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  • A lovely straight driveway edge

    The Household Staple That Can Help With Landscape And Driveway Edging In A Pinch

    Want to straighten the grassy edges of your driveway, but don't want to buy a new tool? This TikTok hack works well (and doesn't look as silly as you think).

    By Annette Hird 8 min ago Read More
  • A man building the foundations for a retaining wall in a residential backyard.

    Goodbye, Boring Brick: The Colorful Retaining Wall Material That Adds Major Visual Interest

    While they do come in a few shades, bricks are mostly uniform in color. And that's a bit blah. Instead, invest in a natural material with mixed, earthy tones.

    By Suzanne Bonnett 1 hour ago Read More
  • person tending to sunny garden with various plants and flowers

    Not Wishbone, Not Impatiens: The Vibrant Annual Flower That Looks Great In Summer Gardens

    A vibrant summer annual brings months of color to gardens, but its biggest impact comes from long-lasting blooms, pollinators, and cut-flower appeal.

    By Megan Newton 2 hours ago Read More
  • Ripe tomatoes on the vine, on a wooden cutting board

    11 Reasons Your Homegrown Tomatoes Have No Flavor

    Whether it's the sun, soil, or scheduling, these common mistakes sabotage homegrown tomatoes, producing a bland bite instead of a rich, sweet flavor.

    By Daniel Warden 3 hours ago Read More
  • A bird sitting on a traditional pedestal-style bird bath.

    Say Bye To Traditional Bird Baths — Amazon Has A Space-Saving Solution For Small Areas

    No space for a traditional birth bath? Discover Amazon's clever, space-saving alternative to attract beautiful birds to your small yard, balcony, or patio.

    By Aleem Ahmad 4 hours ago Read More
  • A woman watering her indoor plant on a drip plate

    The Easily Thrifted Item That Makes A Budget-Friendly Planter Drip Plate

    If you have a plant that's missing a drip plate, don't head to the garden center. Instead, use an item that can be found in just about any thrift store.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 6 hours ago Read More
  • man pushing lawn mower over grass

    Not Stripes Or Checkered: The Lawn Pattern That'll Add Visual Interest To Your Yard

    This lawn pattern instantly gives your grass a unique look, boosting curb appeal and making your property stand out. Plus, it's easy to recreate in three steps.

    By Meadow St. Clair 7 hours ago Read More
  • A line of black ants walking through a muddy yard with rocks and plants surrounding them.

    What To Do If You Find Ants Walking In A Straight Line In Your Yard

    Ants being in the yard isn't necessarily a cause for alarm, but if you want them gone, their paths can help to give you a clear route to the source.

    By Caitlin Ritchie 13 hours ago Read More
  • Gardener turning a compost heap

    Not Toilet Paper Tubes: The Bathroom Staple You Should Be Adding To Your Compost

    There are many natural products you may mindlessly toss in the garbage that could actually feed your compost pile and reduce waste, like this bathroom staple.

    By Katy Willis 16 hours ago Read More
  • A tomato plant with several ripe red tomatoes and a few smaller green tomatoes

    Upcycle A Plastic Bottle Into A Space-Saving Solution For Growing Tomatoes

    If you're struggling to grow tomatoes due to a lack of space, then this hack could be a perfect way to get the tomatoes you want without the hassle.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 20 hours ago Read More
  • A person cultivating a tiny seedling in a pot

    8 Best Perennials To Propagate In June For A Summer Garden Full Of Lush Plants

    Sometimes it feels like you're just in garden maintenance mode in June, but this is actually a great time to propagate several types of bushes and herbs.

    By Baylee Bunce 24 hours ago Read More
  • Close up of kitchen tools

    Transform A Kitchen Staple Into A DIY Feeder That Birds Will Flock To

    You don't need a fancy feeder to attract birds to your backyard. Turn this inexpensive kitchen staple into a DIY bird feeder using just a few household items.

    By Magdalena Becker 1 day ago Read More
  • A red brick retaining wall beside a sidewalk

    Not Brick Or Slate: The Retaining Wall Material That Adds Privacy & Visual Interest To Your Yard

    Choosing this natural material will result in a retaining wall that features a stunning hue and amazing textures that can elevate your yard for a century.

    By Katie Barton 1 day ago Read More
  • Callery pear tree blossoms

    What To Do If You Find A Callery Pear Tree In Your Yard

    A Callery pear tree may look appealing at a glance, but its lovely blossoms mask an aggressive nature. Here's what to do if you find this tree in your yard.

    By Patti Kaz 1 day ago Read More
  • Senior woman pruning zinnia flowers in the garden

    14 Summer Flowers To Sprout From Seed For A Last-Minute Garden

    Whether you're getting a late start on your summer planting or Mother Nature was unkind to you this spring, you can start these flower seeds now.

    By Katy Willis 1 day ago Read More
  • A hummingbird in flight in a garden with a blurry background

    Not Salvia, Not Zinnia: The Showy Flower That'll Have Hummingbirds Flocking To Your Yard

    If you want to attract more hummingbirds and other pollinators to your garden without using salvia or zinnia, this lovely plant could be the perfect addition.

    By Megan Newton 1 day ago Read More
  • A man in a blue jacket and jeans dumps a bucket of food scraps into a large compost bin.

    What's The Best Brown/Green Ratio For Compost? It Depends

    In compost science, brown materials are carbon-rich, whereas green materials are nitrogen-rich. You need both, but the ratios of each matter for compost health.

    By Nina Phillips 2 days ago Read More
  • Photo of a person picking a dark purple tomato from a full vine.

    Say Goodbye To Floppy Plant Vines With A Tomato Cage Solution That Only Takes Minutes

    Don't let sagging vines ruin your garden yields. This quick tomato cage solution provides your climbing plants sturdy support at minimal cost and effort.

    By Sophie Pell 2 days ago Read More
  • A person in a jean jacket planting pale pink flowers into a metal pot

    16 Best Flowers To Start Planting In Pots In June

    June is past peak season for planting, but if you're a bit late on your gardening tasks this year, there's still time to cultivate some pretty blooms.

    By Nina Phillips 2 days ago Read More
  • A patch of daylilies growing in a garden bed with other flowering plants alongside a garden path.

    Not Chemicals: Keep Pests Away From Daylilies Using Herbs

    Despite being pretty hardy, daylilies aren't immune to common garden pests like aphids and deer. Repel them with a herb that looks as pretty as it smells.

    By Magdalena Becker 2 days ago Read More
  • Caring for a succulent plant

    5 Blooming Succulents You Probably Didn't Realize Existed

    While there are a handful of blooming succulents you're likely already familiar with, these less common options are sure to be conversation starters.

    By Katy Willis 2 days ago Read More
  • Woman kneeling in herb garden with scissors for harvesting.

    Don't Harvest This Herb In June — Let It Bloom For Garden Beds Full Of Happy Pollinators

    Some herbs have to be picked to maintain their flavor. But if you let this popular Mediterranean herb bloom in June, it will reward you with a buzzing garden.

    By Peg Aloi 2 days ago Read More
  • close up of a gardener adding fertilizer to soil

    Not Coffee Grounds: The Unexpected Pantry Item To Use In Your DIY Fertilizer

    This pantry item is likely in your home if you work out a lot, but trust us, your house plants and garden will love it as much as your muscles.

    By Magdalena Becker 2 days ago Read More
  • A gardener wearing a sun hat tends their flower-filled garden in mid-summer.

    8 July Tasks That Keep Your Garden Thriving And Blooming All Summer

    The weather outside might be steamy, but there are still tasks that need to be done in your garden to keep it thriving through the fall and beyond.

    By Lindsay Donaldson 2 days ago Read More
  • A woman in a pink shirt working in her garden

    The '60s Garden Movement That's Making A Comeback In 2026

    This garden movement has its roots in California in the Swinging Sixties, almost too obviously, but is primed for a comeback in gardens nationwide today.

    By Baylee Bunce 2 days ago Read More
  • A woman caring for geraniums in a pot

    Why Your Geraniums Aren't Blooming — And How To Fix It

    Geraniums typically produce show-stopping blooms in the summer. So, if yours hasn't bloomed yet, you might benefit from a few maintenance tips.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 2 days ago Read More
  • A young person is standing in a garden full of peonies, holding a mixed bouquet of different colors of the flower

    The Beautiful Companion Flower For Peonies That'll Suppress Weeds

    This fragrant perennial with coveted flowers makes the perfect groundcover for peonies, as it blooms just before them and its thick leaves suppress weeds.

    By Ellen Douglas 2 days ago Read More
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