Exactly How Often You Should Mow Your Lawn (And Why It Matters)
Mowing your lawn at the right frequency is not only important for neatness — it's also one of the most helpful things you can do your lawn's health.
Read MoreMowing your lawn at the right frequency is not only important for neatness — it's also one of the most helpful things you can do your lawn's health.
Read MoreAdding height and color to your garden or landscaping adds depth and interest. This self-seeding perennial also attracts pollinators as a bonus.
Read MoreDogwoods are beautiful but vulnerable to disease. Learn how to protect your trees with smart planting choices, simple care tips, and preventative measures.
Read MoreYes, mowing time actually matter as it can affect you, your lawn, and even your mower. This is why you should know and avoid the worst time to mow your lawn.
Read MoreMany issues can affect tomato plants, however, brown leaves usually point to one specific disease. Find out what to do about it and how to prevent it in future.
Read MoreFertilizers can improve the health of your lawn by supplying vital nutrients. But without proper application, it's a waste. Here's where water comes into play.
Read MoreAfter a certain time, gasoline left in your lawn mower can damage the internal parts, leading to costly repairs or even the need for a replacement.
Read MoreBy cleaning with everyday household staples that have lightening and acidic properties that break down stains, your pea gravel will look good as new.
Read MoreTrespassers in your swimming pool could be a potentially dangerous problem that results in legal issues for you, so make sure you take appropriate action.
Read MoreBlooming from spring to fall, this low-maintenance plant will keep your local hummingbirds happily fed right in your garden. Here's how to grow it.
Read MoreKeeping your houseplants healthy is easier with this clever hack, which uses old lids from jars and containers for an essential part of houseplant care.
Read MoreTo ensure your garden gravel fire pit sees plenty of use, you'll want to consider both safety concerns and practical issues when deciding where to install it.
Read MoreRocky soil is often low in nutrients and hard for roots to penetrate, which is why this tree can thrive in it — it has a deep taproot and low nutrient needs.
Read MoreTired of buying store-bought marigold plants every year? Try this clever option that lets you get blooms year after year from a single plant.
Read MoreTomato blight is a disease that comes in three different forms, all of which can ruin your plants. Here's how to identify and treat it before it's too late.
Read MoreThe length of a fertilizer's shelf life depends on the type of fertilizer, from granular to liquid to compost — and some last much longer than others.
Read MoreAnts are often attracted to sweet substances, including the nectar of this very popular garden flower. Here's what to do if you spot them on your plants.
Read MoreIf you love to spot fireflies in your yard at night, you'll want to know what to do to attract more of them and stop their numbers from dwindling.
Read MoreTomato plants' needs are no secret; without good light, water, and food, they can't provide you with good produce. Learn how yard waste can help them thrive.
Read MoreJust because you have clay soil doesn't mean you can't have beautiful blooms -- you just have to choose the right plants. Here's a flowering shrub you'll love.
Read MoreIf you want beautiful blooms from your bearded irises in the spring, these late summer maintenance tasks are key. Luckily, they're not difficult to do.
Read MoreIf you walk outside and smell cat urine, it may not be the stray cats. It could be a popular landscaping shrub that has you plugging your nose.
Read MoreGot a tree whose limbs and branches are moving in too close for comfort? We spoke to an expert who explained how to mitigate the issue sans dangerous chemicals.
Read MoreGrowing mushrooms can be rewarding, but creating the right growing environment can be challenging, especially if you're dealing with this annoying downside.
Read MoreSupport asters, a late-blooming perennial, in your garden with simple techniques that keep their vibrant flowers upright and thriving for pollinators.
Read MoreWhile some backyard mushrooms are safe to keep, others are dangerous and should be removed promptly. Mowing may seem like a quick fix, but is it effective?
Read MoreIf you're not a big fan of snakes in your yard, here are 22 plants you can grow to help ward them off, either with their scents or physical features.
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