Ditch The Traditional Tomato Cage For An Alternative You Can DIY With Backyard Scraps
If you're planting tomatoes this summer, there's no need to spend money on store-bought tomato cages. Try this easy DIY alternative for plant support.
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Don't Toss Old Nursery Pots: Give It A Budget-Friendly Upgrade With This DIY
If your old nursery pot is a bit of an eyesore, you can turn it into a sight for sore eyes. Use these cheap materials to give it a colorful makeover.
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The Right Way To Prune Tomatoes In June For An Abundant Harvest
June is the perfect time to get out in the garden and prune those tomato plants! Here's how pruning can ensure a larger harvest and keep your plants healthy.
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Ditch Concrete Pavers: Edge Your Driveway With This Walkable And Fragrant Ground Cover Instead
Traditional driveway edging materials are not the only option for adding definition and curb appeal, especially if you prefer a softer landscape look.
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How Often Do I Need To Replace A Lawn Mower Spark Plug?
A lawn mower's performance often depends on small components, like spark plugs, that are easy to overlook until problems start showing up in the yard.
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The Natural Way To Add Privacy To Your Yard Without Fences Or Screens
A natural privacy solution can do far more than block a view, adding seasonal beauty, pollinator support, and even a fresh harvest to your yard.
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Ditch Raised Planter Beds: The Cheaper Alternative That Naturally Keeps Weeds Out
One tricky aspect of raised bed gardening, aside from the cost, is weed management. This cheaper alternative solves that problem entirely.
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Don't Toss Old Plastic Nursery Pots, Reuse Them For A Healthy, Thriving Garden
The life of a plastic nursery pot extends well beyond its time in the garden center. With nothing more than a trowel, they become a way to keep plants hydrated.
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Not English Ivy: The Less Invasive Alternative For Your Yard
Looking to plant ground cover in your yard? This spring-flowering vine is an excellent alternative to the often lovely, but invasive, English ivy.
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Goodbye Traditional Bird Baths: There's An Amazon Find That Lights Up Your Yard
Traditional bird baths are not the only way to attract feathered visitors, especially when one backyard feature offers extra charm after sunset.
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Don't Throw Away Your BBQ Grill Ash — 28 Plants That Love It
Do you use wood on your barbecue grill and skip the gas or starter fluid? If yes, scrape out the ashes after a cookout and save them for use in your garden.
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Upcycle Old Garden Shovels Into A Rustic Bird Feeder With A Clever DIY
You can attract more birds to your yard with a DIY bird feeder using something you probably already have at home but never thought to use: garden shovels.
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What Happens If I Put Car Oil In My Lawn Mower?
If you've run out of engine oil for your lawn mower, here's what to know if you're considering using car oil instead and whether it's a good idea.
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Not Alliums, Not Herbs: The Companion That Gives Strawberry Plants A Boost
There are several companions for strawberries that help repel pests or provide other benefits. This perennial works well with strawberries for many reasons.
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Don't Fall For Its Beauty: The White Flowering Plant You Don't Want In Your Garden
Although the white flowers add curb appeal, this perennial is an aggressive grower with deep roots that can cause ecological harm to your local plant life.
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More Than A Vegetable: This Cabbage Cousin Elevates Garden Beds With Vibrant Pops Of Purple
If you're looking for an edible plant that doubles as an ornamental one in your garden raised beds, this unique purple cabbage cousin is the perfect choice.
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Turn Old Nursery Pots Into The Cutest Wreath Decor For Your Patio
Elevate your patio with the cutest DIY decor, which is also beginner-friendly and made from old nursery pots plus a few simple Dollar Tree materials.
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Ditch The Traditional Bird Bath For A Hummingbird-Attracting DIY Solution
Hummingbirds are more likely to visit your garden if you give them a place to bathe, and this nifty DIY idea will help keep birds refreshed and happy.
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The Butterfly-Friendly Ground Cover That Deer Want Nothing To Do With
As cute as deer can be, they have a frustrating tendency to snack on our beloved gardens. Keep them away by planting this pollinator favorite.
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Why There's Simply No Need To Buy Fertilizer Anymore
You may be buying and using fertilizer unnecessarily. Here's why fertilizer shouldn't be a go-to band-aid fix for your garden and what you should use instead.
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Turn A Popular '60s Accessory Into The Perfect Upcycled Bird Bath
Many accessories from the '60s that we don't use in homes today end up in thrift stores. Use one such outdated product to create a bird bath for your backyard.
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Use Old Shovels To DIY Cute Garden Signs On The Cheap
Even when shovels get old and rusty, they typically stay pretty sturdy, making them ideal for upcycling into garden art that's as useful as it is attractive.
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Don't Fall For Its Beauty: The Yellow Flowering Tree You Don't Want In Your Yard
This tree produces beautiful yellow flowers, along with pink seed capsules, but there are a few important reasons it is not worth having in your yard.
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Not Toilet Paper Tubes: The More Natural Bathroom Staple To Add To Your Compost
Toilet paper tubes can add some extra heft to your backyard compost heap, but there is one bathroom staple that offers even more bonus nutrients.
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Don't Get Duped By Its Beauty: The Ornamental Grass You Might Not Want In The Yard
Ornamental grasses can add beauty and texture to an otherwise bland landscape, but there are some that are less safe to plant because they are fire hazards.
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Give Your Compost A Major Nutrient Boost With A 100% Natural Fertilizer
Creating high-quality compost for your garden can be a delicate balancing act. If you need to give your compost pile a boost, here's an all-natural option.
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IKEA Has A Space-Saving Solution For More Planters On Your Small Patio
If you're short on space, use this affordable IKEA solution to build a beautiful vertical garden wall. It's perfect for growing herbs, flowers, and greens.
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