How To Stop Ants From Damaging Your Plants' Roots
Ants usually don’t eat plant roots, but a colony can do serious damage in other ways. You may need a multi-pronged plan of attack to save your plants.
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Say Goodbye To Rats With This Clever Herb Garden Trick
Rats can become a real problem in gardens, eating fruits and vegetables and creating an ick factor. Send them scurrying by planting these aromatic herbs.
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DIY Your Own Ant Spray (Without Harming Your Plants)
To keep ants away from your garden, there are a number of natural deterrents and insecticides you can mix up at home. Some are more effective than others.
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Why Your Peonies Aren't Blooming (And What To Do)
Peonies are resilient plants and fairly easy to grow. But they require certain conditions in order to share their colorful blooms. Fortunately, fixes are easy.
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The Best Perennial You Should Plant In May For No-Fuss Beauty
The ground has finally thawed, and the sun is out. Now is the perfect time to start sprucing up your yard. Here's one hardy perennial perfect for May planting.
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Transform Store-Bought Basil Plants With This One Simple Trick
Store-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.
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Costco's May Garden Deals You Won't Want To Skip In 2026
Spring is here. If you're getting itchy to upgrade your yard and garden, or need to refresh aging equipment, take a look at these month-long Costco deals.
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Plant Honeysuckle To Invite These Two Colorful Birds To Your Yard
Lots of flowering plants attract birds, but this native climbing vine particularly appeals to two popular flying visitors for slightly different reasons.
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The Crucial Lawn Care Step You Should Start In May
As the last signs of frost finally pass, it's peak time for lawn maintenance. Do this task during spring to ensure you have lush grass in summer.
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Gear (2)
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Dick's Sporting Goods' Best Trail Running Shoe, According To Reviews
Trail runners are a great alternative to heavy hiking boots, even if you don’t run. One shoe at Dick’s Sporting Goods pleased most men and women who bought it.
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Why Campers Swear By REI's Return Policy
Many stores have return policies, but fans of REI point out that the store can be generous and helpful when it comes to returning camp gear and other products.
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Prevent Sunburn While Hiking With The Best-Reviewed Sunscreen
When you’re hiking, it’s easy to focus on the trail and forget about sunscreen. You need something that’s lightweight, works well, and is easy to reapply.
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The First Thing You Should Do If You Find A Snake's Shed Skin In Your Yard
A shed snake skin laying on your grass or in your flower bed means a snake has been in the area. But don’t panic: Take these steps instead to learn more.
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