8 Creative Ways To Cover A Muddy Pathway On The Side Of Your Home
The side yard of homes often gets neglected, which can cause it to become a muddy pathway when it rains. Here are straightforward, creative ways to solve that.
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17 Vegetables And Herbs That Pair Well With Strawberries In The Garden And Why
Strawberries are great for home gardening, but because of their growing challenges, ensure you pair them with companion herbs and vegetables that can help.
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Why Cicada Numbers Rising May Have A Big Effect On The Birds Near You
If you live in the Midwest or the East Coast, you've likely noticed an uptick in cicada populations. What does this mean for birds, and how are they affected?
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Blast Weeds Out Of Your Lawn With An Unexpected Cleaning Product
Weeds in your lawn can be a real eyesore. Try this mixture straight out of the cleaning product aisle to keep weeds at bay without chemical herbicides.
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Citrusy Fruits Are The Key To Attracting Butterflies To Your Garden
To make your garden butterfly-friendly, you need to understand the habits of these beautiful insects. Start by using citrus plants to attract butterflies.
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The Best Time Of Year To Prune Hebe Shrubs To Ensure Beautiful Blooms
Hebe shrubs are a favorite in the garden and will reward you with beautiful blooms as long as you prune them properly. This is the best time of year to do so.
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The Benefits Of Growing Heat-Tolerant Kurapia As A Ground Cover
If you live in a hot and dry area, you may have given up on having a beautiful green lawn. Consider planting Kurapia ground cover to achieve your lawn dreams.
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The Cotton Candy-Like Flower That Will Add Texture To Your Shady Yard
For a garden sprinkled with pops of color and fuzzy textured blooms, this plant is an absolute must-grow. Learn what it is, along with its growing requirements.
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Joint-Friendly Tools That Can Help You Garden If You Suffer From Arthritis
If you suffer from arthritis, gardening can be extremely difficult. Check out these tools and suggestions to make gardening easier on your joints.
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Hummingbird Predators And Pests You Don't Want Anywhere Near Your Feeders
It's fantastic to see hummingbirds flitting around your garden, but their small size makes them vulnerable. Watch out for these predators and pests.
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15 White Flowering Weeds You Might Find In Your Yard (And If You Need To Pull Them)
If you see that some white flowers have popped up in your yard, you may need to take action. Here is how to identify invasive flowering weeds.
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Plants You'll Want To Avoid Growing With Lavender In The Garden
Lavender is super low-maintenance and easy to grow. However, there are some plants that you shouldn't plant next to the fragrant herb to ensure its success.
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Use Coffee Grounds To Give Tomato Plants A Boost
Coffee grounds are a common add-in for tomato plant health, but our master gardener Tiffany Selvey has some tips to help you get the best tomatoes possible.
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Grow Dahlias To Attract Beautiful Hummingbirds (But Don't Make This Mistake)
Dahlias are a beautiful and effective way to attract hummingbirds to your garden. Before planting, though, make sure you aren't making this common mistake.
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Why You Should Add A Kitchen Spoon To Your Gardening Toolkit
Kitchen spoons are a must in any household but they can also be incredibly useful in the garden, from sowing seeds to getting rid of pests.
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Why You Shouldn't Plant Cucumbers And Tomatoes Together In The Garden
While you may have heard that tomatoes and cucumbers are good companion plants, here's why you may want to think twice before planting them next to each other.
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Our Professional Gardener On How Often To Water Summer Annuals To Keep Them Thriving
House Digest's gardening expert shares tips for how often to water summer annuals. Learn how often you should water annuals and how to tell if they need it.
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9 Creative Ways To Repurpose Silica Gel Packets Around The House
Instead of tossing silica gel packets in the trash, it may be better to find a way to repurpose them. Here, we've found nine different ways to do so.
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10 Stunning Companion Plants That Belong Alongside Irises In The Garden
Learn about the best companion plants for irises, and why they're good choices. These plants grow well with irises without overcrowding or overwhelming them.
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Zero-Turn V Riding Lawn Mowers: What Makes Them Different & Which Is Best For You?
Should you choose a lawn tractor riding mower or zero-turn mower for your yard? Learn about the differences and pros and cons of each, as well as their prices.
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15 Peony Companion Plants You Should Avoid In The Garden
Growing healthy peony plants also means choosing right companion plants. The plants on this list are bad companions for peonies and shouldn't be planted nearby.
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10 Genius Hacks To Remove Rust From Your Garden Tools
Removing rust from your gardening tools isn't impossible and doesn't even require specialized cleaners. Here are some helpful hacks to banish the oxidation.
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7 Unexpected Ways To Repurpose Pesky Weeds Around Your Garden
Learn how to make use of weeds around your home and garden. Instead of throwing weeds away, try one of these DIYs instead, making something useful from weeds.
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The DIY Upcycle That Turns An Old Satellite Dish Into A Stunning Backyard Feature
If you're in the mood for some DIY upcycling, be sure to keep a look out for an old satellite dish, which can be turned into an incredible backyard feature.
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The Difference Between Sweet Alyssum & Candytuft (& Which Is Best To Grow)
Learn the difference between candytuft and sweet alyssum plants, and which of these two flowering ground covers is a better choice for your garden.
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What You Should Know Before Buying A Hover Lawn Mower
Using hovercraft technology, hover mowers can make mowing a lawn a much easier task. There are both pros and cons to buying this type of grass trimmer.
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Harmful DIY Hummingbird Nectar Mistakes Everyone Makes
Store-bought hummingbird nectar does the trick, but DIYing ensures you won't accidentally harm your flying friends. Here are the common mistakes to avoid.
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