This shrub is one of the first to turn green in spring, followed by flowers and drupes that turn black in fall. Its introduction dates back to the 19th century.
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Many people seal their wooden raised garden beds to prevent water damage and rot. But an alternative to sealing can make the garden beds last even longer.
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Proper spacing for seeds is key to their development in soil. This tool helps make evenly spacing out cells for those seeds to grow in quick and accurate.
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Unlike mums, the purple of this plant doesn't appear in its blooms but rather along the edges of its leaves. The purple growth shimmers almost like pixie dust.
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Give beneficial insects more places to shelter with a surprisingly simple garden DIY that uses inexpensive materials you may already have around the yard.
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Whether in containers on a balcony or in-ground beds in the backyard, growing your own food is a big investment, costing more money and time than you'd expect.
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Do you just buy any weed killer from your local hardware store? You're doing your garden a disservice. Knowing which herbicides tackle which weeds is vital.
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Don't let old or broken bird feeders go to waste; repurpose them around your home and garden to make DIY decor items, useful storage solutions, and much more.
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Healthy grass shouldn't cost a fortune. With patience and a little bit of muscle, this spike aerator from Home Depot can bring results for just under $30.
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The purpose of mulch? Among the reasons, holding on to moisture and suppressing weeds. Given this, you might consider growing this perennial as a living mulch.
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If you need to sharpen your hedge shears, Lowe's has a sharpening tool that can get your cutters back into fighting shape with hardly any hassle.
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While this tool is described as "mini," it's also capable of various gardening tasks. Weeding is one, but there's also raking, scraping grass, and aeration.
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Zero-turn lawnmowers can costs thousands of dollars. That's the case even with Tractor Supply's cheapest offerings, but they're generally highly-rated.
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Bird baths are similar to bird feeders in that certain colors can help attract more visitors. Further, some colors are more associated with specific species.
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People with chronic pain, arthritis, or other physical limitations may be more frustrated than most by the chore of pulling weeds. But there's an easy solution.
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It can be tempting to reach for the garden hose when you spot a hornets nest, but there are safer options when it comes to getting rid of the problem.
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Store-bought petunias can go from lush to droopy fast. The problem may have less to do with feeding them and more to do with what's happening inside the pot.
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If you're trying to tackle weeds in your yard only to find that your weed eater line keeps breaking, here are some ways to prevent that from happening.
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You're already tired of staring at those weeds, but we may have found a simple solution for getting rid of them, depending on your garden needs.
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This Amazon find is the perfect purchase if you are looking to liven up your garden. It will attract bees while also making it look adorable.
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Sometimes, when you're trying to trim back a shrub or a bush, you're thankful you have your trusty pair of garden shears. But shears also aren't always needed.
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Glass bottle stoppers are a chic way to seal your drinks, and they can add even more elegance to your home and garden with these 9 repurposing ideas.
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Clay soil has poor structure making it hard for water and microbes alike to move through the soil. However, adding this amendment material can make it worse.
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No gardener likes massive weeding projects, with hours of being hunched pulling weeds out one by one. This simple solution clears weeds and brush quickly.
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Climbing hydrangeas are beautiful on brick walls, but since they’re not native to the U.S., they’re not very popular with local pollinators. This vine is.
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Using Roundup at the wrong time can reduce its effectiveness and risk damage to nearby plants. Weather conditions play a bigger role than you might think.
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Bees pollinate most of the flowers in our gardens. Encourage native renter bees to stick around with this bee house that's as easy to make as it is adorable.
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