The Sneaky Mistake That's Attracting Voles To Your Yard And Garden
Voles can cause major issues in your yard, from causing holes to damaging plants. Find out what sneaky mistake you're making to attract voles to your property.
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11 Plants You Should Keep Away From Your Hostas In The Garden
For thriving hostas, consider the growing requirements of companion plants. Avoid those that require plenty of sun, dry soils, or attract slugs and snails.
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What It Means When A Bag Of Dirt Is Tied To Tree Branches
Some of your neighbor's tree branches are sporadically encircled with dirt-filled plastic bags. It must have something to do with growing healthy trees, right?
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10 Beautiful Privacy Shrubs You'll Want To Grow Right Next To Your Windows
Privacy shrubs don't have to be strictly functional, especially when next to your window. These 10 shrubs afford a lovely view while keeping peepers at bay.
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The Easy Way To Naturally Keep Most Pests Away From Your Kale Plants
Learn how to protect your kale from pests naturally with one simple method that’s affordable, effective, and keeps plants healthy all season long.
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Why You Should Be Planting Asters In August
Asters' lifecycle and blooming times make them an excellent choice for planting in the garden in August — especially if you're looking to add fall color.
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Keep Weeds Out Of Your Garden Beds With A Low-Growing Ground Cover Butterflies Love
This ground cover's leaves act as a home for butterfly larvae, while its flowers feed the adults. As a bonus, it will outcompete weeds and keep them at bay.
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Say Goodbye To Patchy Grass: Here's The Best Time Of Year To Reseed Your Lawn
If your lawn suffers from bare patches, here's when you should consider reseeding and how often to do it. Keep in mind, there are two different ways to reseed.
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Pesky Armyworms Are Attacking Kansas Yards & Gardens. Here's What You Can Do
If your lawn is looking worse for wear, you may have pesky armyworms residing in your yard. The good news is you can save your grass.
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Here's How Joanna Gaines Uses Pea Gravel To Make Her Garden Pop
Joanna Gaines uses pea gravel in her own garden to make her raised flowerbeds pop — and you can too, with a few tips and some guidance from Gaines.
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The Drought-Tolerant Plant That Could Survive Any Hot Yard
Landscaping in a desert environment can come with difficult limitations, but this plant can survive the heat and droughts while beautifying your outdoor space.
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We Used Lemon Juice To Banish Weeds From A Gravel Driveway. Was It Worth The Squeeze?
Keen to wipe out weeds without using chemicals? You've probably heard about lemon juice. We put this theory to the test by spraying it on a weedy driveway.
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Keep Moles Out Of Your Yard With The Help Of These 8 Plants They Cannot Stand
Moles rely on their sense of smell to find food underground, so plants with strong scents are a great deterrent, as are those that are toxic.
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Hummingbirds Will Flock To This Vibrant, Fast-Growing Climbing Plant In Your Yard
This hummingbird favorite can soar to heights of 20 feet in a single growing season, with colorful, sweet-smelling blooms that these birds can't resist.
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How Late Is Too Late To Plant Tomatoes In Your Garden? Here's The Truth
Tomatoes are a warm-season crop and will die in a frost, which is crucial to keep in mind when determining how late is too late for planting.
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Gravel Vs Rocks: Which Is Best For Your Garden And Yard Paths?
When designing a garden and yard path, you may be confronted with the choice between gravel and rocks. While both can work, one might be better for your yard.
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The Low-Maintenance Landscape Idea For A No-Mow Garden
If you're having trouble creating a lush lawn using only grass, then this low-maintenance ground cover could be the key to a soft, green lawn.
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The Ultimate Fall To-Do List For The Garden Of Your Dreams
You may not think of fall as prime gardening season, but there are actually lots of smart tasks to do that will prep your plot to burst into bloom next year.
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Add Color To The Garden While Attracting Hummingbirds With A Flowering Ground Cover
Looking for a ground cover that pulls double duty by attracting pollinators? This flowering variety is easy to grow and hummingbirds love it.
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This Natural Solution Keeps Ticks At Bay While Your Yard Smells Heavenly
Chemical tick treatments can be harmful to the health of your family, pets, and beneficial wildlife. Discover which fragrant oil is an effective alternative.
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The 14 Best Bulbs To Plant In August For Showstopping Blooms Next Spring
August is the perfect time to plant these 14 spring-blooming bulbs. They thrive in various hardiness zones, but you'll want to plant them in similar conditions.
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It's Not Too Late To Plant And Grow These Herbs In August
Just because fall is approaching doesn't mean it's too late to plant and grow these 13 herbs. Most of these will be ready to harvest in a few months.
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Is Mowing Your Lawn In August Really A Good Idea? Here's What To Know
If you value the health of your lawn, you might be pondering whether you should still mow it in August, since it's still growing and you want to keep it neat.
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Plant This Easy-To-Grow Herb In August For A Flavorful Harvest Before The First Freeze
As summer draws to a close, you can still plant the perfect herb for beginners in August, so that you can enjoy a lovely harvest before any frosts arrive.
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The Milkweed Mistake That Could Cost You Monarch Butterfly Visitors In The Garden
Planting milkweed is one of the easiest ways to support monarch butterfly populations, but this slip-up could actually cause them more harm than good.
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The Major Ultra Sonic Pest Control Downside You May Not Be Considering
Ultra sonic pest repellents are a growing trend that promise a lot in terms of pest control. But they have a downside that makes them actual pests in your home.
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What Your Garden's Soil Color Really Means And Why It Matters
Brown, gray, red, white — the color of your garden's soil can tell you a surprising amount of information about its nutrients, drainage, and more.
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