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  • Older man on a red riding lawn mower going toward a red and white house.

    Riding Lawn Mowers Can Do A Lot More Than Cut Your Grass

    Have you invested in a riding lawn mower? If you're only using it for your long summer grass, you're missing out. Save the labor on a plethora of yard chores.

    By Taylor Freitas 53 min ago Read More
  • Three women potting up some herbs in a nursery.

    Not Basil, Not Cilantro: The Beautiful, Daisy-Like Herb With Flowers

    Basil and cilantro may be herb garden go-tos, but they're far from your only option. There's a far less boring herb that's delicious with bright yellow blooms.

    By Lisa Davis 4 hours ago Read More
  • A person holds the uncoiled end of a green garden hose up in the air.

    The Mistake You're Making With Garden Hoses That's Hiking Up Your Water Bill

    Garden hoses are endlessly useful yard tools, but there are good ways to use them and wasteful ways to use them, too. Knowing what to avoid can save you money.

    By Sarah Grossbart 6 hours ago Read More
  • A person wearing a light green sweater places herbs, potted in small terracotta pots, on a windowsill.

    The Fragrant & Flavorful Herb You Should Grow If You Like Basil

    This annual from the mint family can be used as a basil substitute, and comes in two varieties: green leaves or red leaves. It's also featured in Asian cuisine.

    By Melody Ip 9 hours ago Read More
  • A plain solar light in a yard at night

    Goodbye Traditional Solar Lights — The Amazon Find That Doubles As Lawn Decor

    If you've grown tired of bland solar lights that are functional yet boring, consider trying out this whimsical, colorful, and stylish alternative.

    By Daniel Warden 16 hours ago Read More
  • A slug crawls along a bright green stem near a leaf.

    Not Copper Nor Coffee Grounds: The Delicious Fruit That Can Help Get Rid Of Slugs

    There are tons of slug-repelling hacks out there, and many are more complicated than they need to be. This trick, by contrast, is as easy as eating some citrus.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 18 hours ago Read More
  • Woman watering plants in a raised garden bed with a watering can

    Woman Uses Affordable Materials To Create A Functional Garden Bed Cover That Looks Good

    One downside of raised garden beds is that critters are more easily able to nibble on your plants. However, one TikToker solved the problem with a DIY cover.

    By Katie Barton 19 hours ago Read More
  • Man holding two coiled up garden hoses

    Use A Simple Chain To Keep Garden Hoses Neat & Organized

    The simplicity and clean final look of this garden hose organizer can quickly transform your yard space. Plus, you can adapt it to hold more than a garden hose.

    By Katie Barton 20 hours ago Read More
  • Landscape fabric being rolled out onto soil.

    Ditch Landscape Fabric: The Fragrant Overlooked Scrap That's A More Natural Alternative

    Landscape fabric is a great idea in theory for keeping weeds at bay. However, one organic alternative offers unique advantages in your landscape.

    By Katharine Hansen 21 hours ago Read More
  • Person putting vegetables, fruits, eggshell, coffee grounds into compost bin

    Not Coffee Grounds, Not Eggshells — The Sweet Kitchen Scrap You Could Be Adding To Compost

    Keeping sweet things out of your compost is usually a good way to deter animals, but this expired kitchen condiment could actually make great compost.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 24 hours ago Read More
  • Backyard patio with a brick surface

    Not Concrete: This Brick Lookalike Is A Great Eco-Friendly Patio Alternative

    This patio surface material is more aesthetically pleasing and sustainable than concrete. And although it looks like brick, it's far more durable, too.

    By Charlotte D. Miller 1 day ago Read More
  • A backyard with a bar, dining area, and small pool at sunset

    Not A Swimming Pool: The Cheaper Alternative That'll Add A Rustic Touch

    Swimming pools are a backyard classic, but they’re not the only water feature that adds charm to a yard — and this alternative is far more budget-friendly.

    By Sarah Grossbart 2 days ago Read More
  • Person uses pruning shears to cut a flower from a garden

    The Sunny Annual Flower Whose Beauty Lasts Long After Its Blooms Fade

    The colorful blooms of annuals bring beauty to any garden, but it only lasts so long. This pretty flower also fades, but afterward, it also provides a surprise.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 2 days ago Read More
  • A woman spraying insect repellent onto her arm in a forest-like area

    Ditch DEET: Study Finds An Herbal Lotion Just As Effective For Mosquitos

    DEET is seen as the gold standard for keeping mosquitos away, but this study proves that there's a more natural alternative that's just as powerful.

    By Nina Phillips 2 days ago Read More
  • A woman scratches her arm after getting a mosquito bite

    How To Repel Mosquitos With An Overlooked Summer-Blooming Herb

    Summer comes with lots of joys, but nobody likes the swarms of buzzing mosquitoes. Enjoy the blooms of this citrusy herb while naturally banishing bugs.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 2 days ago Read More
  • An exposed deck in a sunny backyard filled with different tree species.

    Not Mulberry: The Beautiful Shade Tree With Edible Fruits That Can Stain Your Deck Or Concrete

    Mulberries are lovely shade trees with a big downside — staining. However, there's another popular native shade tree with the same problem worth avoiding.

    By Aleem Ahmad 2 days ago Read More
  • A person picking ripe red peppers from a bushy plant

    Should You Prune Pepper Plants In July?

    One common pepper-growing habit can do more harm than good during the summer, especially when rising temperatures begin stressing your plants.

    By Baylee Bunce 2 days ago Read More
  • A woman draws on a green plastic bottle with a black marker.

    Use A Plastic Bottle To Create Colorful Animal-Inspired Garden Decor

    Plastic bottles can be transformed into an incredible variety of outdoor decor, but few rival this hanging creation inspired by the world's tropical oceans.

    By Melody Ip 2 days ago Read More
  • Three monarch butterflies flying and landing in a garden by a house.

    Not Lavender Or Sage: The Tall Deep Purple Flower Butterflies Love

    This evergreen perennial blooms purple flowers, and is known to attract pollinators. Reaching up to ~5 feet tall, it can stand out among other greenery.

    By Aleem Ahmad 3 days ago Read More
  • Person standing on paved surface with potted plants on the left coils a red garden hose

    Turn A Wire Hanger Into A DIY Solution That Keeps Garden Hoses Organized

    A wire hanger isn't just for clothes; it's also not recyclable. But, you can repurpose one in all sorts of useful ways, including keeping your hoses organized.

    By Kate Cusson 3 days ago Read More
  • A man using a string trimmer as a lawn edger

    The Amazon Find That'll Make Landscape And Driveway Edging Easier

    If you want to keep your lawn's edges looking sharp and crisp, a string trimmer isn't your only option. This product is affordable, manual, and quiet.

    By Bob Beacham 3 days ago Read More
  • An employee in a garden center greenhouse handling potted snapdragons

    The Sunny Annual Flower To Plant In July For A Snapdragon Look

    Snapdragons are a traditional option for sunny, bright gardens, but this alternative will offer color and please pollinators through the late summer.

    By Nina Phillips 3 days ago Read More
  • Two people in a garden center standing with a plant-filled shopping cart and smiling at a pot of flowers

    The Lower-Maintenance Alternative To Grow If You Like Hydrangeas

    Like hydrangeas, this plant's blooms grow in clusters. Only, the shape resembles a bottlebrush! It's also low-maintenance, and grows across seven zones: 3-9.

    By Aleem Ahmad 3 days ago Read More
  • A gardener holding some freshly cut stems of cilantro

    The Potent Herb You Should Plant If You Like Cilantro

    This aromatic herb sounds like cilantro and is similar in taste, but it's not even related. Its leaves are long and serrated, and it grows as a rosette.

    By Annette Hird 3 days ago Read More
  • Close-up of a lawn mower blade underneath a lawn mower with blurred grass behind it.

    Not A Bench Grinder: How To Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades Quickly & Efficiently

    Sharpening a rotary lawn mower blade with this stationary tool will take only minutes. A mower blade should be sharpened after 20 to 25 hours of mower use.

    By Jo Plumridge 3 days ago Read More
  • two small birds landing delicately on a birdbath

    Ditch Traditional Bird Baths: This Easy Solution From Amazon That Doubles As Garden Décor

    Bird baths are a great way to invite avian visitors into your yard, but you don't need a bulky stone or concrete version. Try these lighter Amazon options.

    By Aleem Ahmad 3 days ago Read More
  • Two slugs on a lettuce plant with holes in it

    Not Copper Not Coffee Grounds: The Sun-Loving Herb With Flowers That Helps Keep Slugs Away

    Little pom-pom flowers belie a pungent plant below. You might like to put this fragrant herb on your dinner plate, but slugs and snails will stay far, far away.

    By R. A. Fletcher 3 days ago Read More
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