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  • Woman feeding hummingbirds out of a handheld feeder

    Do Hummingbirds Remember People Who Feed Them?

    If you've been feeding the hummingbirds in your yard for quite some time, it's only expected that they should recognize you by now. But can they actually?

    By Sakshi Khaitan 16 min ago Read More
  • Black composting bin in the corner of a yard

    Better Looking Than Bins: The Costco Alternative For Making Compost That Holds 111 Gallons

    This Costco composter is not only more attractive than standard bins, but it also produces more compost, more quickly, and without any turning needed.

    By Carrie Elizabeth Bradon 1 hour ago Read More
  • A person using an angle grinder to clean up a fence post.

    Gardener Transforms Fence Scrap Into A Beautiful Garden Bed With An Impressive DIY

    In need of more space to grow pretty flowering plants or vegetables? You can easily DIY a large, high-quality wooden garden bed from old fence posts and slats.

    By Annette Hird 3 hours ago Read More
  • An adult female Lone Star tick sticks one leg in the air while resting on a grass stem.

    How To Reduce Ticks In Your Yard With A Pretty White Flower

    If you're regularly troubled by ticks, you can supplement your existing defenses by growing and using a pretty, white-flowering perennial daisy in your garden.

    By Ellen Douglas 4 hours ago Read More
  • Person filling a plastic feeder with bird seeds

    How Long Does An Open Bag Of Bird Seed Really Last Before It Goes Bad?

    A lot of commercially purchased bird seed packets don't come with a printed expiry date. Which makes one wonder how long they are safe to use after opening.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 5 hours ago Read More
  • A gardener using stones to mulch a shaded garden bed

    Keep Weeds Out Of Your Shaded Garden Beds With A Polished Stone That Looks Sleek

    Weeds still grow in shaded gardens; preventing them usually means laying down mulch. A lack of sun means you can get creative with attractive mulch materials.

    By Daniel Warden 6 hours ago Read More
  • person weeding in garden

    7 Great Strategies For Removing Weeds And 7 That Aren't Worth Your Time

    There are a ton of weed control methods out there, but are they all actually effective? We break down which are and aren't worth a try, as well as any caveats.

    By Gwen Swanson 6 hours ago Read More
  • A person wearing a brown apron holds a large and small terracotta pot in their hands.

    Turn Terracotta Pots Into The Cutest Lighting Idea For Your Backyard

    With a bit of paint and some stake-style solar lights, you can transform terracotta pots into garden lights inspired by one of the world's most beloved bugs.

    By Sarah Dirks 8 hours ago Read More
  • person in yellow rain boots standing on grass with golden autumn trees in background

    The Ornamental Grass With Retro '80s Vibes That Thrives In Damp, Soggy Soil

    If you're looking for a little bit of green to add to your soggy yard or garden, this grass-like plant adds a bit of life and grows happily in wet soil.

    By Megan Newton 9 hours ago Read More
  • A garden path at night with a light illuminating the path.

    Skip The Store-Bought Lights: Brighten Garden Paths With Chic Lanterns Made From Milk Jugs

    Want to add some whimsy to the pathways around your home but are on a budget? Follow this easy DIY tutorial to transform plastic milk jugs into floral lanterns.

    By Kimberley Spinney 10 hours ago Read More
  • A yellow eastern goldfinch perched on a wooden stick.

    No More Traditional Bird Feeders — The Home Depot Find That Attracts Finches To Your Yard

    Not every bird feeder attracts the same species. This popular Home Depot option uses a finch-friendly design that could help bring more birds into your yard.

    By Amanda Weir 14 hours ago Read More
  • Woman building a wooden bench

    Gardener Transforms Glass Blocks Into An Incredibly Easy-To-Build Garden Bench

    With 4 glass blocks and a few other materials, you can build a simple two-tier garden bench that is functional and stylish. Here's how to build it.

    By Carrie Elizabeth Bradon 1 day ago Read More
  • A person washing rice in a bowl

    Give This Garden Vegetable A Boost With Rice Water Fertilizer

    Seasoned gardeners swear by the benefits of rice water for plants. And if you use them on this vegetable, it leads to bigger fruits and stronger roots.

    By Masie O'Toole 1 day ago Read More
  • An orange and black lawnmower being pushed across a yard.

    Sharpen Mower Blades Just About Anywhere With A Handheld Find From Amazon

    Mower blades can be tough to sharpen, especially if you tend to take your mower to different places. But a portable tool from Amazon can help with that.

    By Aleem Ahmad 1 day ago Read More
  • A butterfly sitting among clusters of hydrangea blooms

    You Don't Need Hydrangeas: There's An Ornamental Grass That Butterflies Love

    Despite their showy blooms, hydrangeas aren't exactly the best plants for attracting butterflies. This low-maintenance ornamental is a surprising alternative.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 1 day ago Read More
  • Person using a yellow rake to gather a pile of dead leaves in a field.

    Say Goodbye To Traditional Rakes: The Easy-To-Use Tool On Amazon That Stores So Easily

    Traditional rakes can be awkward to store, but an adjustable Amazon gardening tool offers a compact design and convenient features for handling yard cleanup.

    By Amanda Weir 2 days ago Read More
  • A person plants a shrub along the border of their large lawn to create some privacy.

    Add Privacy To Your Backyard With The Help Of An Easy-Care Fragrant Shrub

    Trying to keep prying eyes out of your backyard? Don't spend lots of money on a fence. This pretty flowering shrub with year-round interest will do the trick.

    By Melody Ip 2 days ago Read More
  • Person removes a large green weed from the dirt with a European garden fork.

    Skip The Standard Garden Fork: The Hand-Crafted European Tool For Weeds

    Garden forks can make quick work of weeds, but they don’t offer much finesse — that’s where this European model, reminiscent of ancient garden forks, comes in.

    By Ellen Merriss 2 days ago Read More
  • A woman wearing gloves plants strawberry seedlings in a garden bed using a trowel.

    Use Old Litter Containers As A Space-Saving Solution For Growing Strawberries

    Does your family go through a ton of store-bought strawberries? Grow these delicious berries at home instead of buying them with a patio-friendly DIY planter.

    By Annette Hird 2 days ago Read More
  • Honey bees entering a human-made hive

    Attract Bees To Your DIY Hive With A Fragrant Essential Oil

    There are benefits to having a beehive on your property, but how do you attract bees to your hive? Luckily, this fragrant essential oil will do the trick.

    By Lucas Coll 2 days ago Read More
  • Seedling sprouting in the sunlight

    The Delicious Dessert The Internet Loves As A Seed Starter (And Why You Should Avoid It)

    According to the internet, ice cream cones are a godsend for your home gardening needs. But is this really a sweet tip, or should you desert this dessert idea?

    By D.G. Sciortino 3 days ago Read More
  • Woman looking at Chrysanthemums in nursery and thinking about buying it.

    Change Up Your Typical Mums For A Pretty Fall Flower That Thrives In Shaded Beds

    This perennial flower thrives in the shade and its blooms last even after the first frost. It is perfect to plant as ground cover or border flowers.

    By Amy Horton 3 days ago Read More
  • A person crouches down to examine a plant in a woodland area.

    This Strange Plant Is Completely White And Has No Chlorophyll At All

    Does your property back onto woodland? There might be a ghost of a plant lurking in the darkness, feeding off the sugars of fungi growing on beech tree roots.

    By Ellen Douglas 3 days ago Read More
  • A person removes a sheet of black landscape fabric from a rocky garden bed.

    Skip The Landscape Fabric For An Eco-Friendly Alternative You Already Have In Your Yard

    Plastic landscape fabric is not great for gardens for many reasons. If you're looking for something that will benefit your plants and soil, try this material.

    By Masie O'Toole 3 days ago Read More
  • A person walks down a dark garden path that doesn't have any lighting.

    Skip Basic String Lights: Brighten Walkways And Garden Paths With DIY Plastic Pipe Lanterns

    String lights are cute, but there are more exciting ways to light paths, like turning PVC pipes into high-end metallic solar lanterns to hang in nearby trees.

    By Trinity Archie 4 days ago Read More
  • A gardener holding a basket of cut flowers bends down to smells a fragrant plant in their cottage garden.

    The Fragrant Herb That Can Grow Up To 8 Feet And Loves Some Shade

    Are you a history buff and have a green thumb? Combine both of these interests by cultivating a shade-loving herb that once graced medieval gardens.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 4 days ago Read More
  • A person holds a green plastic bucket full of weeds in a garden.

    Ditch The Garden Hoe: Remove Weeds With An Easy-To-Use Tool At Home Depot

    There are lots of tools that promise easier and faster weeding, but this product from Amazon does so without having to use much of your strength.

    By Baylee Bunce 4 days ago Read More
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