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  • Hand pointing at the blade attached to the underside of a lawn mower

    Sharpen Your Lawn Mower Blades With A Simple Drill Attachment

    This drill attachment is made from an extremely hard mineral that ranks second only to diamond on the Mohs scale. You can sharpen your blade in minutes.

    By Sophie Pell 4 min ago Read More
  • A garden with stones and a variety of different flowers and plants.

    Not Lavender, Not Basil: The Purple Summer-Blooming Herb That Brightens Rocky Gardens

    Want a hardy, low-maintenance plant that offers up beautiful purple blooms while also attracting pollinators? Look no further than this pungent perennial.

    By Aleem Ahmad 2 hours ago Read More
  • Young woman working outside on laptop itching mosquito bite

    The 5 Best All-Natural Mosquito Repellents That Aren't Citronella

    If you're looking for an alternative to store-bought mosquito repellents, these herbs and oils have been proven to be highly effective at warding off pests.

    By Katie Barton 3 hours ago Read More
  • Bee amid purple flowers

    Not Hydrangea, Not Salvia: The Purple Summer-Bloomer That Pollinators Love

    If you're looking to bring more vibrant color, refreshing fragrance, and helpful bees to your garden, this lesser-known annual is perfect for the task.

    By Katharine Hansen 10 hours ago Read More
  • Woman watering tall tomato plants on a deck

    The One Thing You Should Do In July For Healthier Tomatoes

    July’s hot, humid weather can often spell trouble for tomato plants — take this one key step that month to prevent problems and enjoy a longer harvest.

    By Selena Ivette Rodriguez 12 hours ago Read More
  • A small bird sitting on a widow ledge outside a dirty window

    Prevent Birds From Running Into Windows With A Swipe Of A Marker

    If your sparkling clean windows have become more of a hazard for birds than a lovely feature in your home, consider trying out this hack to reduce risk.

    By Annette Hird 13 hours ago Read More
  • Person harvesting a large beefsteak tomato in the garden

    Not Coffee Grounds: The Kitchen Scrap You've Trashed That Is A Great Tomato Fertilizer

    It might be waste to you and I, but to your tomato plants, unwanted kitchen scrap can be a brilliant source of nutrients and a cheap fertilizer.

    By Katy Willis 14 hours ago Read More
  • A tall, gnarled Japanese maple with sprawling branches is covered with red, orange, and yellow leaves.

    What's The Average Lifespan Of A Japanese Maple Tree?

    A Japanese Maple tree is one of the most beautiful trees you can have in your yard, but how long will you be able to enjoy it? Here's the answer.

    By Melody Ip 15 hours ago Read More
  • A blue jay in a stone bird bath surrounded by flowers and greenery.

    Goodbye Traditional Bird Baths — Reuse A Storage Find For A DIY Alternative

    Skip a traditional bird bath and instead turn to this convenient – and affordable – substitute to attract more feathery friends to your yard.

    By Amanda Weir 16 hours ago Read More
  • Pink flowers of a milkweed blooming in clusters

    What To Do If You Find This Native Milkweed In Your Yard

    A fast-growing volunteer plant may look like just another weed, but removing it entirely could mean losing an important food source for pollinators.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 16 hours ago Read More
  • A basket full of freshly picked ripe tomatoes sits on the wall of a brick raised garden bed full of mature tomato vines.

    How Many Tomato Plants Would It Take To Replace Store-Bought Tomatoes?

    Tired of paying exorbitant prices for tomatoes at the grocery store? Growing your own can be a good solution, as long as you put enough vines into the ground.

    By Charlotte D. Miller 17 hours ago Read More
  • a row of large plastic detergent containers on a supply shelf

    Use A Plastic Bottle & Empty Detergent Container To DIY A Self-Watering Planter

    While using detergent containers as repurposed planters isn't anything new, this is an intriguing self-watering design that's worth a closer look.

    By Amanda Weir 18 hours ago Read More
  • A person in bibs and rubber boots using a powerwasher on a driveway with plants and a fence.

    2 Concrete Driveway Cleaners To Avoid At All Costs (& More Reliable Alternatives To Try)

    Old or unsealed concrete driveways are porous, so they are easily stained by oil or mold. DIY cleaning is possible, but only if you use the right product.

    By R. A. Fletcher 19 hours ago Read More
  • A blue-throated hummingbird rests on a branch

    Plant This Shrub That Hummingbirds Love For Delicious Berries Year After Year

    Berries of this fast-growing (and winter-hardy) deciduous tree darken to black when ripe. Meanwhile, hummingbirds are known to nest in the perennial's branches.

    By Megan Newton 19 hours ago Read More
  • person planting different vegetable seedlings in garden

    Not Bee Balm, Not Honeysuckle: The Edible Hibiscus Cousin Pollinators Love

    If you want to attract more pollinators to your yard, you don't have to stick to ornamental flowers. This multi-function plant has blooms that beneficials love.

    By Megan Newton 22 hours ago Read More
  • A gardener uses shears to cut a pink peony flower from a shrub growing in a garden.

    Grow The Best Peonies By Avoiding This Common Natural Fertilizer

    If you grow peonies, you want them to do well and flower abundantly. Fertilizer can help your plants thrive, but only if it has the right set of nutrients.

    By Selena Ivette Rodriguez 1 day ago Read More
  • a person holding a garden hose outside

    Ditch Your Messy Yard: Amazon Has A Stylish Solution For Storing Garden Hoses

    Rather than haphazardly lying around, keep your garden hose and its many attachments neatly organized using this affordable, simple product found on Amazon.

    By Aleem Ahmad 1 day ago Read More
  • Person using a pitchfork to mix material in compost bin

    Not Egg Shells Or Coffee Grounds: The Fruity Scrap To Add To Compost

    Chances are you have a lot of this fruit scrap, and it's perfect for composting. Like other food waste, it will contribute to your compost's green material.

    By Amy Horton 1 day ago Read More
  • Person holding handful of compost

    Not Banana Peels: The Other Fruit Scrap You Should Add To Compost

    If you're in need of more green material for your compost, this often-overlooked and frequently trashed fruit scrap could give it a boost of nutrition.

    By Sophie Pell 1 day ago Read More
  • A person holds a stylus while designing a new patio on a tablet.

    Goodbye Concrete: The Long-Lasting Patio Alternative That Looks Good

    Concrete patios are affordable, but they're also pretty high-maintenance. Instead, clad your patio in an ancient material that's as attractive as it is durable.

    By Camille Moore 2 days ago Read More
  • A woman planting herbs along an elevated wall

    Not Thyme Or Oregano: The Summer-Blooming Herb That Looks Good On Retaining Walls

    If you're feeling like your retaining wall is looking a little stark, this gorgeous herb can help to soften the edges with its trailing growth.

    By Katharine Hansen 2 days ago Read More
  • A gardener prepares a garden bed to install edging.

    Ditch Plastic Edging: This Natural Material Is More Reliable And Won't Break The Bank

    Plastic edging might be cheap, but it's also not very eco-friendly. Switch to a timber product that's good-looking, durable, and naturally bug-resistant.

    By Catherine Nyorani 2 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a tree with green paint marking and two walkers in the distance

    What The Green Color Means In Tree Paint Markings

    If you see green paint on a tree, it won't be by accident. It was painted on for a reason; why it was will largely depend on where you find the tree.

    By Annette Hird 2 days ago Read More
  • Man tossing food scraps in an outdoor compost bin

    Not Banana Peels: The Other Fruity Kitchen Scrap Your Compost Will Love

    For an eco-friendly household, composting fruit and vegetable waste is key, and this is one food scrap you might not think of tossing in the compost bin.

    By Tyler Palicia 2 days ago Read More
  • A person installs white water pipes and metal fittings along the outside of a brick walled house.

    How To Protect Your Pipes From The Blistering Summer Heat

    You probably know to protect water pipes from the cold, but did you know the hot summer sun can cause damage, too? Prepare your pipes or expect pricey repairs.

    By Andrea Crowley-Hughes 2 days ago Read More
  • A man relaxing next to a small water fountain in a backyard

    Ditch Traditional Fountains: The Low-Maintenance Alternative That Looks & Sounds Beautiful

    A water feature provides a way to immediately upgrade your outdoor space, but if typical fountains are too large or loud, consider this alternative.

    By Amanda Weir 2 days ago Read More
  • Person actively mowing their tall lawn in an arching pattern

    Not Stripes Or Diamonds: The Mowing Pattern To Try For A Bold Lawn That Stands Out

    Lawn stripes are dull and diamonds are complicated. There's one pattern that strikes a happy medium between simplicity and a luxury aesthetic that you can try.

    By Nina Phillips 2 days ago Read More
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