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How To Remove Landscape Fabric Without Damaging Plants

staff@housedigest.com (Kyle Schurman) — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 10:10:00 +0000

Removing landscape fabric isn't as simple and straightforward as you might think. Here are the steps to clear it and protect your plants during the process.

No More Loose, Moving Gravel: The Premade Edging Solution From Amazon

staff@housedigest.com (Taylor Freitas) — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 17:30:00 +0000

An Amazon reviewer called this stone edging product "the lazy man's landscaping" and compared to traditional loose gravel, we have to agree.

She Painted River Rocks To Make Adorable, Durable Garden Decor

staff@housedigest.com (Carrie Elizabeth Bradon) — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000

River rocks are naturally tough, so they make a great base for affordable outdoor decorations that you can craft yourself with a bit of paint and a paintbrush.

Your Backyard Could Use A Spigot: How To DIY The Cutest One

staff@housedigest.com (Bob Beacham) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Instead of tiring yourself out walking around with a hose, learn how to make a moveable spigot for your backyard with a wooden fence post, spigot, and hose.

Stop Tossing Old Terracotta Pots: Turn Them Into Rustic Plant Labels For Your Garden

staff@housedigest.com (Rachael Green) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0000

Clay pots are affordable and appealing, but they can also shatter easily. Repurpose the shards from a broken pot by using them to keep your garden organized.

Use A Wire Hanger To Keep Garden Hoses Neat & Organized

staff@housedigest.com (Jennifer M. McNeill) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:40:00 +0000

If old wire hangers are cluttering your closet, bend them into hooks that store your hose off the ground. This DIY only needs a hanger and a pair of hands.

How To Stop Bermudagrass From Ruining Your Flower Beds

staff@housedigest.com (Ellen Douglas) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0000

No one wants to see Bermudagrass taking over their flower beds, but unfortunately, it's common. Luckily, you can stop the pesky weed with these solutions.

No Need To Harvest From The Backyard: The Easy Way To Get Free Wood Chip Mulch

staff@housedigest.com (Kristina Hicks-Hamblin) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 07:50:00 +0000

Chipping foraged branches is a laborious way to get garden mulch, especially when you might be able to get it delivered to your home by the truckload for free!

Forget Pricey Heaters: Warm Your Greenhouse In Winter For Free With Something You Already Have

staff@housedigest.com (Jahaira Arthur) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0000

If you want to keep your greenhouse warm during winter, try this surprising heating source to maintain the temperature without buying an expensive product.

Bye, Toxic Pesticides — The Organic Solution That Removes Chewing Pests From Your Yard

staff@housedigest.com (Ellen Douglas) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 19:30:00 +0000

The last thing any gardener wants is chewing insect pests. To avoid them, use this non-toxic solution to protect your crops without harming the environment.

How To Reduce pH In Soil Naturally

staff@housedigest.com (Ellen Merriss) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Did a recent soil test show a pH well above 7? It's alkaline. Thankfully, there are a few easy-to-find natural amendments you can use to bring the pH down.

How To Reduce Garden Pests With An Amazon Solution Powered By The Sun

staff@housedigest.com (Annette Hird) — Sun, 25 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0000

Looking for clever ways to deter raccoons, squirrels, deer, or even the neighbor's cat from your yard? This off-grid option is affordable and easy to install.

Protect Backyard And Garden Plants From Salt Damage With A Simple Solution

staff@housedigest.com (Ellen Douglas) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0000

If you live in a snow zone, you're likely very familiar with the effects of road salts on your garden. Protect your plants with an easy-to-apply soil amendment.

Not Shredded Mulch: The Long-Lasting Alternative For Landscapes

staff@housedigest.com (Masie O'Toole) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 20:40:00 +0000

Shredded wood is a go-to for gardeners looking for affordable mulch, but it doesn't last long. There's a chunkier, more durable option that's just as natural.

The Powerful Amazon Find To Remove Weeds Growing Between Pavers Without Hand Pulling

staff@housedigest.com (Aleem Ahmad) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Weeding between pavers by hand is not only a pain, it's also not very effective. This tool set will get the entire weed, roots and all, with less work.

Gardener Combines Two Kitchen Staples To Make Orchids Rebloom With This Simple DIY

staff@housedigest.com (Becca Cullum-Green) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Orchids are attractive houseplants, and when kept healthy, they can blossom over and over. This simple homemade tonic can help your plants thrive.

How Do The Amish Keep Weeds Out Of The Garden? (It's Not Landscape Fabric)

staff@housedigest.com (Ellen Douglas) — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Amish communities are known for keeping immaculate gardens without many modern materials. Learn more about a few of these tried-and-true weed control methods

10 Long-Lasting Materials To Replace Wood For Raised Garden Beds

staff@housedigest.com (Megan Newton) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:00:00 +0000

Tired of replacing your wooden garden beds every few years when the timber starts to rot and break? These materials last longer and arguably look even nicer.

Gardener Turns Milk Jugs Into An Epic Multi-Level Hydroponic Garden

staff@housedigest.com (Becca Cullum-Green) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 22:30:00 +0000

If you have a lot of milk jugs lying around or want to create your own hydroponic setup, you'll love the way this gardener turned them into one tall garden.

Not Your Lawn Mower: The Manual Way To Shred Leaves With A Garden Tool You Already Have

staff@housedigest.com (Barbara Pavone) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Shredding leaves is best to prep them for mulch or compost. While doing so with a lawn mower is easiest, this garden tool works to manually break them down.