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  • Close up shot of common thistle blossoms

    How To Keep Thistle Out Of Your Lawn For Good

    Thistle is an annoying, stubborn weed, but with these care tips, you can prevent it from making a home in your garden before it has the chance to take over.

    By Magdalena Becker 5 hours ago Read More
  • paving slabs sitting on driveway

    Ditch Boring Pavers: Beautify Your Driveway With This Colorful Edging Alternative

    Keep your driveway looking polished and elegant with this natural edging that is far more interesting and unique than your typical brick or pavers.

    By Sophie Pell 6 hours ago Read More
  • Ranch house with gravel driveway.

    What's The Average Lifespan Of A Gravel Driveway?

    Gravel is a popular material for driveways. How long a gravel driveway lasts depends on how well it was installed, the type of rocks used, and the sub-base.

    By Patti Kaz 10 hours ago Read More
  • Family house with a wide garage door and concrete driveway infront

    Skip Pouring New Concrete — There's An Easier DIY Way To Widen Your Driveway

    If you're consistently finding yourself wearing away the grass or flower beds along your driveway, consider expanding it with this easy and affordable DIY.

    By Catherine Nyorani 21 hours ago Read More
  • A person edges a garden bed in their backyard using an edging tool.

    Give Your Garden Beds A Stone-Look Edging Upgrade From Amazon

    Looking to add oomph to your garden beds without spending a lot? Head to Amazon for this weatherproof faux-stone edging product that appears surprisingly real.

    By Aleem Ahmad 1 day ago Read More
  • An outdoor patio seating area with chairs and a fire pit.

    Not Brick, Not Concrete: The Natural, Long-Lasting Alternative For Your Patio

    This natural stone is a great option for a durable patio that is also aesthetically pleasing. It is ideal for outdoor spaces with a pool and lounging areas.

    By Lou Siday 1 day ago Read More
  • Dry, black patches on an unmaintained lawn

    What That Dark Slimy Patch On Your Lawn Actually Means

    A dark, slimy patch on your lawn may seem alarming, but it often points to a deeper issue tied to moisture, sunlight, and overall lawn conditions.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 1 day ago Read More
  • A person touching a sprinkler that's releasing water

    Can You Get Fined For Watering Your Lawn? Here's What To Know

    During droughts, its common for restrictions to be placed on water usage, especially when it comes to lawns. What are the repercussions for breaking the rules?

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 1 day ago Read More
  • An asphalt driveway with pooling water

    The Effective Solution That'll Help Prevent Driveway Flooding

    A flooded driveway is annoying, and it's important to find a long-term solution before things get worse. This installation will redirect all that water.

    By Lou Siday 1 day ago Read More
  • person trimming grass along driveway

    The Weedeating Tip That Makes Driveway And Lawn Edges Look Sharp

    For perfectly lined-up driveway edges, this easy weed-eating tip for battery-powered string trimmers is a great technique.

    By Sophie Pell 1 day ago Read More
  • a modern two story home with an attractive landscape and driveway

    Not Fences Or Retaining Walls: The Yard Feature That Can Increase Your Home Value

    There are plenty of ways to make your home more appealing to potential buyers, but this yard feature is a must if you want to add privacy too.

    By Nancy Schaffer 2 days ago Read More
  • Man loading various shrubs into his car outside a garden center

    The Perennial Shrub Perfect For Borders That's Deer-Resistant & Attracts Butterflies

    This shrub is a perfect choice for borders. Its sweet fragrance and abundant nectar attract butterflies and other pollinators, but deer won't come near it.

    By Ellen Douglas 2 days ago Read More
  • A gardener near a wheel barrow waters the ground around a newly planted tree sapling with a metal watering can.

    Forget The Fence: Plant This Tree For Natural Privacy And A Delicious Harvest

    Did you know you can screen your backyard from prying eyes using shrubs and even trees? It's a bonus if you grow a living fence that produces delicious fruit.

    By Magdalena Becker 2 days ago Read More
  • A person mowing the lawn with a push mower

    What It Means If Your Mower Is Self-Propelled

    Self-propelled lawn mowers and push lawn mowers might look similar, but there's one major difference that can have a big impact on your mowing experience.

    By Rob Baird 2 days ago Read More
  • A person planting ferns in garden soil

    The Low-Growing Perennial Alternative To Ferns That Makes An Excellent Ground Cover

    Ferns are stunning additions to the garden, but they can grow much taller than many expect. Get a more low-profile effect with this unique lookalike.

    By Ellen Douglas 2 days ago Read More
  • A shovel standing in the ground near a red, yellow, and blue utility flag staked into a green lawn

    8 DIY Yard Projects That Require A Call To 811

    While it's common to think to call 811 to mark your lawn for larger projects, these smaller DIYs also require some marking to keep everything safe.

    By R. A. Fletcher 2 days ago Read More
  • a person holding the battery of an electric cordless lawn mower

    Consumer Reports Names The Longest-Running Battery Mowers For Large Lawns

    Consumer Reports has listed nine of the longest-running models of battery mowers. These two came out on top in the self-propelled and push mower categories.

    By Aleem Ahmad 2 days ago Read More
  • Beautiful stepping stone and gravel pathway winding through a colorful garden

    12 Innovative Garden Path Upgrades That Can Make Your Yard More Inviting

    Don't neglect your garden path when landscaping your yard. From anti-slip treatments to solar-powered lights, there are lots of options to upgrade the area.

    By Katy Willis 2 days ago Read More
  • person planting ground cover plants

    Not Hostas: There's A Fast-Growing Ground Cover To Fill Bare Flower Beds

    If you're looking for a beautiful and affordable way to fill the bare spots in your flower beds, this colorful plant will surely do the trick.

    By Suzanne Bonnett 3 days ago Read More
  • A small frog perches on the leaf of a waterlily growing in a pond.

    Turn An Old Nursery Pot Into A Mini Pond That Supports Pollinators And Frogs

    Even small ponds will attract a wide range of wildlife to a garden, so long as they contain a good balance of aquatic plants, substrate, and fresh water.

    By Nancy Schaffer 3 days ago Read More
  • Workers leveling a new asphalt driveway

    The Common Edging Material To Avoid With Your Asphalt Driveway

    This common edging material may be inexpensive and easy to install, but it's not the greatest option for installing with a new asphalt driveway.

    By Annette Hird 3 days ago Read More
  • Yellow dandelion flowers are shown from a low angle growing naturally among grass

    The Eco-Friendly Way To Keep Dandelions From Taking Over Your Lawn

    Dandelions springing up impacts your lawn, but traditional herbicides can be damaging to the environment. Instead, consider this eco-friendly alternative.

    By Andrea Crowley-Hughes 3 days ago Read More
  • A bird in a bird bath

    Goodbye Traditional Bird Baths — There's An Amazon Find That Doubles As Garden Decor

    There are plenty of reasons to want hummingbirds to visit your garden, so you'll absolutely want to look at this fantastic and discreet Amazon find.

    By Kimberley Spinney 5 days ago Read More
  • A woman tending to border plants along the edge of a garden bed

    17 Low-Growing Perennials To Grow For Stunning Borders & Edges

    If you're looking for some plants to soften the transition between your larger picks and your driveway or path, these short options are for you.

    By Lisa Davis 5 days ago Read More
  • Freshly mulched and weeded hillside flower beds beneath a house

    The Best Ground Covers To Plant, Depending On Your Yard's Specific Needs

    Whether you're dealing with dry shade, slopes prone to erosion, boggy spots, or areas that receive harsh sun exposure, there is a ground cover to fill the gap.

    By Megan Brame 5 days ago Read More
  • Garden with various plants and large sites of water pooling

    The Easy-To-Grow Perennial Grass That Feeds Birds & Will Thrive In Your Wet Garden

    Finding plants that will grow in low, flood-prone areas can be a major challenge, but this bird-favorite bushy grass is well-suited for the task.

    By Megan Newton 5 days ago Read More
  • person's feet on concrete sidewalk

    What Those Gaps In Concrete Are Called (And Why They're Essential)

    Those gaps in your concrete aren't just there for show. They're very important, and any savvy homeowner is going to want to read all about them.

    By Patti Kaz 6 days ago Read More
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