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Not Sawdust: Another Garage Find You Can Add To Your Compost Bin

staff@housedigest.com (Nina Phillips) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0000

You probably already compost organic waste and sawdust, but this material lying around your garage or workbench can be tossed in the compost as well.

Why There's Simply No Need To Splurge On Expensive Garden Mulch

staff@housedigest.com (Suzanne Bonnett) — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:30:00 +0000

Garden centers push premium mulch options, but most serve aesthetics more than function, leaving cheaper or free materials just as effective.

Not Coffee Grounds: The Drink To Add To DIY Fertilizer For Thriving Leafy Greens

staff@housedigest.com (Amanda Weir) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 22:40:00 +0000

Give your lettuces and other brassicas the nutrients they need with a DIY fertilizer you can make with water and a simple ingredient from your kitchen.

Say Goodbye To Traditional Bird Baths: There's A Target Find That Doubles As Garden Decor

staff@housedigest.com (Annette Hird) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Traditional bird baths are bulky and can take away from the aesthetic appeal of a garden. This super-pretty Target option is the exact opposite.

Ditch Traditional Planters: The Affordable Alternative That'll Save Yard Space

staff@housedigest.com (Katie Barton) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:30:00 +0000

This planter idea not only saves your backyard space but it will also add immediate dimension and vertical interest, whether you decide to mount it or hang it.

Not Coffee Grounds: Turn This Pantry Staple Into A Nutritious DIY Liquid Fertilizer

staff@housedigest.com (Amanda Weir) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:30:00 +0000

Keeping your plants healthy doesn't have to be hard. Plants need the many of the same nutrients humans do, so pantry items can make for effective fertilizers.

Turn A Mason Jar Lid, Plastic Bottle, And Snow Globe Into The Perfect Planter

staff@housedigest.com (Meadow St. Clair) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:40:00 +0000

Your new globular planter is closer than you realize. With just three everyday items, you can quickly fashion a clever bit of table, desk, or shelf décor.

Ditch The Traditional Tomato Cage For A Unique Method That Gives You A Sweeter Harvest

staff@housedigest.com (Katharine Hansen) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 08:30:00 +0000

This game-changing gardening hack has been giving home growers larger and sweeter tomato yields for decades, and it's so simple, anyone can make it work.

Ditch The Candles: There's A Cuter Way To Repel Mosquitoes From Your Garden

staff@housedigest.com (Annette Hird) — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0000

Mosquitoes make doing outdoor chores way more uncomfortable than they need to be. Repel these pesky bugs with a clever citronella incense stick holder upcycle.

Not Hostas, Not Spiderwort: The Pretty Border Plant That Thrives In Clay Soil

staff@housedigest.com (Sakshi Khaitan) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Looking for plants that can handle clay soil? This flowering border perennial tolerates tough conditions, spreads quickly, and draws pollinators.

The Strawberry Companion Plant That Boosts Soil And Fights Fungus

staff@housedigest.com (Andrea Crowley-Hughes) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0000

If you want to get the most out of your strawberries, adding a companion plant that can keep away pests and maintain soil moisture is a great idea.

5 Amazon Finds That Are Great For Maintaining Your Gravel Driveway

staff@housedigest.com (Megan Newton) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 23:40:00 +0000

There are so many yard maintenance tools on Amazon that it's hard to know which to buy. We narrow the field with these five tools for gravel driveway care.

Give Tomato Seedlings A Major Nutrient Boost With An Affordable Fertilizer

staff@housedigest.com (Katharine Hansen) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 21:10:00 +0000

If you need to give your tomatoes a boost, this soil amendment can help your plants better absorb the nutrients that are available in the soil.

Use Old Milk Jugs To Create Adorable Face Planters With A Clever DIY

staff@housedigest.com (Nicole Ahlering) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 19:10:00 +0000

With a few supplies, you can DIY whimsical face planters. They add a fun touch to your space, are easy to decorate, and are perfect for trailing plants.

Turn A Small, Old Teapot Lid Into An Adorable Bird Feeder With Vintage Vibes

staff@housedigest.com (Charlotte D. Miller) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Lids from broken or unused teapots don't have to go to waste. With this easy DIY project, you can use them as a stylish way to attract birds.

How Often Do I Need To Replace Soil In Raised Beds?

staff@housedigest.com (Charlotte D. Miller) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 15:40:00 +0000

Soil quality is important, so many wonder whether or not it's time to replace the soil in their raised beds. Thankfully, you don't have to do this task often.

The Easily Thrifted Item That Makes A Budget-Friendly Planter Drip Plate

staff@housedigest.com (Jennifer M. McNeill) — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 09:30:00 +0000

If you have a plant that's missing a drip plate, don't head to the garden center. Instead, use an item that can be found in just about any thrift store.

Upcycle A Plastic Bottle Into A Space-Saving Solution For Growing Tomatoes

staff@housedigest.com (Jennifer M. McNeill) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:30:00 +0000

If you're struggling to grow tomatoes due to a lack of space, then this hack could be a perfect way to get the tomatoes you want without the hassle.

What's The Best Brown/Green Ratio For Compost? It Depends

staff@housedigest.com (Nina Phillips) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:30:00 +0000

In compost science, brown materials are carbon-rich, whereas green materials are nitrogen-rich. You need both, but the ratios of each matter for compost health.

Say Goodbye To Floppy Plant Vines With A Tomato Cage Solution That Only Takes Minutes

staff@housedigest.com (Sophie Pell) — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 23:30:00 +0000

Don't let sagging vines ruin your garden yields. This quick tomato cage solution provides your climbing plants sturdy support at minimal cost and effort.