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  • garden bed with hand shovel

    This Low-Growing Plant Might Help Control Weeds In Your Garden (& Other Benefits)

    It can feel like a never-ending battle to eliminate weeds in your garden, but luckily, this low-growing plant can help you in that endeavor.

    By Annette Hird August 13th, 2024 Read More
  • two potted white moth orchids

    If Your Orchid Isn't Blooming, You Might Be Making This Easy-To-Fix Mistake

    Discover the common temperature mistake that can prevent your orchid from blooming. Learn how to remedy to problem and encourage your plant to bloom once again.

    By Brandy Eaklor August 12th, 2024 Read More
  • seed sprouter and seeds

    What Is A Seed Sprouter And How Can It Benefit Your Garden?

    A seed sprouter can provide tasty sprouts for your sandwiches and salads, but it might be beneficial for gardeners, too. Here's how you can use it.

    By Annette Hird August 12th, 2024 Read More
  • woman planting rosemary

    Companion Plants That Will Safeguard Your Rosemary Plants From Pests

    If you're growing rosemary, the other plants you grow around it can actually protect it from pests or attract pollinators. Here are the plants that do that.

    By Megan Brame August 12th, 2024 Read More
  • handyman moving broken fridge

    Transform That Broken Fridge Into A Functional Veggie Garden

    It's never fun when your refrigerator breaks and you need to replace it, but the silver lining is you can transform your old fridge into a veggie garden.

    By Naomi Meza August 12th, 2024 Read More
  • opening glass jar in garden

    Glass Jars Are The Hero Of The Garden When You Use Them Like This

    Have some empty glass jars that you want to repurpose in the garden? Find out a simple way they could be beneficial when growing plants from seeds or seedlings.

    By Kate Nicholson August 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Plant sprouting toilet paper roll

    7 Genius TikTok Gardening Hacks To Try (And 2 To Avoid)

    Check out some of the best, easiest, and most genius TikTok hacks to help your garden flourish, as well as a couple hacks that you should avoid.

    By Kathryn Walsh August 11th, 2024 Read More
  • small seeds in person's palm

    Why You Should Mix Small Seeds With Sand Before Sowing

    Teeny tiny seeds are difficult to plant evenly, because they are both difficult to handle and because they tend to get displaced. Here's a tip to help.

    By Lindsay Donaldson August 11th, 2024 Read More
  • Bag of diatomaceous earth

    TikTok's Trick For An Easy Application Of Diatomaceous Earth (& Should You Try It?)

    Looking for an easy and affordable way to spread diatomaceous earth? Look no further than this incredible TikTok hack that will simplify the process.

    By Naomi Meza August 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Healthy young cucumber seedlings

    How To Choose The Best Fertilizer To Use On Your Young Seedlings

    If you've wondered whether you can fertilize young seedlings, you can. But it's important that you use the correct kind of fertilizer at the right times.

    By Annette Hird August 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Person removing garden weeds

    The Fragrant Plant That Can Help Stop Weeds From Taking Over Your Garden

    This surprising but beautiful plant can grow and spread several feet across your garden to help avoid having to pull up weeds in the future.

    By Naomi Meza August 10th, 2024 Read More
  • pour-over coffee filter plant foreground

    Prep For Gardening Season With This Seed-Saving Coffee Filter Trick

    There are many ways to save seeds, but the most budget-friendly may already be in your kitchen. With a few basic supplies, you can easily store seeds

    By Janine Frank August 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Assorted soda cans

    15 Unexpected Ways To Repurpose Empty Soda Cans In Your Home & Garden

    Empty soda cans are among the easiest items to recycle, but did you know they are just as simple to reuse? Here are 15 ways you can use cans for DIY projects.

    By Pamela Siegel August 9th, 2024 Read More
  • lawnmower on green grass

    The Crucial Midsummer Lawn Mowing Tip That Will Help Keep Your Grass Healthy

    As midsummer rolls around and temperatures are at their peak, your lawn may show signs of struggle. Luckily, this lawn mower tip will help keep it healthy.

    By Janine Frank August 9th, 2024 Read More
  • hand scooping up wood chips

    How To Repurpose Wood Chips That Have Started To Get Moldy

    If you've got moldy wood chips in your yard, you might think it's time to get new ones and start over from scratch. Not so fast. You can repurpose them instead.

    By Peg Aloi August 8th, 2024 Read More
  • sowing seeds into trays

    What Is Seed Scarification And Why Should You Try It?

    Discover the benefits of seed scarification. Find out how this process can improve seed germination and ultimately enhance your gardening experience.

    By Annette Hird August 8th, 2024 Read More
  • gray shoelaces on old shoe

    22 Clever Ways To Repurpose Shoelaces In Your Home & Garden

    Old shoelaces, essentially just extra-tough pieces of string, shouldn’t be tossed in the trash. Instead, reuse them in one of these 22 clever ways.

    By Masie O'Toole August 7th, 2024 Read More
  • common groundsel flowering and seeding

    Herbicide Is Not The Only Way To Get Rid Of Common Groundsel Weeds In Your Lawn

    Common groundsel weeds should be removed from lawns as soon as they are spotted. Instead of using harmful herbicides, try removing them using safer methods.

    By Bri Myrick August 7th, 2024 Read More
  • mealybug infestation on agave

    Why Do People Use Hydrogen Peroxide To Treat Mealybugs & Does It Actually Work?

    Uncover the truth about using hydrogen peroxide to combat mealybug infestations. Discover why it's not the best treatment and which alternatives to use instead.

    By Annette Hird August 6th, 2024 Read More
  • Person planting petunia in pot

    Why You Should Rethink This Pool Noodle Plant Hack This Summer

    A recent gardening hack claims you should add pieces of pool noodle to the bottom of large planters to fill in space. This expert says it's not a great idea.

    By A. R. Hopkins August 5th, 2024 Read More
  • aphid infestation on tomato plant

    The Hydrogen Peroxide Hack Gardeners Use To Combat Aphids (& Should You Try It?)

    Diluted hydrogen peroxide seems to have millions of uses, from cleaning to brightening. In the garden, its use increases tenfold, but can it eliminate aphids?

    By Lindsay Donaldson August 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Used coffee grounds being applied in garden

    Think Twice Before Using Coffee Grounds In The Soil Around Your Potatoes

    Coffee grounds may seem like the nutrient boost your potatoes need, but that might not actually be true. Here's what you need to know.

    By Kristeen Cherney August 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Tomatoes ripening on vine

    This Type Of Hummingbird Moth Causes Serious Issues For Your Tomatoes

    While there are many pests that can destroy your tomato plants, ensure you keep an eye out for this type of hummingbird moth that can cause serious problems.

    By Naomi Meza August 5th, 2024 Read More
  • raised herb garden with trowel

    Repurpose These 2 Items To Create Affordable And Colorful Raised Garden Beds

    Are you ready to install raised beds in your home garden? Create a colorful DIY raised bed setup by reusing two objects you may have sitting around the house.

    By Kenna O'Rourke August 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Woman warming hands at campfire

    You Can Turn Used Coffee Grounds Into A Supercharged Fire Starter. Here's How

    If you love coffee, you may think you’ve tried everything to reuse your grounds, from cleaning to gardening. Yet, here’s one you likely missed: making a fire.

    By Kate Cusson August 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Layered planter

    Use A Pool Noodle To Create A Stylish & Sturdy Stacked Planter For Your Yard

    If you're looking to spice up your yard with a stylish stacked planter, check out this great hack involving a pool noodle and some hot glue.

    By Libby Thompson August 5th, 2024 Read More
  • planters hanging on wooden wall

    This Velcro Planter Hack From TikTok Gives Your Patio An Affordable Makeover

    You don't have to spend a ton of money in order to give your patio a stunning upgrade, as this simple hack involving Velcro tape proves.

    By Lilly Paltsev August 4th, 2024 Read More
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