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  • Woman removing weeds in garden

    Eliminate Invasive Weeds In Flower Beds With These Tips From Our Garden Coach

    Invasive weeds can take root in your garden quickly. Here are some tips from gardening experts on the best techniques to keep these weeds out.

    By Brooke Younger 11 months ago Read More
  • deck with flowering plants

    The Popular Flowers Some Gardeners Grow To Deter Ticks (& Does It Actually Work?)

    Deterring ticks from your yard can seem like an exhausting job, but could this popular flower actually keep the annoying pests away? Many gardeners think so.

    By Annette Hird 11 months ago Read More
  • grocery store sweet potatoes

    Can You Regrow Sweet Potatoes From The Grocery Store? Here's What You Should Know

    Growing sweet potatoes can seem overwhelming. Can you make it easier by simply regrowing a sweet potato from the grocery store? Let's find out.

    By Paige Mathieu 11 months ago Read More
  • coffee grounds in trash

    Don't Toss Coffee Grounds Into Your Compost Pile Without Knowing This

    While coffee grounds can be very beneficial in the compost pile, there's an important caveat you should know before you throw them straight in.

    By Lindsay Donaldson 11 months ago Read More
  • Tropical hibiscus in garden

    Leftover Ingredients You Can Use To Fertilize Your Hibiscus Plant

    If you'd like to grow beautiful hibiscus plants that thrive in your garden, try adding these leftover ingredients to give them a boost of nutrients.

    By Pamela Siegel 11 months ago Read More
  • Picking zucchini straight from the vine in the garden.

    The Ingredient For A Thriving Zucchini Plant Is Already In Your Kitchen

    Your morning cup of coffee can do more than just perk you up -- it can also give your zucchini plants an extra boost of nutrients when used correctly.

    By Baylee Bunce 11 months ago Read More
  • gloved hands pulling weeds

    15 Common Household Items That Can Be Repurposed To Help Control Weeds

    Having trouble with weeds in unwanted places? You may not need to run to the store just yet. Check out some solutions straight from your closet or pantry.

    By Sharon Kong Perring 11 months ago Read More
  • weed in garden

    Weeds Don't Stand A Chance Against This Simple Cardboard Box Hack

    Looking for a chemical-free way to get rid of weeds while also helping the environment? Our master gardener tells us how you can do so using cardboard boxes.

    By Jahaira Arthur 11 months ago Read More
  • Pink rhododendrons in bloom

    Why Do People Add Coffee Grounds When Growing Rhododendrons & Should You Try It?

    Coffee grounds are a useful and economical soil amendment for home gardeners, but this is why are people adding it to rhododendron shrubs. Should you try it?

    By Sakshi Khaitan 11 months ago Read More
  • spider in a web

    The Plant Some Gardeners Grow To Deter Spiders Naturally & Does It Actually Work?

    Many gardeners believe that growing this specific plant will help repel spiders from your home or yard. But does it work, and should you try growing one too?

    By Annette Hird 11 months ago Read More
  • Cherry tomatoes growing in kitchen

    17 Ways To Grow Delicious Tomatoes Without A Backyard

    Don't let your limited space keep you from growing tomatoes. Even those who don't have a backyard can grow delicious produce with these 17 unique ideas.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 11 months ago Read More
  • Man pouring items onto compost pile

    One Quick Addition Will Help You Control Bad Odors In Your Compost Bin

    If your compost bin has seen (or smelled) better days, get rid of bad odors with this one quick and easy addition that composting beginners can forget.

    By Kourtney Borman 11 months ago Read More
  • succulent cuttings

    Make The Perfect Mini Succulent Garden With Your Old Egg Cartons

    Your leftover egg cartons can be transformed into a mini succulent garden with this easy DIY that gives these plants a home you can put indoors and outdoors.

    By Marco Rossi 11 months ago Read More
  • creeping Charlie weeds with blooms

    Does Lemon Oil Kill Creeping Charlie Weeds (And Should You Try It?)

    If you have creeping Charlie in your yard, you know how fast it can grow. Discover if lemon oil could be an effective natural solution for killing these weeds.

    By Andrea Romano 11 months ago Read More
  • hydroponic garden with lettuce

    The Essential Role Of Hydrogen Peroxide In Hydroponic Gardening

    You may already know that you can use hydrogen peroxide in the garden, but it plays an especially essential role if you're growing hydroponic plants.

    By Bri Myrick 11 months ago Read More
  • Hands planting a green plant

    Are Pencil Shavings The Unexpected Secret Weapon For A Thriving Garden?

    Perhaps you've heard that pencil shavings can be added to the compost pile or used to repel pests from plants. Discover if these claims are true or not.

    By Andrea Romano 11 months ago Read More
  • person working in greenhouse soil

    Why And How People Use Hydrogen Peroxide For Greenhouse Soil (& Should You Try It?)

    Peroxide is useful in nearly any room of the house but what about the greenhouse? It can certainly disinfect your surfaces, but it may also have soil benefits.

    By Lindsay Donaldson 11 months ago Read More
  • thriving hibiscus flowers red yellow

    Your Hibiscus Plants Thrive With The Help Of This Leftover Kitchen Staple

    Before you throw away this common household leftover ingredient, consider adding it to your hibiscus plants to help them grow healthier and happier.

    By Annette Hird 11 months ago Read More
  • person adding food scraps to soil

    Fertilize Your Garden With A Common Leftover Ingredient From Your Kitchen

    Could your plants use a little boost? This leftover kitchen scrap can be made into a liquid fertilizer for your garden. Here's how to do it.

    By Jahaira Arthur 11 months ago Read More
  • Apple trees

    The Hydrogen Peroxide Hack People Use When Growing Fruit Trees (& Should You Try It?)

    A good gardening hack is cheap, effective, and easy to apply. So, how does this one with hydrogen peroxide applied to fruit trees hold up? Let's find out.

    By Sakshi Khaitan 11 months ago Read More
  • healthy pepper plant in garden

    Why People Sprinkle Coffee Grounds On Their Pepper Plants (& Should You Try It?)

    Coffee grounds have loads of uses around the garden, and people online are finding new reasons to spread them around their plants, like adding nutrients.

    By Annette Hird 11 months ago Read More
  • spurge weed growing in sidewalk crack

    Mistakes Everyone Makes When Dealing With Invasive Spurge Weed

    Spurge weeds can quickly take over your yard if you aren't proactive about removing them. To get the most effective results, avoid these removal mistakes.

    By Deirdre Mundorf 11 months ago Read More
  • Hummingbird feeder with ants

    Keep Ants Out Of Hummingbird Feeders With Fresh-Smelling Herbs

    Ants aren't only annoying pests around the home, they can also keep hummingbirds from visiting your feeder. Here are some ways to keep them away.

    By Kristeen Cherney 11 months ago Read More
  • watering seeds with bottle

    Why Do People Water Seeds With Warm Water & Should You Try It?

    Should your new seeds be watered with warm water? We spoke to House Digest master gardener Tiffany Selvey to find out if this gardening hack actually works.

    By Paige Mathieu 11 months ago Read More
  • woman painting birdhouse light blue

    DIY A Charming Birdhouse By Reusing Old Tile Pieces

    Repurpose leftover tiles and other small decorative items with this fun DIY. You'll turn a plain old ordinary birdhouse into a mosaic masterpiece.

    By Darby Wagler 11 months ago Read More
  • Baking soda around plants

    Why Do People Use Baking Soda To Deter Chipmunks & Does It Actually Work?

    If chipmunks are a problem in your yard or garden, you might want to seek out a natural way to deter them. We spoke to a biologist to see if this hack works.

    By Paige Mathieu 11 months ago Read More
  • goth garden ornate railing

    Transform Your Yard Into A Hauntingly Beautiful Oasis With These Goth Garden Ideas

    If you want to create a gorgeous garden but don't like the look of vibrant and colorful tones, learn how to create a dark but beautiful goth garden instead.

    By Lauren Krystaf 11 months ago Read More
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