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  • Monarch butterflies feeding on flowers

    Protect Monarch Butterflies From Wasps In Your Garden With These Tips & Tricks

    Monarch butterflies are a beautiful thing to see flying through your garden, but the local wasps are eating them up. Here's how to save the caterpillars.

    By Annette Hird June 9th, 2024 Read More
  • person planting seeds

    Use This Sandpaper Gardening Hack To Speed Up Seed Germination Time

    Waiting for plants to germinate can be a bore, but some seeds need a little help to germinate. Learn all about this gardening hack for stubborn seeds.

    By Lauren Krystaf June 8th, 2024 Read More
  • baking soda over plant

    Ways You Can Safely Use Baking Soda In Your Yard & Garden (& When To Avoid It)

    We're all familiar with baking soda in recipes, but it also has many uses outside the kitchen. From cleaning furniture to altering soil pH, learn them all here.

    By Deirdre Mundorf June 8th, 2024 Read More
  • propagating pothos in water

    The Candle Wax Hack People Use To Propagate Plants (& Should You Try It?)

    Somebody on TikTok might've told you to dip your plants in candle wax. Is it effective, or damaging? Here's why you may want to rethink this approach.

    By Annette Hird June 8th, 2024 Read More
  • Woman picking citrus from a tree

    Citrusy Fruits Are The Key To Attracting Butterflies To Your Garden

    To make your garden butterfly-friendly, you need to understand the habits of these beautiful insects. Start by using citrus plants to attract butterflies.

    By Mimi Mfundisi June 7th, 2024 Read More
  • grandmother and granddaughter gardening

    Joint-Friendly Tools That Can Help You Garden If You Suffer From Arthritis

    If you suffer from arthritis, gardening can be extremely difficult. Check out these tools and suggestions to make gardening easier on your joints.

    By Kaleigh Brillon June 6th, 2024 Read More
  • someone holding coffee grounds garden

    Use Coffee Grounds To Give Tomato Plants A Boost

    Coffee grounds are a common add-in for tomato plant health, but our master gardener Tiffany Selvey has some tips to help you get the best tomatoes possible.

    By Tiffany Selvey June 6th, 2024 Read More
  • spooning soil into seedling trays

    Why You Should Add A Kitchen Spoon To Your Gardening Toolkit

    Kitchen spoons are a must in any household but they can also be incredibly useful in the garden, from sowing seeds to getting rid of pests.

    By Kate Nicholson June 6th, 2024 Read More
  • Open silica gel packet

    9 Creative Ways To Repurpose Silica Gel Packets Around The House

    Instead of tossing silica gel packets in the trash, it may be better to find a way to repurpose them. Here, we've found nine different ways to do so.

    By Madisen Swenson June 5th, 2024 Read More
  • purple Irises close up

    10 Stunning Companion Plants That Belong Alongside Irises In The Garden

    Learn about the best companion plants for irises, and why they're good choices. These plants grow well with irises without overcrowding or overwhelming them.

    By Karli Edmondson-Matthews June 5th, 2024 Read More
  • fuchsia and pink peonies

    15 Peony Companion Plants You Should Avoid In The Garden

    Growing healthy peony plants also means choosing right companion plants. The plants on this list are bad companions for peonies and shouldn't be planted nearby.

    By Jessica Daniels June 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Hand tools for gardening sitting on soil

    10 Genius Hacks To Remove Rust From Your Garden Tools

    Removing rust from your gardening tools isn't impossible and doesn't even require specialized cleaners. Here are some helpful hacks to banish the oxidation.

    By Megan Brame June 5th, 2024 Read More
  • gardener holding weeds

    7 Unexpected Ways To Repurpose Pesky Weeds Around Your Garden

    Learn how to make use of weeds around your home and garden. Instead of throwing weeds away, try one of these DIYs instead, making something useful from weeds.

    By Sarah Coggan June 5th, 2024 Read More
  • Chickens roaming yard outside coop

    Keep Chickens Out Of Your Garden With These Essential Tips & Tricks

    There are many benefits to keeping chickens, but your garden may pay the price. Here are some ways to protect your prized plants from your chickens.

    By Mimi Mfundisi June 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • woman watering plants by trellis

    8 Clever Ways To Repurpose Old Lawn & Garden Items Into A DIY Plant Trellis

    A trellis helps your climbing plants grow, but if you don't want to buy a new one, there are all kinds of old garden items you can use as a makeshift trellis.

    By Masie O'Toole June 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • Daisy growing in desert

    Help Your Flower Garden Survive During A Heat Wave With These Tips & Tricks

    With summer on the way and the planet heating up, you'll want to make sure your flower garden is prepared for heat waves. Here's how to protect it.

    By Ron Baker June 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • gardener spraying fruit tree

    The Best Time Of Year To Spray Fruit Trees To Prevent Worms In Your Fruit

    It's important to spray your fruit trees regularly to keep worms out your beautiful fruit, but there's also a proper time to spray them as well.

    By Sarah Coggan June 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Vertical hydroponics system

    Don't Try TikTok's Dollar Tree DIY For Hydroponic Gardening Without Knowing This

    Sure, you can try hydroponics on a budget with a pool noodle and some vinyl sheeting, but this method presents a few problems.

    By Ron Baker June 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Heuchera growing next to other plants

    3 Beautiful Garden Flowers To Grow Near Colorful Heuchera Plants

    If you're looking for shade-loving plants to complement the bright shades of heuchera, these three make for attractive companions in your garden.

    By Nick Polishchuk June 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Hands shoveling dirt in garden bed

    12 Beautiful Ground Covers That Work Perfectly Under Hydrangeas

    The bare soil beneath hydrangeas is an eyesore, especially with younger plants. Consider growing one of these as ground cover for superb texture and color.

    By Brooke Younger June 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • organza mesh drawstring bags

    The Clever Way You Could Reuse Mesh Jewelry Bags In Your Garden

    Don't toss those mesh jewelry gift bags in the trash. Our master gardener shares creative ways to use them to protect your plants in the garden.

    By Tiffany Selvey June 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • collection of various houseplants

    How To Grow A Mini Rainforest On A Ceramic Vase & How To Keep It Healthy

    Even if you don't live in a rainforest, you can bring the beauty of the warm, wet climate to your home with a ceramic vase and this DIY for a unique houseplant.

    By Kate Nicholson June 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • Tiered garden stand

    DIY A Unique 3-Tier Outdoor Plant Stand Using Only A Few Materials

    Do you want to build an impressive 3-tier outdoor plant stand without spending a fortune? Here's how you do it and everything you'll need to make it happen.

    By Ezekiel Maina June 2nd, 2024 Read More
  • dried sunflower stalks

    The Clever Way You Should Be Reusing Sunflower Stalks In The Garden

    Sunflower stalks are among the most productive accessories to have in your garden, particularly for helping other plants thrive to their full potential.

    By Lauren Krystaf June 1st, 2024 Read More
  • zucchini plant in a garden

    The Lemon-Scented Herb That Thrives Next To Zucchini In The Garden

    Zucchini needs a helping hand with pollination, and one companion plant can draw in pollinators and leave your garden smelling lemony fresh.

    By Rita Kueber June 1st, 2024 Read More
  • Colorful flowers in terracotta pots

    The 10 Plants That Won't Thrive When Grown In A Terracotta Pot

    Terracotta pots are affordable, but sometimes plants need a different container material to do their best. Here are 10 plants that don't do well in terracotta.

    By Mimi Mfundisi June 1st, 2024 Read More
  • cucumber plant bearing fruit

    The Beautiful Orange Flower That Grows Well With Cucumbers In The Garden

    One companion planting option that will help your cucumbers grow well is Calendula officinalis, aka pot marigold, which will liven up your garden.

    By Karli Edmondson-Matthews June 1st, 2024 Read More
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