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  • Heads of fresh lettuce grow in rows in a backyard garden.

    How To Cut Lettuce To Encourage A Larger Harvest

    Store-bought salads don't even compare to homegrown lettuce. Thankfully, you can get even more from your crop than you think if you cut it the right way.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 4 months ago Read More
  • Man in t-shirt and jeans watering flowers with a hose on a sunny day

    Watering Plants In Full Sun - Does It Cause More Harm Than Good?

    Many people think the sun will scorch the leaves if you water your plants in the hot sun, but the truth is more complex. Here's what to know.

    By R. A. Fletcher 4 months ago Read More
  • Young green tomato plants with no tomatoes growing in a garden.

    This Classic Soil Mistake Is Probably Why Your Tomato Plants Aren't Growing Fruit

    Once a tomato plant is happy, they can produce more fruit than you know what to do with! But keep this easy mistake in mind to make sure you get tomatoes.

    By Meg Jernigan 4 months ago Read More
  • woman's gloved hand holding garden trowel of soil over a raised bed

    The Soil DIY Your Raised Garden Bed Is Begging For

    After spending your time, money, and effort building a raised garden bed, don't skimp on the soil. This soil DIY ensures your plants have everything they need.

    By Amy Jeanroy 4 months ago Read More
  • A painted leaf begonia growing in a hanging planter.

    Propagate Gorgeous Begonia In Water For A Garden Full Of Color, Here's How

    Want more vibrant begonias in your backyard? These quick-rooting undershrubs are among the easiest plants to propagate in water from freshly pruned cuttings.

    By Lou Siday 4 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of Heinz vinegar bottles on a grocery store shelf, including distilled white vinegar, apple cider vinegar, and gourmet varieties.

    Distilled Or Apple Cider Vinegar: Which Is Best For Getting Rid Of Weeds?

    The acetic acid in vinegar makes a great all-natural herbicide. But are all vinegars created equal? Find out which is the best choice for killing weeds.

    By Ashley Ndebele 4 months ago Read More
  • Hands pressing a tomato seedling into the soil

    Fill Your Garden With More Fresh Tomatoes Using A Simple Gardening Trick

    Want more tomatoes without buying more? This simple propagation trick lets you grow extra plants mid-season, saving money and boosting your garden’s yield.

    By Amy Jeanroy 4 months ago Read More
  • White single family home with green lawn

    The Lawn Fertilizer You Can Make From Common Kitchen Scraps

    Fertilizers are great for improving your lawn's health, and you can make your very own mixture at home using common food scraps in your kitchen.

    By Patricia Hughes 4 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of hand pulling weeds in garden bed

    The Very Important Reason You Should Think Twice Before Deweeding Your Garden

    Weeding is such a common gardening chore that you may assume it's always necessary. But there's one reason why skipping it can be more beneficial.

    By Katharine Hansen 4 months ago Read More
  • A potted monstera plant with drooping leaves sits by a bright window.

    Hack Your Monstera Plant To Make Its Own Support System

    Can't find the perfect pole for your fast-growing monstera? These unwieldy vines have their own way of staying upright that you can learn how to make use of.

    By Katie Leigh Matthews 4 months ago Read More
  • A squirrel in a bird feeder eating a nut

    How To Build A Bird Feeder That Will Keep The Squirrels Out For Good

    Build a bird feeder that attracts birds while keeping squirrels out with proven DIY tips for placement, construction, and safe feeding in your garden.

    By Nevena Radulovic 4 months ago Read More
  • slug causing damage to plant

    Are Old Bottle Caps The Solution To Your Garden Pest Problem, Or A Waste Of Time?

    Before you throw away all of those recyclable plastic bottle caps, consider using them for a more natural approach to pest control in your garden.

    By Patti Kaz 4 months ago Read More
  • closeup of a hummingbird hovering near a flower

    The Best Place For A Hummingbird Swing To Attract Even More Feathered Friends

    Hummingbirds are a treat to spot in the backyard for any bird lover. If you provide your visitors with a swing, you want to ensure they have access to it.

    By Meadow St. Clair 4 months ago Read More
  • Person applying mosquito spray while hiking

    Is The DIY Hack For Mosquito Prevention Worth Trying?

    Does vanilla work to deter mosquitoes or should you stick to tried and true chemicals known to repel these pests, preventing bites and diseases?

    By Candina Jordan 4 months ago Read More
  • A close up of purple comfrey flowers

    The Flowering Perennial That Makes Garden Soil Healthier

    This flowering perennial is easy to grow and it makes a powerful yet smelly all-natural fertilizer for your garden in just a few simple steps.

    By Jo Plumridge 4 months ago Read More
  • A field of lavender in bloom with the sun setting over the mountains to the right and a little shack with a tall tree in the distance to the left.

    Multiply Your Lavender Plants With One Easy Gardening Technique

    With more than 450 varieties of lavender to choose from, many gardeners can't get enough. This method gets you a free baby lavender plant in just a few weeks.

    By Brooke Havrilla-Downes 4 months ago Read More
  • Spaghetti is boiling in a stainless steel pot on an electric stovetop.

    The Downside Of Using Cooking Water In The Garden That You Should Consider

    Using leftover cooking water is a well-known gardening hack, but before you dump pasta water on your plants, there are a few reasons to think twice.

    By Jason Rochlin 4 months ago Read More
  • A tomato plant held up by string

    The Simple String Technique For Growing Strong & Healthy Tomato Plants

    Growing healthy and strong tomato plants can be an arduous task, and there are many ways to do it. This string technique is easy and budget-friendly.

    By Joey Gonzalez 4 months ago Read More
  • Gardener with basket of egg shells spreading crushed shells around tomato plant

    Don't Throw Out Egg Shells: How This Classic DIY Can Transform Your Garden

    Eggshells are high in calcium, an important plant nutrient. But simply scattering eggshells across your garden won't work — here's what will.

    By Meg Jernigan 4 months ago Read More
  • A creative garden scene featuring a vintage, rusted clawfoot bathtub repurposed as a flower planter.

    11 Unexpected Bathroom Items You Could Be Repurposing In Your Garden

    Are you completing a full bathroom reno or swapping out dated fixtures? Many surprising items can be repurposed as garden planters, frost protection, and more.

    By Megan Brame 4 months ago Read More
  • Living room with chair and plants

    8 Brilliant Ways To Use A Toilet Paper Holder For Your Plants

    Despite their name, toilet paper holders are not one-trick ponies. With these 8 genius ideas, you can use them for hanging and displaying plants in your home.

    By Kathleen Shipman 4 months ago Read More
  • Wasp sitting on a pink flower

    14 Stunning Plants That Help Keep Wasps Out Of Your Yard

    Wasps may be pollinators, but their stings make that fact easy to forget. If these insects are not welcome in your yard, here are 14 plants that can deter them.

    By Ana Markosi 4 months ago Read More
  • Grocery cart full of plants in a store's plant aisle

    The Easiest Way To Spot Aldi's New Plants Before They Sell Out

    Aldi's deals are revolving, so it can be hard to know when new plants are available at your local store until it's too late — unless you use this hack.

    By Amber VanWort 4 months ago Read More
  • A hand placing seeds in soil

    Here's How Deep You Should Be Planting Your Seeds (& Why It's So Important)

    No seed packet, no problem — there's an easy rule of thumb to keep in mind to ensure your seeds are at the right planting depth for optimal growth.

    By Kristeen Cherney 4 months ago Read More
  • A bird perched on the edge of a birdbath in a shaded spot in the garden

    Reuse An Old Window For The Simplest DIY Birdbath

    If you want to attract lots of birds to your yard, why not try this simple DIY and grab an old window to transform into a shallow birdbath.

    By Buffy Naillon 4 months ago Read More
  • an open coffee burlap sack with coffee seeds inside

    9 Ways To Repurpose Burlap Coffee Sacks In Your Garden

    Instead of buying new burlap bags every planting season, why not repurpose coffee sacks instead? Here are 9 ways you can reuse them in your garden.

    By Kristy Bowen 4 months ago Read More
  • A lawn with patches of dead grass

    The Popular DIY Fertilizer Hack That Will Ruin Your Lawn

    Exploring DIY fertilizer hacks? Before diving in, learn how this seemingly harmless adult-beverage hack could ruin your lawn with unintended consequences.

    By Bob Beacham 4 months ago Read More
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