An Endless Supply Of Colorful Zinnias Every Year

    As annual plants, zinnias must be replanted every year, which costs money. This trick, on the other hand, gets you more zinnias for free, and anyone can do it.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 6 months ago Read More
  • A selection of old US pennies

    The Beneficial Way To Repurpose Pennies In Your Lawn And Garden

    If you've got jars of old pennies gathering dust, put them to good use by repurposing them. These copper pieces can offer numerous advantages in your yard.

    By Bob Beacham 6 months ago Read More
  • Vegetable garden

    Keep Weeds Out Of Your Vegetable Garden With The Help Of One Fast-Growing Plant

    If weeds are overtaking the rows between vegetables in your garden, this fast-growing plant acts as a living mulch to snuff them out and take their resources.

    By Magdalena Becker 6 months ago Read More
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