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  • Closeup of a white hydrangea flower

    Right Now Is The Perfect Time To Dry Hydrangeas: Here's How To Do It

    Hydrangeas tend to have the best results from drying when cut in the late summer or fall. Here's why and how to complete the process.

    By Rhys Lee Hamilton 2 months ago Read More
  • A woman waters a floral garden

    The Easy DIY Garden Trellis That'll Change Your Plant Growing Game

    Premade trellises are often expensive with limited options. Instead, DIY a simple garden trellis using wood and wire to customize the plant support structure.

    By Lauren LaMore 2 months ago Read More
  • Wooden raised garden beds filled with leafy green plants.

    Fill Your Garden With Free Soil Using An Old-School DIY Technique

    Soil is one of the biggest expenses when building a garden bed from scratch, but you can significantly cut down on costs with this clever DIY technique.

    By Suzanne Brons 2 months ago Read More
  • Wooden raised garden bed made from rustic wood

    Transform Wood Pallets Into A Stunning Raised Garden Bed With A Simple Upcycling DIY

    Pallets are a good source for untreated wood that you can use in your next backyard project; perhaps you'll try making this budget-friendly raised garden bed.

    By R. A. Fletcher 2 months ago Read More
  • yellow-legged hornet sparkles in sunlight with red, orange and yellow features

    The Invasive Insect That May Be Threatening The Pollinators In Your Yard

    There's a deadly hornet spreading throughout the United States that poses a huge threat to the pollinators in your backyard. Keep an eye out.

    By Katharine Hansen 2 months ago Read More
  • Woman pouring soil into garden bed

    The Baking Ingredient That Can Boost The Soil Of Your Acidity-Loving Plants

    As a temporary soil amendment, this ingredient can lower the pH level of your soil, helping to boost the development of plants that prefer acidic conditions.

    By Ashley Ndebele 2 months ago Read More
  • A close up of ripe and unripe tomatoes hanging from the vine. The image captures the vibrant colors and healthy growth of the tomatoes.

    Why Fermenting Tomato Seeds Is A Great Idea For A Successful Harvest

    Ever tried to plant tomato seeds fresh out of the fruit? They likely failed. That's because you're missing a vital step in your tomato seed preparation process.

    By Ashley Ndebele 2 months ago Read More
  • Lavender growing in pots along a path

    Think Twice Before Dividing Lavender - Here's Why

    Many perennials benefit from division, which entails splitting plants to prevent overcrowding and boost health. Lavender, however, is an exception.

    By Katharine Hansen 2 months ago Read More
  • A homeowner repotting their plants.

    How To DIY A Mess-Free Garden Potting Station With IKEA Faves

    A garden potting station lets you easily repot your plants, and this simple modification to an existing table using IKEA faves is simple.

    By Joey Gonzalez 2 months ago Read More
  • hosta plants growing in multiple pots

    Can You Grow Hosta Plants In Containers? Here's What To Know

    Hostas like shady spots, needs lots of water, and are at risk of being eaten by slugs. Does that mean container planting is an option for these plants?

    By Becca Cullum-Green 2 months ago Read More
  • Crow at birdbath with shelled peanut in mouth

    Prevent Crows From Crowding A Garden Bird Bath With One Simple Fix

    Crows taking over your birdbath? While these ubiquitous birds can be fun to observe, they may crowd out smaller songbirds. Here's how to fix the problem.

    By Kristeen Cherney 2 months ago Read More
  • A person gathering food scraps for composting.

    A Simple IKEA Utensil Holder Is About To Be Your New Favorite Way To Compost

    Bins made for in-ground composting are typically cylinders with holes. IKEA's utensil holder makes the ideal composting tool, and costs much less.

    By Jennifer Farrington 2 months ago Read More
  • Woman kneeling in flower garden with many different colors of mum flowers

    The Hardy Alternative To Mums You Should Consider Planting In Your Fall Garden

    Mums are usually temporary plants — their fragile roots won't survive the winter. By contrast, this flower species blooms in the fall year after year.

    By Katie Flannery 2 months ago Read More
  • An attractive cottage-style garden with a variety of flowering plants

    The Low-Maintenance Flowering Plant That Naturally Boosts Soil Health

    You don't need to use treatments or fertilizers to improve your soil health. Choose a plant that does the job for you while filling the yard with pretty blooms.

    By Bob Beacham 2 months ago Read More
  • Pelargonium geranium with pink petals and green leaves

    How To Easily Propagate Geraniums From Cuttings To Fill Up Your Garden For Free

    Geraniums remain in flower throughout the summer and into fall, so you can create a colorful blooming space on a budget by propagating your existing plants.

    By Charlotte D. Miller 2 months ago Read More
  • A young woman wearing a hat and flannel holds a young plant while in a greenhouse.

    How This Beautiful, Fragrant Flower Can Hack Your Garden Vegetables Into Growing

    When growing a thriving vegetable garden, we can use all of the help that we can get! Teaming up with this well-known flower can give your harvest a boost.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 2 months ago Read More
  • Yard overtaken by weeds

    This Fast-Growing Herb Easily Runs Wild In Gardens. Here's How To Stop It

    Some fast-growing herbs can easily overtake an entire garden, but there are ways to prevent the spread and tackle the plant once it's taken over.

    By Ana Markosi 2 months ago Read More
  • Brown garden slug with antenna on a green lettuce leaf.

    Do Eggshells Really Keep Slugs & Snails Out Of The Garden? Here's What To Know

    If your plants are being chewed up by slimy visitors, can eggshells keep them away, or is this hack a myth? Get the facts before trying it out.

    By Meg Jernigan 2 months ago Read More
  • Green lacewing eating aphids on a plant

    How To Attract Beneficial Green Lacewings To Your Garden

    Green lacewings are highly beneficial to your garden's ecosystem, keeping populations of aphids and other pests under control for healthy plants.

    By Katharine Hansen 2 months ago Read More
  • Woman watering shrubs in her garden

    The Ornamental Shrub Pollinators Love That Can Naturally Deter Fleas From Your Yard

    If fleas are ruining your outdoor fun, there's a natural way to deter them while inviting pollinators to your yard and it involves a popular shrub.

    By Manvi Jain 2 months ago Read More
  • ladybug eating aphids

    The 'Pest' That Can Actually Act As A Natural Pest Control In Your Garden

    All natural pest control is possible when you have the right balance of insects in your garden, and there's one 'pest' that fits the bill for the job.

    By Katharine Hansen 2 months ago Read More
  • two rabbits chewing on leaves in a garden

    The Self-Seeding Herb You Can Plant To Keep Rabbits At Bay In The Garden

    If rabbits are continuously visiting your yard to munch on tasty flowers, you can try planting this herb with rough leaves to keep them at bay.

    By R. A. Fletcher 2 months ago Read More
  • Woman spraying liquid fertilizer on her plants

    How To Use Corn Gluten Meal To Fertilize Your Garden

    When it comes to garden fertilization, there are many products on the market to choose from. Corn gluten meal stimulates strong and resilient growth.

    By Hafsa Raja 2 months ago Read More
  • A climbing philodendron outfoors with large green heart-shaped leaves

    Give Your Climbing Plants A Place To Grow With A Clever Repurposing Solution

    With minimal supplies, repurpose bathroom storage as a unique frame for your climbing plants. Try this DIY indoors or outside for a beautiful display.

    By Charlotte D. Miller 2 months ago Read More
  • Vegetable garden in the fall on a foggy morning

    The Vegetable You Should Be Planting In September For Healthy Soil Next Spring

    These plants are fall superheroes — not only are they edible, but they improve the soil over the fall and winter by fixing nitrogen from the air.

    By Barb Hudson 2 months ago Read More
  • blue garden hose that has sprung a leak

    Give An Old Or Broken Garden Hose New Life With This Clever Watering Can Hack

    This simple hack gives an old garden hose new life and solves a watering problem that occurs with large gardens or houseplants on a high shelf.

    By Amber VanWort 2 months ago Read More
  • Closeup of person's hand pouring liquid fertilizer onto young plants

    One Gross Thing From Your Kitchen Actually Makes The Best Fertilizer

    Improve the health of your soil without spending a dime while making use of waste products in the kitchen. As a bonus, this DIY fertilizer doesn't smell.

    By Angela Horn 2 months ago Read More
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