Landscaping

Tricks For Planting Your Potted Mums So They'll Come Back Each Year

Though mums are an autumnal favorite, the plants can actually survive year-round. Use these tips for planting mums for gorgeous blooms every year.

By Peg Aloi Read More

The Hidden Wildlife Dangers Of Raking Up Fallen Leaves In Your Yard

While raking the leaves from your yard could make it look neater, it could also harm local wildlife. Discover why this is the case and what to do instead.

By Tiffany Selvey Read More

This Is Why Yellowjackets Are So Attracted To Your Yard

While yellowjackets can be beneficial to your garden, you don't necessarily want to attract them to your yard. Learn what mistakes to avoid to keep them out.

By Danielle Ramos-Sullivan Read More

How To Get A Lush And Natural Look On Your Landscaping Borders

One way to create natural-looking landscape borders is to bring order to the yard feature. To do so, be selective – and specific – in what you plant.

By Sakshi Khaitan Read More

Will Planting Lavender Really Help Keep Snakes Out Of The Garden?

If you're familiar with insect-repelling plants, you might know that some plants also repel snakes. If you have a snake problem, will lavender do the trick?

By Joanna Marie Read More

Here's Why You Should Be Overseeding With Clover This Fall

If your lawn suffers from weeds and bare spots, overseeding with clover this fall might be the solution you're looking for. Here's why it's great for your lawn.

By Ron Baker Read More

The Big Problem With Using Wood Chips With Your Soil

Using wood chips with your soil can do wonders for your garden. However, wood chips can also cause big problems. Here's why that is and how to employ them.

By Rochelle Heath-Harris Read More

If You Like Purple Fountain Grass, You'll Love It's Fiery Lookalike

Purple fountain grass is undeniably beautiful. However, it can be problematic due to its vigorous growth habit. Instead, try this popular red ornamental grass.

By Joanna Marie Read More

Can Hot Sauce Really Get Rid Of Pesky Weeds?

There are plenty of weed killers on the market that can help make your property beautiful. Is hot sauce the secret weapon to deal with your yard's weeds?

By Rochelle Heath-Harris Read More

Prevent Bee Balm From Taking Over Your Garden With These Helpful Tips

While bee balm is a beautiful and beneficial plant to have in your garden, its aggressive habit can cause problems. Use these tips to help control its spread.

By Kate Nicholson Read More

The Simple Tip That Prevents Heavy Rain From Washing Garden Soil Onto Your Patio

Inclement weather can wreak untold damage to your garden. Check out this simple hack that prevents heavy rain from washing garden soil onto your patio.

By V Bawa Read More

How To Find The Right Landscaper For Your Yard's Weeds, According To A Professional Gardening Coach

Are weeds in your yard causing you stress? You don't need to take it all on yourself. Here's what one landscaping pro suggests doing instead.

By Kyle Schurman Read More

What A Memory Garden Is & Why The Flowers Are So Important

Memory gardens serve as a place to remember time spent with loved ones. Learn about these flowers with symbolic meanings that you may want to include in yours.

By Zara M. Read More

The Worst Garden Pests You'll Want To Banish From Your Yard Immediately

Pests are a natural part of gardening, but there are certain bugs and critters you need to expel as soon as you see them. Here's what to look out for.

By Deirdre Mundorf Read More

How To Control 'Scope Creep' When Planning Your Garden

Planning a garden takes investment, a clear focus, resources, and a specific end goal. And keeping that project on track means controlling "scope creep."

By Ron Baker Read More

If You Find This Flowering Weed In Your Lawn, Get Rid Of It Immediately

Weed removal is an important part of lawn care, and there's one fast-moving variety that you'll want to quickly remove before it begins to take over.

By Kaleigh Brillon Read More

How To Control Quickweed In Your Lawn

While quickweed can attract helpful pollinators, it can also wreak havoc on your lawn. Here's how to stop the weed from taking over your yard.

By Ezekiel Maina Read More

What A No-Clog Rake Can Do For Your Yard This Fall

There are various types of yard rakes but one you may not be familiar with is a no-clog rake. As its name suggests, a no-clog rake can make cleanup easier.

By Sandy Baker Read More

Is There A Good Way To Get Rid Of Invasive Cheatgrass?

Weeding your lawn is normally tedious. Yet, if you have a cheatgrass infestation, the job might become exasperating. Learn how you can get rid of the weed here.

By Joanna Marie Read More

Avoid These Common Mistakes When Using A Rain Barrel

Using a rain barrel can save you money on your utility bills. Before you set yours up, read this guide to avoid common mistakes while you harvest rainwater.

By Sandy Baker Read More

How To Remove Daylilies If They're Taking Over Your Garden

Daylilies are cute flowers, but their growth habit often becomes invasive. To avoid a daylily take-over, take our gardening advice for the best removal methods.

By Joanna Marie Read More

The Most Ideal Plants For Your Sloped Yard

Does your yard have a large slope that you want to landscape? Try planting these ornamental grasses, bushes, trees, and flowers that can thrive on a hill.

By Jessica Daniels Read More

Why Potassium Is So Important In Lawn Fertilizer (And How It Works)

Fertilizing your lawn is an important step for maintaining the health of your grass. Here's how potassium factors into your landscaping endeavors.

By Ezekiel Maina Read More

How To Treat Your Lawn If You Have Green Foxtail In It

Green foxtail can quickly take over your lawn if you let it go to seed, and that can create a lengthy battle with the weed. Here's how to remove it.

By Kaleigh Brillon Read More

The Number You Want To Call Before Digging Any Holes In Your Lawn

Before you begin a landscaping project that involves digging, be sure to dial this number (or visit the associated website) to prevent injuries.

By V Bawa Read More

The Backyard Feature That May Help If You Live In A Fire-Prone Area

If you live in an area where wildfires are common, use landscaping elements to protect your home. Discover the backyard feature that may help in an emergency.

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How A Garden Hose Can Help Design Your Next Yard Project

Many great landscaping hacks are available to us thanks to social media apps like TikTok. And yet, not many are as easy as this trick that uses a garden hose.

By Jenny Tinder Read More