Aerating makes for a healthier lawn. How many passes you'll need to make for a thorough job will depend on a few factors, including how compacted the soil is.
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Don't let pests ruin your time in your backyard. From bug zappers to ultrasonic deterrents, there are many solar-powered solutions to choose from on Amazon.
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Excess nitrogen in your garden soil can lead to poor harvests, fewer blooms, more pests, and other issues. This crop is like a natural nitrogen vacuum.
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You have a pile of stained, torn bath towels. Before you throw them in the trash, try out this trick to give more height and better balance to your pot plants.
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Those ancient spice racks in your kitchen could have a surprising second life, becoming a lush botanical display that gives your patio a creative makeover.
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Just because you make a DIY spray in your own kitchen doesn’t mean it’s safe for the beneficial critters in your garden, says an expert gardener.
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This Harbor Freight tool offers a solution to yard scraps, such as dried leaves and twigs, by turning them into smaller sizes suitable for mulch and compost.
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This hack shows how you can get even more miles out of your old bike. When you replace its tires, don't discard the old ones. Make them into a trellis instead.
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Planting new grass can be exciting, but not when you don't know how long the germination process will take. The time varies based on a few crucial factors.
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With a handheld leaf blower, you can the convenience of sweeping up debris quickly without a motor on your back. However, the tradeoff comes with downsides.
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WD-40 has gained attention as an unconventional carpenter bee treatment, but its effectiveness and potential risks deserve careful consideration.
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Lawn mower maintenance and mowing look a little different come fall. While your grass grows more slowly, follow these tips to keep your lawn and mower healthy.
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Bulky planters are a pain to move and store. This clever alternative is easy to tote around during the growing season and folds away neatly when winter arrives.
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You may have heard of homemade pest control that includes Dawn dish soap. However, it's important to know what this detergent's formula can do to your plants.
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In the '90s, Halloween decor was cute, not gory. To channel this vibe in your outdoor party decorations, adorn your string lights with a spooky season staple.
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Colorful fall leaves lose their charm when they cover your yard. To avoid the tedium of moving them with a tarp, you can try using this simple plastic tool.
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Wish plant labels had space for more than a plant's common name? Enter the frying pan. The utensil has tons of room for info, and the handle's a built-in stake.
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Got some old pallets in the garage you don't know what to do with? Transform them into beehives for a steady supply of honey and a source of garden pollinators.
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Every gardener knows the frustration of pesky weeds. Many use traditional mulch to cover and slow their growth, but there is a better option that lasts longer.
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Flower type and this cultivar's white blooms make it perfect for a hummingbird garden. With how its petals shoot out like rays, it resembles that of a daisy.
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Are mosquitoes taking over your yard right now? Here's a 'fiery' pick that can look great in your backyard while helping to repel the pesky biting critters.
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This deciduous shrub fills your garden with rich, glossy foliage and striking, spiky flowers. Best of all, your space gets a sweet, spicy fragrance.
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Bees are pivotal to our environment, and you can have them in your yard without planting flowers. Use this DIY hack to attract and build a home for the bees.
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This easy-to-grow native plant spreads easily in most soils and offers blooms that will bring bees, birds, and butterflies to your pollinator garden.
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Hand pulling weeds is tiring, and since they grow quickly, you will have to remove them frequently. But with these weeding tools, you can speed up the process.
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Don't settle for gravel. Your patio deserves nothing but the best, and this replacement material will not feel more stable, it'll look so much better.
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Got a log lying around that you don't know what to do with? Mason bees are excellent pollinators, so attract them to your garden by crafting a home for them.
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