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14 Used Items To Upcycle Into A Charming DIY Birdbath

staff@outdoorguide.com (Ryan Cashman) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Looking for a fun, thrifty DIY for your yard? There are so many things that can be upcycled into a birdbath, from old kitchenware to discarded gardening items.

How To Keep Your Birdbath Cleaner For Longer

staff@outdoorguide.com (Ryan Cashman) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0000

These methods can help reduce gunk and buildup in your birdbaths, so that the water stays cleaner for longer - and range from placement to products you can use.

The Cute Carved Pumpkin Planter Trend To Try This Fall

staff@outdoorguide.com (Daniela Klein) — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0000

This charming pumpkin DIY that creates a stunning floral display is trending on social media. Here's how to do it, as well as tips to make yours last.

Gardener Uses Woks To Make A DIY Succulent Planter

staff@outdoorguide.com (Ryan Cashman) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0000

This idea uses woks to create a tall planter that's sure to be a centerpiece in any space. You'll also need some pipes, concrete, and a bucket or stand.

How Homeowners Are DIYing Outdoor Lights Using Dollar Tree Bowls

staff@outdoorguide.com (Ryan Cashman) — Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Want to add a glow to your yard on a budget? This viral DIY using Dollar Tree bowls and solar lights can net you some chic lighting features for $10 to $20.

Woman DIYs Budget Alternative To A $100 Fall Planter With Pool Noodles

staff@outdoorguide.com (TeeJay Small) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0000

With just a few pool noodles and a 5-gallon bucket, this clever DIYer makes a show-stopping fall planter that looks spookily like the $100 storebought version.

IKEA's Stylish Solution For Outdoor Storage That Looks Better Than A Deck Box

staff@outdoorguide.com (Daniela Klein) — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0000

This viral outdoor storage solution from IKEA is not only more chic than a deck box, it's also more versatile, easily turning into a potting or grill station.

The Difference Between Mold And Mildew & How To Fight These Fungi

staff@outdoorguide.com (TeeJay Small) — Sun, 11 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Mold and mildew are very similar, but there are some key differences when it comes to how and where they grow, and how to fight them in outdoor areas.

What These 6 Colored Pumpkins On Porches Mean During Halloween

staff@outdoorguide.com (Danno Wise) — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Amidst the sea of orange and eath-toned pumpkins, you're likely to spot some teal, pink, red, and other brightly colored porch gourds. Here's what they mean.

Say Goodbye To Carpenter Bees With 4 Natural Solutions

staff@outdoorguide.com (Danno Wise) — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Carpenter bees, while not dangerous, can spell trouble for wooden structures. These natural methods can help deter, eradicate, or even relocate them.

Boomers Grew Up Making These 4 Backyard DIYs — Now They're Nearly Forgotten

staff@outdoorguide.com (TeeJay Small) — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Postwar America saw baby boomers and their parents doing more DIY projects for their backyards, but some of these design choices are rarely seen these days.

Not Birdseed: The Feature That Can Attract Birds To Your Birdbath

staff@outdoorguide.com (Danno Wise) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Setting a birdbath out on the lawn isn't a guarantee birds will come calling. Add this mix of flowers and shrubs, and it makes the space much more inviting.

5 Long-Living Flowers That Can Survive Direct Sunlight

staff@outdoorguide.com (TeeJay Small) — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Direct sun means soil dries out and sensitive flowers can burn. These perennials not only thrive in the sun but return year-after-year, sometimes for decades.

Say Goodbye To Stink Bugs With A Natural Scent They Can't Stand

staff@outdoorguide.com (Danno Wise) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:15:00 +0000

While stink bugs do no harm to humans, they wreak havoc on gardens. Repel them with an easy-to-make infusion spray using this aromatic kitchen staple.

Brighten Your Yard's Shady Areas With This Cheery Perennial's Long-Living Flowers

staff@outdoorguide.com (TeeJay Small) — Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Finding perennial flowering plants that thrive in full sun is easy. For shady spots, this plant with long-blooming, bright yellow flowers is a popular choice.

This Fireweed Lookalike With Gorgeous Long-Living Flowers Is Banned In Most Of The U.S.

staff@outdoorguide.com (Danno Wise) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Fireweed is an incredibly beneficial native plant. But this doppelgänger, while pretty, is invasive, aggressive, and outcompetes local flora. Don't plant it.

Challenging Misconceptions: Why You Shouldn't Pull Weeds In Your Yard

staff@outdoorguide.com (TeeJay Small) — Sun, 19 Jul 2026 12:15:00 +0000

For generations, a well-maintained lawn meant pulling every non-grass plant, dubbing it a weed. But it's time to think twice about this wholesale approach.

5 Ground Covers To Plant If You Hate Mowing The Lawn

staff@outdoorguide.com (TeeJay Small) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Lawns require a lot of work, and a lot of mowing, to look great. Instead, you could turn to these low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly ground cover options.

The Difference Between Blue And Pink Hydrangeas Is Easily Explained By Science

staff@outdoorguide.com (Danno Wise) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 12:15:00 +0000

Some years that hydrangea bush out front offers up deep blue mopheads. Other seasons, they're a bright pink or purple. Is it magic? Nope, it's chemistry.

5 Long-Living Flowers That Can Bloom For Decades

staff@outdoorguide.com (TeeJay Small) — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:15:00 +0000

If it seems like the neighbor with the flowering yard has kept their plants alive forever, that may be because they've planted these long-blooming choices.