Keeping backyard visitors occupied doesn't always mean adding another gadget. One native plant may shift the balance while adding color and wildlife appeal.
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With golden colors that are perfect for attracting pollinators, this plant will beautify your space with glorious summer vibes, especially if planted in pots.
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These flowers have generously sized blooms with layers of fluffy petals, similar to peonies. However, they’re easy enough even for beginner gardeners to grow.
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Some invertebrates can be good for gardens, but they're not the only ones. This fascinating mammal will enrich and aerate soil and wipe out common pests.
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From adding a fountain to using the right products and gadgets, there are plenty of ways to keep mosquitoes away this summer, plus a few methods to avoid.
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Looking to add a uniquely textured touch to your yard? Egg cartons can be turned into unique pavers in a DIY that will give your yard that personalized touch.
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If your hostas are getting a little lonely, it might be time to plant them a new friend. Find some of the best options with this roundup of 15 prime picks.
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This native shrub features sweet-smelling white flowers, and unlike hydrangeas, it rarely requires watering and won’t wilt in a drought. Here’s what to know.
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As a permaculture specialist who loves tomatoes, I'd choose this companion plant over bare soil any day of the week, especially if you're worried about weeds.
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We often think of pruning that is done in winter or early spring, before new buds appear. But a light June trim on this colorful perennial can work wonders.
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Concrete walls might be the default for creating a private patio, but it doesn't mean you have to use them. Use your green thumb to get creative with screening.
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Pepper plants do not always respond well to heavy pruning, especially early in the season when strong roots and healthy stems still need to develop.
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Spotting a charcoal-like lump on the trunk of a favorite tree is going to cause any gardener distress. What you do about it depends on how severe the issue is.
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This evergreen flowering shrub keeps its leaves through winter and reblooms from spring to fall, making it a colorful hydrangea alternative.
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Want to make your marigold blooms last for even longer? Try changing up the way you fertilize them. Here's what to know about caring for marigolds.
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Pot plant stains on concrete result from minerals, tannins, or fertilizers in water. The porous surface absorbs them. Treating the problem is, thankfully, easy.
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If you need a place to store your lawn mower, but don't want the expense or hassle of buying, then this DIY pallet project may be just what you're looking for.
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Cultivating wild plants at home provides more than pretty flowers or foliage. Legumes like this drought-hardy species improve soil and feed visiting critters.
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Turf requires much less maintenance than real grass, but it doesn't last forever. Here's how long you can expect to go before needing a replacement.
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Is that new green growth a sign of a flourishing garden? Or troublesome weeds? With these easy DIY garden tags, you'll never have to question what you planted.
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Succulents are low-maintenance, but their soil doesn’t last forever. Learn how often it should be replaced and what signs to watch for.
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The solution to your pest problem might involve a trip to your local plant nursery instead of the cleaning product aisle of a grocery store. Here's how.
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The soil in potted plants doesn't have any natural aerators, like worms. Instead, you need to aerate the soil manually. How often depends on a few factors.
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This easy-to-grow plant features tubular flowers that hummingbirds and butterflies love. And unlike bee balm and honeysuckle, it doesn’t require full sun.
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One low-maintenance tree’s benefits extend beyond straightforward care to include distinct, multifaceted wildlife benefits and drought-tolerance.
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Many gardeners think of ferns as the go-to shade-loving ground cover, but this option features broad, variegated leaves and tall flowers for a different look.
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Are you a bit of a lazy gardener, but still want to grow flowers for hummingbirds? If yes, consider this vine with abundant red flowers hummers can't resist.
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