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  • A red riding mower

    Prevent Mower Blades From Rusting With An Oil That's Already In Your Garage

    Mower blades can develop rust while sitting unused during the off-season. A simple maintenance step before storage can help keep moisture away from the metal.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 14 min ago Read More
  • A landscaped area with colorful crushed rock

    Gravel Vs Crushed Stone: What's The Difference?

    Crushed stone and gravel are both landscaping aggregates, but there are physical differences that impact performance, making one better suited than the other.

    By Chloe O'Donnell 2 hours ago Read More
  • Person kneeling with dirt falling from their hands

    Ditch Traditional Lawn Aerators: The Amazon Find Made For Compacted Soil

    Renting an aerator or hiring a pro is so last year. This lawn aerator's adjustable weighted drum and blade-like design churns up tight soil in no time.

    By Kyle Schurman 2 hours ago Read More
  • A person using a scraper to clean debris off the rusted deck of a lawn mower

    How To Keep Your Lawn Mower Deck From Rusting

    A little mower maintenance can go a long way. One easy-to-apply product can help keep moisture and corrosion at bay and your deck in better shape.

    By Annette Hird 4 hours ago Read More
  • Rake collecting thick blanket of leaves

    Say Goodbye To Traditional Rakes: The Easy-To-Use Tool From Amazon For Collecting Leaves

    According to one customer, this yard tool from Amazon cut their time bagging leaves in half. It could also make the job easier for those with mobility issues.

    By Carrie Elizabeth Bradon 5 hours ago Read More
  • person landscaping with rocks

    Better Looking Than Gravel: 9 Ways To Use Granite For Landscaping

    Granite is one of the most versatile materials you can use inside and outside of your home, and you can create a stunning landscape with decomposed granite.

    By Megan Newton 10 hours ago Read More
  • Aerial view of a person mowing a lawn along gravel pathway and landscaped flower beds

    Keep This Part Of Your Lawn Trimmed To Help Slow Weed Growth

    There are parts of a lawn a mower can't reach. When trimming these areas to help slow weed growth, you also need to be mindful not to cut away too much.

    By Ellen Douglas 21 hours ago Read More
  • North American robins perch on the branch of a tree in a residential backyard.

    Upcycler Crafts Adorable Bird Baths From A Deviled Egg Plate And Wine Bottle

    Want to attract more feathered friends to your yard? Install a bird bath! You don't have to buy one. Make one in a flash from these free and thrift store finds.

    By Catherine Nyorani 22 hours ago Read More
  • A gardener on his hands and knees next to an established tree that is surrounded by a ring of mulch.

    Remove Grass From Mulch Around Tree Roots With A Tool That's Better Than Hand Pulling

    If you mulch the base of your trees to lock in soil moisture, it can be hard to remove invading lawn grass. This tool makes light work of a tricky problem.

    By Annette Hird 1 day ago Read More
  • A Japanese style garden with gravel walkways and a pond

    Out With Grass Lawns: The Premium, Japanese-Style Alternative

    This Japanese-inspired alternative to grass lawns is especially suitable for yards that get more moisture than they do sunlight — here’s what to know.

    By Laura Reed 1 day ago Read More
  • A plain retaining wall made from concrete blocks.

    Give A Plain Retaining Wall A Masonry Finish That's Less Expensive

    A plain concrete block retaining wall doesn't have to stay that way. A masonry finish can add character and texture without the cost of a solid stone wall.

    By Bob Beacham 1 day ago Read More
  • Person pruning plant while crouching on edge of mulch bed

    Why Grass Keeps Invading Your Mulch — And The Fix That Matches How It Spreads

    If you're seeing grass sprouting in your mulch beds, you may need to address the root problem: find out how it's spreading, and follow these prevention steps.

    By Aleem Ahmad 1 day ago Read More
  • A person uses a gas powered aerating machine to aerate a residential grass yard

    How Many Passes Should You Make With A Lawn Aerator For The Best Results Every Time?

    Aerating makes for a healthier lawn. How many passes you'll need to make for a thorough job will depend on a few factors, including how compacted the soil is.

    By Aleem Ahmad 1 day ago Read More
  • Close-up of a person raking up dried leaves and twigs in a backyard

    Turn Yard Scraps Into DIY Mulch And Compost With A Solution From Harbor Freight

    This Harbor Freight tool offers a solution to yard scraps, such as dried leaves and twigs, by turning them into smaller sizes suitable for mulch and compost.

    By Bob Beacham 2 days ago Read More
  • A person sowing grass seeds onto a lawn

    How Long Does Grass Seed Take To Germinate?

    Planting new grass can be exciting, but not when you don't know how long the germination process will take. The time varies based on a few crucial factors.

    By Lucas Coll 2 days ago Read More
  • Man using a handheld leaf blower to make leaf pile

    4 Disadvantages Of Handheld Leaf Blowers

    With a handheld leaf blower, you can the convenience of sweeping up debris quickly without a motor on your back. However, the tradeoff comes with downsides.

    By Carrie Elizabeth Bradon 2 days ago Read More
  • person mowing lawn with fall foliage in the background

    Do This To Your Lawn Mower In October To Keep Your Grass Healthy

    Lawn mower maintenance and mowing look a little different come fall. While your grass grows more slowly, follow these tips to keep your lawn and mower healthy.

    By Laura Reed 2 days ago Read More
  • Two women hang string lights between trees in a backyard.

    Give Your Patio String Lights Spooky, '90s-Inspired Charm With Plastic Pumpkins

    In the '90s, Halloween decor was cute, not gory. To channel this vibe in your outdoor party decorations, adorn your string lights with a spooky season staple.

    By Buffy Naillon 3 days ago Read More
  • A person with gloves picking up a handful of leaves out of a pile

    Easier Than A Tarp: The Alternative From Home Depot That's Better For Collecting Fallen Leaves

    Colorful fall leaves lose their charm when they cover your yard. To avoid the tedium of moving them with a tarp, you can try using this simple plastic tool.

    By Nina Phillips 3 days ago Read More
  • A hand holds an old non-stick frying pan against a white wall.

    Upcycle Old Frying Pans Into Rustic Plant Labels For Your Garden Beds

    Wish plant labels had space for more than a plant's common name? Enter the frying pan. The utensil has tons of room for info, and the handle's a built-in stake.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 3 days ago Read More
  • A person depositing organic mulch onto a flower bed

    Ditch The Traditional Mulch For A Long-Lasting Alternative That Suppresses Weeds

    Every gardener knows the frustration of pesky weeds. Many use traditional mulch to cover and slow their growth, but there is a better option that lasts longer.

    By Daniel Warden 4 days ago Read More
  • A woman pulling weeds out of her yard with her bare hands

    Stop Hand Pulling: Japanese Weeding Tools Will Transform Your Garden Routine

    Hand pulling weeds is tiring, and since they grow quickly, you will have to remove them frequently. But with these weeding tools, you can speed up the process.

    By Baylee Bunce 4 days ago Read More
  • Burning firewood in a metal firepit surrounded by gravel and black wooden chairs, with a modern A-frame cabin and string lights in the background at twilight.

    Better Looking Than Gravel: The Sustainable Material For Your Patio

    Don't settle for gravel. Your patio deserves nothing but the best, and this replacement material will not feel more stable, it'll look so much better.

    By Luigi Caler 4 days ago Read More
  • A blue orchard mason bee feeds on a rosemary flower in a garden.

    Man Transforms A Simple Log Into A Functional Hive For Mason Bees With A DIY

    Got a log lying around that you don't know what to do with? Mason bees are excellent pollinators, so attract them to your garden by crafting a home for them.

    By Annette Hird 4 days ago Read More
  • a person wearing gardening gloves carries a handful of pulled weeds

    Hand Pulling Weeds Is A Thing Of The Past With This Easy-To-Use Tool At Home Depot

    To help with your fall weeding, especially if you have stubborn, large weeds, try using this affordable ergonomic tool from Home Depot to make the job easier.

    By Laura Reed 4 days ago Read More
  • A man smiling at the camera while wet and in a pool

    He Built A Massive Natural Swimming Pool In The Woods, But It Wasn't Easy

    The timelapsed video of this DIY natural pool is done in under 20 minutes, but in real life, it takes months of research, planning, and plenty of know-how.

    By Nina Phillips 5 days ago Read More
  • a gardener dressed for cool weather pushes a wheelbarrow across a yard in fall

    Get Mulch Down Before Mid-October. Here's Why

    Mulching might seem like an activity reserved for spring, but it can do a lot of heavy lifting in the fall too — as long as you actually do it right.

    By Laura Reed 5 days ago Read More
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