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  • Colorful garden scene with wooden bench

    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.

    By Ian Patton 7 hours ago Read More
  • Woman tending her lavender garden

    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.

    By Ian Patton 23 hours ago Read More
  • Stink bugs on flowers

    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.

    By Yvonne Glasgow 1 day ago Read More
  • Cucumber plants growing in a greenhouse

    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.

    By Jessica Steinhoff 2 days ago Read More
  • Patch of lavender in bloom

    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.

    By Kathy Adams 2 days ago Read More
  • tree fence line for privacy with white fence

    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.

    By Megan Newton 2 days ago Read More
  • Gardener picks tomato from the vine

    Help Your Tomato Plants Thrive With An Underrated Type Of Fertilizer

    Nobody wants to see tomatoes struggling to grow in their garden. Luckily, one unusual fertilizer will give your plants the kick they need to truly thrive.

    By Tyler Palicia 3 days ago Read More
  • Man smiles while handing a lemon to a woman

    Grow A Lemon Tree In Your Small Yard With These Pot Planting Tips

    You don't have to live in Florida or California to grow your own citrus. Follow these tips to pick the right variety and pot for growing a lemon tree anywhere.

    By Kathy Adams 3 days ago Read More
  • Weeds growing through the brick in a garden path

    Suppress Weeds In Your Garden Paths With The Help Of A Common Kitchen Staple

    Sheet 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.

    By TeeJay Small 3 days ago Read More
  • bird peering out birdhouse

    How To Turn Your Old Deck Railing Into A Rustic Birdhouse Stand

    If you want to invite birds to make their home in your yard, you don't need many supplies or building experience, you can whip it up easily with these tools.

    By Megan Newton 3 days ago Read More
  • Several birds in a backyard birdbath

    Attract More Birds To Your Yard With The Help Of A Must-Plant Privacy Hedge

    Creating your own private aviary is a bit out of reach, but you can make the next best thing by planting this border hedge that birds happen to love.

    By Alisha Land 3 days ago Read More
  • Tamarillos growing on a plant

    What Are Tree Tomatoes And How To Grow Them In Your Own Garden

    Tree tomatoes are a large fruit that taste like a sweet, pungent, tomato. But growing them at home is much different than growing the popular salad ingredient.

    By Kathy Adams 4 days ago Read More
  • A person in a flannel shirt planting a seedling.

    The Beautiful Ground Cover That You'll Regret Planting In Your Yard

    Using plants as ground covering is a great alternative to a traditional lawn. There's a beautiful plant, though, that you should avoid installing at all costs.

    By Cayla Leonard 4 days ago Read More
  • Various birds flock to a wooden birdhouse

    13 Creative Ways To Repurpose Old Bird Feeders And Birdhouses In Your Garden

    Having 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.

    By TeeJay Small 4 days ago Read More
  • Orb spider web with dew drops

    5 Types Of Spider Webs You Actually Want In Your Yard

    Spiders weave different styles of webs for different hunting tactics. Identifying the web helps identify if its maker is a beneficial neighbor or a pest.

    By Danno Wise 5 days ago Read More
  • A gardener removing weeds from their lawn

    Say Goodbye To Weeds With A Clever Natural Solution

    While 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.

    By TeeJay Small 6 days ago Read More
  • A shady garden with a lawn chair in it

    Brighten Up Your Shady Garden With The Help Of This Plant's Colorful Foliage

    Filling your garden beds with hostas is one way to bring color into a shady garden, but this leafy plant does an even better job of brightening things up.

    By Jessica Steinhoff 7 days ago Read More
  • bluejay on a copper birdbath

    Costco Is Selling A Stunning Copper Birdbath — Is It Actually Worth The Price?

    If you're looking for a relatively affordable copper birdbath, Costco has one you might want to check out. Here's what verified purchasers have to say about it.

    By Kathy Adams 8 days ago Read More
  • Redbuds and other trees around a small stream

    A Pink Flowering Tree That'll Add Low-Maintenance Shade To Your Yard

    This low-maintenance tree provides beautiful spring blooms and is relatively easy to care for, requiring very little in the way of pruning.

    By Cayla Leonard 8 days ago Read More
  • Wasps on an apple

    Keep Bugs Out Of Your Vegetable Garden With The Help Of A Bathroom Staple

    It's frustrating when birds or insects ravage your hard-earned fruits and vegetables in the garden. For a non-chemical solution, just reach into the shower.

    By Tyler Palicia 8 days ago Read More
  • Yard tools on a dethatched yard

    How To Care For Your Lawn After Dethatching Your Yard

    Dethatching your yard can be quite the process, but you have more work to do when you're done. Your lawn is vulnerable and needs caring for directly after.

    By Danno Wise 9 days ago Read More
  • mesh garden netting strawberry bed

    Why You Should Avoid Using Mesh Garden Netting And What To Use Instead

    Mesh garden netting might seem useful, but it can quietly create bigger problems in your backyard, affecting the balance between plants and wildlife.

    By Nancy Schaffer 9 days ago Read More
  • trees and bushes cast shade in a backyard

    A Low-Growing Perennial Plant That'll Thrive In The Shady Areas Of Your Lawn

    Just because your lawn doesn't get much sunshine doesn't mean you can't grow some beautiful plants. Need proof? Give this shade-loving perennial a go.

    By Megan Newton 9 days ago Read More
  • A gardener mixing fertilizer before applying it to topsoil

    DIY A Simple 2-Ingredient Fertilizer That Adds Calcium To Your Garden Soil

    This simple two-ingredient trick reuses some common kitchen waste as fertilizer, to nourish your plants and make your gardening more sustainable.

    By TeeJay Small 10 days ago Read More
  • A variety of succulents in the garden

    The Rare Succulent Ground Cover That'll Look Amazing In Your Yard

    This rare succulent ground cover will add texture and bursts of color to your yard with its fleshy pink rosettes, which can grow to 5 inches in diameter.

    By Alisha Land 10 days ago Read More
  • Dried green tea leaves closeup

    How To DIY Mulch For Your Garden With The Help Of Green Tea Leaves

    A simple kitchen leftover can support healthier soil and help your garden thrive, offering a waste-reducing way to nourish plants and soil naturally.

    By Ryan Cashman 10 days ago Read More
  • Beautiful backyard

    The Outdoor Feature Jeremiah Brent Says Will Upgrade Your Space

    Though his focus is on interior design, Jeremiah Brent brings that same sensibility outdoors with a stylish suggestion for upgrading any space, large or small.

    By Kathy Adams 10 days ago Read More
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