Mow Your Lawn With Ease With This Ingenious Pool Noodle Hack
Lessen the hand, wrist, and arm pain that can arise from gripping a lawn mower handle for long periods with this affordable, super easy pool noodle hack.
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What Are Jumping Worms And Why Are They Bad In The Garden?
Jumping worms are a bit different than your average earthworm, and they can be quite the pests, too. Here's what they are and why they're bad for your garden.
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The Ultimate Guide To Buying Plants From IKEA
IKEA is a great place to buy trendy plants without breaking the bank, but there is an art to shopping its plant department. Here's what you need to know.
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What To Do If A Garden Snake Slithers Its Way Into Your Home
Garden snakes aren't poisonous, but they can still be scary (and unwanted) guests. If this reptile manages to get into your home, here are your options.
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What You Need To Know To Mow A Turtle-Friendly Lawn
If you have backyard turtles, congratulations! But you now have the responsibility of keeping their habitat safe, which means adjusting how you cut your grass.
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The Indoor Houseplant Martha Stewart Doesn't Recommend
Learn why Martha Stewart doesn't recommend growing palm trees inside, and what she recommends instead. Indoor conditions are usually not ideal for palm trees.
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The Popular Daffodil Planting Myth You Should Skip This Fall
So much hope is built into the process of planting daffodil bulbs in the fall for spring blooms months later. To help their success, avoid this planting myth.
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Can Table Salt Really Get Rid Of Centipedes In The House?
Most people don't want to welcome creepy centipedes into their homes. So, the next time you see one, should you reach for common table salt?
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Why You Should Put Garlic Around Your Bird Feeders
Garlic can help keep bird feeders free of certain pests, as rodents are especially not a fan of the smell. Here are a few ways you can add garlic to a feeder.
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The Raised Bed Material Mistake That's Attracting Slugs To Your Garden
When designing a raised garden bed, there's one material you may want to avoid, despite its popularity and natural look. The reason? Slugs (and rot).
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The Hidden Wildlife Dangers Of Raking Up Fallen Leaves In Your Yard
While raking the leaves from your yard could make it look neater, it could also harm local wildlife. Discover why this is the case and what to do instead.
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Genius Reasons You Should Be Using A Bottle Of Castile Soap With Your Plants
Castile soap isn't just a staple in the bathroom -- it's also a hero product in the garden. Here are all the ways you can use it in your yard and shed.
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This Is Why Yellowjackets Are So Attracted To Your Yard
While yellowjackets can be beneficial to your garden, you don't necessarily want to attract them to your yard. Learn what mistakes to avoid to keep them out.
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Termites Vs. Carpenter Ants: How To Tell Which Pest Is Damaging Your Property
When assessing damage to your property, don't assume termites are to blame. It could be carpenter ants, which, unlike termites, you can get rid of on your own.
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The Easy Bird Feeder You Can Make Out Of An Apple
Are you sick of having to clean out your bird feeders? Learn how to make a feeder out of an apple that will completely decompose so no cleanup is necessary.
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How To Get A Lush And Natural Look On Your Landscaping Borders
One way to create natural-looking landscape borders is to bring order to the yard feature. To do so, be selective – and specific – in what you plant.
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Think Twice Before Removing Ice From The Plants In Your Garden This Winter
When winter rolls around and heavy ice weighs on your plants, you may be tempted to remove it. Here's why you shouldn't and what to do instead.
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Will Planting Lavender Really Help Keep Snakes Out Of The Garden?
If you're familiar with insect-repelling plants, you might know that some plants also repel snakes. If you have a snake problem, will lavender do the trick?
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Here's Why You Should Be Overseeding With Clover This Fall
If your lawn suffers from weeds and bare spots, overseeding with clover this fall might be the solution you're looking for. Here's why it's great for your lawn.
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The Best Way To Harvest Zinnia Seeds For An Endless Supply Of Beautiful Flowers
If you adore the zinnias growing in your garden, here's a simple method for harvesting the seeds so you can enjoy the beautiful blooms year after year.
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We Tried A DIY Soil Block Maker, And It Gives Jiffy Peat Pellets A Run For Its Money
Soil blocking has a range of benefits for seedlings – so we decided to put our skills to the test by building a DIY soil block maker. Here's how it went.
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Spotted Lanternflies Stand No Chance Against Two Items You Already Have In The Kitchen
If you're tired of stomping on the spotted lanternflies taking over your property, these two items can help you get rid of the problem mess-free.
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The Kitchen Ingredient That'll Wipe Out Stubborn Weeds
If you're dealing with stubborn weeds, you may be hesitant to use herbicides. Fortunately, there's a common kitchen ingredient that will solve the issue.
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The Big Problem With Using Wood Chips With Your Soil
Using wood chips with your soil can do wonders for your garden. However, wood chips can also cause big problems. Here's why that is and how to employ them.
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Prevent Bee Balm From Taking Over Your Garden With These Helpful Tips
While bee balm is a beautiful and beneficial plant to have in your garden, its aggressive habit can cause problems. Use these tips to help control its spread.
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If You Like Purple Fountain Grass, You'll Love It's Fiery Lookalike
Purple fountain grass is undeniably beautiful. However, it can be problematic due to its vigorous growth habit. Instead, try this popular red ornamental grass.
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How To Harvest Seeds From Your Sunflower Plant, According To House Digest's Master Gardener
Are your sunflowers at the end of their life? Learn how to easily harvest the seeds from their blooms to use for snacking, birdseed, or growing more flowers.
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