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  • 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
  • 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
  • A backyard flower garden with flowering serviceberry trees

    8 Trees That Won't Take Over A Yard Or Garden And Thrive In The Sun

    For that sunny, open space in your yard, try something different. Consider one of these small trees that fits perfectly and can handle all that solar power.

    By Autumn McGarr 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
  • Hydrangea tree with white blooms stands in yard.

    15 Stunning Varieties Of Hydrangea Trees You Could Be Growing In Your Garden

    Did you know there are cultivars of hydrangea that can be trained to grow like a tree, not a shrub? These stunning varieties will be the star of your garden.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 13 days ago Read More
  • The moon is visible above a field of pink and white cosmos.

    How To Get On Board The Moon Garden Trend

    A well-designed moon garden can beautify your yard even after the sun goes down. However, consider which flowers to plant, decor to add, and what to eliminate.

    By Lauren Krystaf 20 days ago Read More
  • Hydrangea blooms sit in vase near one wilting bloom lying on the table.

    The Easy Way To Bring Wilting Hydrangea Blooms Back To Life

    One of the main benefits of caring for a hydrangea shrub is the bountiful supply of fresh-cut flowers. If you want them looking their best for longer, try this.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 26 days ago Read More
  • Blue flowers bloom on a hydrangea shrub.

    The Kitchen Scrap That Could Turn Hydrangea Flowers Blue On A Budget

    Want to see a magic trick? You can turn certain hydrangea flowers blue in your own backyard! And it's actually not magic, and you can do it on a budget.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 30 days ago Read More
  • A mature Annabelle hydrangea features robust clusters of white flowers.

    The Best Way To Prune Annabelle Hydrangeas For Gorgeous Garden Flowers

    Those bouncy white blooms of the 'Annabelle' hydrangea are a sight for sore eyes. If you're worried about proper pruning technique, here's how to do it right.

    By Melody Ip 1 month ago Read More
  • A row of colorful hydrangeas bloom.

    The Best Time (And Way) To Fertilize Hydrangeas For Stunning Blooms

    Hydrangeas benefit from fertilizer, but grab the slow-release kind. More importantly, fertilize your plant at the right time of year to see the best blooms.

    By Lauren Krystaf 2 months ago Read More
  • A flowering crepe myrtle tree near a home.

    Here's The Right Time To Trim A Crepe Myrtle (And When It's Best To Skip It)

    You're not alone if you love the crinkly blooms of the crepe myrtle. To keep this symbol of the South healthy and nicely shaped, trim it at the right time.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 2 months ago Read More
  • A person is removing weeds from a garden

    Stop Weeds Before They Can Start With A Colorful Garden Solution

    One of the best ways to control weeds is to choose plants that can keep them from popping up in the first place. These native perennials are beautiful options.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 2 months ago Read More
  • Purple and indigo hydrangea bushes grow with sunlight in background.

    10 Plants That Are More Heat-Tolerant And Easier To Grow Than Hydrangeas

    With their vibrant colors and big, fluffy flowers, hydrangeas are popular for a reason, but they don't hold up in heat well. You can try one of these instead.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 2 months ago Read More
  • Hummingbird in flight near flowers with a bumblebee approaching

    The Flowering Shrub Hummingbirds & Bees Can't Get Enough Of

    There's a quick-growing, pink-flowering shrub that looks beautiful and is beloved by pollinators. Easily add it to your yard for spring blooms each year.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 2 months ago Read More
  • A hummingbird sitting on her nest

    Tips For Spotting A Hummingbird's Nest In The Garden (And What To Do Next)

    Seeing a hummingbird nest is a rare thing of beauty. Here are a few tips to try to spot one in your garden, as well as the steps to take after you find it.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 2 months ago Read More
  • The leaves of a hydrangea plant are wilted and brown leaves.

    Why Your Hydrangea Leaves Are Browning, And The Best Way To Fix It

    Don't panic if your hydrangea leaves are turning brown. There's a reason and an ideal way to fix the problem so the flowering shrub is healthy again in no time.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 3 months ago Read More
  • Close-up of hydrangeas in a garden

    The Common Scrap That Could Magically Change The Color Of Hydrangeas

    While you may usually toss this common kitchen scrap into the trash, you could use it to change the color of the flowers on your hydrangea shrub instead.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 3 months ago Read More
  • Rhododendrons and azaleas in full bloom

    Think Twice Before Growing Azaleas In Your Garden. Here's Why

    Azaleas can light up a yard with bold colored flowers, but there might be several good reasons to avoid growing these shrubs in your own garden.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 3 months ago Read More
  • Purple, pink, and blue hydrangeas are in full bloom.

    Why You Should Place Some Orange Peels Around Your Hydrangeas

    Before you toss your orange peels, know there could be benefits for your hydrangea plants. Here's what you should know about the benefits of this kitchen scrap.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 3 months ago Read More
  • Big leaf hydrangea bushes blooming in shades of purple and blue

    Follow These Crucial Steps If You Want To See Your Hydrangeas Thrive In Spring

    It's always magical when hydrangeas are big, bold, and beautiful. However, to really help them thrive come springtime, you'll need to follow these crucial tips.

    By Autumn McGarr 4 months ago Read More
  • A dogwood tree blooms with pink flowers.

    The Problem With Dogwood Trees You Should Know Before Planting

    There are so many varieties of dogwood trees that bring joy and life to your yard. However, before you plant one, consider this little-known problem.

    By Lauren Krystaf 4 months ago Read More
  • A hummingbird flies in the sky.

    Keep Hummingbirds Coming Back To Your Yard With This Unique Red-Blooming Plant

    Hummingbirds adore the color red, but this one-of-a-kind plant with red-blooming flowers will stand out in your landscape, all while attracting pollinators.

    By Lauren Krystaf 4 months ago Read More
  • A monarch butterfly flies in the air.

    The Unique Purple Flower That Will Attract Pollinators To Your Yard Like Magic

    Pollinators like birds, bees, and butterflies can add magic to our yards. With this unique, pretty purple flower, however, you'll have more of them in no time.

    By Lauren Krystaf 4 months ago Read More
  • A palm tree has small suckers growing next to it.

    The Cute Plants You Don't Want To See Growing At The Base Of Your Tree

    Occasionally, your yard can surprise you with plants you've never seen before. But if you see these adorable growths at the base of your trees, look out.

    By Lauren Krystaf 4 months ago Read More
  • A mother hummingbird feeds her babies.

    The Fuzzy Plant In Your Yard That Hummingbirds Love For Nest-Building

    You may be planting nectar-rich flowers to attract hummingbirds, but you should consider growing plants that they can use to build their nests, like this one.

    By Lauren Krystaf 5 months ago Read More
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