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  • A bird on the edge of a stagnant fountain in a garden

    Protect Bird Baths & Fountains From Mosquitoes With A Simple Solution From Lowe's

    Bird baths are able to attract mosquitoes thanks to their love of standing water. Luckily, a product from Lowe's will take care of their larvae for you.

    By Megan Newton 5 min ago Read More
  • Close-up of a person installing a landscape fabric with a mallet

    Ditch Landscape Fabric That's Weak: This Heavy-Duty Home Depot Find Keeps Weeds Out

    Using landscape fabric is a common way to combat weeds and soil erosion. But finding the right thickness is key; this product combines three layers into one.

    By Aleem Ahmad 2 hours ago Read More
  • Alfalfa sprouted seeds in a wooden bowl on a table

    Say Goodbye To Traditional Gardening With A Hands-Free Solution From Shark Tank

    Skip soil, planting, and watering with a clever countertop setup that makes growing fresh sprouts at home simple, tidy, and surprisingly low-maintenance.

    By Annette Hird 3 hours ago Read More
  • a charming greenhouse with mums and pumpkins

    Not Mums: These Shrubs' Huge Flowers Keep The Feel Of Tropics In Your Yard From Summer Until Frost

    These beautiful perennial flower plants are the perfect option to keep your garden looking so lively throughout summer and until winter comes.

    By Nancy Schaffer 3 hours ago Read More
  • A woman shovels dirt into a pot with a white-flowering hydrangea growing.

    The Hydrangea Companion Plant That Makes Their Blooms Pop

    While a blooming hydrangea won't get lost in a garden, enhancing its impact won't hurt. Choose a companion plant with a dramatically contrasting growth habit.

    By Taylor Freitas 5 hours ago Read More
  • A person applies a bug repellent spray to her arm while standing outdoors.

    Not Spray Or Traps: The Simple Swap That Can Help With Mosquito Protection

    If you're struggling to repel mosquitoes, you might need to try a multi-pronged approach. Pair this easy solution with other methods to keep mosquitoes away.

    By Aleem Ahmad 7 hours ago Read More
  • A woman holds a bunch of weeds with roots in a gloved hand after pulling them out of the ground.

    Easier Than Hand Pulling: Remove Weeds Standing Up With This Amazon Find

    Tired of bending or kneeling to pull weeds out of your garden by hand? The long handle and curved blade of this tool mean you can stand tall while weeding.

    By Rachael Green 13 hours ago Read More
  • Person watering flowers in a border garden.

    The Drought-Tolerant Shrub With Fragrant White Flowers To Plant In Your Yard

    This shrub explodes with lovely-smelling white flowers in early spring, and it’s not picky about soil conditions — including the occasional drought.

    By Ellen Douglas 1 day ago Read More
  • A colorful backyard with different varieties of flowers in bloom

    The Old-Fashioned, Forgotten Shrub That Fills Your Garden With Color All Season

    This shrub is one of the first to turn green in spring, followed by flowers and drupes that turn black in fall. Its introduction dates back to the 19th century.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 1 day ago Read More
  • A person using a paint brush to apply stain to a raised bed

    More Than Just Sealer: The Better Method To Keep Wood Raised Garden Beds From Rotting

    Many people seal their wooden raised garden beds to prevent water damage and rot. But an alternative to sealing can make the garden beds last even longer.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 1 day ago Read More
  • Close-up of a hand dropping seeds into a hole made in a raised garden bed

    Evenly Space Out Your Garden Rows With A Compact And Portable Amazon Find

    Proper spacing for seeds is key to their development in soil. This tool helps make evenly spacing out cells for those seeds to grow in quick and accurate.

    By Megan Newton 1 day ago Read More
  • A person wearing a straw hat collects chrysanthemums from a garden center

    Forget Mums: The Bright Purple Alternative For Your Container Garden

    Unlike mums, the purple of this plant doesn't appear in its blooms but rather along the edges of its leaves. The purple growth shimmers almost like pixie dust.

    By Baylee Bunce 2 days ago Read More
  • A person wearing gloves reaching into a wheelbarrow filled with bricks.

    Gardener Uses Bricks To Make An Incredibly Beautiful Bug Hotel

    Give beneficial insects more places to shelter with a surprisingly simple garden DIY that uses inexpensive materials you may already have around the yard.

    By Amanda Weir 2 days ago Read More
  • Stressed gardener sitting in vegetable garden

    Why Growing Your Own Food Is A Waste Of Money

    Whether in containers on a balcony or in-ground beds in the backyard, growing your own food is a big investment, costing more money and time than you'd expect.

    By Tiffany Selvey 2 days ago Read More
  • A person takes a bottle of weed killer from a store shelf.

    Contact Vs Systemic Herbicide: Which Is Better For Stopping Weed Growth?

    Do you just buy any weed killer from your local hardware store? You're doing your garden a disservice. Knowing which herbicides tackle which weeds is vital.

    By Aleem Ahmad 2 days ago Read More
  • Different birds hanging from feeders

    Don't Toss An Old Or Broken Bird Feeder When There Are 10 Fun Ways To Repurpose Them

    Don't let old or broken bird feeders go to waste; repurpose them around your home and garden to make DIY decor items, useful storage solutions, and much more.

    By Kate Cusson 2 days ago Read More
  • A man using a gas-powered aerator on a lawn

    Ditch Big & Pricey Lawn Aerators For A Simple Solution From Home Depot That Stores Easily

    Healthy grass shouldn't cost a fortune. With patience and a little bit of muscle, this spike aerator from Home Depot can bring results for just under $30.

    By Bob Beacham 2 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a person emptying a bag of mulch around a tree or shrub

    Say Goodbye To Traditional Mulch: Use This Golden Perennial For Fewer Weeds Under Trees & Shrubs

    The purpose of mulch? Among the reasons, holding on to moisture and suppressing weeds. Given this, you might consider growing this perennial as a living mulch.

    By Ellen Douglas 3 days ago Read More
  • a woman wearing gloves and using hedge shears

    Dump The Bench Grinder: Sharpen Hedge Shears With An Easy To Use Lowe's Tool

    If you need to sharpen your hedge shears, Lowe's has a sharpening tool that can get your cutters back into fighting shape with hardly any hassle.

    By Nancy Schaffer 3 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a gloved hand grabbing a bunch of weeds in a garden

    Cut Through Weeds Easily Without Digging Using A Heavy-Duty, Multipurpose Tool

    While this tool is described as "mini," it's also capable of various gardening tasks. Weeding is one, but there's also raking, scraping grass, and aeration.

    By Megan Newton 3 days ago Read More
  • A man looking at zero-turn mowers lined up near a parking lot next to a Tractor Supply Co. store

    The Most Affordable Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers You Can Find At Tractor Supply

    Zero-turn lawnmowers can costs thousands of dollars. That's the case even with Tractor Supply's cheapest offerings, but they're generally highly-rated.

    By Aleem Ahmad 3 days ago Read More
  • A group of sparrows bathe in a bird bath

    What Color Should Bird Baths Be To Attract The Most Birds?

    Bird baths are similar to bird feeders in that certain colors can help attract more visitors. Further, some colors are more associated with specific species.

    By Sarah Grossbart 3 days ago Read More
  • A gardener in a wheelchair stretches to water plants near her porch

    Clear Weeds, Grass, & Moss From Driveways Without Ever Hand Pulling Again

    People with chronic pain, arthritis, or other physical limitations may be more frustrated than most by the chore of pulling weeds. But there's an easy solution.

    By Andrea Crowley-Hughes 3 days ago Read More
  • A large hornets nest hangs in a tree

    Is It Okay To Hose Down A Hornets Nest?

    It can be tempting to reach for the garden hose when you spot a hornets nest, but there are safer options when it comes to getting rid of the problem.

    By Lauren LaMore 3 days ago Read More
  • Pertunias hanging in colorful baskets

    Your Store-Bought Potted Petunias Will Look 10x Lusher With This Easy Step

    Store-bought petunias can go from lush to droopy fast. The problem may have less to do with feeding them and more to do with what's happening inside the pot.

    By Katy Willis 3 days ago Read More
  • Person handling the end of a used weed wacker

    How To Prevent Your Weed Eater Line From Breaking

    If you're trying to tackle weeds in your yard only to find that your weed eater line keeps breaking, here are some ways to prevent that from happening.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 3 days ago Read More
  • person weeding gravel

    Remove Weeds From Gravel Driveways With A Snake-Like Tool From Amazon

    You're already tired of staring at those weeds, but we may have found a simple solution for getting rid of them, depending on your garden needs.

    By Megan Newton 3 days ago Read More
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