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  • An older man watering his flowers with a garden hose

    Ditch Traditional Garden Hoses: The Space-Saving Solution From Amazon That Conserves Water

    This product uses far less water than a garden hose, and allows you to avoid watering your plants yourself every single day — here’s what to know.

    By Nina Phillips 39 min ago Read More
  • Person edging along a garden bed

    What Is The 3-Inch Edging Rule For Gravel Driveways And Garden Borders?

    To create a clean-looking barrier and prevent your grass from spreading into your driveway or garden bed, follow this 3-inch edging trench rule.

    By Kyle Schurman 5 hours ago Read More
  • Burying money in the garden soil

    13 Of The Biggest Wastes Of Money You Can Spend On Your Garden

    Some things for your garden are worth the money, but others, such as certain pest-control methods and fertilizers, are only draining your bank account.

    By Katy Willis 9 hours ago Read More
  • A woman chooses a tool from a collection of garden tools standing up in a backyard shelter.

    Stop Struggling With Compost: The Right Tool Is In Your Shed

    Turning your compost is a must, but it's also one of the least-liked garden chores. If you're using a shovel, you're making your life unnecessarily harder.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 10 hours ago Read More
  • Contemporary house with a gravel driveway

    Skip The Rake And Use A Tool You Already Own To Clean Stray Gravel Quickly

    Is there any task more annoying than raking gravel back into place? This tool gets the job done in seconds with minimal effort — here’s what to know.

    By Taylor Freitas 11 hours ago Read More
  • A large snail rests on a green leaf in a garden.

    Sick Of Fighting Snails In The Garden? Grow These Summer-Blooming Herbs They Won't Touch

    If you're losing the battle with snails, it may be time to take a more aggressive approach and plant borders of herbs that repel them. But which herbs are best?

    By Sakshi Khaitan 13 hours ago Read More
  • A skunk exploring someone's backyard

    Not Coffee Grounds: The Odor Control Staple That'll Deter Skunks From Your Yard

    Keeping skunks away isn't always a simple process, but this waste item can provide a surprisingly simple, inexpensive, and ethical solution.

    By Bob Beacham 1 day ago Read More
  • Person washing two hands underneath an outdoor spigot

    Stop Tracking Dirt Inside: Use This Bathroom Staple For An Outdoor Upgrade

    Creating a mini outdoor wash station is ideal for getting rid of dirt and mud before it even enters your home. The setup is simple with this bathroom item.

    By Taylor Freitas 1 day ago Read More
  • A person holding a snail that was on a leaf

    Before You Try Copper, Use This Bathroom Staple To Deter Snails In The Garden

    While copper tape is a common recommendation for warding off snails, this item you likely already own could provide a quick fix for your problem.

    By Annette Hird 1 day ago Read More
  • A robin splashing in a blue and white bird bath

    Goodbye Traditional Bird Baths: Give This Copper Find A Beautiful Second Life In The Garden

    When you picture a bird bath, you might imagine one with a bowl on top of a pedestal, but this unconventional copper alternative can attract birds with style.

    By Selena Ivette Rodriguez 1 day ago Read More
  • A woman tending to hostas in a garden bed with other plants

    Don't Let This Pretty Pairing Fool You: The Companion Plant For Hostas That Can Lead To Disease

    While these two plants might look good together, their vastly different care needs will make it nearly impossible to thrive in the same garden bed.

    By Katharine Hansen 2 days ago Read More
  • Green vegetables being watered with a red watering can

    How To Use A Plastic Bottle To Keep Tomatoes Hydrated In The Heat

    Tomatoes are thirsty plants, and as the weather warms up, it can be hard to keep them hydrated. Luckily, this hack can take the chore out of your hands.

    By Rob Baird 2 days ago Read More
  • Person adding to scraps compost pile

    Not Potato Or Banana Peels: The Kitchen Scrap You Didn't Know You Could Add To Compost

    Balance is key to a healthy compost pile. There are certain items you should never put in a heap, but this fruit scrap isn't one of them so don't toss it away.

    By Suzanne Bonnett 2 days ago Read More
  • A person fertilizing heads of lettuce in a garden

    When To Apply Fertilizer To Grow Thriving Leafy Greens

    While most leafy greens aren't very hungry for nutrients, adding a fertilizer at the correct time during their growing process can help bolster your crop/

    By Nancy Schaffer 2 days ago Read More
  • A carpenter bee on a wooden deck railing

    Put Down The Essential Oils: Keep Carpenter Bees Away With An Amazon Find

    Carpenter bees nest in exposed wood, potentially causing damage over time. To deter them, reach for this Amazon find instead of essential oils or pesticides.

    By Aleem Ahmad 2 days ago Read More
  • A gardener plants tomato seedlings next to tall stakes in a newly prepared bed.

    Why These Leafy Greens Are The Key To Thriving And Healthy Tomato Plants

    Every gardener who plants tomato seedlings does so in the hopes of a huge harvest. Increase your chances by planting these leafy greens alongside your vines.

    By R. A. Fletcher 2 days ago Read More
  • A slug crawls on a green leaf full of holes in a garden.

    Skip The Coffee Grounds And Use This Spicy Kitchen Staple To Deter Slugs

    If you think you've tried every remedy under the sun to repel slugs, think again. Your veggie patch may need a spritz of water infused with this sizzling spice.

    By Nancy Schaffer 2 days ago Read More
  • A woman wearing an apron and gloves adds soil to a potted peace lily plant.

    Not Egg Shells Or Coffee Grounds: The Overlooked Scrap To Feed Your Peace Lily

    If you don't have any eggshells or coffee grounds, you can also use the peel of one of the world's most popular fruits to fertilize your indoor peace lilies.

    By Aleem Ahmad 2 days ago Read More
  • A mole cricket standing on wet soil in a tomato garden bed.

    Not Neem Oil: The Natural Way To Deter Mole Crickets From Your Garden

    If you're looking for a way to eliminate mole crickets, this effective, eco-friendly strategy involves pitting two natural forces against each other.

    By Brooke Younger 2 days ago Read More
  • Hand dripping a liquid over a small plant in a field with natural light

    Use This Healthy Kitchen Scrap Instead Of Coffee Grounds For DIY Fertilizer

    Coffee grounds provide soil with structure; however, there are other options when it comes to plant nutrition. This kitchen scrap is abundant in most homes.

    By R. A. Fletcher 3 days ago Read More
  • Dirty hands harvesting garlic

    Not Garlic: The Companion Plant To Add To Garden Beds For Thriving Leafy Greens

    This companion plant serves as a rich living mulch for your leafy greens, boosting soil nutrients while retaining moisture and blocking weeds.

    By Katy Willis 3 days ago Read More
  • A person with gloved hands lifts a gray concrete block from a stack of other blocks.

    Build An Epic Succulent Garden Entirely From Concrete Blocks

    Concrete blocks may seem boring, but their use is only limited by your imagination. You can, for example, create a patio succulent garden in an afternoon.

    By Melody Ip 3 days ago Read More
  • White clusters of blooms on an oakleaf hydrangea bush.

    What To Do With Oakleaf Hydrangeas In August For More Blooms Next Season

    Oakleaf hydrangeas, native to the southeastern U.S., bloom on old wood, which is a key reason behind this important August maintenance step.

    By Selena Ivette Rodriguez 3 days ago Read More
  • Woman removing plant from pot

    Move Over, Store-Bought Planters: This Kitchen Staple Could Help Your Plants' Roots

    The ideal planter allows for proper drainage and air circulation to keep the roots healthy and prevent rot. This kitchen item can do just that.

    By Taylor Freitas 3 days ago Read More
  • A woman at a garden center bends down to pick up a woven basket full of flowering plants.

    Goodbye Concrete Blocks: Build Your Garden Beds Quickly With This Unique And Durable Material

    Concrete blocks are heavy and chunky — they're not ideal for raised garden beds. Instead, try this metal alloy that develops a gorgeous, protective patina.

    By Selena Ivette Rodriguez 4 days ago Read More
  • A chipmunk is drinking water from a bird bath with a bee for company

    Ditch The Snap Traps: There's A More Humane Way To Deter Chipmunks From Your Yard

    Snap traps are swift and efficient at eliminating furry pests from your garden. But they're needlessly brutal -- and they may even cause you to break the law.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 5 days ago Read More
  • Thriving rose beds on either side of a walkway in a garden

    The Big-Blooming Companion Flower That Fills Out A Rose Bed

    These flowers thrive alongside roses, and they stay in bloom from spring until frost, providing year-round interest even when roses are out of season.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 6 days ago Read More
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