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Put Your Traditional Mulch Away: Use This Laundry Room Find Instead

staff@housedigest.com (Nancy Schaffer) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:30:00 +0000

Purposes of mulch include retaining moisture and reducing soil erosion. Properties of this soft material from the laundry room could help, but should be tested.

This Long-Lasting Gardenia Variety With Beautiful White Flowers Looks Great In Winter, Too

staff@housedigest.com (Brooke Younger) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000

If you're looking for a variety of gardenia you can enjoy all winter long, Jubilation is a perfect choice, with its gorgeous white blooms and sweet scent.

Use This Bathroom Staple To Make Hanging Bird Feeders A Breeze

staff@housedigest.com (Barbara Pavone) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Whether you have one of these decorative bathroom essentials or an entire pack, you have what you need to hang a bird feeder from a tree, pergola, or porch.

Skip Hand-Pulling And Manual Tools: Remove Weeds With A Powerful Find From Amazon

staff@housedigest.com (Megan Newton) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 02:30:00 +0000

No one looks forward to hand-pulling weeds from the garden. But you can say goodbye to being sore and speed up weed removal with this tool from Amazon.

Not Aloe: The Cheeky Succulent That Is Unlike Any Average Houseplant

staff@housedigest.com (Megan Newton) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 02:00:00 +0000

Succulents are great plants for beginner houseplant parents because they're so low-maintenance. This rare South African plant has the bonus of being ultra cute.

Not Clematis Or Hydrangea: The Sun-Loving Vine That Looks Good On Brick Walls

staff@housedigest.com (Ellen Douglas) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 01:00:00 +0000

Vines on brick walls are about as classic cottagecore as it gets, and this particular variety is remarkably easy to grow and looks more unique than basic ivy.

What Is The 3-3-3 Rule For Applying Mulch Around Trees?

staff@housedigest.com (Rob Baird) — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0000

When you're mulching your trees in spring or fall, keep this handy 3-3-3 rule in mind so you can keep your trees healthy and thriving throughout the season.

15 Uncommon Daffodils To Plant In September For A Gorgeous Spring

staff@housedigest.com (Peg Aloi) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 23:00:00 +0000

'Goblet,' 'Westward,' 'Apricot Whirl,' and 'Delnashaugh' are just four of the 15 striking daffodil varieties pro gardener Peg Aloi has chosen to highlight here.

How To Prevent Mosquitoes In Your Yard The Disney World Way

staff@housedigest.com (Sarah Grossbart) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 22:40:00 +0000

Borrow a few clever tricks from Disney World to reduce mosquitoes in your backyard using water management, specific plants, repellents, and traps.

Not Coneflowers: The Native Flower That's A Serious Show-Stopper In The Garden

staff@housedigest.com (Baylee Bunce) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 21:30:00 +0000

If you like a bigger challenge than the coneflower, consider this wildflower that's native from Virginia to Texas, but can grow as far north as Minnesota.

What To Do If There's A Snake In Your Screened-In Patio

staff@housedigest.com (Megan Newton) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 20:30:00 +0000

We often seek to attract wildlife to our backyard, but a snake in your screened-in patio can be dangerous. You want to safely remove it, but how?

If You Want Healthy, Thriving Snake Plants, Avoid These Fertilizers

staff@housedigest.com (Jennifer M. McNeill) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 19:30:00 +0000

The wrong fertilizer can put a perfectly healthy snake plant on a collision course for disaster. Don't make the mistake of using fertilizers in the wrong way.

What It Means When Your Lawn Mower Makes A Loud, Metallic Knocking Sound

staff@housedigest.com (Aleem Ahmad) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:40:00 +0000

What was that? If you hear a knocking sound inside your lawn mower, don't ignore it. A "knock" like this typically means a certain part has too much clearance.

No Digging Necessary: The Amazon Garden Border With An Easy Install

staff@housedigest.com (Nancy Schaffer) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:30:00 +0000

Garden edging keeps yards organized and tidy, but it can also be costly and difficult to install for those new to using it. This product requires no digging.

Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades With A Pocket Sized Tool That's Easy To Store

staff@housedigest.com (Lucas Coll) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Sharpening your mower blades can help keep your lawn healthy, but it's not always convenient to do it at a workbench. That's when this tool comes in handy.

No More Wilted Plants: The Hands-Free Solution To Keeping Hanging Baskets Watered

staff@housedigest.com (Annette Hird) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Forget the daily reminder. This clever setup isn't just easy, it helps keep your hanging plants hydrated without having to remember to water them every day.

13 Long-Lasting Fall Flowers That Bloom Until First Frost

staff@housedigest.com (Sakshi Khaitan) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Summer's end doesn't have to mean the end of garden color. These long-blooming flowers can keep beds and containers vibrant through chilly fall weather.

Say Goodbye To Raking: The Hands-Free Solution To Clear Leaves

staff@housedigest.com (Laura Reed) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000

Skip the back-breaking rake for light leaf cleanup. This machine makes clearing your yard easier while saving your back for more enjoyable fall chores.

Ditch Retaining Walls And Meet The Living Solution For A Sloped Yard

staff@housedigest.com (Annette Hird) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 11:40:00 +0000

Sloped yards are challenging to maintain, but retaining walls aren't your only option. Instead, plant these native shrubs to combat soil loss from rainfall.

Attract More Hummingbirds To Your Garden With This Fragrant Hanging Herb

staff@housedigest.com (Megan Newton) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 09:30:00 +0000

This low-maintenance perennial shrub combines pale blue blooms that draw in hummingbirds and fragrant foliage you can use in cooking. It has a trailing habit.