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While Asian lady beetles eat aphids, they get annoying when they swarm, cluster, and overwinter in our yards. Send them packing with this citrus trick.
Read MoreIron clawfoot bathtubs are cool, until you need to dispose of them. With this funky DIY and a little elbow grease, you can turn that tub into outdoor seating.
Read MoreJune is here and it's time to upgrade your balcony, yard, or garden for summer. IKEA has introduced a number of new products to help with outdoor spaces.
Read MoreSometimes it's nice to have a little barrier between you and curious neighbors when you're outside. This easy, attractive DIY provides portable privacy.
Read MoreSpider plants are popular houseplants thanks to their resilience and low maintenance. Give this plant an upgrade for your patio with this ancient technique.
Read MoreIn the old days, a sturdy boot for hitting the trail was a no-brainer. But now there are options, like lighter fabrics, hiking shoes, and this popular shoe.
Read MoreAphids are the bane of rose gardens. The tiny insects can stunt plant growth and devour flowers, but not if you prevent infestations in the first place.
Read MoreStore-bought basil arrives home filled with hope, only to so often wilt and go limp a few days later. But there's one simple thing you might be doing wrong.
Read MoreInvasive stink bugs have become the scourge of gardeners and homes around the country. They’re difficult to eradicate, but this natural pesticide helps.
Read MoreNest boxes encourage owls to visit and stay in your yard. But owls are sensitive to weather and temperature, and may not use boxes if they are pointed this way.
Read MoreYou’d might think ground cover sold at garden centers would be safe to plant. But sometimes, just because it’s available, doesn’t mean you should plant it.
Read MoreHanging owl nest boxes is strong incentive for the nocturnal raptors to spend time in your yard. But most species would rather not be too close to humans.
Read MoreWhen 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.
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