How To DIY Your Own Campfire Starter
Getting a campfire started can be either frustrating or cathartic. Fire starter makes building a fire easier, but there's no need to use a store-bought version.
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What To Know Before Using Hay Or Straw For Mulching Your Garden
If you've been to the garden center and seen bales of straw or piles of hay, you may be wondering how they hold up as a mulch. Here's what to consider first.
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Attract More Owls To Your Yard By Breaking This Lawn Mowing Rule
It can be quite something to catch an owl perched in your yard, looking for lunch. There's an easy way to help, but your inner Hank Hill might not like it.
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If You Want Bigger, Better Hydrangea Blooms, Try These Soil Tricks
If you’re planting the right hydrangeas in the right hardiness zones, then ensuring big, beautiful blooms comes down to a few controllable factors.
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Prevent Sunburn By Following This One Clothing Rule For Anything Outdoors
Sun protection is no joke, so finding ways to prevent sunburn when you're out and about is paramount. Thankfully, your wardrobe choices can help significantly.
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Hummingbirds Absolutely Love This Drought-Tolerant Purple-Blue Plant
This vibrant, drought-tolerant flower adds purple-blue charm to your garden while helping create a backyard haven for hummingbirds and pollinators.
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A DIY Garden Bench That'll Blend Seamlessly Into Your Yard
A fallen tree doesn’t have to go to waste. With thoughtful planning and some effort, it can become a feature that feels right at home in the garden.
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Say Goodbye To Pickleball: A New Sport Could Take Over In 2026
Pickleball's not going anywhere anytime soon. But this sport, that began picking up steam in the 2010s, is cropping up on beaches and lawns everywhere.
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The Only Way You Should Be Storing Your Sleeping Bag
Space is at a premium when it comes to storing camping and hiking gear. But many people are storing there sleeping bags completely wrong, and paying for it.
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The Sun-Loving Flower That'll Thrive Next To Your Tomato Plants
Looking for a way to support your tomato plants while adding color to your garden? Look no further than this sun-loving flower that makes a great neighbor.
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If You Have A Small Yard, It May Be Time To Hop On This Popular Garden Trend
Small yard? Luckily, there is a stunning gardening trend designed for tiny spaces, allowing you to have a green thumb despite limited square footage.
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The One Rock Climbing Mistake That Almost Guarantees An Injury
Rock climbing is a wonderful outdoor sport for all ages and many accessibilities. But there are techniques to help both your climbs — and falls — succeed.
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What A Slow-Release Fertilizer Really Means
If you've been told a slow-release fertilizer can help your yard or garden, the advice is likely solid. But it's important to know what it does and doesn't do.
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Can You Plant A Peace Lily Outdoors? Here's What Gardeners Say
You're probably most used to seeing peace lilies grown indoors, but can you add them to your garden? Here's what to know before you try planting one outside.
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Attract Hummingbirds And Pollinators To Your Garden With A Pretty Purple Flower
This vining, purple flowering plant also produces fruits and is known to be a favorite among pollinators, from hummingbirds and bees to butterflies and bats.
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The Soft And Bouncy Ground Cover That'll Look Beautiful In Your Yard
This super-soft ground cover is easy to grow and adds a beautiful mat of small white flowers to your yard, limiting the amount of mowing you have to do.
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Why Your Camp Coffee Tastes Bad (And How To Fix It)
Camp coffee is the best! Except when it’s the worst. If your coffee keeps coming out bitter, sour, watery, or with an aftertaste, there's probably an easy fix.
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Repurpose Banana Peels To Help Your New Or Transplanted Plants Thrive
If you are planning to sow seeds or transplant seedlings, you should know about how to use banana peels to help keep your new plants healthy and thriving.
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Must-Know Tips For Propagating Rosemary In Your Herb Garden
If you're worried about over-harvesting your rosemary plant, or simply want more bushes, propagating this aromatic herb is easy with the proper steps.
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Add A Splash Of Color To Your Yard With One Stunning Hydrangea
Hydrangeas offer many varieties, each complementing each other's beauty. This two-toned option brings added color to your garden in a striking display.
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The Best DIY To Squirrel-Proof Your Bird Feeder
In the neverending saga between bird feeder and squirrel, the squirrel usually wins. But this clever DIY may just be the solution you're looking for.
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The Simple Soil Addition That Can Help Your Lavender Plants Thrive
There's a super easy way to amend the soil for your lavender plants and help it to produce an abundance of its fragrant, purple blooms each year.
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Naturally Repel Stink Bugs From Your Garden With These Essential Oils
If you're looking for a natural solution to deal with pesky stink bugs, essential oils are a great way to keep your garden free of the little pests.
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The Obvious Reason Owls Might Not Be Coming To Your Yard
You've built the nesting box, kept a few dead trees standing, and you have plenty of owl food scurrying about. So where are all the owls? Here's one quick fix.
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The Easiest Way To Repurpose Old Climbing Rope
Climbing ropes are life-saving tools that need replacing every few years. But that doesn't mean you need to throw them out: Use them on your patio instead.
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Why Adding Gravel To Your Cucumber Container Garden Could Backfire (And What To Use Instead)
Cucumbers can grow well in containers when moisture conditions are properly managed. However, some common setup choices may hold your plants back from thriving.
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How To Build A Beautiful Stone Birdbath For Your Yard
If you've ever wanted to create a statement piece for your yard, building your own birdbath from stone is it. And the birds will love it!
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The Duct Tape Hack That Could Save Your Life (And Your Bike)
It's no secret duct tape is invaluable around the home and garden. But it's equally important on the bike trail and can even save your life in a pinch.
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What To Do If The Lavender In Your Garden Isn't Blooming
Lavender is the perfect plant to brighten up a garden, but what if you just can't get it to grow? Follow these tips to help your flowers thrive.
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A DIY Oversized Tree Planter That'll Add Style And Privacy To Your Yard
Add structure and style to your backyard with a project that blurs the line between architecture and nature. A private retreat built from the ground up.
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