How To Add Eggshells To Your Compost Without Attracting Pests
Eggshells make a nutrient-dense addition to compost, but sometimes they can attract unwanted visitors. Here are a few steps to take to avoid attracting pests.
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Is Aluminum Foil The Secret Solution To Dull Pruning Shears?
Dull pruning shears can wreak havoc on your trees' branches and plants' stems. But is a sheet of aluminum the answer for a sharper blade? Find out here.
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11 Herbs And Flowers You Should Be Growing Near Zinnias In The Garden
Want to turn your zinnia patch into even more of a show-stopping moment? These are the best plants to position close by for pollinators, pests, and aesthetics.
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The Mulching Trick That Attracts Helpful Spiders To The Garden
Many of us don't want to see spiders inside or outside of our home, but these arachnids can actually be beneficial in the garden. Here's how to attract them.
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The Best Sunflower Varieties For Attracting Birds To Your Garden
In lieu of a bird feeder, or in addition to one, these are the best three sunflower varieties to plant for attracting birds to your garden in the summer.
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Attract This Spider-Eating Hummingbird To Your Yard For Natural Pest Control
This particular hummingbird - which happens to be the most common in the central and Eastern United States - will happily eat up any spiders in your yard.
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The Best Time Of Year To Tame An Overgrown Magnolia Tree
Famous for their sweet flowers, it's surprising to know magnolias are low-maintenance and need little pruning. If yours is overgrown, here's when to prune it.
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The Perfect Ground Cover For Tree Roots That Produces Delicate Pink Flowers
Exposed tree roots aren't just a tripping hazard on your property; they're usually an eyesore, too. To cover the roots, grow this cute ground cover over them.
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The Best Time To Fertilize The Arborvitae Plants In Your Yard
Arborvitaes are beautiful, upright trees that can make a statement standing alone or as a living wall. Here's how to fertilize your trees and what to avoid.
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How To Identify Armyworm Damage & Get Rid Of Them Without Harming Your Leafy Friends
Armyworms are small insects that do big damage in a short amount of time. As the name implies, these caterpillars can ravage your lawn like a swift army.
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Here's What You Can Do With Old Grass Seed
If you have found an old back of grass seed in storage, you may be tempted to toss it in the garbage, but we have some better ideas for that old seed.
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How To Grow Climbing Plants On A Chain Link Fence (& The Best Varieties To Use)
If you'd like to add some greenery to your chain link fence, we've found a variety of plants to choose from and provided tips on how to grow them.
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Watch Cardinals & Other Birds Soar To Your Yard For This Fast-Growing Berry Tree
If you'd like cardinals and other birds to visit your yard more often, then it may be a good idea to introduce this fast-growing berry tree to your property.
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Prevent Ragweed From Taking Over Your Yard By Adopting These Lawn Care Habits
Ragweed can become a pesky enemy of your lawn if you allow it to take over. Luckily, we've found a few tactics you can use to keep it away.
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The Hummingbird-Favorited Flower You Can Overwinter To Enjoy Again In The Summer And Fall
Is it possible to grow a flower that smells and looks like your favorite dessert? This interesting bloom can add sweet aroma while attracting hummingbirds..
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Hummingbirds Adore This Sun-Loving Plant (But Be Careful Where You Grow It)
Many of us plant flowers specifically to attract more hummingbirds, who love this specific one. However, you'll want to be cautious about where you plant it.
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Tips For Harvesting Iris Seeds To Plant And Grow For New Blooms
Irises are a popular garden flower, reproducing readily by cloning themselves underground. For more irises, including hybrids, try harvesting the seeds instead.
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Keep Cats Out Of Your Raised Garden Bed With This Simple Trick
Do you have a cat problem in your raised garden beds? You don't want them creating a litter box near your edible plants. Try this easy trick to keep cats out.
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Why Crocs Are Just As Perfect For The Garden As They Are On Your Feet
If you have an old, worn-down pair of Crocs, don't throw the shoes away. Instead, learn how to use them to make your garden more beautiful and interesting.
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What Is A Pyramid Garden And How Can It Help Your Plants Thrive?
Perfect for small spaces and novice gardeners, a pyramid garden may just be the next big thing when it comes to alternative ways to grow plants.
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15 Climbing Plants Perfect For Your North-Facing Wall (& 7 To Avoid)
Discover 15 beautiful climbing plants that thrive on north-facing walls. Find out which plants to embrace and which to avoid for a stunning vertical garden.
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The Tomato Cage Gardening Trick That'll Make Zinnias Stand Taller
If your zinnias keep falling over, there's a solution involving a tomato cage. Try out this gardening hack to help your tall flowers get the support they need.
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A Mess-Free, Pest-Free Way To Propagate & Maintain Healthy Basil Indoors
Nothing beats homegrown basil. If you want to start a basil plant, here's how you can propagate this beloved herb indoors, sans the mess and the pests.
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This Deer-Resistant Tree Blooms Twice A Year And Makes Any Yard Smell Heavenly
With delicate flowers and a heavenly scent, this small tree is not only resistant to deer, but will also deliver its beautiful blooms to you twice each year.
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If Your Hummingbird Feeder Isn't Attracting Many Visitors, This Is Probably Why
Got a hummingbird feeder but no hummingbirds coming to visit? Your feathered friends need more than just nectar to survive, so see what else you should provide.
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What To Know Before Using Gravel Around Your Backyard Fire Pit
The standard method for DIYing a backyard fire pit seating area involves pouring loose gravel. Is the task as simple as it looks? Here's what you should know.
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