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  • A verdant desert garden with shrubs, trees, and cactuses.

    12 Ways To Have A Garden - Even If You Live In A Desert

    Lush, loamy soil is a requirement for a healthy garden… Right? Not necessarily. If you live in a desert, there are ways to work with or avoid your sandy soil.

    By Daniel Warden 7 hours ago Read More
  • messy garden shed with tools

    Turn An Over-The-Door Shoe Rack Into The Perfect Garden Tool Storage Solution

    If you find it difficult to locate the right tool in your garden shed, a new organization system is right up your alley. This one involves a shoe rack.

    By Sophie Pell 8 hours ago Read More
  • Pruning tools sit on the top rail of a wooden deck fence.

    You'll Want To Remember The Simple Three Cs Rule When Pruning Plants

    Pruning can seem like a complicated task. There's more to it than just picking a tool and cutting a few branches. Let the three Cs rule guide your actions.

    By Patricia Hughes 9 hours ago Read More
  • A flowering invasive Japanese honeysuckle trimmed into a shrub beside a paved, brick-walled patio.

    Stop Non-Native Honeysuckle At The Source: Here's How

    Invasive honeysuckles attract pollinators, but that's where the benefits end. To save your garden and nearby natural areas, you need to remove the entire plant.

    By Katharine Hansen 11 hours ago Read More
  • A winter garden bed with a metal frame covered in light snow and frost.

    It's Not Too Soon - Plant This Popular Veggie Now For A Delicious Summer Harvest

    Winter is the time to hang up your gardening gloves, right? Actually, it's the time to get select vegetable seeds started so you can plant and eat them earlier.

    By Selena Ivette Rodriguez 12 hours ago Read More
  • purple and pink bigleaf hydrangeas in a garden

    The Unexpected Fertilizer To Use For Stunning Purple & Pink French Hydrangea Plants

    If you've always wanted pink and purple French hydrangeas but your plants stay stubbornly blue, try this soil amendment that's hiding in your fireplace.

    By Aleem Ahmad 19 hours ago Read More
  • Hands inspecting wilted leaves on indoor plant

    The Old-School Hack That Can Deter Pests From Your Indoor Plants

    There's a surprising method of protecting houseplants from common pests, and it may already be hiding in your medicine cabinet. Here's why this hack works.

    By Jack Vatsal 1 day ago Read More
  • Gardener working in spring.

    Our Pro Gardener Shares 12 Gardening Resolutions For The New Year

    New year, new resolutions! If you want to ensure your garden is looking spectacular in 2026, heed the advice of our professional gardening expert.

    By Peg Aloi 1 day ago Read More
  • A woman digs the soil in a raised garden bed with a shovel in late winter.

    Tips To Help Prep Garden Soil In Late Winter For A Healthy Spring Start

    The dormancy of late winter offers a golden opportunity to rebuild your garden before your perennials start sprouting or you put down seedlings in spring.

    By Aleem Ahmad 2 days ago Read More
  • bird on a branch next to snow and ice

    The Affordable Item That Offers Birds A Safe, Grippable Perch In Winter

    Wildlife, like birds, need our help in winter to stay safe and fueled up. If you like to get outside, this helpful perch trick might not cost you a thing.

    By Charlotte D. Miller 4 days ago Read More
  • A gardener scratches their leg after being bitten by a mosquito while outdoors.

    16 Tips That Make Your Outdoor Mosquito-Repelling Plants More Effective

    Your mosquito-repelling plants aren't working. It's likely because you've yet to pair them with methods to make the most of this natural pest control strategy.

    By Olasubomi Gbenjo 5 days ago Read More
  • A vibrant field of purple salvia flowers in full bloom

    How To Grow Salvia From One Plant Forever

    Salvias are notorious for growing very slowly from seed. With that in mind, it's much easier to use the plant you already have to generate an indefinite supply.

    By Aleem Ahmad 5 days ago Read More
  • Small square pavers with dandelions growing between them

    The Easy & Affordable Way To Prevent Weeds From Growing Between Pavers

    Controlling those weeds that grow between your pavers can be frustrating, but here's a simple task you should do consistently to prevent the problem.

    By Nina Phillips 5 days ago Read More
  • Male Northern cardinal on a snowy tree branch

    The Type Of Bird Feeders That Will Attract Cardinals In The Winter

    Cardinals are one type of bird you should see in your yard in winter, so you want to provide them with the right type of feeder to keep them coming back.

    By Kristeen Cherney 5 days ago Read More
  • Close up of gardener adding wood ash to vegetable garden

    Don't Throw Out Your Wood Ashes! Use Them To Help Your Pepper Plants Thrive

    Wood ash can be used to fertilize various vegetables and flowers, including pepper plants. It's full of nutrients that benefit peppers' growth.

    By Magdalena Becker 6 days ago Read More
  • counter full of broken eggshells

    Eggshells Work Wonders In Your Garden — Just Not For This Particular Purpose

    Eggshells have many garden uses. They can help nourish the soil, change the pH, and kill pathogens. However, they're not proven to help with this garden task.

    By David Kuchta 7 days ago Read More
  • young red squirrel on the edge of a flowerbed

    Creative Solutions For Building A Squirrel-Proof Raised Garden Bed

    Our master gardener reveals the strategies she employs to keep squirrels away from her raised beds, whether it's using wire, gravel, or even other plants.

    By Katy Willis 8 days ago Read More
  • Plants growing in a vertical garden

    Build A DIY Vertical Garden Using An Item Everyone Throws In The Trash

    A DIY vertical garden maximizes space in a small area. This vertical planter uses a common container that people often toss for an inexpensive upcycle.

    By R. A. Fletcher 8 days ago Read More
  • A woman waters houseplants in her living room nearby a window with drapes.

    12 Houseplant Watering Hacks You Should Avoid At All Costs

    While some houseplant watering hacks are worth listening to, far too many are popularized for making life easier for indoor gardeners rather than their plants.

    By Rachelle Dragani 8 days ago Read More
  • Drip irrigation system dropping water on sapling soil

    How To DIY A Solar-Powered Irrigation System For A More Hydrated Garden

    Using solar-powered irrigation is a way to be eco-conscious and save money on energy bills. Here's how to DIY one so you don't have to hire a professional.

    By R. A. Fletcher 8 days ago Read More
  • A woman pulls some aluminum foil from a roll she holds in her other hand.

    12 Affordable Aluminum Foil Hacks That Are Useful In The Winter

    Winter — the season of drafts and frozen everything. Prevent the cold weather from chilling your bones and damaging your home and garden with aluminum foil.

    By R. A. Fletcher 8 days ago Read More
  • Dormant plants in a landscape

    Gardening Never Has To End. Here Are Some Tasks For The Dead Of Winter

    Deep winter is typically an off season for gardeners, but this break can provide plenty of opportunity to plan and prepare for the upcoming spring.

    By Tiffany Selvey 8 days ago Read More
  • Close up of birdseed feeder

    9 DIY Seed Recipes That Offer Variety To The Birds In Your Yard

    To attract a variety of birds to your yard, you'll want to offer seed recipes that appeal to a range of species. Here are nine simple birdseed combinations.

    By Magdalena Becker 8 days ago Read More
  • An old pot tipped over with old potting soil spilling out of it on to the ground.

    11 Hardy Plants That Can Grow In Last Season's Old Potting Soil

    Do you usually throw away your old potting soil, thinking it's spent? If yes, you're wasting a good thing. Some plants thrive in nutrient-deficient mixes.

    By Sharon Kong Perring 9 days ago Read More
  • A yellow cart with bags of mulch and bags of mulch laying beside a garden bed waiting to be spread out.

    Pine Straw Vs Mulch: Only One Reigns Superior For Your Garden

    When it comes to covers for your garden soil, pine straw may be right. You'll only know for sure once you've compared it to the many mulch materials out there.

    By Alisha Land 9 days ago Read More
  • A person writes in a notebook while sitting inside under a blanket and a laptop with a winter scene out the window.

    Take Out Your Sketch Book! Winter Is The Time To Plan Your Spring Garden (And How To Do It)

    Why not make the most of being stuck inside due to cold weather? Do more than just dream about next season's garden: start planning it on paper or digitally.

    By Nancy Schaffer 9 days ago Read More
  • A group of stink bugs climbing along a plant stem.

    20 Types Of Stink Bugs You Should Know About (& How To Keep Them Away)

    Stink bugs get an understandably bad rap, thanks to their smelly defense mechanism. Here’s how to identify the harmful ones and prevent them.

    By Sharon Kong Perring 10 days ago Read More
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