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  • A group of sparrows eat birdseed from a hanging bird feeder in a residential backyard.

    Attract Birds With This Easy-To-Make Planter And Feeder Combo

    Backyard birds need three things: food, water, and shelter. This dual container garden and bird feeder checks two of those boxes in one easy-to-make feature.

    By Selena Ivette Rodriguez 5 hours ago Read More
  • A person wearing gloves throws granular fertilizer on a lawn in their backyard.

    The Essential Lawn Care Step To Do Before Spring Fertilizing

    Fertilizing your lawn in spring is a must-do task if you want lush grass in summer. However, there's one easy step gardeners often skip — to their detriment.

    By Katie Flannery 6 hours ago Read More
  • A person planting a seedling in garden soil

    Protect Seedlings In The Garden With A Clever Faux Flower Hack

    Using artificial plants in the garden might just sound like a clever way to fool neighbors, but this hack will increase the odds of your real plants' survival.

    By Masie O'Toole 7 hours ago Read More
  • A rusty grill sitting outdoors

    Turn An Old Grill Into A Unique Raised Planter With An Easy DIY

    Grills are often neglected, but if you're willing to get creative, you can transform this forgotten piece of metal into a cute and quirky planter.

    By Nina Phillips 7 hours ago Read More
  • A person wearing muddy boots and standing in mud and leaves

    11 Groundcover Plants That Will Thrive In A Muddy Backyard

    While these groundcovers aren’t quite sponges, they do help the soil soak up water more efficiently and prevent erosion, which in turn reduces mud.

    By Erin Rebar 8 hours ago Read More
  • Woman shopping for plants at a garden nursery

    No Garden Space? Turn An Old Wagon Into A Cute, Rustic Raised Planter

    Whether you have a tiny yard or just want to add some rustic charm to your garden, a repurposed wagon can easily be turned into a beautiful planted space.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 8 hours ago Read More
  • Old jeans transformed into hanging planters in the garden filled with petunias.

    13 DIYs To Transform Old Clothes In The Garden

    Instead of donating or throwing away old clothes, try these unique DIY ideas to repurpose clothing to create useful and fun garden decor and accessories.

    By Shelley Frost 1 day ago Read More
  • An old galvanized steel mop bucket with wheels.

    Creative DIYer Turns Old Mop Buckets Into Unique Planters That Are Easy To Move

    Metal mop buckets are pricey when new, so giving them a new life as a planter makes sense. Also, you don't have to change much to make them fit for purpose.

    By Annette Hird 1 day ago Read More
  • Close up of the contents of a utensil tray

    Turn An Old Kitchen Utensil Holder Into An Easy Garden Storage Solution

    Before buying new garden organizers, consider what's already in your kitchen. One familiar item can simplify how you carry and store tools outdoors.

    By Magdalena Becker 2 days ago Read More
  • A concrete birdbath surrounded by various flowers in a cottage garden.

    The No-Fuss Flower To Plant Near A Birdbath For Them To Enjoy

    Flowering plants near your birdbath provide food and shelter for visiting feathered friends. Birdbaths already demand work, so choose a low-maintenance species.

    By Megan Newton 2 days ago Read More
  • Woman's hands repotting succulents from plastic pots at a work table with a watering can

    Turn An Old Bird Bath Into An Upcycled Succulent Garden

    If you've ditched your old bird bath for a better version (likely one with moving water), here's how to reuse it as a gorgeous succulent garden.

    By R. A. Fletcher 2 days ago Read More
  • Martha Stewart signs copies of her new book

    Martha Stewart's Top 16 Tips For Growing Flowers

    A blooming flower garden is the dream, and let Martha Stewart help you achieve that with her tips regarding everything from planting bulbs to using fertilizer.

    By Megan Brame 3 days ago Read More
  • A succulent garden with sedum, stonecrop, hens, and chicks

    Give An Old Bookcase A New Life As A Stunning Upcycled Succulent Garden

    Before you throw out an old bookshelf, consider ways it could be repurposed. This TikToker turned theirs into a succulent garden that could be used as a table.

    By Nancy Schaffer 3 days ago Read More
  • a wasp on a blue wooden table

    The Handmade Solution That Helps Keep Wasps Away

    These insects are a pest for households across the country, and they seem immune to many common repellants. Here's one creative option that's seeing success.

    By Charlotte D. Miller 3 days ago Read More
  • Multiple white hanging wire baskets in a room with a wood wall

    10 Dollar Tree Hanging Basket Upcycles That Are So Creative

    There are many ways you can reuse Dollar Tree's hanging wire basket for added beauty in your yard and garden. And not all the ideas involve planting.

    By R. A. Fletcher 4 days ago Read More
  • Strawberry plants growing in plastic hanging planters sit on the concrete patio of a nursery.

    We Bet You Didn't Know You Could Grow Your Own Strawberries In A Gutter

    Gutter gardens are great for small yards. If you thought they're only for flowering annuals, think again! With some mods, strawberries will thrive in them, too.

    By Nancy Schaffer 4 days ago Read More
  • A collection of old brown and white glass beer bottles arranged on a sunny windowsill.

    Turn An Old Beer Bottle Into The Cutest Plant Propagation Station

    If you have the right tools and knowledge to alter old glass beer bottles safely, you can transform them into a propagator for your houseplant cuttings.

    By Annette Hird 5 days ago Read More
  • A flock of house sparrows eat seeds placed on a cut tree stump.

    How To Turn Scrap Items In Your Home Into An Upcycled Bird Feeder

    Plastic bird feeders are flimsy and often destroyed by wildlife or the wind. Make something long-lasting with scrap materials you likely already have at home.

    By Catherine Nyorani 5 days ago Read More
  • A satellite dish on a yellow home

    Give Your Old Satellite Dish New Life By Turning It Into A Bird Bath. Here's How

    Since satellite dishes have the ideal depth necessary for a good bird bath, it only makes sense to repurpose your old dish into a bird's paradise.

    By Katharine Hansen 5 days ago Read More
  • Mole emerging from pile of dirt in garden

    The Unexpected Benefit Of Having Moles In Your Yard

    Moles live underground full-time, and while their tunnels can be unsightly, they play an important role in soil health, among other benefits.

    By Megan Newton 6 days ago Read More
  • A trail of black ants on a garden walkway

    Don't Have The Killer Instinct? The Easy Hack To Convince Ants To Relocate

    Ants can be problematic in your yard or garden, but if you're not willing to harm them yourself, you can try this trick to force them somewhere else.

    By Barb Hudson 6 days ago Read More
  • Mold Growing on Bird Feeder Surface

    4 Reasons Why Your Bird Feeder Is Moldy (& How To Prevent It)

    Having a bird feeder can be a boon for your garden, but once you read all of these ways that they can become havens for mold, you'll look at them differently.

    By Aleem Ahmad 6 days ago Read More
  • Girl planting a pepper seedling

    A Simple Plastic Cup Is The Solution To Young Leaning Plants In Your Garden

    If you're dealing with floppy seedlings you might already have an easy fix at home, one that adds stability without risking damage during early plant growth.

    By Barb Hudson 6 days ago Read More
  • A gardener sowing small pepper seeds in the garden

    Stop The Seed Struggle With A Gardening Hack That Makes Planting A Breeze

    Some seeds are so small that it's hard to dispense them efficiently and get the right number into each hole. This clever hack will solve the problem.

    By Annette Hird 7 days ago Read More
  • Empty muffin tin sitting on a counter with a kitchen towel.

    Turn An Old Muffin Tin Into A Cute, Upcycled Succulent Garden

    What’s hiding in your cabinet might be the perfect base for a small, stylish plant display that feels both practical and surprisingly creative.

    By Amy Horton 7 days ago Read More
  • Well-maintained flower garden with living groundcover.

    Ditch The Mulch For These 11 Living Plant Alternatives

    Mulch can be a threat to your garden's micro-environment, getting in the way of bees and other organisms. Low-growing plants are a great replacement.

    By Megan Newton 7 days ago Read More
  • A person with long blonde hair takes down a large potted spider plant from the top shelf of a bookshelf.

    Spring Tasks To Ensure A Healthy And Luscious Spider Plant At Home

    Keeping your spider plant thriving requires just a little maintenance. The best time to care for your houseplant is in spring before it starts actively growing.

    By Nina Phillips 8 days ago Read More
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