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  • Four raised garden beds

    10 Items That You Shouldn't Be Filling A Raised Garden Bed With

    It's understandable to want to be resourceful when filling raised garden beds, but you can't throw just anything in there. He's what to avoid and why.

    By Deirdre Mundorf 2 months ago Read More
  • flower pots with tomato cages

    The 11 Best Ways To Repurpose Tomato Cages

    Whether you bought too many or inherited a bunch of tomato cages, take a beat before tossing them out. Consider repurposing your tomato cages in these ways.

    By Jahaira Arthur 2 months ago Read More
  • Brown snail crawling on green lettuce leaf

    The Companion Plant That Can Help Keep Slugs Away From Your Lettuce

    Slugs find your garden lettuce tantalizing. However, planting this herb nearby can help repel these critters and reduce any damage to your lettuce.

    By Jessica Steinhoff 2 months ago Read More
  • Person adding soil backfill to a pine tree sapling

    Planting A Tree? Be Careful About Using Compost

    This might come as a surprise but compost could actually harm your newly planted tree. Find out why this happens and learn alternative ways to amend the soil.

    By Kim W.S. 3 months ago Read More
  • Popsicle stick plant stakes in herb garden

    Rustic Country-Chic Plant Stakes You Can DIY With Wood Cuttings

    For a clever way to enhance your gardening experience on a budget, consider rustic, country-chic plant stakes. Here's how to DIY these with wood cuttings.

    By Amanda Anthony 3 months ago Read More
  • A gardener wearing yellow gloves spreads bark mulch over landscape fabric pinned to a garden bed.

    Save Money On Ground-Cover Planting With An Unexpected Closet Staple

    When using a fabric or plastic ground cover in your garden or landscaping, check out how to save money by repurposing an unexpected item in your clothes closet.

    By Kate Nicholson 3 months ago Read More
  • A man in orange gloves removing weeds

    The Alcoholic Beverage That'll Eliminate The Weeds Growing Between Your Pavers

    Have you noticed unsightly weeds growing in between your concrete pavers? Well, look no further than your liquor cabinet for a clear solution to your problem.

    By Brooke Dougherty 3 months ago Read More
  • Herbs planted in a tiered wooden box

    The Kitch​​en Scrap Your Woody Garden Herbs Need For All Its Benefits

    Woody herbs like rosemary, lavender, and thyme typically don't need much fertilization, but this one item that usually goes into the trash could be beneficial.

    By Theresa Cramer 3 months ago Read More
  • Person adding coffee grounds to a kitchen compost bucket

    Why You Should Consider Reaching For Coffee Grounds When Growing Hydrangeas

    If you have spent coffee grounds leftover from your morning cup of joe, mixing them in with the soil around your hydrangeas could cause surprising results.

    By Annette Hird 3 months ago Read More
  • Close-up photograph of tomatoes growing on a vine

    The Unexpected Secret Weapon Some Gardeners Are Using To Grow Perfect Tomatoes

    Tomatoes are generally easy to grow, even for inexperienced gardeners. With this unexpected material, growing bountiful tomato harvests becomes even easier.

    By Anna Michnowicz 3 months ago Read More
  • A slug eating through a light green leaf

    The Popular Garden Myth For Deterring Slugs That Can't Be Trusted

    Simple pest control solutions might seem tempting to try, but this common slug deterrent method might actually cause more harm than good in your garden.

    By Alyssa H. 3 months ago Read More
  • Metal Keurig cup holder with several spaces filled with either tea or coffee, set on a table next to a cup

    Why Plant Lovers Should Always Thrift A Keurig Cup Holder

    Don't skip that Keurig cup holder at the thrift store! It can become the basis of a stunning plant lover's DIY project that enhances your plant collection.

    By Bri Ahearn 3 months ago Read More
  • Vintage plate with leaves and spoons

    Thrift Some Plates To Give Your Garden A Unique Transformation On A Budget

    Looking to transform your garden on a budget? Thrift unique plates and explore this creative and simple DIY to add charm and personality to your outdoor space.

    By Amanda Anthony 3 months ago Read More
  • rocky road with overgrown weeds

    The Easy Solution For Treating And Preventing Weeds In Gravel

    If you've got weeds poking up through your gravel driveway, there's an easy and affordable DIY solution to put them back in the ground.

    By Meadow St. Clair 3 months ago Read More
  • Background made of various wine bottle corks

    The Wine Cork Hack That Keeps Exhausted Pollinators Cool & Refreshed During Summer

    If you are looking for a way to give the pollinators a helping hand, try this easy and clever hack that is sure to have the bees buzzing over to your yard.

    By Bri Ahearn 3 months ago Read More
  • Yogurt containers are repurposed as seed starting pots.

    Don't Throw Out Empty Yogurt Containers Without Trying A Fun Gardening Hack First

    Instead of throwing out your used yogurt cups, you could repurposing those containers. Try this clever gardening hack that will plant the seeds of creativity.

    By Andrea Crowley-Hughes 3 months ago Read More
  • Star jasmine climbs brick

    Fertilize Star Jasmine The Right Way For An Extra Burst Of Fragrance

    Star jasmine is known for its strong and intoxicating fragrance. To get the most from these blooms, here's how and when to fertilize your plant.

    By Alyssa H. 3 months ago Read More
  • Kitchen garden with marigolds, borage, wild indigo, sunflowers

    8 Stunning Flowers That Quietly Enrich Your Garden's Soil While They Bloom

    Whether you prefer scented flowering vines or herbs with dainty blooms, there is a stunning flower for your garden to enrich and enhance the soil.

    By Theresa Cramer 3 months ago Read More
  • A black metal shovel is partially covered by soil.

    Old-Fashioned Ways To Revive Garden Soil (And How To Do It Today)

    We all love a new garden hack from time to time, but it's hard to beat tried-and-true advice. Follow this expert's advice for ways to revive garden soil.

    By Peg Aloi 3 months ago Read More
  • A woman puts a large potted spider plant into a wall-hung woven planter in her home.

    The Counterintuitive Trick To Making Spider Plants Look Fuller

    Spider plants are an easy to grow and maintain houseplant, making them popular among plant parents. Here's a counterintuitive trick to make them appear fuller.

    By Kate Nicholson 3 months ago Read More
  • Brightly colored nasturtiums flowers growing in a garden

    Why This Viral DIY Planter Hack Isn't As Convenient As It Seems

    Folks who don't have the most convenient spaces for gardening might turn to this planter hack for a solution. However, it has some notable shortcomings.

    By Bob Beacham 3 months ago Read More
  • A woman happily pruning flowers

    15 Flowering Companion Plants That Can Ward Off Pests From Garden Cucumbers

    If you want to protect your pest and disease-prone cucumbers for a bountiful harvest, consider planting one of these 15 plants alongside them.

    By Olasubomi Gbenjo 3 months ago Read More
  • Three flowering hanging flowers hang on a roof.

    The Easy DIY That Makes Plastic Plant Hangers Look Expensive

    Are you tired of cheap, plastic plant hangers letting down the overall look of your space? There's an easy DIY that makes them look expensive.

    By Paige Mathieu 3 months ago Read More
  • A gardener plants a small tomato plant in the ground.

    Save Tomato Plants From Bugs With A Genius Nighttime Gardening Hack

    Is your tomato being attacked by an invisible enemy? It may be a pest that comes out at night! Use this genius nighttime gardening hack to put a stop to it.

    By Zenobia Harris 3 months ago Read More
  • A perennial border including salvia, roses, and other plants.

    The Easiest And Most Affordable Way To Make A Perennial Border In Your Garden

    Filling your space with new plants can be expensive, but this simple method can allow you to multiply your existing plants with next to no effort.

    By Theresa Cramer 3 months ago Read More
  • Sunlight filled room with full, bushy houseplants

    The Simple Trick That Encourages New Growth For Fuller Plants

    Achieve fuller houseplants with this simple trick that encourages them to put out new growth. It requires nothing but a knife and a bit of patience.

    By Jessica Steinhoff 3 months ago Read More
  • Top-down view of cilantro growing in a white rectangular pot outdoors

    Your Cilantro Plants Will Flourish With The Help Of One Household Essential

    Are you having trouble getting your cilantro plants to flourish? This surprising but common household item will help the plant survive and thrive.

    By Max Gross 3 months ago Read More
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