Ditch Landscape Fabric: There's A Common Yard Scrap To Use Instead
Reusing this yard scrap is not only natural and eco-friendly, but it's also free. That said, you'll need to make sure it's free of chemicals and weed seeds.
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Do You Need To Pick Up Dog Poop Before Mowing Your Lawn?
It might seem like the decent thing to do, but is scooping before mowing necessary? Your lawn, mower, and even your health may have a stake in the answer.
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Easier Than A Watering Can: The Amazon Find That Gives Plants A Good Soak In Summer Heat
Keeping your plants hydrated might be the most essential key to a thriving garden, and one Amazon find can make watering a breeze, even in hot temperatures.
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There's No Need For Traditional Birdbaths With These Best-Selling Amazon Alternatives
The typical stone birdbath is fine for some, but these unique baths will please your avian visitors while adding some unique decor to your garden.
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This Quick Maintenance Step Keeps Mulch Looking 10x Fresher Year-Round
One simple garden maintenance habit can keep landscape beds looking cleaner while helping prevent common problems caused by heavy rain and compacted mulch.
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Not Milkweed Or Coneflower: The Sunny Annual Flower Perfect For Hanging Baskets
Milkweed and coneflower may be popular, but they're not ideal for baskets. This South African native offers easy care, trailing foliage, and dainty blooms.
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How To Identify A Snapping Turtle In Your Yard
All turtles are able to snap, but not every turtle is a snapping turtle. You can identify the two most common species by their shell, head shape, and behaviors.
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What The Color Red Means In Flower Beds (& It's Not Just Love)
Outside of the West, red flowers have several different meanings that have nothing to do with romantic love, such as prosperity. Here’s how to incorporate them.
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Goodbye, Messy Garden Tools: The Easy DIY For A Cheaper Outdoor Storage Solution
Have too many garden tools piling up in your shed? Don't reach for any organizer — turn a barrel into an easy DIY project that will keep them together.
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Easier Than A Screwdriver: The Better Tool For Removing Weeds From Gravel Driveways
Pulling weeds from the root with a screwdriver is almost impossible. Luckily, this similar-looking tool is designed to reach the roots and pull them out.
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Why Do Gardeners Put A Bar Of Soap Near Tomato Plants — And Should You Try It?
For fresh, healthy tomatoes each year, some gardeners swear by placing a bar of soap in their garden. Here's why and if it's a good idea for you.
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Mistakes Everyone Makes When Cleaning & Maintaining Tools
From what products you use to clean your tools to how you store them, avoid making these mistakes to ensure your gardening tools stay in good shape.
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How To Repel Spider Mites With A Citrusy Essential Oil They Can't Stand
Sticky webs and stippled leaves are just the start of spider mite damage. A spritz of this bright-smelling essential oil will make them flee from your garden.
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Better Than A Typical Shovel: The Garden Tool That Makes Digging In Rocky Soil Easier
Digging through rocky soil can be a huge pain for the average gardener, but this heavy-duty tool will make light work of stubborn rocks and small boulders.
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IKEA's Outdoor Storage Solution Is A Versatile Alternative To Your Old Shed
Looking to replace that old, falling-apart shed with something more stylish? This IKEA find can be customized to fit your needs and look good while doing it.
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9 Clever Tips To Keep Pesky Ants Out Of Your Hummingbird Feeders
Stop ants from invading (and contaminating) hummingbird feeders with these smart tips that combine a mix of physical barriers and maintenance best practices.
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The Lawn Mower Task To Do In August To Keep It Running Smoothly
Your lawn mower requires consistent maintenance to keep it working well -- and this one crucial task will help you work efficiently for the rest of the year.
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How Often Should You Dethatch Your Lawn?
If you think you're not dethatching your lawn enough because it's been years, that's not necessarily the case. It all depends on the size of the thatch layer.
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Start Mulching With Banana Peels And Watch Your Plants Flourish
Rather than bury banana peels whole, or steep banana peel tea, this method gives banana peels time to develop into something that will work with the soil.
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Three Types Of Leafy Greens To Start Planting Before August Is Over
With store-bought salads posing a safety concern, there's no better time to start an edible garden, and August is just the month to plant these popular greens.
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More Distinct Than Wood: The Fence Material To Give A Charming Patina
This fence material develops its look over time. While weathering on other surfaces can make them look old, it is not the case with this particular metal alloy.
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The Blue Flower To Plant In August For A Beautiful Spring Garden
If you want to see stunning blue blooms in your yard this upcoming spring, then now is the time to plant some seeds and prep for your future garden.
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What's The Difference Between Growing Yams And Sweet Potatoes?
It's likely that what you think is a "yam" in the U.S. really isn't a yam at all. This is where the biggest difference between sweet potatoes and yams begins.
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Is Pasta Water The Secret To Great Tomato Fertilizer? Here's The Truth
If you're thinking your tomato plants could do with a helping of starchy pasta water, hold for a moment. There's a cooking caveat you need to aware of first.
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Be Warned: The Beautiful Rose Variety That May Attract Ticks To Your Yard
The multiflora rose grows in over 40 states, and is listed as noxious or invasive in nearly 32% of them. The shrub grows into thickets, perfect for ticks.
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Beyond Deadheading: Here's How To Get Bigger Peony Blooms Next Season
When your peony blooms have died back, there are a few things you can do to get your plant ready for bountiful and colorful blossoms next spring.
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Add Some Texture: The Velvety Annual For Your Container Garden
No two container gardens are the same, though many will grow this velvety subshrub. With silvery-white leaves, this plant complements any color combination.
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