Ditch Mulch Volcanoes And Try A Better Landscaping Alternative
Not only do mulch volcanoes affect your trees' health, but they also don't benefit the local ecosystem. This landscaping alternative does, however.
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The Best Exterior Paint Colors For A Brown Roof
While it might not be as versatile as black, a brown roof offers an earthy feel to any home and these are the best exterior paint colors to pair with it.
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What To Know About Reusing Old Towels As An Inexpensive Weed Barrier
Need to get those weeds in your backyard garden under control? Weed barrier is costly. Could you use what's probably in your linen closet right now instead?
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The Best Thing To Do To Support Hummingbird Habitat During Fall Migration
Fall is hummingbird migration season. Putting on enough weight to survive their long journey is vital. Supporting them means stopping one common garden task.
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Here's How To Choose The Right Type Of Sand For A Lush And Level Lawn
Sanding a lawn works miracles for creating an even surface and improving grass health. However, you must choose the right sand type to ensure success.
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Your Complete Home Guide For Taking Care Of A Tick Infestation
Ticks don't breed in homes like fleas do, but if you're seeing them around your space, take action with these preventative, removal, and deterrent methods.
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Joanna Gaines' Genius Method For Designing A Fall Container Garden
This Joanna Gaines-approved tip is stress-free and fun, and will help you create a cohesive design and color palette for your fall container garden.
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The Most Important First Step In Your Lawn Overseeding Project
Rather than starting your lawn over from scratch, overseeding can fill in patches and improve the look of the grass — but only if you take this step first.
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How To Identify Tick Nests Inside Your Home And Outside (And What To Do Next)
Ticks don't just live in our homes and yards, they also breed there, laying small clusters of eggs that produce hundreds of offspring in a matter of weeks.
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The Simplest Hack For Landscaping Around Exposed Tree Roots
While it may not boost the tree's health, this long-lasting landscaping cover offers a simple hack to protect exposed roots and improve your backyard's looks.
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The Easy-To-Grow Native Grass That Controls Erosion In Sloped Yards
If you have a sloped lawn that's prone to erosion, there's an easy-to-grow native grass that can curb both erosion and water runoff in your yard.
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The Common Yard Feature That Could Be Attracting Coyotes To Your Yard
Coyotes usually won't threaten humans, but chances are you'd rather not meet them to find out. Here is one yard feature that might actually be attracting them.
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8 Pink Lawn Weeds You Should Pull Immediately (And Ones You Can Keep)
Pink flowers popping up in your lawn? The majority of pink-flowered weeds are aggressive or invasive enough that they should be pulled — but not all.
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Should You Prune Black-Eyed Susans In The Fall? Here's What We Recommend
You may be tempted to tidy up your garden this fall, but when it comes to this colorful perennial, it is best to hold off on the pruning. It's worth the wait.
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Why Fall Is The Best Time Of Year To Fertilize Your Lawn
Many gardeners fertilize their lawns in spring. While it's not exactly wrong, you may see greater benefits from feeding your turfgrass in the fall instead.
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Here's What Really Happens If You Don't Pull Weeds This Fall
If you don't pull the weeds in your lawn and garden before winter begins, you may have a harder time completing the task in the spring. Find out why.
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Why You Might Want To Think Twice Before Planting Grass Over Exposed Tree Roots
There are a number of downsides to planting grass over exposed tree roots, ultimately meaning it won't work very well. Instead, try these alternatives.
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How Your Yard's Fence Color Can Help Attract More Pollinators To Your Garden
Fences usually serve a practical purpose, marking a property line or garden zone. But your fence can do more if it's painted in a color pollinators love!
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How To Get Rid Of Creeping Fig Once And For All
Creeping fig grows far and wide with suction-like pads that make it hard to detach. You'll have to cut the top growth and dig out the roots to fully remove it.
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Keep Ants Off Your Hummingbird Feeder With Two Simple Ingredients
You may already have everything you need for this one-two punch to keep ants from invading your hummingbird feeder. Here's how to use it safely and effectively.
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9 Beautiful Fall Container Plants To Grow Other Than Mums
Mums are a go-to fall bloom for containers, but that also makes them a bit boring. Spice things up with other, equally pretty flowering and foliage options.
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Raking Vs Mowing The Leaves In Your Yard: Only One Method Reigns Superior
Instead of raking your lawn of fallen leaves and composting them, mow them and use the cut leaves as organic mulch to improve the grass and soil health.
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16 Raised Garden Mistakes You Might Be Making (And Solutions To Fix Them)
To construct and enjoy productive raised garden beds that are easy to maintain, avoid these mistakes around placement, dimensions, filler material, and more.
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Why You Should Keep Your Hummingbird Feeder Up In The Fall
Many gardeners take their nectar feeders down at the end of summer, thinking hummingbirds won't visit. But there are lots of benefits to keeping it up in fall.
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Protect Your Home During Tropical Storms By Doing One Essential Maintenance Task
If you live in an area prone to hurricanes, the safety of your home likely ranks second only to personal safety. Avoid high-wind-related damage with this tip.
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Why Mulching In The Fall Is Essential For Stronger, Healthier Plants In The Spring
Before stowing your gardening gloves, discover how mulching in fall can benefit the soil and help plants better handle winter for enhanced health come spring.
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DeWalt Leaf Blower Owners Find They Share One Common Complaint
Battery-powered leaf blowers, like those from the DeWalt brand, are a popular alternative to gas-powered ones, but customers aren't fully satisfied.
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