Sometimes, the answer to your gardening woes is right under your nose. Discover the trick some green thumbs swear by and whether or not it'll work for you.
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A self-propelled push mower is nice to have because it takes on some of the work of mowing your lawn. The drive belt should be changed periodically.
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Missing regular maintenance can leave lilacs sparse and uneven, but one pruning strategy offers a way to restore shape and improve long-term growth.
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While items like eggshells, fruit peels, and soggy produce are common compost pile additions, this more decorative item is often overlooked.
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When you're thinking about redesigning your garden or yard for 2026, consider what these top designers are saying about popular landscape trends for this year.
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Traditional tomato plant pairings are not the only option in the garden, especially when one flowering favorite offers more than visual appeal.
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A well-striped lawn shows refinement, care, and attention to detail, and every homeowner should know how to achieve that perfect striped look with a mower.
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Bone meal fertilizer is a great source of nutrients for many varieties of vegetables and flowers. Try it on these plants for more fruit and better blooms.
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Hydrangeas can be somewhat fussy, but this hardy flowering shrub is adaptable and deer-resistant, making it an ideal pick. Plus, it smells divine.
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Aphids in your garden aren't ever a good sign, and all you need to get rid of them — without hurting beneficial pests — is a sweet smelling fruit.
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A polarizing garden fad brought to life by a German potter in the late 1800s is back. The test is whether gardeners and H.O.A.s alike will embrace the trend.
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With this blooming perennial, you get a vibrant flower that smells delightful and attracts butterflies. It's ideal for a decorative border or pollinator garden.
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While concrete and pavers are both common options for driveways, paths, and patios, these two materials come with very different upfront costs.
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Coat racks aren't just for bags and jackets. With very few supplies, you can transform one into a flexible display for your ever-growing houseplant collection.
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A lawn mower is a major investment, but even with perfect maintenance, they don't last forever. Here's how long you can go before a replacement.
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If you live in a wildfire area, carefully consider the trees you plant. Some species may be gorgeous, but they can also fan the flames of a fire outbreak.
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When it's time to upgrade your landscape, it's easy to get so excited that you miss important considerations. Here's what the pros want you to know first.
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To keep your spider plant happy and thriving year-round, follow this simple watering routine every few months to keep soluble salts at bay.
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Hydrangeas are beautiful flowers but they have extensive root systems and are prone to overcrowding. If you have a smaller yard, try this alternative instead.
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While people swear by many household items for fertilizer hacks, they don't always work as well as you'd think, but this unexpected item does the trick.
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You know citrus is problematic in composts, but there's another common foodstuff to avoid dropping onto the pile for fear of ruining its delicate balance.
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A fast-growing ground cover with vibrant flowers sounds like a great garden addition. However, this particular perennial is aggressive and harms native plants.
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This newer clematis variety blooms all summer long, providing pretty pink flowers that add visual interest to trees or shrubs without taking over.
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Homemade compost is a great source of cheap, nutrient-rich matter for your plants, and this freezer scrap is ideal for compost pile as it breaks down easily.
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These unique flowers, hardy in zones 4 to 8, slowly turn bright pink or purple in the spring, attracting bees and butterflies while deterring deer.
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Large potted plants can be difficult to move and even harder to reposition indoors, but one affordable solution makes the process far less frustrating.
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Keeping backyard visitors occupied doesn't always mean adding another gadget. One native plant may shift the balance while adding color and wildlife appeal.
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