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  • A wooden raised garden bed with lots of healthy vegetables

    Put One Material At The Bottom Of Your Raised Garden Beds For All Of Its Benefits

    While there's nothing worse than having your newly planted garden decimated by visiting wildlife, there is something you can do to protect your precious plants.

    By Candina Jordan 21 days ago Read More
  • A lemon tree propagated via air layering

    Is This Potato Trick A Genius Way To Propagate Woody Plants With Little Effort?

    A potato trick on TikTok shows someone using the tuber to air layer a lemon tree, and we spoke to an expert to get their opinion on its effectiveness.

    By Ron Baker 21 days ago Read More
  • Plants in the garden identified using blackboard plant markers.

    The Free DIY Plant Marker Hack Every Gardener Should Know

    Always on the hunt for ways to reduce your gardening budget or practice zero-waste growing? Making your own markers can help. This DIY is free and sustainable.

    By Kate Nicholson 21 days ago Read More
  • Hands planting cabbage seedlings

    22 Easy To Grow Companion Plants That Belong Beside Your Cabbage In The Garden

    Cabbage grows best with the right neighbors. Discover the 22 best companion plants that are beneficial to your vegetables and also very easy to grow.

    By Olasubomi Gbenjo 22 days ago Read More
  • Two people working in the garden

    The Unique Weed That's Catching The Attention Of Gardeners In The Southern US

    While weeds are the bane of every gardener, sometimes we come across one that's a little unusual and piques curiosity thanks to its somewhat endearing habit.

    By Rachelle Dragani 22 days ago Read More
  • Tomatoes on a dense tomato plant

    The Overlooked Veggie You Should Plant With Tomatoes For A Harvest Full Of Flavor

    If you grow tomatoes in the garden, you may know that plants like basil make great companions. But there's one vegetable companion that is often overlooked.

    By Dikran Seferian 22 days ago Read More
  • Yellow lawn mower in grass

    Warning Signs That Indicate Your Lawn Mower's Blades Need Sharpening

    Beyond inspecting your mower's blades, there are other telltale signs the blades need sharpening. From your lawn health to engine issues, we review them all.

    By Camille Moore 22 days ago Read More
  • Flowering plants growing among gravel mulch

    The Hardy Flowering Plant That Thrives When You Add A Little Gravel To The Soil

    Gravel can help to increase the drainage of soil, making it a worthwhile additive for plants like this pretty, drought-tolerant, flowering ground cover.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 22 days ago Read More
  • Kitchen trash bins

    12 Kitchen Items You Can Reuse In Your Home To Reduce Waste

    If you're trying to cut down on the waste from your kitchen items, here are 12 items that can be used in various ways throughout your home and garden.

    By Carrie Elizabeth Bradon 23 days ago Read More
  • green lawn at sunset

    A Common Baking Essential Is The Secret To Growing A Lush, Healthy Lawn

    To ensure the lushest, healthiest lawn, look no farther than your kitchen and grab a common baking essential in this simplest of gardening hacks.

    By Patti Kaz 23 days ago Read More
  • a mosquito landing on someone's hand

    The Toilet Paper Hack That Might Help Keep Mosquitoes Away

    This easy solution made from common household supplies can keep the mosquitoes away this summer, and smells far better than most drugstore bug spray.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 24 days ago Read More
  • Single yellow dandelion growing in field of grass

    Still Fighting Weeds With Vinegar? Here's Why It May Not Be Working As Well As You Think

    If you're dumping vinegar on your weeds and not getting the results you want, it may be because you're overlooking these specifics of working with vinegar.

    By Meg Jernigan 24 days ago Read More
  • An up close image of someone wearing white gloves using a dremel to sharpen a lawnmower blade.

    The Genius Trick You Need For An Easier Time Sharpening Lawn Mower Blades

    If your grass still isn't being cut properly even after you sharpened your lawn mower blades, you may have made this mistake. Prevent it with paint.

    By Suzanne Brons 24 days ago Read More
  • Fresh herbs next to a knife and string on wood planks

    How To Make A DIY Herb Drying Rack From Recycled Materials

    Need a place to dry your herbs? Learn how to DIY an herb drying rack using recycled materials you may already have at home. It looks stylish as a plus.

    By Andrea Crowley-Hughes 24 days ago Read More
  • striped cucumber beetle

    Why Delaying Your Cucumber Planting Could Save Your Crop

    If you've experienced damage to your cucumbers before, try delaying their planting by a few weeks. Here's how it could save your cucumber harvest.

    By Candina Jordan 24 days ago Read More
  • Two weeds growing tall out of a gravel driveway.

    Put An End To Weeds Growing In Gravel With The Help Of A Common Household Item

    Weeds sprouting out of gravel are a real nuisance, but you can say goodbye to these pesky plants thanks to the help of one common household staple.

    By William Cennamo 24 days ago Read More
  • A bucket of compost filled with food scraps and lawn clippings

    How To Keep Your Cool Compost Pile Free Of Weeds

    There are many ways to create compost at home, but if you're composting weeds and plants from your garden in a cool composting system, don't skip this step.

    By William Cennamo 24 days ago Read More
  • Purple and blue hydrangea growing in a raised rock wall border

    The Garden Accessory That Prevents Hydrangeas From Drooping In Heavy Rain

    Although those large hydrangea blooms are absolutely stunning, heavy rains can cause them to droop, but there's an easy solution to keep those flowers upright.

    By Amy Jeanroy 24 days ago Read More
  • Person using hand spade to remove a weed from gravel

    The Surefire Way To Get Weeds Out Of Gravel For Good

    Weeds can ruin the visual appeal of your carefully cultivated gravel path. While you can use a chemical weed killer, there's a natural alternative.

    By Dianne Wilson 25 days ago Read More
  • Woman harvesting the lovage herb in a garden

    The Underrated Herb You'll Wish You Started Growing In Your Garden Sooner

    You won't regret planting this underrated, easily cultivated herb that's entirely edible and reliable. Even better, it packs bonus medicinal purposes.

    By Lyssa Chatterton 25 days ago Read More
  • Person cutting plants

    The Bathroom Staple That Works Perfectly For Plant Cuttings

    If you're growing plant cuttings, you need a small container with drainage. Enter this bathroom staple, which provides the perfect solution.

    By Michelle Roberts-Garcia 25 days ago Read More
  • A lemon tree bearing fruit

    The Popular Lemon Tree Hack Experts Actually Warn Against

    Think twice before trying this trending lemon tree hack. Find out why experts warn it could backfire and might not be the best move for your plant.

    By Lauren LaMore 25 days ago Read More
  • Orange peel halves on a wooden board

    How To Reuse Leftover Orange Peels In A Brilliant Way For Your Garden

    Don't throw away your orange peels. Their usefulness extends to these tips that can benefit your garden and ensure its longevity for years to come.

    By Meg Jernigan 25 days ago Read More
  • Epsom salt crystals are housed in a wooden bowl with a wooden spoon, sitting on a wood surface.

    Is Epsom Salt The Cure For Your Plant's Magnesium Deficiency? Here's What The Science Says

    Wouldn't it be nice if plants could tell you their needs? If you suspect your yellowing leaves are from magnesium, you might want to read up on Epsom salt.

    By Rachael Green 25 days ago Read More
  • A thriving potted gardenia plant sits on a porch.

    Are Coffee Grounds The Secret Hack To Thriving Gardenias? Here's What We Know

    Some gardeners claim that used coffee ground can help gardenias thrive. But is it really so? We take a look at the science behind these claims.

    By Holly Gates 26 days ago Read More
  • Hummingbirds around bird feeder

    Can A Simple Ribbon Trick Convince Hummingbirds To Stop By Your Feeder?

    If you love nothing more than seeing hummingbirds flock to your yard, then you should consider a simple ribbon trick to attract them to your feeder.

    By Michelle Roberts-Garcia 26 days ago Read More
  • A person piles plastic nursery pots on top of each other.

    Hold Onto Your Old Plastic Nursery Pots To Try A Money-Saving Patio Planter Hack

    Not to feed into your plant buying addiction, but did you know that you're actually getting a bonus? Those plastic pots they come in can save you money.

    By Mallory Carra 26 days ago Read More
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