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  • Hummingbird drinks from a feeder.

    When To Take Hummingbird Feeders Down (And Why Timing Is So Important)

    Hummingbirds are too tiny to hang out in the winter with all of us in colder climates. But when do you need to bring their feeder inside? And when is too early?

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 12 hours ago Read More
  • A woman with curly brown hair smiles while she holds the leaves of a vining pothos plant with teardrop-shaped leaves.

    Transform The Way You Grow Vining Plants With The Help Of A Simple Bobby Pin

    Few houseplants are as aesthetic and easy to propagate as the vining plants. Add this bobby pin trick to your arsenal to turn your home into an indoor jungle.

    By Melody Ip 18 hours ago Read More
  • A red velvet chigger crawls inside a flower.

    Drive Chiggers Out Of Your Yard With 12 Plants That Will Keep Them Away Naturally

    Chiggers are tiny, bright red mites that can make your skin itch ... literally. You could help to repel them with these few extra plants in your garden, though.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 1 day ago Read More
  • Loose silver and gold keys are layered on top of each other on a flat surface.

    DIY A Lovely Wind Chime For Your Garden With Old Keys - Here's How

    Wind chimes come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, and they make charming additions to the garden. Plus, there are many ways to recycle old keys to do it.

    By Melody Ip 2 days ago Read More
  • Several bright yellow Meyer lemons ripen on a tree.

    The Best Way To Care For A Meyer Lemon Tree For A Luscious Supply Of Fruit

    A fresh glass of lemonade tastes all the more sweeter with homegrown lemons. So whether in a pot or the ground, here's how you care for your Meyer lemon tree.

    By Lauren Krystaf 2 days ago Read More
  • A person waters a purple hydrangea shrub with a watering can.

    Get Vibrant Hydrangea Blooms With The Best Method For Watering Them

    A hydrangea with wimpy blooms is a sad affair. If you have the right sun and soil, then you have to water your shrub using the best method for big blooms.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 3 days ago Read More
  • Laundry detergent bottle sits near a vase of daisies.

    How To Easily Turn An Old Detergent Jug Into A Practical Garden Tool

    There's no need to buy this common garden tool, because the used detergent jug you need to make it yourself is already at your house ... or maybe in your trash.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 4 days ago Read More
  • A rolling aerator aerates a green lawn.

    What Is The Best Time Of Year To Aerate Your Lawn?

    Do you feel like you've done everything right in your lawn care, but there are still brown patches? It may be time to aerate the soil, but the timing matters.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 5 days ago Read More
  • Different varieties of palm trees sit in decorative pots in a back yard.

    The Small Palm Tree That Can Grow In A Container Just As Well As In The Garden

    The relaxing sway of island palm trees can be all yours, even in colder states, if you pick the right variety. This little tree is easy to accommodate.

    By Melody Ip 5 days ago Read More
  • rain falling off of a pergola

    The Biggest Problem With IKEA's Outdoor Pergola (And What You Can Do About It)

    If you have this IKEA pergola at your house (or are considering purchasing one) there could be a potential issue with it. Luckily, there's an easy fix.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 6 days ago Read More
  • A woman holds a yellow garden hose as she waters the garden.

    Whip Up A Garden Trellis On A Budget With A Clever Use For An Old Hose

    Garden tools can be key to a successful garden, but they also really add up! So if your old hose needs to be retired, why not save yourself some money?

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 7 days ago Read More
  • Snake sits coiled in the grass.

    14 Plants That Could Be Luring Garden Snakes Into Your Yard

    Snakes are part of nature, so you can't always escape them in the garden. But some plants are more attractive to them than others, so you can plan accordingly.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 7 days ago Read More
  • Stone planter with flowering plant sits on patio next to a table and chairs.

    DIY A Budget-Friendly Faux Stone Planter With A Pool Noodle – Here's How

    Marking the pathway to your yard with a beautiful stone planter or two is great, but they're expensive and heavy. DIY a homemade version with a pool noodle.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 8 days ago Read More
  • A gloved hand holds a thick bundle of weeds with narrow jagged leaves and long roots.

    The Best Way To Remove Long-Rooted Weeds In The Garden Is Also The Cheapest

    Staying on top of your weeding may feel like just one more chore for the day that can be ignored, but it can make a difference. Even more so when it is free!

    By Melody Ip 9 days ago Read More
  • A tick crawls up a shrub leaf.

    You Could Be Attracting Ticks To Your Yard With This Sweet Flowering Shrub

    It's no wonder that so many people love this flowering shrub with its sweet, red blooms. Unfortunately, it may also be bringing ticks to your yard. Here's how.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 10 days ago Read More
  • Blue hydrangeas bloom in a bunch.

    This Everyday Household Ingredient Will Give You Lush Hydrangea Blooms - But Be Careful

    Getting those bountiful bouncy blooms on your hydrangea will come down to several factors, but one household ingredient may be helpful in certain situations.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 10 days ago Read More
  • Eight birds flock around a feeder.

    Here's The Right Kind Of Food To Attract More Songbirds To The Garden

    Bring on the birds! Watching them gather around the bird feeder is the rare combo of peaceful and exciting, so make more of them happy with a favorite food.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 11 days ago Read More
  • Mulch is piled around the base of a tree.

    Think Twice Before Creating Mulch Volcanoes Around Your Trees. Here's Why

    A mulch volcano is a large mound of mulch material that is piled around the trunk of a tree. Before using this landscaping practice, consider the downsides.

    By Lauren Krystaf 11 days ago Read More
  • Several stalks of creeping bellflower display purple blooms.

    Why Creeping Bellflower Could Ruin Your Gorgeous Garden

    While creeping bellflower certainly has lovely flowers, it might not be the best addition to your garden, especially if you are meticulous in your design.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 12 days ago Read More
  • Hands pinch and hold soil while surrounded by plants.

    Get Healthier Garden Soil With A Tasty Vegetable That's Easy To Grow

    Putting a bunch of work into your soil every spring pays off, but wouldn't it be nice if your plants paid some soil rent? One common veggie actually does!

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 12 days ago Read More
  • Woman holding a plastic bottle outside in the yard.

    The Clever Way To Reuse Plastic Bottles In The Garden For Healthier Plants

    Reusing your plastic bottles not only helps the environment, but it can help your plants as well. This reuse idea helps you save a bit of money as well.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 13 days ago Read More
  • Coins and a penny half-buried in the soil.

    Why You Should Start Burying Pennies In Your Yard Or Garden

    A penny saved is a penny earned, but what if you buried those pennies in your yard? There's a good reason for you to try this easy gardening trick.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 14 days ago Read More
  • Yellow jackets swarm a hummingbird feeder.

    The Simple Swap That Can Keep Wasps Far Away From A Hummingbird Feeder

    Nobody likes a wasp sting, but don't let them bully you and your hummingbirds away from the feeder. There's an easy fix to keep the birds without the wasps.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 14 days ago Read More
  • Woman crouches as she pulls weeds from her front lawn.

    Stop Unwanted Weeds With A Flowering Ground Cover That Adds Color To The Garden

    Ground covers are the lawn alternative that do it all. Not only will this one help with weed control, but it will make your yard or garden a tad more colorful.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 15 days ago Read More
  • A green hummingbird hovers in the air.

    Attract Hummingbirds With A Sweet-Smelling Herb They Can't Get Enough Of

    While hummingbirds don't care about a flower's scent, you might! You can both be happy with this fragrant herb with flowers that have all the right features.

    By Lauren Krystaf 16 days ago Read More
  • A hand tosses an empty half-gallon of milk into an open trash can.

    Don't Toss An Empty Milk Jug When You Could Be Reusing It In The Garden Like This

    Feeling a twinge of guilt for throwing out your plastic milk jug again? You can rescue at least one or two with this easy repurposing hack for the garden.

    By Melody Ip 16 days ago Read More
  • Rusted garden sheers lay outside.

    Restore Old Garden Tools With The Help Of WD-40

    Spring rolls around and you realize that you left that pair of pruners to defend itself against the elements. But there's still hope to restore them with WD-40!

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 17 days ago Read More
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