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  • Hummingbird enjoying nectar from mason jar feeder

    The Vinegar DIY To Clean Your Mason Jar Hummingbird Feeder (Safe For Birds)

    Keep hummingbirds safe by ditching the store-bought soap in favor of a non-toxic alternative that you already have at home — distilled white vinegar.

    By Amber VanWort 4 months ago Read More
  • Applying copper tape to raised beds to deter slugs and snails

    The Overlooked Mistake That Makes Copper Tape Less Effective At Repelling Slugs & Snails

    Slugs and snails seemingly experience an unpleasant sensation when they come into contact with copper tape, but only if the tape's width is a significant size.

    By Bob Beacham 4 months ago Read More
  • Ants in a garden

    Keep Ants Away With The Help Of A Strong-Smelling Plant They Can't Stand

    Relentless ants may have met their match with this quick growing herb. Learn about the ant-repelling plant that will also smell great in your garden.

    By Manvi Jain 4 months ago Read More
  • Small, white mushrooms growing in grass

    The Natural Solution That Helps Remove Mushrooms From Your Yard

    If you want to get rid of unsightly mushrooms in your yard, simply look to the sky. Find out why the sun plays an important role in removing this fungus.

    By Rhys Lee Hamilton 4 months ago Read More
  • A pile of old plastic plant pots

    Reuse Old Plastic Plant Pots To Make A Serene Water Feature For Your Garden

    A backyard fountain doesn’t have to be expensive or complex. This easy solar-powered DIY water feature brings charm, function, and nature into your space.

    By Bob Beacham 4 months ago Read More
  • A mound of compost with a hoe sticking out and a gardener's boots in the background

    The Exact Amount Of Compost Your Soil Needs (And Why It Matters)

    Compost has a long list of benefits for garden soil, but adding too much is detrimental to both plant health and the environment. Here's what to aim for.

    By R. A. Fletcher 4 months ago Read More
  • Green and red cherry tomatoes on the vine

    The Benefits Of Harvesting Your Tomatoes When They're Slightly Green

    Unlike with some other veggies, you don't need to wait for your tomatoes to fully change color before harvesting — in many ways, it's better not to.

    By Michelle Roberts-Garcia 4 months ago Read More
  • grass in the cracks of a gravel pavement

    The Household Solution That Fights Off Unwanted Weeds In The Garden

    Make a non-toxic weed killer with kitchen pantry staples: One of these will dry out those pesky plants and the other is acidic enough to kill them.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 4 months ago Read More
  • A person dumping soil in a wheelbarrow.

    9 Brilliant Ways To Reuse Old Potting Soil Instead Of Tossing It Out

    If you're clearing out old planters when used soil, don't toss that soil! It may no longer be rich in nutrients, but it still has a lot of uses.

    By Katharine Hansen 4 months ago Read More
  • Black bat house in a park

    Before You DIY That Bat House, Experts Have A Warning

    If you're keen to make your own bat house, take some advice from the experts to ensure that you're providing a safe and welcoming haven for visiting bats.

    By Patricia Hughes 4 months ago Read More
  • Rose garden

    Give Rose Bushes A Natural Boost With A Kitchen Scrap You'd Be Tossing Anyway

    Sure, you could throw this scrap away or add it to your compost. But it's been found to be beneficial to roses all on its own, thanks to its nutrients.

    By Magdalena Becker 4 months ago Read More
  • wooden box with flowers in a garden

    DIY An Adorable Garden Planter Using Repurposed Paint Stir Sticks

    Used paint stir sticks can easily pile up with time. Instead of tossing them, how about using them to craft this affordable yet cute DIY garden planter?

    By Meadow St. Clair 4 months ago Read More
  • An irrigation system watering a lawn

    How You Water Your Lawn Could Be Ruining Your Soil, Depending On What Type You Have

    Watering your grass involves a little more than monitoring the weather and following a schedule. Knowing your soil type is key to a lush lawn.

    By Yasmin Yakout 4 months ago Read More
  • A bunch of hydrangeas in a graden

    The Money-Saving Trick You Need To Grow More Stunning Hydrangeas Every Year

    Hydrangea plants can get pretty pricey at the store, so if you're looking to expand your landscape to include more, you can't beat the price of this process.

    By Brooke Dougherty 4 months ago Read More
  • Hands hold a ripening cluster of tomatoes on the vine

    Can You Really Speed Up Your Tomato Harvest With Aluminum Foil?

    Many gardeners use aluminum foil to reflect sunlight on to their tomatoes and speed up the ripening process. But does this technique actually work?

    By Katie Flannery 4 months ago Read More
  • A hand holding compact clay soil

    The Affordable Kitchen Essential That Can Loosen Your Compact Clay Soil

    Clay soil is hard to work, but this inexpensive kitchen ingredient helps improve the structure of clay soil and make it more suitable for gardening.

    By Bob Beacham 4 months ago Read More
  • A woman waters her plants in a white tub surrounds by other green plants under a skylight in the bathroom.

    The Simple Fork Hack That'll Help Your Houseplants Thrive

    Your houseplant soil needs more than water and sunlight. Here’s how to use a simple fork to revitalize compacted soil for healthier roots.

    By Brooke Havrilla-Downes 4 months ago Read More
  • Martha Stewart smiling with filled stadium seats in the background

    Martha Stewart Is Begging You To Avoid This Gardening Beginner Mistake

    If you want to have a garden as impressive as Martha Stewart's one day, avoid this rookie mistake at all costs or you'll be in way over your head.

    By Luigi Caler 4 months ago Read More
  • Healthy purple coneflowers blooming

    Add A Little Gravel To Your Soil When Growing Coneflowers & Watch Them Thrive

    As perennials, coneflowers require healthy soil to thrive in the same spot year after year. Adding gravel can help achieve that — here's how.

    By Lou Siday 4 months ago Read More
  • squash plant

    8 Clear Signs The Squash Plants In Your Garden Need To Be Pruned

    Pruning can help your squash plants have a higher yield, but you need to know when to do this for optimal results. Here are 8 signs to be on the lookout for.

    By Patti Kaz 4 months ago Read More
  • Sloped garden with grass and flowers

    The Long-Term Solution For Improving Heavy Clay Soil In Sloped Gardens

    Slopes and heavy clay soil can cause similar issues in your garden, like erosion and drainage issues. Luckily, that means one solution can fix both.

    By Katharine Hansen 4 months ago Read More
  • A women gardening in a mature garden

    9 Genius Ways To Use Apple Cider Vinegar To Transform Your Garden

    Apple cider vinegar isn’t just for your pantry. It has so many uses in your yard, including hacks for cleaning, gardening, and improving soil health.

    By Jo Plumridge 4 months ago Read More
  • A gardener places garlic cloves in a prepared soil bed.

    How To Optimize Your Soil To Grow Bigger And Better Garlic

    If your garlic is not putting out big, properly formed bulbs, you'll want to test and adjust the soil to ensure the composition is optimized.

    By Rachael Green 4 months ago Read More
  • Grey squirrel eating berries

    Can Aluminum Foil Actually Help Save Your Garden From Squirrels?

    Aluminum foil is a must-have in the kitchen, but could you use it in the garden to protect your plants from squirrels? Let's examine the evidence.

    By Kristeen Cherney 4 months ago Read More
  • woman harvesting tomatoes off a plant into a basket

    The Fastest And Easiest Way To Hand-Pollinate A Large Quantity Of Tomatoes

    If you're tired of fiddly hand-pollination there is an unexpected but surprisingly effective way to boost your tomato yield with zero brushes or swabs.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 4 months ago Read More
  • hand holding a sage plant

    Why Gardeners Swear By Fragrant Sage To Keep Ants Away (And Does It Work?)

    If you have problems with ants in your garden, try planting sage as gardeners find it effective. Learn more about this natural and fragrant repellant.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 4 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of a colorful hummingbird perched on a blurred corner

    How To Turn Your Tiny Balcony Into A Hummingbird Oasis

    You don't need a ton of space to create a haven that hummingbirds will love. Even a tiny balcony can become a reliable nectar source with the right flowers.

    By Philip Trapp 4 months ago Read More
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