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  • A view of a beech tree looking up towards its canopy

    Planting Hostas Underneath Trees Is Almost Always A Good Idea — Unless It's This One

    Hostas and shade trees are a classic pair, but this specific tree creates too much shade for even hostas to survive, not to mention its competitive roots.

    By Ellen Douglas 6 hours ago Read More
  • A digger sits in the half-finished driveway of a home in a residential neighborhood.

    Skip Gravel Driveways: The Durable Rustic Alternative Looks Just As Good

    Gravel is rustic and affordable for driveways, but it has downsides. Stop weeding and raking loose gravel by installing this similar yet sturdier alternative.

    By Ellen Merriss 7 hours ago Read More
  • A woman's hands grabbing a pink azalea plant.

    Popular Places To Buy Plants Online, Ranked From Worst To Best

    See how some of the most popular online nurseries rank against each other when it comes to quality of plants, reputation, customer service, and selection.

    By Giselle DaMier 11 hours ago Read More
  • a white house with a long driveway lined with lawn

    Not Edging: The Hardscaping Feature Gravel Driveways Need

    Keeping gravel in place takes more than choosing the right stone. One important driveway feature helps reduce movement while improving appearance and function.

    By Nancy Schaffer 14 hours ago Read More
  • A person dumps soil from a wheelbarrow into the area between two retaining walls in their backyard that's still under construction.

    Neither Concrete Nor Stone: The Durable Retaining Wall Material That Lasts Longer

    There's a retaining wall option that's just as durable as stone and as affordable as concrete, but has more Old World charm than both materials combined.

    By Nancy Schaffer 1 day ago Read More
  • installing a weed barrier, which blocks sunlight to prevent plant growth

    Landscape Fabric Vs Weed Barrier: What's The Difference?

    Few landscaping tasks are more stressful than weed prevention, and there's confusion between weed barrier and landscape fabric. Try categorizing them like this.

    By Nancy Schaffer 1 day ago Read More
  • A man removing the blades from a lawn mower

    Sharpen Your Lawn Mower Blades With A Versatile Find From Amazon

    This simple, affordable, and manual Amazon find will allow you to easily sharpen your lawn mower's blades as well as other tools around the house.

    By Bob Beacham 1 day ago Read More
  • A Ryobi chainsaw trimming a tree

    12 Ryobi Gardening Tools That Are Under $100

    Sometimes you don't want to buy gardening tools because they're too expensive, but these from Ryobi — from leaf blowers to edge trimmers — won't break the bank.

    By Daniel Warden 1 day ago Read More
  • person mowing grass outside home

    How Many Years Do Lawn Mower Blades Typically Last?

    How long your mower's blades last depends on a number of things, like how frequently you mow your lawn or whether you typically run over rocks or sticks.

    By Megan Newton 2 days ago Read More
  • A man uses a work tool to fasten a nut on a battery-powered lawn mower outdoors.

    How To Easily Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades With A Kitchen Tool You Probably Have

    Sharpening your lawn mower blades is a necessary task to keep your grass and your mower in good condition, and this kitchen tool can get the job done.

    By Barbara Pavone 2 days ago Read More
  • Closeup of a professional gardener pouring granular lawn fertilizer into a handheld broadcast spreader

    Consumer Reports Names The Right Time To Fertilize Your Lawn

    Fertilizing requires good timing. Otherwise, you'll end up wasting your money and time. The right moment will completely depend on your grass type.

    By Aleem Ahmad 2 days ago Read More
  • Homeowner pouring asphalt sealant onto driveway

    14 Of The Biggest Wastes Of Money You Can Spend On Your Driveway

    From sealing mistakes to the plants you grow in the surrounding area, you'll save yourself a chunk of change if you avoid doing these things to your driveway.

    By Katy Willis 2 days ago Read More
  • A gardener attaching vines to a wood trellis.

    More Durable Than Wood: The Many Benefits Of Copper Plant Supports

    Upgrade your garden with copper plant supports. Discover why they’re more durable than wood, rust-resistant, and a sleek, long-lasting choice for plants.

    By Annette Hird 3 days ago Read More
  • Tall arborvitae privacy trees in front of a brown house.

    Swap High-Maintenance Privacy Plants With A Self-Seeding Flower

    Give this pretty self-seeding flower a try if you're looking for an aesthetically pleasing and low-maintenance plant to add more privacy to your garden.

    By Lisa Davis 3 days ago Read More
  • Person using a bow rake to move soil around in their garden

    Bow Rake Vs Leaf Rake: What's The Difference?

    While all rakes have the same basic parts, their designs are different, each meant for a specific task in yard work. Case in point: the bow rake and leaf rake.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 3 days ago Read More
  • Person pouring mixed concrete into a tub near gravel and dirt at a construction site

    ​​Concrete Block Vs. Poured: The Better Retaining Wall Material

    When it comes to concrete block versus poured, each has it's own pros and cons. However, the best choice for retaining walls might not be what you'd expect.

    By R. A. Fletcher 3 days ago Read More
  • A gardener untangling a blue hose to water the garden

    Keep Garden Hoses Organized With A Clever Battery-Powered Find From Amazon

    This product is automatic and rechargeable, and simplifies the storage part of a particular gardening task, a part that many gardeners may describe as a hassle.

    By Annette Hird 4 days ago Read More
  • Several birds playing in and on a birdbath

    Goodbye Traditional Bird Baths: There's A Cheaper DIY Option In Your Kitchen

    You can spend a lot of time and money searching for, then buying the perfect bird bath. Or you can use this trick to make one from things you already own.

    By Baylee Bunce 4 days ago Read More
  • Man mowing the grass on a lawn

    Our Lawncare Pro Agrees: This Trick Makes Mowing An Overgrown Lawn So Much Faster

    When mowing your overgrown lawn, dealing with grass clippings and a clogged deck can become a time-consuming hassle. This trick makes it way faster and easier.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 4 days ago Read More
  • Grass clippings on a road next to a curb

    Is It Illegal To Blow Grass Clippings In The Street?

    You might not focus too much on the grass clippings your mower leaves behind, but is it legally wise to let them get tossed into the street?

    By Heather Ayer 4 days ago Read More
  • A pigeon sitting on a rock near a birdbath in a garden.

    Naturally Deter Pigeons With Flowers That You Love And They Hate

    You don't want pigeons in your yard. They eat plants, crowd birdbaths, and poop everywhere. Repel them with a carefully curated selection of flowering plants.

    By Baylee Bunce 4 days ago Read More
  • Neatly trimmed evergreen hedges line a tidy pebble walking path

    The Best Landscape Rock Glues Reviewed

    Landscape rock glues are a must for homes with gravel paths and similar features. It's important to get the right one to ensure your efforts stay put.

    By Emily Ray 4 days ago Read More
  • Woman putting down landscape fabric.

    Move Over Landscape Fabric: This Mulch Material Is Cheaper

    Landscape fabric has plenty of cons, including its price. This natural material can act as an attractive, eco-friendly, and more affordable alternative.

    By Katharine Hansen 4 days ago Read More
  • A luxurious home in Nantucket with a gravel driveway

    The Circular Feature That Makes Gravel Driveways More Functional And Polished

    Gravel driveways are affordable to install and simple to repair, but they're not always the easiest to navigate. Make things safer with a simple design change.

    By Katharine Hansen 4 days ago Read More
  • A person holding a lawn mower blade with a machine in the background

    Should Mower Blades Be Loose Or Tight?

    How much to tighten your mower's blades after sharpening can be confusing, but with these recommendations, you can avoid damage to both your grass and machine.

    By Katharine Hansen 5 days ago Read More
  • Gravel driveway that has ruts after a rain washed out the gravel

    How To Keep A Gravel Driveway From Washing Out With The Right Materials

    A gravel driveway doesn't have to wash away after every storm. The right foundation materials can improve durability and help keep the surface looking its best.

    By Catherine Nyorani 5 days ago Read More
  • A person inspecting the blade on a mower

    What To Do If Your Lawn Mower Blades Are Bent?

    Hit a rock while mowing? Is your machine now making a strange noise? Is it now cutting unevenly for some reason? The reason may be a bent mower blade.

    By Annette Hird 5 days ago Read More
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