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When backpacking or backcountry hiking, gear can get expensive and heavy quickly. Lighten your load but not your wallet with this neat thermal mailer trick.
Read MoreTicks are a fact of life in much of the country. Removing these fast-growing invasive plants is tough, but it could help reduce the local tick population.
Read MoreHaving owls fly about your yard can be an impressive sight, and helps reduce pests. But you may not want to actually see them, as you could be scaring them off.
Read MoreIt 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.
Read MoreSheet mulching is one way to deter weeds, using landscape fabric or good old-fashioned cardboard. If you've got neither on hand, head to the kitchen drawer.
Read MorePinch flats are the bane of mountain bikers, when a tube gets caught between the rim and the tire. But this old-school trick helps prevent them from happening.
Read MoreHaving bird feeders and birdhouses around the yard means some will outlive their purpose. Don't toss them: Give them new life with these creative upcycles.
Read MoreWhile weed killing and suppression can end up costing a lot, there's a free solution that works well and for a long time. You may already have it in your yard.
Read MoreThis simple two-ingredient trick reuses some common kitchen waste as fertilizer, to nourish your plants and make your gardening more sustainable.
Read MoreIt's fun to have colorful cardinals visit your yard. But even if you've put out water and the right food, you might be overlooking this crucial step.
Read MoreThere are a lot of reasons to avoid store-bought fertilizers, price being one of them. This fermented emulsion is nearly free and provides a big nitrogen boost.
Read MoreWhen dinner's over, the scraps usually go in the compost bin or trash. But there's one item you could place around your garden to get rid of several pests.
Read MoreStore-bought trellises aren't cheap, especially if you need several. This quick, super-cheap DIY could be standing in your garage just waiting to be upcycled.
Read MoreUsed coffee grounds don't need to go in the garbage. Naturally, you can add them to compost, but some plants actually love grounds in a variety of formats.
Read MoreCardinals love flowering fruit trees, for shelter and for food, especially as fall moves into winter. They really love most varieties of this colorful tree.
Read MoreThere's always hope that late fall and early spring plants will keep or start blooming in winter. These surprisingly cold hardy plants can grant your wish.
Read MoreJust because it's winter doesn't mean you can't craft fun things for your yard. This simple DIY is not only easy, it can be very beneficial for visiting birds.
Read MoreWorking with a small garden or balcony space can get tricky. Vertical gardens are a clever way to maximize space, and using old cans you save money.
Read MoreWhen ice covers your sidewalks, you reach for a commercial deicer, or you reach for the internet. Alas, this dish soap trick isn't all it's cracked up to be.
Read MoreStore-bought garden trellises get pricey fast, but you need them for climbing plants to thrive. Instead you might be sleeping on a no-cost DIY alternative.
Read MoreWhen winter hits, some plants can be pulled indoors, some are just fine going dormant. But lavender needs a little extra helping hand, and mulching can do it.
Read MoreRepotting plants can be a bit tedious, as you tirelessly dig out soil, only to watch it collapse back in. But there's an ancient tool you can DIY that helps.
Read MoreSmall patios, decks, and balconies are wonderful places to relax, but can be too exposed. This easy, moveable screen provides privacy and is tenant-friendly.
Read MoreFlipping over a kale or zucchini leaf and finding a zillion aphids is the worst. Rather than reaching for chemical insecticides, mix up this natural solution.
Read MoreMulch offers a wide range of benefits to your garden, from weed suppression to moisture retention. If you want to DIY your own, check the bathroom waste bin.
Read MoreWhen admiring the natural beauty that are America's national parks, it can get tempting to pocket a rock or feather as a memory. But that's not a great idea.
Read MoreInstead of spitting out orange seeds and discarding them, it's possible to grow your own trees. Germination and planting is fairly easy, but results may vary.
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