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  • Wooden table litered with gardening tools, flowers, and pots

    Not Sweet Alyssum Nor Petunias: Attract Butterflies With A Fast-Growing Flower For Pots

    Sweet alyssum and petunias will attract butterflies, but this fast-growing alternative can do just as well and functions great when planted in a pot, too.

    By Aleem Ahmad 16 min ago Read More
  • A large concrete bird bath filled with water in a yard

    Goodbye Traditional Bird Baths — There's A Hobby Lobby Find That Can Be Stored Easily

    Traditional bird baths can be heavy and hard to move. If you need to rearrange your garden layout frequently, you might try this Hobby Lobby find instead.

    By Aleem Ahmad 46 min ago Read More
  • Various people shopping at a plant store with colorful plants

    17 Indoor Plants That Bring Bold Summer Colors To Your Home

    If you want to incorporate more color into your home, adding bright houseplants is a subtle yet impactful way to go. These 17 summery plants are great options.

    By Magdalena Becker 1 hour ago Read More
  • Female hands transplanting catmint in a garden

    16 Heat-Tolerant Perennials To Plant In June And July For Blooms Into Fall

    Summer heat doesn't have to leave your garden looking worn out and tired when certain perennial choices are built to thrive through the hottest months.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 7 hours ago Read More
  • old grey plastic nursery pots

    Don't Toss Old Nursery Pots, Use Them To Attract Beneficial Insects To The Garden

    There are many beneficial insects that you can attract to your garden to help control populations of bad bugs. This simple project helps protect them.

    By Sophie Pell 8 hours ago Read More
  • A person holding a handful of compost with worms and partially decayed material

    Not Food Scraps, Not Paper: The Bizarre Item You Could Be Adding To Your Garden Compost

    Food scraps and paper aren't the only compost ingredients worth considering, and one unusual household item could help your garden in surprising ways.

    By Nina Phillips 9 hours ago Read More
  • A flower bed packed with beautiful, brightly colored blooms

    The Grass-Like Ground Cover That Will Help Keep Weeds Out Of Your Flower Beds

    No one wants to spend hours pulling weeds when they start to sprout. Using this ground cover adds beauty and weed-suppressing properties to your landscape.

    By Bob Beacham 10 hours ago Read More
  • Someone wearing boring garden boots pushing a garden fork into the ground with their foot.

    The Gardening Shoes On Amazon That Double As A Stylish Fashion Statement

    Garden footwear usually prioritizes function over appearance, but one popular Amazon pick is getting attention for reasons that go beyond muddy chores.

    By Aleem Ahmad 10 hours ago Read More
  • Large planting of hostas under trees.

    The Big-Leafed Plant That Could Replace Hostas — It's Fuss-Free And Full Shade-Tolerant

    Everyone loves hostas for their big, bold leaves and interesting color options, but this unique plant isn't just beautiful, it's also deer-resistant.

    By Katharine Hansen 11 hours ago Read More
  • Two women buying plants at a gardening store

    Not Hoya, Not Gardenia: This Fragrant Plant Brings A Tropical Touch Inside With An Easy Hack

    These tropical trees can grow anywhere if potted and brought inside for the winter — and they even produce a fragrant, delicious fruit.

    By Nina Phillips 13 hours ago Read More
  • A large open back yard and deck with a direct view to neighboring houses.

    The Fragrant, Fast-Growing Privacy Plant For A Secluded Backyard

    Plant this abundantly blooming shrub with a heady scent along your boundary and you'll have a dense hedge in no time. Plus, it couldn't be easier to care for.

    By R. A. Fletcher 14 hours ago Read More
  • An abundant patch of blooming daylilies in a garden bed with a concrete bird bath in the background.

    How To Deadhead Daylilies For Nonstop Blooms

    Daylilies do fine without deadheading, but trimming spent blooms improves aesthetics and promotes reblooming. However, you need to use the right technique.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 15 hours ago Read More
  • Woman working in her garden wearing pink gloves

    Is There Any Way To Tell How Big The Plant You Bought Will Get?

    While there's no way to see into the future to predict the size of your plant, these clever tips can help you get a rough estimate before planting.

    By Lisa Davis 16 hours ago Read More
  • Baby opossum hanging on a branch around flowers

    The First Thing You Need To Do With The Dead Opossum In Your Yard

    If you come across an opossum in your yard that's still, seemingly not breathing, and laying on its side, these are the steps you should take next.

    By Lisa Davis 17 hours ago Read More
  • person relaxing on patio in a hammock near plants

    The Only Tree You Need To Make Your Patio Or Porch Smell Good

    Having a relaxing porch or patio can be enhanced by beautiful floral scents. There is one tree that can make your area smell good all on its own.

    By Suzanne Bonnett 17 hours ago Read More
  • A large shade garden with hostas and other plants

    The Hosta Companion Plant That Creates A Fragrant And Lush Look

    Hostas are perhaps the first plant that comes to mind when you think of a shade garden, but to really make the space pop, consider adding this companion.

    By Ellen Douglas 19 hours ago Read More
  • Shoppers looking at plants in a garden center

    What Does The Deer Symbol On A Plant Tag Mean?

    If you live in a neighborhood with tons of deer around, paying attention to the deer symbol when you’re shopping for new plants is key — here’s why.

    By Magdalena Becker 20 hours ago Read More
  • A woman throws vegetable scraps from a woven basket into a compost heap in her backyard.

    Not Paper Towel Rolls: The Alternative Kitchen Garbage To Add To Your Compost

    You've probably heard paper towel rolls can be composted, but there are some other popular disposable backyard party items you can chuck onto the pile, too.

    By Barbara Pavone 21 hours ago Read More
  • cobblestone driveay to home

    What's The Average Lifespan Of A Cobblestone Driveway?

    Cobblestone driveways have remained popular for generations thanks to their durability, timeless appearance, and ability to handle harsh weather conditions.

    By Patti Kaz 21 hours ago Read More
  • A red and black tick perched at the tip of a leaf

    Ditch Pesticides: There's A Beautiful Berry Bush That Can Help Deter Ticks

    This bush’s leaves were traditionally used by farmers to repel ticks, and now there’s scientific evidence to back it — plus, it’s beautiful and easy to grow.

    By Megan Newton 22 hours ago Read More
  • A beautiful, tidy landscape with lots of flowers and ground covers

    The Lemon-Scented Herb You Can Grow As A Ground Cover To Block Out Weeds

    No one wants to spend their free time pulling weeds, which is why we love growing ground covers. This option isn't just pretty, it's aromatic.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 24 hours ago Read More
  • close up of transplanting hosta plants

    How To Fertilize Transplanted Hostas To Boost Root Growth

    Newly transplanted hostas need different kinds of care depending on the season, especially when it comes to encouraging healthy root development.

    By Nancy Schaffer 1 day ago Read More
  • chestnut blight on tree

    What To Do If You Find Orange Gashes In Your Tree Bark

    Orange cankers and cracked bark on chestnut trees may signal a destructive fungal disease that spreads more easily than many homeowners realize.

    By Patti Kaz 1 day ago Read More
  • Man in safety gear using a riding mower in yard.

    How Often Do I Need To Replace A Riding Lawn Mower Battery?

    The lifespan of a lawn mower battery depends, firstly, on the type of battery you have. Other factors, like proper storage, also play a role.

    By Luigi Caler 1 day ago Read More
  • A swarm of mayflies in a backyard.

    What To Do If There's A Sudden Swarm Of Mayflies In Your Yard

    Mayflies are harmless, but that doesn't mean they won't ruin your spring or summer evening outdoors. Tackle them humanely with some simple landscaping fixes.

    By Aleem Ahmad 1 day ago Read More
  • Woman watering plants inside her home with a spray bottle

    Not Just For Kitchen Clutter: The IKEA Rail That Doubles As A Chic Planter

    Reuse this popular IKEA product in a clever way, to hold multiple houseplants and display them in rooms where you otherwise could not keep your greenery.

    By Carrie Elizabeth Bradon 1 day ago Read More
  • A red admiral butterfly with wings outstretched sits on a worn wooden fence post.

    The Sandy-Soil Flower That Attracts Butterflies All Summer & Fall Long

    Trying to cultivate a wildflower or pollinator garden on sandy soil? Plant this pretty native perennial to have butterflies visiting in droves in no time.

    By Annette Hird 1 day ago Read More
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