How To Make Sure Your Hardscaping Doesn't Look Outdated
While hardscaping trends come and go, there are certain ones you should now be avoiding so that your yard doesn't look like it belongs in the past.
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It's Time To Retire This Outdated Front Yard Landscape
There are many landscaping shrubs and trees that can lend privacy to your front yard, including one popular shrub that may be more trouble than it's worth.
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How To Repair A Ripped Lawn Mower Grass Bag
Lawn mowers with bag attachments are lifesavers that enhance mowing and protect your lawn, but rips happen and here's how to fix one when it does.
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Give Vinyl Records New Life In Your Garden With This Unexpected Twist
Old vinyl records are a dime a dozen at the thrift stores. Avid gardeners can put them to use in their backyards with this easy-to-achieve upcycling project.
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This Is The Softest Turfgrass Variety, But Is It Worth The Maintenance?
If you want grass lush enough to walk around barefoot, be prepared for some upkeep. This super soft grass type needs frequent mowing and regular watering.
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How Often You Should Hand-Pick Weeds For A Clean & Open Lawn
A clean, lush lawn doesn't have to take hours of work or involve harmful chemicals — just make hand-picking weeds a regular habit. Find out how.
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17 Edible Ground Cover Plants That'll Make Your Garden Look (And Taste) Amazing
Cleverly selecting plants for your garden means you can benefit from both their visual beauty and delicious homegrown ingredients to use in the kitchen.
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Simple But Effective Ways To Deter Snakes From Your Yard
The key to deterring snakes from your yard lies in making the landscape less inviting and eliminating food and water sources. Find out how to do this here.
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The Best Time Of Year To Start Testing The Quality Of Your Soil
Soil tests are essential to set your plants up for success — they'll tell you exactly how to amend your soil for the best growth. Here's the best time for one.
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The Tree With Stunning Fall Colors You Can Grow In Your Yard That Birds & Pollinators Love
This versatile tree is a cashew and mango relative that draws birds and pollinators in the summer, then puts on a stunning display of color come fall.
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The Best Way To Pick Weeds Out Of Dry Soil After A Heat Wave
After a heatwave bakes your soil, properly weeding your garden becomes a challenge. To ensure you pull them out from the roots, you'll need to soften the soil.
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20 Stunning Design Ideas That Will Transform Your Sloped Backyard
A sloped backyard can be a challenge to make effective use of, but here are 20 inspiring landscape design ideas that will make you love your sloped yard.
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Ticks Vs Fleas: How To Know What's Hiding In Your Grass
If you've noticed bites on you or your pet, you're dealing with a flea or tick infestation in your yard. Combating them starts with identification.
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11 Ground Covers That Can Happily Grow And Thrive In Container Gardens And Pots
Many ground cover plants can be successfully grown in the container garden. Choose trailing or creeping options for a cascading aesthetic over the edge of pots.
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Why Your Lawn Has Dead Yellow Patches (& What To Do About It)
Bare, yellow patches in a lawn have a wide range of causes. Identifying exactly which pest is affecting your grass is the first step in mitigating the problem.
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The Drought-Tolerant Grass Seed That Will Have Your Lawn So Lush And Soft
A lush, soft lawn that handles drought and foot traffic well sounds like a dream. Find out which grass seed variety offers this option while resisting heat.
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The Dangerous Reason To Avoid This Popular Lawn Mowing Technique For Your Yard
Mowing is a must-do lawn care task, but it comes with the risk of injuries due to the sharp spinning blades. One popular mowing technique increases those risks.
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12 Things You Can Do This Fall To Get Your Yard Winter-Ready
Winter can be hard on yards. Here's what you can do to prevent snow, rain, ice, and strong winds from damaging plants, structures, and exterior features.
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What To Do If You Spill Gas On Your Lawn Mower
Gas-powered mowers are powerful and have a long run time, but they need to be refueled, which could lead to gas spills. Find out how to clean it up safely.
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What You Should Know Before Growing A Fruit Tree In Clay Soil
Clay soil is notoriously difficult to garden with. But it's still possible to grow an apple or pear tree in a clay-soil yard with the right planting practices.
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The Low-Maintenance Grass Alternative Perfect For Your Shady Yard
Grass alternatives can offer a low-maintenance option that doesn't need constant mowing or watering. This low-growing perennial plant works well in shady areas.
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The Kitchen Ingredient That Can Help Fight Against Lawn Fungus
Lawn fungus leaves grass discolored, patchy, and dry. However, this household staple can slow the growth of fungus attacking the blades and restore the lawn.
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Your Fertilizer May Be Attracting Ants To Your Yard
Ants can wreak havoc on a yard as they burrow through soil to create their nests, and specific ingredients in some fertilizers might be bringing them to you.
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Here's Why Your Hosta Plant Is Failing To Grow
Hosta plants are relatively low-maintenance, which is what makes them a popular landscaping plant. However, there's one big mistake that can affect its growth.
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The Gorgeous Flowering Shrub That Makes The Perfect Foundation Plant For Your Home
Foundation plants establish an anchor for your home's exterior. Instead of only supplying greenery, this low-maintenance shrub adds gorgeous flowers.
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Exactly How Often You Should Mow Your Lawn (And Why It Matters)
Mowing your lawn at the right frequency is not only important for neatness — it's also one of the most helpful things you can do your lawn's health.
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The Worst Time Of Day To Mow Your Lawn (And Why It Matters)
Yes, mowing time actually matter as it can affect you, your lawn, and even your mower. This is why you should know and avoid the worst time to mow your lawn.
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