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  • Person squatting to pull weeds in the garden

    This Clever Amazon Tool Helps Gardening Discomfort And Doubles As An Outdoor Storage Solution

    A portable gardening bench with stowaway storage is a win-win. It can be worth investing in to make gardening easier and less physically tiring.

    By Carrie Elizabeth Bradon 2 hours ago Read More
  • A set of hands wearing pink-and-white floral print gardening gloves holding light brownish-green straw, with a green tomato plant and more straw in the background.

    Say Goodbye To Traditional Mulch: The Perennial Grass With Deep Roots That Slows Weed Growth

    If you're looking for plants that are as functional as they are visually appealing, this low-maintenance grass helps block weeds, doubles as mulch, and more.

    By Melody Ip 3 hours ago Read More
  • Man outdoors in yard wincing while holding nose and shutting eyes

    Here's A Potential Reason Your Yard Smells Like Burnt Rubber

    If there's not a car in sight, yet your garden smells like tires, there may be a common pest to blame. Find out how to identify the smell and eliminate it.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 4 hours ago Read More
  • Older man aerating his lawn

    Ditch Big & Bulky Lawn Aerators For A Compact Amazon Solution That Makes Larger, Deeper Holes

    To aerate your entire lawn, you may think of renting a big aerator, but this simple Amazon tool can help you accomplish the task more easily on a budget.

    By Carrie Elizabeth Bradon 5 hours ago Read More
  • A long rural gravel driveway lined by wooden fencing and evergreen hedges.

    Not Mulch Glue: The Natural Solution That Keeps Gravel Driveways Neat

    If you're averse to using polymer-based mulch glues on your gravel driveway, consider this unique, biodegradable, oil-based agricultural by-product instead.

    By Catherine Nyorani 6 hours ago Read More
  • a person empties a basket of organic waste into a compost bin

    Not Toilet Paper Rolls: The Common Hygiene Staple You Should Compost

    To add a carbon boost to your compost pile, don't throw away this bath and beauty product. Instead, shred it into small pieces and add it to your compost bin.

    By Laura Reed 7 hours ago Read More
  • A gardener pushing a wheelbarrow full of gardening tools out to the vegetable garden

    One Tool For Every Job: The European System That Gets Gardening Right

    This clever European tool system is an upfront investment that could save you money, shed space, and the frustration of replacing broken tools down the road.

    By Annette Hird 7 hours ago Read More
  • A gardener cutting a length of landscape fabric from a roll

    Ditch Landscape Fabric: The All-Natural Alternative That's Better For Your Garden

    Landscape fabric is not the most effective option for weed control and soil stabilization. This eco-friendly alternative can take care of those issues and more.

    By Daniel Warden 8 hours ago Read More
  • A bee orchid with purple petals

    The Beautiful Orchid That Looks Like The Bees It Attracts

    It looks like a bee and takes a little patience. to grow. Discover the clever trick behind its unusual appearance and why this flower is worth the wait.

    By Taylor Freitas 10 hours ago Read More
  • woman smiling holding chrysanthemums outdoors

    Not Mums: The Fall-Blooming Plant With White Flowers That'll Beautify Your Landscape

    Chrysanthemums are not the only autumn flower to add interest to your garden. Try this native variety that blooms through the colder months, into October.

    By Megan Newton 11 hours ago Read More
  • A person spritzes succulents and cacti growing in small pots on a table in a large greenhouse.

    Gardener Turns Old Frying Pans Into A Tiered Succulent Planter With An Impressive DIY

    Do you have a whole bunch of succulent cuttings that have rooted and are ready to plant out? Make this tall tiered succulent planter out of pans to house them.

    By Taylor Freitas 14 hours ago Read More
  • Woman scooping cat litter in box with cat looking on.

    Turn Empty Litter Containers Into A Useful Fall Garden Essential

    Don't toss a bulky household container when it's empty. With a few simple modifications, it can become a practical addition to your fall garden setup.

    By Amy Horton 1 day ago Read More
  • Smiling female nursery worker with potted plants and saplings

    Not Lemons, Not Limes: The Exotic Fruit Tree That Can Thrive Outdoors In Cold Climates

    If you like to garden but live in a cold climate, you know how difficult it is to grow citrus. But there is a citrus tree you may not have heard of until now.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 1 day ago Read More
  • closeup on stink bugs on leaves

    What To Do If You Find Stink Bug Eggs

    Stink bug eggs in your garden or home need to be disposed of properly to ensure they don't hatch or release their pungent odor. Here's the best DIY methods.

    By Megan Newton 1 day ago Read More
  • A view of a hand holding a bottle of Dawn dishwashing liquid at the grocery store

    What Does Dawn Dish Soap Do For Your Plants?

    You may have heard about using dish soap (Dawn) in the garden. Before you mix a batch yourself, be aware of what such a solution can do to a plant's leaves.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 1 day ago Read More
  • Gardener planning what to plant in the spring

    September Is The Time To Start Planning Your Spring Flower Garden

    A thriving flower garden in spring begins with thorough planning in September. This is the time of year to prepare your garden before the first frost.

    By Katy Willis 1 day ago Read More
  • Aerial view of a person's gloved hands putting a red chrysanthemum plant in the ground

    Not Mums: The Hardy Perennial You Could Be Planting In September For Fall Color

    Professional gardener Peg Aloi tells us about this perennial, which grows blue flowers in spring, and gold, orange, and yellow foliage starting in mid-October.

    By Peg Aloi 1 day ago Read More
  • A man using a push mower to cut the grass

    Protect Your Lawn Mower With A Waterproof Find From Amazon

    Once you purchase a lawn mower, you may be wondering where to store it if you're tight on space. This waterproof find from Amazon may just do the trick, though.

    By Bob Beacham 2 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a person using Milwaukee battery powered hand pruners

    12 Lesser-Known Milwaukee Tools That'll Upgrade Your Gardening Routine

    If you're ready to invest in some high-powered gardening tools, check out these quality options from Milwaukee that are highly rated by loyal buyers.

    By Daniel Warden 2 days ago Read More
  • A squirrel sitting amongst a pile of leaves

    The Fall-Planted Bulb Squirrels Won't Touch

    While squirrels certainly add to a woodland scene, they can wreak havoc on bulbs. But this hardy bulb, an early spring bloomer, isn't favored by the critters.

    By Baylee Bunce 2 days ago Read More
  • A butterfly lands on bee balm bloom

    Not Bee Balm: The Plant That'll Fill Your Yard With Minty Fresh-Smelling Flowers

    This aromatic, low-maintenance plant provides a fresh scent to any garden, as well as pretty purple-pink blooms. Unlike mint, it isn't considered invasive.

    By Melody Ip 2 days ago Read More
  • A brick wall with a door, covered and surrounded in plants

    Not Climbing Hydrangea: The Flowering Vine That Looks Great On A Brick Wall

    Climbing hydrangea is an obvious option if you're looking for some wall cover, but there's another choice that offers a stunning vertical look.

    By Annette Hird 2 days ago Read More
  • An adult Blue Jay perched on the side of a bird bath.

    How To Prevent Grimy Buildup In Your Bird Baths (It's Not Vinegar)

    Bird baths can quickly develop grimy buildup from water and organic debris, but a simple weekly addition could make cleaning less frequent and easier.

    By Shannon Severson 2 days ago Read More
  • A hiker admiring the trees while on a boardwalk through a forest in Florida.

    The Beautiful, Endangered Tree That Only Grows In Florida

    There's a vulnerable tree growing, among other places, in Torreya State Park and the Apalachicola Bluffs and Ravines Preserve that you could add to your yard.

    By Annette Hird 2 days ago Read More
  • A person putting gasoline into a mower

    How Long Can Gas Sit In Your Lawn Mower Before It Goes Bad?

    Old gas can cause big headaches, but it doesn't have to. A few simple steps can help extend your fuel's life and keep your machine ready to roll.

    By Annette Hird 3 days ago Read More
  • A pizza pan and other craft supplies and tools on a white tabletop.

    Use Paper Towel Holders To Transform A Dollar Tree Pizza Pan Into A Functional Plant Stand

    Round metal pizza pans are great for DIY projects. The plain surface is easy to embellish. Turn a pan into a tabletop plant stand with some paper towel holders.

    By Annette Hird 3 days ago Read More
  • A gardener applying traditional mulch to a garden bed which has been covered with landscape fabric to suppress weeds

    Say Goodbye To Traditional Mulch: The Long-Blooming Perennial That Can Suppress Weeds

    A member of the mint family, this perennial can bloom across three seasons, ending in fall. When spaced tightly together, this herb can serve as ground cover.

    By Annette Hird 3 days ago Read More
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