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  • Gardener holding an invasive jumping worm

    You Can Use An Easy Vinegar Trick To Kill Worms In Your Garden (But Should You?)

    There are many kinds of worms you might find in your garden, and there's a simple vinegar trick you can use to kill them. But, is that a good idea?

    By Paige Mathieu November 10th, 2024 Read More
  • Someone planting a ground cover plant in fresh soil

    Why You Might Consider Using Mulch With Ground Cover Plants (& How To Do It Right)

    Discover the benefits of using mulch with ground cover plants and get tips for which types to use and the proper application to keep your garden healthy.

    By Annette Hird November 10th, 2024 Read More
  • box of tangled cords

    8 Unexpected Ways To Repurpose Charging Cords & Cables Around The House

    These days, charging cords and other wires and cables pile up. Instead of tossing or pawning them off to guests, reuse them in one of these unexpected ways.

    By Kate Cusson November 10th, 2024 Read More
  • strawberry clamshell containers

    Do Strawberry Containers Make The Perfect Mini Greenhouses For Seedlings?

    Discover if you can turn the plastic clamshell containers that strawberries come in at the grocery store into mini greenhouses to grow seedlings.

    By Kim Griffin November 10th, 2024 Read More
  • gloved hands pulling out green weeds

    Get Rid Of Tough Weeds With A Handy Garden Tool

    Is it impossible for you to pull up woody weeds in your yard? Discover a handy garden tool that will make it much easier to remove those pesky weeds.

    By Lindsay Donaldson November 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Hands pouring liquid with watering can

    How To Sterilize Soil With Hydrogen Peroxide (And Why You Should)

    If you want to keep your plants in tiptop shape, you might consider sterilizing your soil with hydrogen peroxide. Here's how to do it -- and why you should.

    By Melody Ip November 9th, 2024 Read More
  • A glass of milk is placed by a plant outside

    Does Milk Actually Work To Treat Mildew In Your Garden?

    If you've noticed mildew in your garden, you may be wondering if there are alternative remedies you can try, such as milk. But does it actually work?

    By Kim Griffin November 9th, 2024 Read More
  • broken terracotta pot with plant

    Should You Use Pieces Of Broken Flower Pots As Drainage Material For Planters?

    The idea of using pieces of broken flower pots as drainage material for planters has been around for a while, but should you try it? Some say no. Here's why.

    By Melody Ip November 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Someone holding garden seeds in their hand.

    Tips And Tricks For Winter Seed Sowing

    Direct sowing and starting seeds indoors are common practices for starting a garden, but what if you could get a head start on your plants in the winter?

    By Lauren Krystaf November 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Someone opening a mesh fruit bag

    Don't Throw Out Your Fruit Bags Until You Try One Creative Garden Hack

    If you're looking for creative ways to repurpose would-be trash into useful items, here's the clever gardening DIY you can create using fruit bags.

    By Lindsay Donaldson November 9th, 2024 Read More
  • An up close side view of a blooming gardenia bud

    The Pruning Mistake That Is Causing Your Gardenia Not To Bloom

    Discover the common pruning mistake that may be preventing your gardenia from blooming. Learn how to correct it for vibrant, healthy flowers in your garden.

    By Annette Hird November 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Rows of stacked terra cotta saucers

    Grab An Old Terra Cotta Plant Saucer & Watch What You Can Grow

    Transform an old terra cotta plant saucer into a creative gardening. Discover how to make the most of this simple DIY idea for thriving plants.

    By Kim Griffin November 9th, 2024 Read More
  • A person holding a scoop of baking soda on a trowel

    The Baking Soda Hack Some Gardeners Use When Growing Asparagus (& Should You Try It?)

    If you're hoping to grow delicious and thriving asparagus, there are several hacks you can try. Some include using baking soda - however, does it work?

    By Madisen Swenson November 9th, 2024 Read More
  • Old red Maxwell House coffee can on counter

    Reuse Your Coffee Container To Keep Plants Happy With Fresh Rainwater

    Instead of throwing away your empty coffee containers, clean them out and discover how to repurpose them to water your garden plants with rainwater.

    By Madisen Swenson November 7th, 2024 Read More
  • henbit plant in bloom with narrow pink flowera

    The Best Type Of Weed-Killer For Wiping Out Pesky Henbit

    Henbit might look like a fun flowering plant, but it can be difficult to eradicate once it grabs your lawn. Here is the best weed killer for wiping it out.

    By Osi Egwuogu November 7th, 2024 Read More
  • Does the color of mulch matter for tomatoes?

    Can Using Red Mulch Really Increase Your Tomato Harvest?

    It's hard to believe that something a simple as the color of plastic mulch might have an effect on the number of tomatoes you get, but it may help!

    By Kandice Vincent November 6th, 2024 Read More
  • Some roses may benefit from frost protection.

    Why Garbage Bags Won't Protect Your Plants From Frost (& What To Do Instead)

    When an unexpected frost arrives, it's tempting to reach for anything you have on-hand to protect from damage, but garbage bags may do more harm than good.

    By Baylee Bunce November 6th, 2024 Read More
  • close up of thyme plant in a pot

    6 Tips And Tricks For Growing The Best Thyme In Your Garden

    Thyme is a pretty easy plant to grow, but that doesn't mean there aren't measures you can take to ensure the most successful yield. Check out these tips.

    By Colleen Vanderlinden November 5th, 2024 Read More
  • slug eating leaf in garden

    Common Gardening Mistakes That Are Attracting Slugs To Your Yard

    Slugs can wreak havoc on your garden. To help keep them out, avoid making these gardening mistakes that could be attracting them in the first place.

    By Deirdre Mundorf November 4th, 2024 Read More
  • A gardener wearing gloves using pruning shears

    Can You Add An Edge To Your Pruning Shears With A Kitchen Knife Sharpener?

    When your pruning shears are dull and all you have on-hand is a kitchen knife sharpener, will it do the trick to add an edge? Here's what we know.

    By Lucy Hankins November 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • hummingbird perched on icy branch

    The Simple Way To Keep Hummingbirds Fed & Happy In The Winter

    If you have hummingbirds that stay in your yard all winter instead of migrating south, find out a simple trick that will keep them both fed and happy.

    By Christy Rae Ammons November 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • blooming paperwhites

    How To Grow Paperwhites Indoors For Beautiful Winter Blooms

    Do you want beautiful winter paperwhites, but don't know where to start? Here, we run down how you can grow them indoors for stunning blooms.

    By Lauren Krystaf November 3rd, 2024 Read More
  • Lawn and fallen leaf covered in frost

    How Low Should You Cut Your Grass Before Winter?

    When the temperature falls, our lawn care routines tend to become a bit lax. If you do anything before winter, cut your lawn to this height.

    By Kim W.S. November 1st, 2024 Read More
  • holding olive oil bottle

    13 Unexpected Ways To Repurpose Olive Oil Bottles In Your Home And Garden

    Instead of throwing away the glass bottles that your olive oil comes in, discover some creative ways to repurpose these containers around your home and garden.

    By Haley Chavez October 31st, 2024 Read More
  • Rake and pile of leaves

    Use Fallen Leaves To Give Garden Soil An Extra Boost. Here's How

    As the leaves fall from the tree, instead of raking, bagging, and disposing of them, why not keep them to use for your garden? Here's how to do it.

    By Carrie Elizabeth Bradon October 31st, 2024 Read More
  • leaves fallen lawn autumn

    Why You Should Save Your Leaves Now For Your Spring Garden

    Rather than letting fall leaves break down on your porch or in your yard, saving them now can give you a beautiful spring garden. Here's how.

    By Baylee Bunce October 30th, 2024 Read More
  • green beans growing

    Grow Green Beans All Year-Round With These Indoor Gardening Tips

    Green beans are generally considered an outdoor crop, but there are some steps you can take to harvest and enjoy these tasty veggies a year-round.

    By Nicole Cammorata October 29th, 2024 Read More
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