What To Know Before Buying A Mower With A Hydrostatic Transmission
Choosing the right mower transmission can make or break your lawn care routine. Not every upgrade is worth the cost, and one type demands special attention.
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Stories By Baylee Bunce
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In-Ground Vs Above Ground Sprinklers: Which Is Best For Your Yard
Compare sprinkler systems for lawns, weighing flexibility, efficiency, and cost to understand which setup best suits your yard and watering needs.
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The Northeastern US State That's Home To America's Oldest Public Rose Garden
Hidden within the Northeastern U.S. is a park filled with history. A destination where gardens bloom, arches climb, and beauty endures through the seasons.
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Pros And Cons To Know Before Installing Heat-Resistant Pavers In Your Backyard
When it’s time to set down pavers for a path, patio, pool, or fire pit, you have a lot of choices. Heat-resistant pavers are ideal, but have some drawbacks.
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A DIY Garden Edging Idea That'll Make Use Of Your Broken Plant Pots
Each season, breaking a few terracotta pots is inevitable. Bury small shards in soil for drainage, but save the big pieces for this creative edging project.
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Ryobi's $149 Bug Zapper Kit Advertises Serious Coverage – Here's What Users Are Saying
The last thing you want is flying pests disrupting backyard relaxation, tasks, or parties. The Ryobi 18V ONE+ bug zapper has plenty of fans and a few negatives.
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Add Privacy To Your Outdoor Space By Repurposing Your Old Shutters
While you can buy fancy privacy shades, screens, and shutters for your porch or gazebo, it's easy to take old shutters and make your own with a little hardware.
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What Are The Small Orange Spiders In Your Yard And How Best To Deal With Them
In late summer and fall, these small orange arachnids will stretch their circular webs across trees and porches in your yard and garden. That’s a good thing.
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Must-Know Campsite Cooking Tips We've Learned From The Stars Of Les Stroud's Wild Harvest
Take your campsite meals from basic to brilliant with tips inspired by Wild Harvest’s outdoor chefs, where flavor meets ingenuity under the open sky.
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What To Consider Before Growing A Hop Vine Fence In Your Yard
Hop vines grow fast, reach high, and attract plenty of attention. They can make a stunning fence, but only if your space and conditions are right.
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How To DIY A Lawn Mower Shed For Extra Backyard Storage
Build a backyard storage solution that keeps your space tidy and your tools protected, with a project designed to be both practical and customizable.
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A Drought-Tolerant Perennial That'll Shine In Your Fall Garden
While most perennials fade by autumn, this hardy beauty actually peaks during fall months and thrives in dry conditions other plants can't handle.
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How To Care For Your Hydrangeas During The Fall Months
Hydrangeas can be stunning in autumn, but one wrong move could impact next year’s flowers. Master the key fall care steps to keep them healthy.
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Explore Beautiful Hiking Trails At An Often Overlooked Upstate NY Fall Destination
While leaf peepers flock to Vermont and New Hampshire, this charming Catskills town offers equally stunning fall colors, historical charm, and fewer crowds.
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Get Your Outdoor Space Ready For Fall With A Popular Porch Decor Trend
Tired of having an autumnal porch that looks exactly like everyone else's? This trending approach creates way more visual interest and personality for fall.
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A Must-Try DIY That'll Help Keep Squirrels Away From Your Bird Feeder
Tired of squirrels hijacking your bird feeder and stealing all the seeds? This clever DIY allows birds easy access and keeps squirrels on the outside.
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Repurpose A Mason Jar And Turn It Into A Simple Squirrel Feeder
Turn a simple mason jar into a fun backyard project that benefits local wildlife while helping to protect your garden from unwanted squirrel damage.
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DIY An Elegant Bird Feeder With The Help Of These Glassware Staples
There are all kinds of DIY bird feeders, but this glassware option will be like artwork for your yard or garden. And it's simpler than you might imagine.
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A Classic Campfire Starting Method To Know Before Your Next Outdoor Adventure
Starting a fire can seem like a daunting task, but this tried-and-true method is nearly foolproof — for beginners and seasoned outdoors people alike.
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Keep Deer Out Of Your Yard With A Must-Plant Privacy Shrub
If you want to keep pesky deer from invading your yard, you can deter them by planting this hardy shrub that will also act as a privacy screen.
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The Best Method For Replacing Lawn Mower Belts
Save yourself time and frustration when you need to replace one of your lawn mower belts by using this trick before attempting anything.
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Ward Off Squirrels With The Help Of A Common Kitchen Spice
The secret ingredient to keeping squirrels out of your yard is hiding in your spice cabinet. Learn how to safely and effectively use it in your garden.
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Don't Throw Away Broken Bricks, Turn Them Into A Garden Pathway
Whether you want to do an artful mosaic pattern or more bohemian path, even your oldest, most broken bricks can become a wonderful walkway.
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DIY A Cute Garden Trellis With The Help Of Leftover Fence Materials
Got leftover fence scraps? Turn them into a charming DIY garden trellis that adds support and rustic style to your plants — without spending extra cash.
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Reliable Lawn Mower Brands To Consider And Ones To Avoid
If you're hunting for a new mower, there's a lot to consider and you don't want to get stuck with a dud. We look at durability, dependability, and more for you.
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The Lacy Flat-Topped Flower HGTV's Joanna Gaines Is Obsessed With
HGTV star Joanna Gaines has a massive cutting garden full of gorgeous flowers, but there's one flat, lacy plant she particularly adores. It's easy to grow, too.
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We Tried A Yolky Tomato Growth Hack, But A Garden Pest Liked It More Than We Did
We tested the viral cracked egg gardening hack to see if it actually helps your tomato plants thrive — or if it just creates a mess.
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