The DIY Solution People Use To Kill Roly-Polies (& Does It Work?)
Some people consider roly-polies pests and they try to repel or exterminate them with cayenne pepper. But can this pungent spice actually kill them?
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The Clever Way You Should Be Reusing A Sponge While Working In The Garden
Most people throw their old sponges straight in the garbage, but you can actually give them a second life and make gardening easier and more comfortable.
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Can You Safely Use Soap To Clean Your Bird Feeder?
Bird feeders are battered with a lot of grime and gunk, but could cleaning them with harsh soaps wind up harming the birds that you're trying to help?
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Can You Dig Up Spring Bulbs If They're Still Blooming? Our Professional Gardener Weighs In
Sometimes your spring bulbs need to be relocated... but is it okay to dig them up when they're blooming? Our professional gardener shares her thoughts.
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Why May Might Be The Best Time To Spot A Ruby-Throated Hummingbird In Your Yard
Few things are more magical than ruby-throated hummingbirds flying around your garden. Here’s why they are more likely to appear in May and how to prepare.
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Tips For Growing Healthy Broccoli Sprouts & Common Mistakes To Avoid
Growing broccoli sprouts is extremely easy and doesn't require soil or an outdoor garden, but there are a few major mistakes to avoid when growing them.
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12 Ways To Repurpose Broken Garage Door Parts In Your Home And Garden
Before throwing away your broken garage door parts, check out the several ways you can repurpose them to add a unique and rustic charm to your home.
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Our Landscape Designer's Tips Will Make Your Garden Space Look And Feel Bigger
Yes, you can still have great landscaping in a small garden. We spoke to landscape designer Roy Altaras to learn how to make any yard space feel bigger.
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The Weedy Plant You Don't Want In Your Yard If You're Trying To Keep Wasps Away
No one wants wasps in their outdoor oasis, but could you be inadvertently attracting these buzzing foes? You might be if you have this one plant in your yard.
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4 Plants You'll Want To Avoid Growing Around Tree Roots
Tree roots can grow very long, so when gardening around trees, you want to make sure not to introduce any plants that will compete. Here are 4 examples.
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Avoid This Garden Shed Mistake If You Don't Want Rotting Wood On Your Hands
Although garden sheds can be very useful to have, they can get damaged if you don't protect them. For example, this mistake could cause the wood to rot.
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Why You Should Plant Garlic Around Your Patio
Discover the benefits of garlic. Enjoy a pest-free patio and convenient access to a fresh supply of flavor by following this simple gardening tip.
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Is It A Good Idea To Aerate Warm Season Grass And If So, When Should You?
When it comes to warm season grass, is it is a good idea to aerate? Learn more about how, why, and when to aerate your lawn based on the type of grass you have.
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Plant This, Not That: Why You Should Grow Japanese Iris, Not Yellow Flag Iris
Irises are staples in gardens worldwide, but some species aren’t suitable for growing in the US. Consider swapping your yellow flag with this Japanese variety.
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The Citrusy-Smelling Flowering Shrub You'll Want To Keep Out Of The Garden
Discover why you may want to keep this shrub out of your garden. The Daphne, with its beautiful and fragrant appeal, is actually toxic for pets and people.
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Why A Birdhouse Is The Best Way To Attract This Beautiful Blue Songbird To Your Yard
If you'd like to attract this stunning, blue songbird to your yard that enjoys eating pesky insects, then hanging up a birdhouse is a must. Here's why.
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The Best Type Of Cover Crops For A Raised Garden Bed (& Which To Avoid)
Cover crops can help your raised beds yield healthier plants the next season. Here are the best cover crops to plant in your raised beds, plus what to avoid.
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The Red-Flowering Hummingbird Favorite Martha Stewart Swears By
Legendary lifestyle guru Martha Stewart recommends planting flowering currants on your land to attract hummingbirds while keeping invasive animals at bay.
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The Strawberry Variety That Can Grow In Your Shady Backyard
If you're looking to grow strawberries, but your garden doesn't receive much sunlight, consider this shade-loving and easy-to-grow variety.
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Building A DIY Trellis? The TikTok Gardening Community Has You Covered
TikTok is full of DIY tips for resourceful folks who like to save a few bucks, and the app makes no exception for garden trellises. We've compiled a few here.
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Adding These Two-Toned Flowers To Hanging Baskets Is Sure To Attract Hummingbirds
Hummingbirds are one of the best backyard birds you can hope to see. Planting this flower in your hanging baskets will invite them to flit over for a visit.
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Juicy Tips For Growing Delicious Dragon Fruit In Your Garden
If you're looking to add some cacti to your yard, you can't go wrong with a dragon fruit plant. Here are some tips to help these cacti flourish.
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Our Pest Control Expert Tells Us If Diatomaceous Earth Is A Natural Way To Get Rid Of Japanese Beetles
Japanese beetles will greedily devour your plants, but picking them off by hand is a tedious way to control them. Here's how to use diatomaceous earth instead.
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How To Tell If Your Morning Glories Are A Beautiful Addition Or An Invasive Pest
What's the story (with) morning glories? The flowering vine can be a beautiful addition to your garden, but be on the look out for its invasive species cousin.
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How To Successfully Grow An Autumn Blaze Maple Tree For Its Beauty & Benefits
Beauty and practicality come together in the form of the Autumn Blaze Maple. By adopting the right growing techniques, you can enjoy the tree for years to come.
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Grow A Flowering Poached Egg Plant In Your Garden For All Of Its Benefits
The poached egg plant, with its yolk-like colors, is not only adorable but brings lots of benefits to your garden. Learn more about this amazing, little flower.
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Don't Let Warm Weather Stop You From Growing Peonies. Here's How
Peonies may typically prefer colder weather, but we've got a few tricks and tips for getting these beauties to bloom in warmer climates and weather.
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