Not Banana Peels: The Carb-Filled Kitchen Scrap Your Compost Will Love
Don't toss this carb item into the trash; it's on the allow list for compost piles. So save it for the heap instead -- even if it's turned moldy.
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The Hosta Companion Flower That Looks Like Delicate Lace
Hostas have one problem, if you can call it that: they're all foliage. To balance all those leaves, you need a delicate floral companion that also loves shade.
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Not Epsom Salt: The Fantastic Tomato Fertilizer That Everyone Already Has
The secret to better tomatoes may already be in your home. This unusual item provides a slow-release nitrogen fix for your soil, helping your plants thrive.
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Ditch The Fertilizer: Compost This Popular Flower & Give Your Soil A Major Nutrient Boost
These attractive plants can make for especially good compost, helping to enrich your garden by giving your other plants some much-needed nutrients.
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Not Brick, Not Concrete: How People Are Turning Plastic Waste Into Beautiful Pavers
Brick and concrete pavers are a common sight across the U.S., but what if there was a more modern, more eco-friendly way of laying your new patio?
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How To Grow Pepper Plants Upside Down (And Why You'd Want To)
Growing pepper plants upside down can help solve a surprising number of common problems with these plants in the garden — plus, it’s not hard to do.
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Are Weed Pullers ACTUALLY Worth It?
Weeds seem to pop up regardless of your attempts to stop them. Weed pullers seem to be a popular removal method, but are they really worth the effort?
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Sharpen Your All Garden Tools With An Easy Solution From Amazon
The good reviews are only part of the story. Once you learn why sharp gardening tools matter, you may find yourself adding this handy gadget to your own shed.
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The Native Flower That Brings Beautiful Color To Your Pollinator Garden
If you're looking for a uniquely shaped flower that will bring some height and color to your native garden, this bright red, round pick is perfect.
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Not Tissues: The Overlooked Scrap From Your Bedroom To Compost
Ready to take your composting to the next level? Ditch the well-known additions, like tissues and kitchen scraps, for an odd material from your linen closet.
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'Drama And Intrigue:' The Kale Variety You Should Grow For Both Beauty And Abundant Harvests
Gardeners searching for plants that perform double duty may be overlooking a striking variety that offers both visual impact and kitchen value.
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The Companion Flower For Peonies That Bloom At The Same Time
Companion planting is a great way to create aesthetic variety and to help control weeds, pests, and nutrients, and this flower makes a perfect pal for peonies.
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Not Clematis Or Hydrangea: The Vining Plant That Looks Good On Brick Walls
If you love the look of a vine climbing up your brick walls, try this lush variety, which can quickly cover your walls while doing very little damage.
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Goodbye Traditional Bird Baths — There's An Amazon Find That Gives Feathered Friends More Space
If you have dreams of having a bird-filled yard, buying a tiny bath simply won't do. Upgrade your setup with this two-tier option from Amazon.
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Not Coleus, Not Impatiens: The Purple Flower That Looks Great In Shade Gardens
Shade gardens can be a wonderful refuge in the summer when things are hot and sunny, and one gorgeous flower is easy to maintain in these cool-down nooks.
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18 Best Perennials You Should Be Planting In July
July is past prime planting season, but these perennials can be added to your garden even as outdoor temperatures start to soar in the summer.
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Not Sawdust: Another Garage Find You Can Add To Your Compost Bin
You probably already compost organic waste and sawdust, but this material lying around your garage or workbench can be tossed in the compost as well.
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28 Best Perennials You Should Be Growing Near Your Pool
Perennials have many benefits for pool gardens, with the biggest being that you only need to plant them once! Look for low-maintenance species for less work.
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Why There's Simply No Need To Splurge On Expensive Garden Mulch
Garden centers push premium mulch options, but most serve aesthetics more than function, leaving cheaper or free materials just as effective.
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Not Bee Balm, Not Fuchsia: The Violet-Blue Flower That Hummingbirds Can't Resist
If you're looking for another bloom that will draw more hummingbirds to your yard, then plant this ultra-bright, long-lasting and hardy perennial.
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Not Coffee Grounds: The Drink To Add To DIY Fertilizer For Thriving Leafy Greens
Give your lettuces and other brassicas the nutrients they need with a DIY fertilizer you can make with water and a simple ingredient from your kitchen.
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Say Goodbye To Traditional Bird Baths: There's A Target Find That Doubles As Garden Decor
Traditional bird baths are bulky and can take away from the aesthetic appeal of a garden. This super-pretty Target option is the exact opposite.
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It Was A Popular Gardening Practice In The '70s — But Is It Still Worth Doing Now?
We can often find inspiration in old-school gardening practices, but this one has fallen out of favor over the decades because of its effect on soil structure.
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Goodbye Bare Patches: 12 Of The Best Perennials For Full Sun Areas
Not every plant can survive in the heat of direct summer sun. But, these beautiful blooms will thrive in the dry, bright spots of intense sunlight.
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What To Do If You Find Bees In Your Birdhouse
Bees setting up a hive in your birdhouse can be a shocking and frustrating surprise, but there's no reason to panic, especially if you're an avid gardener.
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Not Hostas: The Low-Maintenance Alternative That'll Add Texture To Your Shaded Garden
If you're looking for something other than common hostas to fill the shady areas in your outdoor space, consider this gorgeous colorful alternative.
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Ditch Traditional Planters: The Affordable Alternative That'll Save Yard Space
This planter idea not only saves your backyard space but it will also add immediate dimension and vertical interest, whether you decide to mount it or hang it.
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