Don't Toss Mesh Produce Bags — Use Them As Garden Support With A DIY Solution
Do you grow fruiting vines? It's worth setting aside all the mesh produce bags you get in your weekly grocery shop for this cost-saving, supportive garden hack.
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Replacing Soil Does More Than Refresh The Potting Mix
It's not enough to merely maintain the water and sunlight schedule of your potted plants, as there's a whole other world to regulate in the soil underneath.
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Skip The Retaining Walls: There's Another Solution For Sloped Yards
Pooling water can be a nuisance with any sloped area of your yard or garden, but a retaining wall isn't the only answer. Try this cheaper solution.
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Skip The Flowers: Attract Butterflies With A Kitchen Scrap They'd Be Thrilled To Find
Want to give the butterflies in your yard a gift they'll love? This common produce (which might already be hiding in your fridge) is ideal for butterfly food.
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Say Goodbye To Ugly Weeds In Your Raised Garden Beds With An Eco-Friendly Solution
Landscape fabric is one of the most common ways to prevent weeds in raised garden beds, but it's far from eco-friendly — try this solution instead.
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Not Begonias, Not Impatiens: The Annual Flower That Can Take The Heat In The Garden
You fill your garden beds with flowering annuals only to have them wilt mid-summer. Ditch the usual species for this heat-loving pink pom-pom-covered cultivar.
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Not Tape Or Mesh: There's A Better Copper Hack To Keep Slugs Out Of The Garden
According to some corners of the internet, copper can be used to deter slugs in the garden, but adding another component can send slugs running with a jolt.
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Gravel May Be More Reliable Than Wood Mulch In Your Yard. Here's Why
Considering wood mulch for your yard or garden? Depending on factors like soil needs and weather, using gravel might actually be a wiser choice.
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They Were Everywhere In The 1860s — Now It's The 19th-Century Decor Plant Lovers Can't Resist
It's said that what is old becomes new again, and that is certainly true of this plant trend, which revives an aesthetic that was popular in the 1800s.
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Use A Plastic Bottle To Keep Pesky Garden Insects Away With A Clever DIY
Keeping outdoor gatherings comfortable doesn't always require store-bought solutions. One easy DIY uses materials many households already have.
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Not Cotton Balls: The Alternative Bathroom Staple To Add To Compost
The less bathroom trash that goes into the landfill, the better. This frequently-used item is perfectly safe to compost, with a few important caveats.
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How Often Do I Need To Fertilize Soil In Outdoor Potted Planters?
Outdoor potted plants typically require more frequent fertilization than those that grow in the ground. Here's how often to add fertilizer to your planters.
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Plant This Deer-Resistant Herb Next To Peonies For A Garden With Continuous Blooms
A short-blooming garden favorite leaves time gaps in color, but a lesser-known companion plant can quietly extend the display for months longer.
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Forget Hostas: Here's An Annual Flower That Adds Color To Shaded Landscapes
Okay, it's technically a perennial, but when it's planted in the garden it's actually treated as an annual because its limited hardiness.
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Not Lavender Or Thyme: The Flowering Herb Pollinators Would Be Thrilled To Find In The Garden
Trying to attract more pollinators to your garden? There's one flowering herb that they love, and it happens to be cold-hardy and easy to grow.
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Not Copper Nor Coffee Grounds: Use This Bathroom Staple To Help Deter Snails And Slugs
Coffee grounds and copper aren't the only slug-deterrent ideas gardeners swear by. One common household item may offer another option to try.
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Fill Your Hanging Baskets With A Vibrant And Low-Maintenance Flower
Even if you forget to water it here and there, this flower will continue to show off in hanging baskets with bright trailing blooms in a range of colors.
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Can You Put Any Deck On A Mower?
Replacing a worn mower deck isn't as simple as grabbing the first one that looks right. A few important factors determine what will actually fit.
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Skip Traditional Weed Barriers: Amazon Has A Biodegradable Option For Your Yard
Traditional weed barriers can create problems long after they're installed, but one alternative offers a different approach for keeping weeds under control.
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Give Tomatoes A Major Nutrient Boost With DIY Fertilizer That Uses A Stinky Kitchen Scrap
It may be a smelly idea, but this ancient agricultural practice slowly releases powerful nutrients into your soil, giving tomatoes a natural boost.
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Say Goodbye To Carpenter Bees Using A Fresh-Smelling Plant They Can't Stand
This citrusy plant smells fresh and lovely, but carpenter bees hate it, making it a safe way to discourage them from nesting in and around your property.
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Give Your Garden Beds A Rustic Look With A Labeling Upgrade From Amazon
Plant labels are a necessity in many gardens, but they're not always the prettiest. Get a more natural look with this affordable Amazon product.
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Neither Sage Nor Thyme: There's Another Summer-Blooming Herb Pollinators Love
There are several herbs that can attract various pollinators, but there's one in particular that a wide array of pollinating critters seem to flock to.
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Not Hostas, Not Ferns: Grow This Lush Vine For Striking Foliage In Partially Shaded Garden Beds
A familiar shade-garden look gets a surprising upgrade from a certain fast-growing vine that transforms plain foliage into shifting seasonal color.
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Not Coffee, Not Tea: The Beverage You Could Be Adding To Compost
Want healthier soil? Learn why this common household drink can be added to your compost pile and how it can help plants thrive.
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7 Bad-Smelling Trees To Avoid Planting (& 5 To Consider Instead)
We generally think trees should smell good. That's the expectation if you're planning to grow one that blooms and fruits but beware ... some are stinky!
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Use An Old Pot Lid To Create Budget-Friendly Garden Art With A Clever DIY
Don't toss that old pot lid. This simple DIY can help you turn it into the star of a charming art installation that will add personality to your garden.
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