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  • a gardener cradles strawberries in a greenhouse

    The Perfect Companion Flower For Strawberries That Glows In The Garden

    Strawberries aren't too hard to grow, but they can still use a good boost every now and then — and this gorgeous companion flower will provide just that.

    By Annette Hird 2 hours ago Read More
  • a large flock of pigeons gathered together

    Naturally Deter Pigeons By Growing This Fresh-Smelling Herb

    Pigeon problems getting you down? Keep these unwelcome birds away from your backyard by planting one strong-smelling — and delicious — herb.

    By R. A. Fletcher 4 hours ago Read More
  • Modern luxury villa with a luminous swimming pool at twilight

    Ditch Your Dark Yard Or Patio With A Stylish Lighting Solution From Amazon

    If you're in need of an aesthetic way to keep your outdoor space illuminated at night, check out this light on Amazon that has multiple settings to choose from.

    By Aleem Ahmad 5 hours ago Read More
  • A non-flowering hibiscus shrub in the garden

    Hibiscus Shrub Not Blooming Yet? Here's When To Expect It To

    If you've taken good care of your hibiscus plants but aren't yet enjoying the benefits of their blooms, have some patience and read up on what may be happening.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 7 hours ago Read More
  • Red and blue buckets sitting on a wood pallet outdoors.

    Turn Old Paint Buckets Into A Functional Raised Planter For Your Yard

    Plants aren't picky about where their container comes from, even old paint buckets. This easy tiered planter can be customized for small and large spaces.

    By Alia Hoyt 13 hours ago Read More
  • A person carrying items to an outdoor compost bin.

    Not Toilet Paper Tubes: The Personal Care Bathroom Staple To Add To Compost

    You can compost toilet tubes, loofahs, and cotton balls, but there's another monthly all-natural bathroom product that you may be able to add to the pile, too.

    By Masie O'Toole 15 hours ago Read More
  • A deer stands in a garden full of rocks, hostas, and other foliage and flowering plants.

    The Hosta Companion Flower That Resists Deer And Rabbits

    Is your patch of hostas plagued by hungry herbivores? The solution may lie in planting a barrier with a feathery plant that these critters hate the taste of.

    By Lisa Davis 16 hours ago Read More
  • A person pouring a paper bag of seeds into their hand in front of four pots filled with soil

    Save Extra Seeds From Spoiling With An Easy Solution That's Practically Free

    Garden seeds can be stored for a few years if stored properly, but this easy hack can double their shelf life — and you may not need to spend money to do it.

    By Katharine Hansen 16 hours ago Read More
  • Driveway and lawn with no edging

    Not Brick Not Pavers: Amazon Has A Stone-Like Alternative For Your Driveway Edging

    Creating a cleaner driveway border doesn't always require brick or pavers. An inexpensive Amazon alternative is drawing attention for its look and ease of use.

    By Aleem Ahmad 17 hours ago Read More
  • A man building a retaining wall

    Ditch Retaining Walls And Meet The Living Solution That Prevents Erosion In A Sloped Yard

    Sloped yards can be challenging to work with, but if you don't want to rely on a retaining wall, there's a surprisingly simple solution to your issues.

    By Bob Beacham 17 hours ago Read More
  • A person holding a scrubbie in one hand washes the glass pot lid with a black handle in the kitchen sink.

    Reuse An Old Pot Lid To Create A Rustic Bird Feeder On A Budget

    It's easy to repurpose a broken pot into, say, a planter. Transforming an old pot lid into a bird feeder is just as easy with the help of a little hardware.

    By Annette Hird 17 hours ago Read More
  • window box filled with caladiums and other plants

    Not Geraniums, Not Petunias: The Annual Flower That's Great For Your Window Boxes

    Classic container favorites aren't the only way to create a colorful display. One low-maintenance plant offers bold foliage and thrives where others struggle.

    By Megan Newton 18 hours ago Read More
  • A pathway in a park with green grass that has died at the path edges.

    Why The Grass Along Your Driveway Edging Is Turning Brown (& How To Revive It)

    Have you noticed the grass lining your driveway is brown while the rest of your grass is green? The reason is pretty straightforward and we have a perfect fix.

    By Jo Plumridge 18 hours ago Read More
  • A hummingbird drinking from a pink flower

    Not Ordinary Cosmos: The Eye-Catching Variety That Hummingbirds Just Love

    Cosmos flowers are known for their vibrant beauty and low maintenance. A particular variety brings a jolt of color to the garden that hummingbirds can't resist.

    By Baylee Bunce 19 hours ago Read More
  • A person's hands in blue gardening gloves using garden trimmers to remove a tomato side shoot.

    The DIY Fertilizer Hack To Try When You Prune Tomatoes

    Clever gardeners are always looking for ways to reduce waste while making their garden healthier. This simple fertilizer hack may help your tomatoes thrive.

    By Amanda Weir 19 hours ago Read More
  • A North American native red-spotted purple butterfly rests on a wooden deck railing with a lawn in the background.

    Not Black-Eyed Susans: The Elegant, Blooming Plant Pollinators Can't Resist

    Black-eyed Susans are a go-to plant for pollinator gardens. Tired of them? Consider this iris-family plant from South Africa that bees and butterflies love.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 19 hours ago Read More
  • A person prepares a driveway for gravel in a residential front yard.

    Ditch Gravel Driveways: The Slip-Resistant Concrete Design That Looks Elegant

    Gravel is a rustic and affordable driveway material, but it also has downsides, like weeds. Consider another, arguably better option made of concrete instead.

    By Suzanne Bonnett 20 hours ago Read More
  • Lots of honeybees flying into a series of wooden hives.

    Love The Bees? The Blooming Vine You Don't Want In Your Garden

    Like native bees, honeybees are ecological helpers in our gardens. To encourage them, avoid planting this flowering vine because it puts them at risk of death.

    By Annette Hird 20 hours ago Read More
  • Two people standing outside and dumping food scraps into a bin for composting

    Not Paper, Not Coffee Grounds: The Unexpected Household Item To Add To Compost After Using

    While fruit peels and coffee grounds are commonly understood to be good additions to compost, it might surprise you that this item can be added in, too.

    By Taylor Freitas 21 hours ago Read More
  • A person wearing gloves puts a green mesh produce bag into a black trash sack held open by another person wearing gloves.

    Don't Toss Mesh Produce Bags — Use Them As Garden Support With A DIY Solution

    Do you grow fruiting vines? It's worth setting aside all the mesh produce bags you get in your weekly grocery shop for this cost-saving, supportive garden hack.

    By Nancy Schaffer 21 hours ago Read More
  • A woman in yellow household gloves is holding potting soil in her palms before transplanting a plant

    Replacing Soil Does More Than Refresh The Potting Mix

    It's not enough to merely maintain the water and sunlight schedule of your potted plants, as there's a whole other world to regulate in the soil underneath.

    By Aleem Ahmad 22 hours ago Read More
  • Houses next to a sloped green yard with retaining walls

    Skip The Retaining Walls: There's Another Solution For Sloped Yards

    Pooling water can be a nuisance with any sloped area of your yard or garden, but a retaining wall isn't the only answer. Try this cheaper solution.

    By Brooke Younger 22 hours ago Read More
  • Orange butterfly on white flowers.

    Skip The Flowers: Attract Butterflies With A Kitchen Scrap They'd Be Thrilled To Find

    Want to give the butterflies in your yard a gift they'll love? This common produce (which might already be hiding in your fridge) is ideal for butterfly food.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 23 hours ago Read More
  • Woman and child tending a raised garden bed

    Say Goodbye To Ugly Weeds In Your Raised Garden Beds With An Eco-Friendly Solution

    Landscape fabric is one of the most common ways to prevent weeds in raised garden beds, but it's far from eco-friendly — try this solution instead.

    By Katy Willis 23 hours ago Read More
  • Two woman with a shopping cart shop for flowering annuals in a covered plant nursery.

    Not Begonias, Not Impatiens: The Annual Flower That Can Take The Heat In The Garden

    You fill your garden beds with flowering annuals only to have them wilt mid-summer. Ditch the usual species for this heat-loving pink pom-pom-covered cultivar.

    By Lisa Davis 1 day ago Read More
  • Garden slug munching on leaves

    Not Tape Or Mesh: There's A Better Copper Hack To Keep Slugs Out Of The Garden

    According to some corners of the internet, copper can be used to deter slugs in the garden, but adding another component can send slugs running with a jolt.

    By Alia Hoyt 1 day ago Read More
  • Garden bed with flowers and gravel mulch.

    Gravel May Be More Reliable Than Wood Mulch In Your Yard. Here's Why

    Considering wood mulch for your yard or garden? Depending on factors like soil needs and weather, using gravel might actually be a wiser choice.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 1 day ago Read More
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