The Drought-Tolerant Ground Cover That Can Tolerate Poor Soil Conditions
If your garden is generally considered inhospitable for most plants thanks to its dry, sandy soil, this unique-looking pick might be perfect for you.
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Ditch The Bird Bath: Attract Bees And Butterflies With This Clever DIY
Bird baths, while offering a place for birds to drink, can be difficult for bees and butterflies to use. Instead, try out this easy DIY water dish to help.
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Not Brick, Not Pavers: The Garden Edging Idea You Can DIY For Less
Bricks can be quite cheap, but there’s another garden edging material that can be practically free, and the result is functional as well as decorative.
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12 Tomato Growing Tips Every Beginner Needs For A Successful First Harvest
Our master gardener shares their best tips to help beginner gardeners get a successful tomato harvest, including how to prep soil and select the best seedlings.
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Not Banana Peels Or Coffee Grounds: The Kitchen Scrap You Can Add To Your Compost
When you think of kitchen composting, food scraps and coffee grounds may spring to mind. However, there's another item in your kitchen you can compost, too.
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What To Do If You Find Black Ash On Your Tree Leaves
If you notice a substance that looks like ash or soot on your trees, it's likely not the result of a fire. Instead, you're probably dealing with pests.
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Not Misting: Amazon Has A Solution To Keep Hanging Flower Baskets Hydrated In The Summer Heat
Caring for your hanging flower baskets the right way is worth it for the color they bring to your yard. Try this Amazon solution if yours are dehydrated.
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The Hack To Keep Your Garden Colorful, Even When Plants Aren't Blooming
With careful planning and an understanding of how colors go together, this simple, practical hack ensures that your garden pops with color all year round.
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Not Sweet Alyssum Nor Petunias: Attract Butterflies With A Fast-Growing Flower For Pots
Sweet alyssum and petunias will attract butterflies, but this fast-growing alternative can do just as well and functions great when planted in a pot, too.
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Goodbye Traditional Bird Baths — There's A Hobby Lobby Find That Can Be Stored Easily
Traditional bird baths can be heavy and hard to move. If you need to rearrange your garden layout frequently, you might try this Hobby Lobby find instead.
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17 Indoor Plants That Bring Bold Summer Colors To Your Home
If you want to incorporate more color into your home, adding bright houseplants is a subtle yet impactful way to go. These 17 summery plants are great options.
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16 Heat-Tolerant Perennials To Plant In June And July For Blooms Into Fall
Summer heat doesn't have to leave your garden looking worn out and tired when certain perennial choices are built to thrive through the hottest months.
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Don't Toss Old Nursery Pots, Use Them To Attract Beneficial Insects To The Garden
There are many beneficial insects that you can attract to your garden to help control populations of bad bugs. This simple project helps protect them.
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Not Food Scraps, Not Paper: The Bizarre Item You Could Be Adding To Your Garden Compost
Food scraps and paper aren't the only compost ingredients worth considering, and one unusual household item could help your garden in surprising ways.
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The Grass-Like Ground Cover That Will Help Keep Weeds Out Of Your Flower Beds
No one wants to spend hours pulling weeds when they start to sprout. Using this ground cover adds beauty and weed-suppressing properties to your landscape.
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The Gardening Shoes On Amazon That Double As A Stylish Fashion Statement
Garden footwear usually prioritizes function over appearance, but one popular Amazon pick is getting attention for reasons that go beyond muddy chores.
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The Big-Leafed Plant That Could Replace Hostas — It's Fuss-Free And Full Shade-Tolerant
Everyone loves hostas for their big, bold leaves and interesting color options, but this unique plant isn't just beautiful, it's also deer-resistant.
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Not Hoya, Not Gardenia: This Fragrant Plant Brings A Tropical Touch Inside With An Easy Hack
These tropical trees can grow anywhere if potted and brought inside for the winter — and they even produce a fragrant, delicious fruit.
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The Fragrant, Fast-Growing Privacy Plant For A Secluded Backyard
Plant this abundantly blooming shrub with a heady scent along your boundary and you'll have a dense hedge in no time. Plus, it couldn't be easier to care for.
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How To Deadhead Daylilies For Nonstop Blooms
Daylilies do fine without deadheading, but trimming spent blooms improves aesthetics and promotes reblooming. However, you need to use the right technique.
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Is There Any Way To Tell How Big The Plant You Bought Will Get?
While there's no way to see into the future to predict the size of your plant, these clever tips can help you get a rough estimate before planting.
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The First Thing You Need To Do With The Dead Opossum In Your Yard
If you come across an opossum in your yard that's still, seemingly not breathing, and laying on its side, these are the steps you should take next.
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The Only Tree You Need To Make Your Patio Or Porch Smell Good
Having a relaxing porch or patio can be enhanced by beautiful floral scents. There is one tree that can make your area smell good all on its own.
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The Hosta Companion Plant That Creates A Fragrant And Lush Look
Hostas are perhaps the first plant that comes to mind when you think of a shade garden, but to really make the space pop, consider adding this companion.
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What Does The Deer Symbol On A Plant Tag Mean?
If you live in a neighborhood with tons of deer around, paying attention to the deer symbol when you’re shopping for new plants is key — here’s why.
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Not Paper Towel Rolls: The Alternative Kitchen Garbage To Add To Your Compost
You've probably heard paper towel rolls can be composted, but there are some other popular disposable backyard party items you can chuck onto the pile, too.
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What's The Average Lifespan Of A Cobblestone Driveway?
Cobblestone driveways have remained popular for generations thanks to their durability, timeless appearance, and ability to handle harsh weather conditions.
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