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  • assortment of plants and pots

    DIY A Rustic Planter Using An All-Natural Element From Your Yard

    Add greenery to your home or a rustic flair to your yard with this DIY. Finding what you need for the planter could be as easy as looking out the window.

    By Saskia Ainsworth November 21st, 2023 Read More
  • Woman carries a potted snake plant

    This TikTok Hack Will Forever Change The Way You Repot Snake Plants

    Snake plants are prone to damage during repotting. Fortunately, there is a simple TikTok hack that can make the process much less stressful.

    By Will Ford November 20th, 2023 Read More
  • Person holding sugar in cup

    All The Ways You Should Be Using Sugar In The Garden

    Sugar is one of the most common kitchen staples. However, the sweet and readily-available ingredient can also be used to boost your garden in multiple ways.

    By AJ Attia November 20th, 2023 Read More
  • Cat plays among houseplants

    The Secret To Keeping Your Cat Out Of Your Houseplants For Good

    If your cat loves your houseplants just as much as you do, you might be searching for a way to keep them out of the soil. Learn this great secret trick.

    By Will Ford November 20th, 2023 Read More
  • Squirrel eating fruit

    The Easy Addition That Can Keep Squirrels From Even Thinking About Your Yard

    Keeping squirrels away from your plants, bulbs, or birdfeeders can be a challenge. A motion sensor sprinkler could be just the trick for repelling squirrels.

    By Sakshi Khaitan November 20th, 2023 Read More
  • Mother and child in a thriving garden

    Why Soybeans Are The Key To A Thriving Garden

    If you're looking for an easy way to have a thriving garden, look no further than soybeans. This mighty legume can benefit your garden in several ways.

    By Michael Alexander Uccello November 20th, 2023 Read More
  • Squirrel eating pumpkin in garden

    The Dollar Tree Item That Can Help Protect Your Plants From Unwanted Pests

    Many gardeners set up PVC garden hoops with mesh netting to keep pests off their property, but these can be expensive. We'll show you a cheaper Dollar Tree DIY.

    By Rose Okeke November 19th, 2023 Read More
  • chopsticks in stainless steel container

    Handy Ways To Repurpose Chopsticks Around The House

    Is your junk drawer overflowing with extra chopsticks? Put those thin, sturdy utensils to use around the house with these gardening and cleaning ideas.

    By Jahaira Arthur November 19th, 2023 Read More
  • Pink peony

    The Low-Maintenance Herb That'll Help Your Peonies Thrive

    While peonies are as easygoing and low-maintenance as they are beautiful, there is a particular herb you should plant around them that will help them thrive.

    By Danielle Ramos-Sullivan November 19th, 2023 Read More
  • blender on kitchen island

    Your Kitchen Blender Is The Trick To Perfect Garden Compost

    If you hate waiting for your compost to decompose, discover how this simple blender hack could speed up the process and how to apply the mixture to your garden.

    By Marco Rossi November 19th, 2023 Read More
  • Raccoon in yard

    Use This Simple Washcloth Trick To Pest-Proof Your Yard

    Pests can have a major impact on your yard and garden. Keep these unwanted guests away by combining washcloths with a compound that you can get at the store.

    By Danielle Ramos-Sullivan November 19th, 2023 Read More
  • Caterpillar eating leaf

    The Sweet Ingredient That'll Banish Caterpillars From The Garden

    If your garden is full of hungry caterpillars who have taken to snacking on your precious plants, here's an easy and humane way to keep them at bay.

    By Katie Francis November 19th, 2023 Read More
  • old wooden shovel in grass

    Work Smarter Not Harder With This WD-40 Shovel Repair Hack

    While shovels are necessary for a variety of tasks, their handles can start to fall apart over time. Learn how to easily repair an old shovel with WD-40.

    By Marco Rossi November 19th, 2023 Read More
  • tub of dirty gardening tools

    The Kitchen Ingredient You Should Use To Clean Your Gardening Tools

    Of course they're going to get dirty again, but you must clean your garden tools to avoid spreading plant diseases. Do so with this simple kitchen ingredient.

    By V Bawa November 18th, 2023 Read More
  • flies on orange slice

    Repel Fruit Flies From Your Home With 9 Plants They Cannot Stand

    Fruit flies are a gross nuisance nobody wants in their home. Luckily, they are a fairly easy insect to ward off with any of these nine fragrant houseplants.

    By Sarah Coggan November 18th, 2023 Read More
  • Gardening kit sits on deck

    How Hydrogen Peroxide Can Breathe New Life Into Your Beloved Garden Tools

    Good gardening tools that can survive seasons of heavy use are worth maintaining to keep them clean and rust-free. Hydrogen peroxide can ease this task.

    By Will Ford November 18th, 2023 Read More
  • groundhog in front of a holly bush

    The Gorgeous Garden Perennial That'll Send Pesky Groundhogs Running

    Groundhogs are a serious garden nuisance, tearing up all the hard work you put into your landscape. Keep them out humanely with this popular spring flower.

    By Tiffany Selvey November 18th, 2023 Read More
  • Stink bug on wall

    These Kitchen Ingredients Will Solve Your Stink Bug Problem In An Instant

    Among the worst household pests are stink bugs. While there are many options for keeping them away, none are as simple as this homemade recipe. Try it yourself.

    By Claire Dangalan November 17th, 2023 Read More
  • two red foxes laughing

    Protect Your Yard From Foxes With The Spicy Ingredient They Can't Stand

    Foxes can be cute from a distance, but you likely don't want them in your yard. To repel the pests naturally and humanely, you can utilize this ingredient.

    By Kaleigh Brillon November 16th, 2023 Read More
  • oil poured onto sppon

    Genius Ways To Use Vegetable Oil Around The House (That Don't Involve Cooking)

    Vegetable oil can be used for a variety of tasks when gardening and cleaning. Discover some of the many ways to use this cooking liquid around the home.

    By Jahaira Arthur November 16th, 2023 Read More
  • someone digging in backyard

    The TikTok Garden Digging Rule You Should Remember After A Rainy Day

    Garden digging can be equal parts tough and rewarding. This TikTok user shared one rule you should always remember about garden digging after a rainy day.

    By Saskia Ainsworth November 16th, 2023 Read More
  • snake in garden

    Can You Really Use Pine-Sol To Ward Off Snakes?

    Pine-Sol has garnered a reputation in some circles for being able to repel snakes. This unconventional use may be worth a go, but better alternatives exist.

    By Joanna Marie November 16th, 2023 Read More
  • man taking care of tree

    Aluminum Foil Is The Secret To Protecting Your Trees From Sunscald

    In the winter, it is important to adequately prepare your yard. Here's how aluminum foil is the secret to protecting your trees from sunscald.

    By Joanna Marie November 16th, 2023 Read More
  • slug moving through garden

    The Sweet Ingredient That'll Help You Control Slugs And Snails In The Garden

    Snails and slugs don't only rear their slimy heads in the rain; they're lasting pests that often eat gardeners' work. Learn how this sweet item can trap them.

    By Christy Rae Ammons November 15th, 2023 Read More
  • Smiling woman with sport drink

    Is Gatorade The Secret Ingredient For A Healthy Garden?

    Gatorade is a popular sports drink thanks to its electrolytes, but do its benefits cross over to gardening? Here's what watering with Gatorade does to plants.

    By Brenda Christine November 15th, 2023 Read More
  • woman taking care of houseplant

    Ways To Get Rid Of & Prevent Ants In Your Houseplants

    Ants can find their way just about anywhere. If your houseplants are being taken over by unwanted guests, here are ways to get rid of and prevent them.

    By Joanna Marie November 15th, 2023 Read More
  • Close up of a flea

    How Building A Simple Fence Can Keep Your Lawn Flea-Free

    Building a fence may sound like a strange option for flea control. However, it can be very effective. Here's what you need to know to keep your lawn flea-free.

    By Sandy Baker November 15th, 2023 Read More
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