Turn Yard Waste Into Mulch That Can Help Grow Bigger, Juicier Tomatoes
Tomato plants thrive with the right mulch, and one budget-friendly option sitting in your yard can help improve soil and retain moisture naturally.
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Turn An Old Basketball Into A Unique Bird Feeder For Your Yard
All you need is a few simple tools and materials to turn that old basketball that’s been sitting in the garage for years into unique, quirky garden decor.
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Turn An Old Button-Down Shirt Into A Unique Hanging Planter For Your Garden
While many DIYers have used fabric scraps to make their own hanging planters, this unique craft involves using an entire button-down shirt as a base.
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Costco's May 2026 Deal: The Shed That's A Thousand Dollars Off This Month
If you're looking to upgrade your backyard storage on a budget, this limited time deal from Costco will allow you to save $1,000 on a DIY wood shed kit.
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The Popular Crabgrass Weed Killer That May Do Your Lawn More Harm Than Good
While this common weed killer will kill crabgrass, if you're not careful with its application, you could end up doing major damage to your grass.
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The Candy-Looking Vine That Will Fill Your Yard With Hummingbirds
This vine has vibrant blooms that resemble tasty treats, and it's ideal for trellises or hanging baskets. Better yet, it attracts pollinators like hummingbirds.
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The Low-Maintenance Tree That Attracts Hummingbirds & Butterflies To Your Yard
This U.S. native tree is an incredibly fast grower, and once it establishes itself, its pretty flowers act as bait and a food source for visiting pollinators.
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The Hosta Companion Plant That Boosts Soil And Creates A Lush Look
Hostas are wonderful companion plants for many beautiful species that tolerate quite a bit of shade, but this stunning combo is also mutually beneficial.
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The Easy Solution To Keep Grass From Sticking To Your Lawn Mower Tires
Mowing the lawn is already a laborious task as is. Make it easier by doing this chore at the right time of day to avoid grass adhering to the tires.
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The Birdbath Mistake That's Keeping Birds Away
Birdbaths may seem like simple garden features, but if you want them to actually work, you need to stick to a few rules when choosing one for your backyard.
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Make Big Changes To Your Yard And Garden With These 12 Genius Cardboard Box Hacks
If you have a pile of cardboard boxes, don't toss them in the recycle bin. Instead, go for one of these creative hacks to help around the garden and yard.
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Why Are My Lilac Leaves Turning Yellow?
Yellowing leaves on your lilac shrub can be alarming, and there are many possible reasons it could be happening. Here, we break down the common causes.
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20 Creative Ways To Repurpose Old Fence Posts Around Your Home And Yard
If it's time to replace your fence, you may still have a lot of pieces sturdy enough for a second life as decor around your home and garden.
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12 Creative Ways To Repurpose Old Golf Tees Around The House And Garden
Wait! Don't throw away those used golf tees at the end of the season or if they're showing some signs of wear. We have some creative ways to repurpose them.
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The Deer-Resistant Fern Variety That Makes An Excellent Ground Cover
Some ground cover plants struggle against hungry deer, but this shade-loving fern brings dense growth and low-maintenance appeal to damp landscapes.
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The Fiery Type Of Zinnia That Thrives In The Heat And Blooms All Summer Long
This zinnia species is even more heat-tolerant than most, since it’s native to a hot, dry climate. Plus, it comes in a rainbow of colors.
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Ditch The Plastic And Dirt: There's A Better Way To Fill Large Planters
Large planters can make a gorgeous statement in your decor, but filling them with soil for shallow-rooted plants is unnecessary. Try out this hack instead.
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28 Cascading Ground Covers To Fill Window Boxes For Added Beauty
Cascading plants can transform ordinary window boxes into layered displays full of texture, color, and movement while helping containers look fuller.
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This Gardener's Upcycle Project Uses An Item You Usually Toss: 'A Fantastic Hack'
This item often ends up in the trash or the back of your lingerie drawer, but with this DIY, you can use it to make your gardening experience more comfortable.
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What It Means When Your Spider Plant's Leaves Turn Yellow (And How To Fix It)
You were promised an easygoing, beginner-friendly houseplant, so why is your spider plant turning yellow? Improper care is just one possible explanation.
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The Fast-Growing Shrub That'll Easily Fill Bare Garden Spots And Add Curb Appeal
While it is considered invasive in some states, this quick-growing plant can add a ton of color to empty areas seemingly as soon as its planted.
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Keep Carpenter Bees Away From Your Deck Or Porch With Clever Nesting Alternatives
Carpenter bees can be a nuisance, but they're also valuable pollinators. Deter them without using pesticides with these easy nesting tricks.
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Add Color To A Summer Garden With A Drought-Resistant Flower Hummingbirds Love
This colorful flower thrives in warm areas filled with sunlight. If you want to attract more hummingbirds, we suggest planting quite a lot of them.
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How To Upcycle An Old Nursery Pot To Keep Garden Twine Tangle-Free
Keeping your twine handy while in the garden has never been easier than with this viral hack. All you need to prevent tangling is an old nursery pot.
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11 Invasive Pests Homeowners & Gardeners Are Seeing Everywhere In 2026
From certain types of ants to the dreaded cockroach, these pests are on the rise in 2026. Here's how to identify them and how to keep them at bay.
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Grow This Colorful Flower In Pots & Watch Hummingbirds And Butterflies Flock To Your Yard
If you’re looking for more pollinator-attracting plants, this flower thrives in containers and can help entice more butterflies and hummingbirds to visit.
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What To Do With Marigolds In May For A More Successful Summer Garden
Marigolds are generally low-maintenance flowers that are very beneficial in the garden. If you want the best blooms, however, do this task in May.
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