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  • Indoor herb garden in windowsill

    How To Container Garden Indoors In The Winter

    Bring your garden indoors during the winter with containers to keep your crops going year-round. Light and the soil you use will be keys to your success.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 8 days ago Read More
  • A variety of pruning tools for winter laying on the grass and snow

    The Fruit That Should Be Pruned In Winter

    Winter can be harsh on plants, so interference might seem like exacerbation. This not the case with this fruiting plant that welcomes winter treatments.

    By Alisha Land 9 days ago Read More
  • Someone picking cherry tomatoes off of a potted plant

    Not Eggshells Or Banana Peels: This Forgotten Kitchen Liquid Helps Tomato Plants Thrive

    Few foods are tastier than tomatoes fresh off the vine, and if you have a tomato plant of your own, give it an extra nutritional boost with this liquid.

    By Katie Barton 9 days ago Read More
  • A mole perched on top of a molehill

    12 Ways That You Could Be Attracting Moles Into Your Yard (And How To Fix It)

    Is there an abundance of molehills in your backyard or lawn that's ruining your day? There are likely a few things that keep bringing moles to your yard.

    By Daniel Warden 10 days ago Read More
  • Beautiful Christmas cactus in full bloom

    The Simple Hack That Will Have Your Christmas Cactus Blooming In No Time

    It's disappointing if your Christmas cactus doesn't bloom during the winter season, but there are some easy tricks to ensure you see some flowers.

    By Barb Hudson 10 days ago Read More
  • Close up of person holding snake plant

    The Kitchen Leftover Your Snake Plant Will Love

    Snake plants are super popular houseplants, and if you want to give yours a nutritional boost with your culinary cast-offs, hold on to this.

    By Magdalena Becker 10 days ago Read More
  • Hand seeding lawn

    The Best Time To Dormant Seed A Lawn (& How To Do It Correctly)

    Dormant seeding is a technique that takes advantage of winter temperatures to plant grass so that by spring you're growing a healthy, lush lawn.

    By Ana Markosi 11 days ago Read More
  • A gardener trying to remove weeds from a herbaceous border

    Avoid Weeds Growing In Perennials With A Method That Plant Lovers Will Be Happy To Try

    Rather than letting weeds overpower and weaken your perennials, try this clever hack that stops these pesky plants from spouting up in the soil.

    By Aleem Ahmad 12 days ago Read More
  • A snowy house

    12 Winter Home And Garden Hacks We Learned From TikTok

    TikTok is an endless fountain of hacks, and if you're prepping for winter but don't know where to start, then use these tips to make chilly life easier.

    By Megan Brame 12 days ago Read More
  • Young woman harvests fruit from multiple trees.

    4 Ways To Propagate A Fruit Tree For An Endless Supply Of Delicious Produce

    Fruit trees can yield abundance for your home, if propagated correctly. Instead of using seeds, consider these four methods for reproducing high yield plants.

    By Katharine Hansen 12 days ago Read More
  • Gloved hand spreading wood ash in garden bed with trowel.

    Always Keep Your Wood Ashes — Here Are The 15 Plants That Love Them

    Wood ashes don't have to be disposed of. They can actually be useful in your garden, but only if you know how to use them properly and which plants need them.

    By Ana Markosi 13 days ago Read More
  • A large Christmas cactus with many red blooms.

    This Soil Mix Will Keep Your Christmas Cactus Happy & Thriving, According To Our Garden Expert

    Our in-house master gardener shares her DIY soil mix recipe for a thriving Christmas cactus. Hint: It needs more moisture than you think.

    By Tiffany Selvey 13 days ago Read More
  • Gardener adding rich soil to a raised garden bed

    12 Simple Soil Additions That Will Help These Common Herbs Thrive

    These tips and tricks are simple and easy to follow, which will help keep your herb garden bright, aromatic, and ready to use in your cooking.

    By Katy Willis 13 days ago Read More
  • tTree growing in a container on a patio

    The Tropical Fruit Tree Perfect For Your Patio That Can Thrive In A Container

    You don't need to live in the jungle to have this tropical fruit tree in your home. It can simply thrive in a container on the patio out back.

    By Candina Jordan 14 days ago Read More
  • A fall garden with a pathway winding through it.

    Use Dying Garden Flowers To DIY Fall & Winter Displays For Your Home

    Think dried flower arrangements are out of your budget? Think again! Snip dead or dying plant materials from your own garden to create pretty seasonal displays.

    By Peg Aloi 14 days ago Read More
  • A gardener prunes bushes with loppers in a fall garden.

    How Much Should You Upgrade Your Garden As A Renter?

    Gardening in rentals is challenging. Often, you're unsure how long you'll stay or what changes you can make. Knowing a few general guidelines can help you plan.

    By Patricia Hughes 14 days ago Read More
  • A large Japanese maple tree with fall foliage in a landscaped backyard.

    Why It Is Paramount That You Prune Your Japanese Maple

    Japanese maples are pretty and mostly hardy trees within their growing zone. Like most trees, however, they still need regular maintenance, including pruning.

    By Katie Flannery 14 days ago Read More
  • Person waters a spider plant on a table with a green watering can.

    Not Daily, Not Weekly: Here's How Often To Water Your Spider Plant This Winter

    Wondering why your spider plant is looking droopy in winter? Giving it a drink of water might not be the fix it needs. In fact, the soil may be waterlogged.

    By Alisha Land 14 days ago Read More
  • A red Japanese maple tree standing in a yard with other maples and plants.

    The Pruning Mistake To Avoid Making With Your Japanese Maple Tree

    Japanese maples are a stunning addition to any garden, but only if you care for them properly. That includes knowing how to prune them for health and shape.

    By R. A. Fletcher 14 days ago Read More
  • Woman reading the label on a bottle of cooking oil while standing in a kitchen

    7 Clever Ways To Use Cooking Oil In The Garden (And 4 To Avoid)

    From silencing squeaky metalworks to killing weeds, cooking oil does more than impart delicious flavors to food. But as with everything, there are caveats.

    By Daniel Warden 15 days ago Read More
  • Pruning tools sitting on the railing of a wooden deck overlooking a backyard garden.

    The Popular Fruit Tree You Should Be Pruning In December For Healthier, Tastier Results

    Prune in winter to get the most out of the investment of time and money you put into this fall-fruiting tree — that is, lots of tasty treats at harvest time.

    By Alisha Land 17 days ago Read More
  • Person dumping rinse water from rice into the sink

    Always Keep Your Rice Water. Here Are The Plants That Love It

    Rice water is a great fertilizer, packed with starch and nutrients. Not all plants love it, though, so it's important to only use it in some cases.

    By Charlotte D. Miller 18 days ago Read More
  • Top view of lawn grass affected by snow mold

    The Simple Lawn Care Tip That Prevents Snow Mold During Winter

    During the long winter months when you lawn is covered in snow, a problem may develop. The excess moisture can cause snow mold, but you can prevent it.

    By Nevena Radulovic 18 days ago Read More
  • A collection of Ben & Jerry's ice cream containers stacked on supermarket shelves.

    The Creative Ways You Should Repurpose Ben & Jerry's Containers

    When you finish a pint of Ben & Jerry's, you can recycle it. Or, you could give it a second life and make it the center of your next DIY project.

    By Jason Rochlin 18 days ago Read More
  • A smiling couple prepares their live Christmas tree in their home

    Why You Should Be Pruning Your Christmas Tree (And The Best Way To Do It)

    Pruning is essential to the health of many landscaping trees, but did you know that your Christmas tree can benefit from pruning, too? Yes, even cut ones.

    By Andrea Crowley-Hughes 19 days ago Read More
  • a dwarf cherry tree in blossom in a backyard

    9 Compact Cherry Tree Varieties That Will Thrive In Your Small Garden

    Figuring out which cherry tree to plant in your smaller garden shouldn't be a chore, so we've compiled a list of perfect plants to get you started.

    By Aleem Ahmad 19 days ago Read More
  • spider plants in a planter in front of a window

    Signs You May Be Watering Your Spider Plant Too Much

    Spider plants have the reputation of being nearly unkillable, so how comes yours is losing its leaves and looking sad? The answer might be overwatering.

    By Alisha Land 20 days ago Read More
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