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  • Closeup of a professional gardener pouring granular lawn fertilizer into a handheld broadcast spreader

    Consumer Reports Names The Right Time To Fertilize Your Lawn

    Fertilizing requires good timing. Otherwise, you'll end up wasting your money and time. The right moment will completely depend on your grass type.

    By Aleem Ahmad 45 min ago Read More
  • Homeowner pouring asphalt sealant onto driveway

    14 Of The Biggest Wastes Of Money You Can Spend On Your Driveway

    From sealing mistakes to the plants you grow in the surrounding area, you'll save yourself a chunk of change if you avoid doing these things to your driveway.

    By Katy Willis 55 min ago Read More
  • Pink spider flower in a close up in a garden

    How To Repel Ticks With A Pink Sunny Annual Flower

    This beautiful, self-seeding annual flower is often cited as a great way to keep ticks out of any yard, but does it really work against this kind of vermin?

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 2 hours ago Read More
  • Gardener planting seedling of tomato plant in biodegradable peat pot into soil at vegetable garden.

    Why There's Simply No Need For Store-Bought Soil Boosters

    Skip the quick chemical fixes. Learn how to foster a diverse, resilient underground ecosystem naturally instead of relying on synthetic store-bought boosters.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 4 hours ago Read More
  • Gloved hands are holding a black hand rake and an uprooted weed above soil.

    Forget Weeding Gear: This Tool You Already Own Makes Quick Work Of Unwanted Plants

    Save your money. Learn how to tackle stubborn garden weeds using a common household item you already own—no specialized weeding gear required.

    By Melody Ip 15 hours ago Read More
  • A black-legged tick on the edge of a leaf

    What Is The Worst Time Of Day For Ticks?

    Timing could be the missing ingredient when it comes to tick protection. Research suggests that this is the time when ticks are more active.

    By Amanda Weir 19 hours ago Read More
  • A gardener attaching vines to a wood trellis.

    More Durable Than Wood: The Many Benefits Of Copper Plant Supports

    Upgrade your garden with copper plant supports. Discover why they’re more durable than wood, rust-resistant, and a sleek, long-lasting choice for plants.

    By Annette Hird 20 hours ago Read More
  • Tall arborvitae privacy trees in front of a brown house.

    Swap High-Maintenance Privacy Plants With A Self-Seeding Flower

    Give this pretty self-seeding flower a try if you're looking for an aesthetically pleasing and low-maintenance plant to add more privacy to your garden.

    By Lisa Davis 21 hours ago Read More
  • Person using a bow rake to move soil around in their garden

    Bow Rake Vs Leaf Rake: What's The Difference?

    While all rakes have the same basic parts, their designs are different, each meant for a specific task in yard work. Case in point: the bow rake and leaf rake.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 22 hours ago Read More
  • A person using tweezers to remove slugs from under a trap

    Don't Kill The Slugs You Trap — There's A Way To Use Them In The Garden

    While slugs may cause damage to your lovely young seedlings and salad greens, they do serve a biological purpose that you can take advantage of in the garden.

    By Annette Hird 23 hours ago Read More
  • Two mason jars filled with water and positioned upside down on wooden boards in a yard.

    No Unsightly Jars Or Buckets: There's A Cuter Way To DIY A Pollinator Sip Station

    This DIY project turns seashells and wooden dowels into a stylish drinking station for pollinators so bees and butterflies can sip water safely.

    By Amanda Weir 1 day ago Read More
  • Person pouring mixed concrete into a tub near gravel and dirt at a construction site

    ​​Concrete Block Vs. Poured: The Better Retaining Wall Material

    When it comes to concrete block versus poured, each has it's own pros and cons. However, the best choice for retaining walls might not be what you'd expect.

    By R. A. Fletcher 1 day ago Read More
  • A hummingbird in mid flight

    This Strange Flower That Hummingbirds Can't Resist Never Truly Opens

    Although the clusters of blooms on this shade-loving perennial never fully open, hummingbirds are able to use their long bills to easily reach its nectar.

    By Baylee Bunce 1 day ago Read More
  • A gardener untangling a blue hose to water the garden

    Keep Garden Hoses Organized With A Clever Battery-Powered Find From Amazon

    This product is automatic and rechargeable, and simplifies the storage part of a particular gardening task, a part that many gardeners may describe as a hassle.

    By Annette Hird 2 days ago Read More
  • Several birds playing in and on a birdbath

    Goodbye Traditional Bird Baths: There's A Cheaper DIY Option In Your Kitchen

    You can spend a lot of time and money searching for, then buying the perfect bird bath. Or you can use this trick to make one from things you already own.

    By Baylee Bunce 2 days ago Read More
  • A fish tank in a dark room

    Not Egg Shells: The Overlooked Scrap From Your Fish Tank You Can Compost

    If you care for an aquarium or even just a small fish tank, there are byproducts of fish care that can be used added to your healthy compost pile.

    By Tyler Palicia 2 days ago Read More
  • A gardener inspects tomato plants which have developed leaves and flowers

    The Real Reason Your Tomato Plant Is Growing But Not Producing Fruit

    Tomato plants not producing fruit can be due to a myriad of different reasons, but one of the most common involves the weather in your area.

    By Andrea Crowley-Hughes 2 days ago Read More
  • Man mowing the grass on a lawn

    Our Lawncare Pro Agrees: This Trick Makes Mowing An Overgrown Lawn So Much Faster

    When mowing your overgrown lawn, dealing with grass clippings and a clogged deck can become a time-consuming hassle. This trick makes it way faster and easier.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 2 days ago Read More
  • A woman planting flowers in a container

    Not Petunias Or Marigolds: The Bright Sunny Annual Flower For Your Container Garden

    This low-growing annual with bright, yellow blooms will add a perfect touch of drama to your container garden as it cascades over the edges of your planters.

    By Baylee Bunce 2 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a hibiscus as a person hand holds the plant, their face out of focus in the background

    Why Do Some Flowers Close At Night?

    You might think all flowers close their petals at night but most don't. For those that do, they aren't sleeping, but exhibiting a specific plant movement.

    By Lisa Davis 2 days ago Read More
  • Grass clippings on a road next to a curb

    Is It Illegal To Blow Grass Clippings In The Street?

    You might not focus too much on the grass clippings your mower leaves behind, but is it legally wise to let them get tossed into the street?

    By Heather Ayer 2 days ago Read More
  • A fruiting tomato vine growing in a red wire cage in a garden.

    Why There's Simply No Need For Tomato Cages Anymore

    Tomato cages are a go-to tool for tomato vine support for many gardeners. However, these cheap, often flimsy structures may be more trouble than they're worth.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 2 days ago Read More
  • A pigeon sitting on a rock near a birdbath in a garden.

    Naturally Deter Pigeons With Flowers That You Love And They Hate

    You don't want pigeons in your yard. They eat plants, crowd birdbaths, and poop everywhere. Repel them with a carefully curated selection of flowering plants.

    By Baylee Bunce 2 days ago Read More
  • Neatly trimmed evergreen hedges line a tidy pebble walking path

    The Best Landscape Rock Glues Reviewed

    Landscape rock glues are a must for homes with gravel paths and similar features. It's important to get the right one to ensure your efforts stay put.

    By Emily Ray 2 days ago Read More
  • A woman wearing a blue apron plants thyme in a brown plastic nursery pot.

    Add One Simple Ingredient To Your Soil For Thriving Thyme

    Thyme has tasty leaves, flowers that attract bees, and a lovely aroma. It likes dry soil, so add this easy-to-get product to its growing medium for good health.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 2 days ago Read More
  • Woman putting down landscape fabric.

    Move Over Landscape Fabric: This Mulch Material Is Cheaper

    Landscape fabric has plenty of cons, including its price. This natural material can act as an attractive, eco-friendly, and more affordable alternative.

    By Katharine Hansen 2 days ago Read More
  • A luxurious home in Nantucket with a gravel driveway

    The Circular Feature That Makes Gravel Driveways More Functional And Polished

    Gravel driveways are affordable to install and simple to repair, but they're not always the easiest to navigate. Make things safer with a simple design change.

    By Katharine Hansen 2 days ago Read More
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