18 Plants That Keep Ticks Out Of The Yard
Plants serve many purposes, like attracting pollinators, but this list of beautiful species has a very important job -- repelling disease carrying ticks.
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Martha Stewart Shares Her Tip For Stronger, Healthier Tomato Plants
Martha Stewart knows a thing or two about healthy, homegrown tomatoes. Here's an easy and affordable tip she's been using on her tomatoes for years.
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The Eco-Friendly Garden Watering Method You Might Be Overlooking
There are many ways we can live more sustainable lives, and one such idea involves an eco-friendly garden watering method you probably haven't considered.
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Struggling With Leaf Spot In The Garden? Think Twice Before Trying This TikTok Spray Recipe
Leaf spot disease can quickly wreak havoc on your garden plants and flower beds. This TikTok concoction claims to wipe out the fungus, but does it really work?
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Mixing Seeds With Cornmeal Before Planting: Genius Hack Or A Waste Of Time?
Have you heard about the gardening trick of adding cornmeal to your seeds? Learn the science behind the hack and see if it will actually benefit your plants.
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The Two Herbs That Help Lemon Verbena Thrive
Companion planting is an excellent way to help lemon verbena plants thrive in your garden. These are two of the herbs you should add first.
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The Flavor-Packed Veggie That's Said To Repel Garden Squirrels (& If It Really Helps)
Squirrels are known to cause damage to all kinds of veggies, but there's one that they won't touch — but can it help protect the others, too?
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The Flowering Shrubs That Benefit From A Bit Of Epsom Salt In The Garden
Epsom salt is good for more than soaking sore muscles in the tub. Find out how you can use it in the garden to boost your nutrient-deficient perennial shrubs.
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Don't Throw Out Rubber Gloves - Cut And Use As Waterproof Plant Ties
Rubber gloves worn out from cleaning? This simple trick repurposes them into handy plant ties to keep your garden sustainable and your plants upright.
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The Soothing Herb You Should Plant To Naturally Improve Your Garden's Soil
One soothing herb you may already have growing in a small container can do wonders for the soil in your garden. Naturally improve your soil with this plant.
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Upcycle An Old Toolbox Into The Perfect Wall-Mounted Storage Solution For Garden Tools
Finding the right storage solution for your garden tools can be a challenge. Mount a toolbox that you already own to a wall with this simple and practical DIY.
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Repurpose An Old Butter Dish Into A Simple Propagation Setup
Put an old butter dish to good use by upcycling it for your propagated stems. This will look stylish and create the ideal place for new plants to thrive.
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The Spicy Kitchen Staple That Might Help Keep Slugs & Snails From Eating Your Garden
Slugs and snails ruining your garden? This spicy kitchen staple could be the simple, natural solution you need to keep them away from your plants.
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The Popular Watering Hack You Should Never Use On Succulents
Succulents add a unique look to your garden, but they also have unique watering needs. Find out which popular watering hack isn't compatible with succulents.
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Fight Off Mosquitoes Naturally With The Help Of One Refreshing, Natural Smell
Keeping mosquitoes away is a priority during the warm weather months. With this natural scent, you can repel those pests while basking in an earthy fragrance.
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Aerate The Lawn Without Heavy Equipment Using These 4 Tools Already In Your Garage
Ditch the heavy equipment and aerate your lawn with 4 common tools you probably already have in your garage. It’s easy, effective, and affordable.
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The Surprising Reason You Might Not Want To Seal Your Wood Planters
Wood and water are a combination that is destined to end in sorrow, so sealing your wood planters seems like the obvious choice. Here's why you should hold off.
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The Low-Effort Way To Maintain A Thick, Even Ground Cover
If you have a thick ground cover growing on your property, clearing out dead growth and other debris can be a challenge. Here's an easy way to maintain it.
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Don't Throw Out Popsicle Sticks Without Trying This Adorable DIY Birdhouse
There are lots of ways to reuse popsicle sticks, and one fun idea to give these pieces new life involves an adorable birdhouse DIY for your feathered friends.
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Put One Material At The Bottom Of Your Raised Garden Beds For All Of Its Benefits
While there's nothing worse than having your newly planted garden decimated by visiting wildlife, there is something you can do to protect your precious plants.
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Is This Potato Trick A Genius Way To Propagate Woody Plants With Little Effort?
A potato trick on TikTok shows someone using the tuber to air layer a lemon tree, and we spoke to an expert to get their opinion on its effectiveness.
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The Free DIY Plant Marker Hack Every Gardener Should Know
Always on the hunt for ways to reduce your gardening budget or practice zero-waste growing? Making your own markers can help. This DIY is free and sustainable.
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22 Easy To Grow Companion Plants That Belong Beside Your Cabbage In The Garden
Cabbage grows best with the right neighbors. Discover the 22 best companion plants that are beneficial to your vegetables and also very easy to grow.
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The Unique Weed That's Catching The Attention Of Gardeners In The Southern US
While weeds are the bane of every gardener, sometimes we come across one that's a little unusual and piques curiosity thanks to its somewhat endearing habit.
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The Overlooked Veggie You Should Plant With Tomatoes For A Harvest Full Of Flavor
If you grow tomatoes in the garden, you may know that plants like basil make great companions. But there's one vegetable companion that is often overlooked.
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Warning Signs That Indicate Your Lawn Mower's Blades Need Sharpening
Beyond inspecting your mower's blades, there are other telltale signs the blades need sharpening. From your lawn health to engine issues, we review them all.
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The Hardy Flowering Plant That Thrives When You Add A Little Gravel To The Soil
Gravel can help to increase the drainage of soil, making it a worthwhile additive for plants like this pretty, drought-tolerant, flowering ground cover.
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