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  • Grey squirrel eating bird seed

    Squirrels Won't Touch Your Bird Feeder When You Hang It In One Ideal Spot

    Squirrels are notorious for outsmarting bird feeders, but there's a precise way to position one that makes them physically incapable of reaching it.

    By Angela Horn 2 months ago Read More
  • A pot of rosemary sitting on a kitchen counter next to a candle with a watering globe inserted into the pot

    The Affordable Alternative To Glass Plant Watering Globes You Can Snag At Dollar Tree

    Glass watering globes can be useful to keep your plants hydrated when you're not there, but they can be pricey, so we've found a more affordable option.

    By Patti Kaz 2 months ago Read More
  • person weeding in garden

    7 Great Strategies For Removing Weeds And 7 That Aren't Worth Your Time

    There are a ton of weed control methods out there, but are they all actually effective? We break down which are and aren't worth a try, as well as any caveats.

    By Gwen Swanson 2 months ago Read More
  • A variety of different weeds growing right next to a gray fence

    Stop Invasive Weeds From Next Door With These Hardy Garden Plants

    If you're finding that weeds are invading your garden from your next-door neighbor's yard, you can easily crowd them out with hardy plants that you'll enjoy.

    By Meg Jernigan 2 months ago Read More
  • spider on floor of home

    Grow These 11 Plants To Help Keep Spiders Far Away From Your Home

    Some plants and herbs, like catnip and sage, have natural pest-repelling properties that may help keep spiders from entering your house. Here is what to try.

    By Jessica Leibe 2 months ago Read More
  • Hands holding an eggplant in a garden

    The Delicious Herb That'll Help The Eggplant In Your Vegetable Garden Thrive

    This herb pairs as perfectly with eggplant in the garden as it does in the kitchen. It repels insects that can plague eggplants, including pesky flea beetles.

    By Hannah Rainey 2 months ago Read More
  • A clear window bird feeder filled with sunflower seeds.

    The Beautiful Birds To Avoid Inviting To Your Yard

    If you want as many different birds visiting your yard as possible, you should avoid attracting this beautiful but aggressive species. Here's how.

    By William Cennamo 2 months ago Read More
  • Large brown rat in the garden

    The Gorgeous Flower That Doubles As A Powerful Rat Repellent

    Rats are not just unpleasant or annoying—they can do real damage in your yard and garden. Grow this lovely flower, and you'll get a strong natural deterrent.

    By House Digest Staff 2 months ago Read More
  • Two mosquitoes hanging onto a leaf

    Is Ginger Really An Effective Way To Naturally Repel Ants And Mosquitoes?

    When ants and mosquitoes take over your yard, you may be tempted to try natural remedies like ginger to repel them. Find out whether it's really worthwhile.

    By Holly Gates 2 months ago Read More
  • Woman mowing the grass in her lawn

    12 Ways To Transform A Lackluster Lawn Into A Stunning Green Oasis

    If you're grappling with a yellow, patchy, sad-looking lawn, these techniques can turn it into that gorgeous green oasis you've been yearning for.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 2 months ago Read More
  • Close up of purple hardy geraniums

    Make Your Hardy Geraniums Bloom Again With One Quick And Easy Gardening Tip

    Do you want hardy geraniums that are lush and thriving? This super simple tip only takes a bit of time, and will encourage the plants to rebloom.

    By Jo Plumridge 2 months ago Read More
  • A stone birdbath sitting in a beautiful flower garden.

    Easily Clean Your Birdbath With A Medicine Cabinet Essential You Already Own

    Regularly cleaning your birdbath is essential to the health of your feathered friends. This household essential is just strong enough to do the trick.

    By William Cennamo 2 months ago Read More
  • Hummingbird at a feeder.

    Add One Common Fruit To Your Hummingbird Nectar And Watch Them Flock

    Filling feeders with delicious treats is a tried and true way of attracting hummingbirds, so be sure to add this common fruit to their nectar.

    By Barb Hudson 2 months ago Read More
  • Person sat on the floor caring for plants

    12 Easiest Houseplants To Propagate To Fill Your Home With Free Greenery Year-Round

    Propagating houseplants is easier than it sounds, and it's a budget-friendly way to create an indoor jungle in your home. Try these houseplants to get started.

    By Charlotte D. Miller 2 months ago Read More
  • A horde of black ants gathering in the dirt next to a single green leaf

    The Fragrant Herb Essential Oil That Can Keep Ants Away From Your House

    Although ants are part of the natural ecosystem, having them invade your home is not ideal, but there's an aromatic essential oil you can use to keep them out.

    By Sophia Beams 2 months ago Read More
  • A blue plant-watering globe with a plant

    Make Watering Your Moss Pole A Breeze By Using Glass Plant Watering Globes

    Moss poles offer growth support, moisture control, and micronutrients for plants, but they can be high maintenance. Keep them hydrated using a watering globe.

    By Lauren LaMore 2 months ago Read More
  • A grub sitting in garden soil.

    The Popular Herb That Can Help Keep Grubs Out Of Your Garden

    Grubs taking over your garden could leave you with plants that have damaged roots, but lavender could help to deter these pests and many others.

    By Hafsa Raja 2 months ago Read More
  • Three baby skunks in a yard near a wood fence

    The Essential Kitchen Ingredient That May Help Keep Skunks Away

    Curious about a natural way to keep skunks away? Explore the method behind this essential kitchen ingredient that can help deter these annoying critters.

    By Amber VanWort 2 months ago Read More
  • Tick warning sign outside forest trail

    9 Ways To Protect Yourself And Your Home From Ticks This Year

    Ticks can transmit a whole host of diseases, so properly protecting your household is paramount. From natural remedies to synthetic options, here's how you can.

    By Gwen Swanson 2 months ago Read More
  • Two people start seeds indoors

    Is A Heating Mat Always Necessary For Starting Seeds Indoors?

    If you're new to starting plants from seed indoors, you might be wondering whether you absolutely need a heating mat or if there are alternatives you can use.

    By Lauren LaMore 2 months ago Read More
  • close up of gray pencil holder containing writing utensils and brushes

    Why Dollar Tree Pencil Holders Are A Genius Garden Solution

    Pencil holders from Dollar Tree may not seem like an item you can repurpose in the garden, but this one hack provides a genius garden solution.

    By Meadow St. Clair 2 months ago Read More
  • A stunning mixture of pink and purple hydrangeas

    The Natural Fix For Powdery Mildew On Hydrangeas

    The look of those beautiful flowering hydrangeas in your yard can easily be spoiled with the appearance of powdery mildew, but there is a natural solution.

    By Barb Hudson 2 months ago Read More
  • A man's hand touching a thick, green lawn

    The One Solution To Get Better Looking Grass Without A Struggle

    If your lawn is not looking as lush as you would like, there's one easy and quick solution to help bring it back to life and fill in bare patches as well.

    By Theresa Cramer 2 months ago Read More
  • People working together to cut a pallet board

    7 Affordable Backyard DIYs To Reuse Those Old Wooden Pallets

    Pallet projects are a great way to add style and function to your outdoor space. Here are some affordable DIYs so you can put them to use in your backyard.

    By Camille Moore 2 months ago Read More
  • Squirrel in the garden eating a fresh juicy strawberry

    A Simple Trick That'll Stop Squirrels From Eating Your Fruit And Vegetable Garden

    Are squirrels snacking on your fruits and vegetables? Learn about this surprising yet simple hack that will satisfy the squirrel and save your garden.

    By Angela Horn 2 months ago Read More
  • Martha Stewart attends the Time 100 Gala for the Most Influential People in the World at the Frederick P. Rose Hall at Lincoln Center on April 29, 2014 in New York City.

    The Gardening Essential Martha Stewart Repurposes Into An Indoor Plant Stand

    Stylish indoor plant stands aren't cheap. Take a page from Martha Stewart's book and use this common gardening essential as a plant stand instead.

    By Luigi Caler 2 months ago Read More
  • close-up of two sparrows sitting on the ground with grass and feeding seeds

    All The Ways To Prevent Birds From Eating Grass Seed

    If you're growing a lawn, the last thing you want is birds eating the seeds before your lawn can even germinate. Here are simple ways to keep the birds away.

    By Megan Brame 2 months ago Read More
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