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  • A carpenter bee, close up, on a wood deck
    By Ryan Cashman 1 day ago

    Help Keep Carpenter Bees Away Naturally With Herbs They Hate

    Carpenter bees are important pollinators. But they can destroy wood decks and sidings. Convince them to set up homes elsewhere by using these herbs.

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  • person holding several empty wine bottles
    By Christy Rae Ammons 1 day ago

    Don't Toss Old Wine Bottles — Turn Them Into Stunning Wall Decor

    Your old wine bottles are just what you need to craft this elegant-looking DIY wall decor that will bring the great outdoors into your home.

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  • Older woman watering plants
    By Ryan Cashman 1 day ago

    Give Your Garden A Major Boost With This Simple 2-Ingredient DIY Fertilizer

    Instead of store-bought fertilizer, you can make your own easily. Using water and this nutrient-packed plant, you’ll give your garden or flower bed an upgrade.

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  • A group of several raised bed gardens.
    By Amy Freeman 3 days ago

    The French Garden Secret You'll Want To Try In Your Own Backyard

    Don't have a lot of garden space to work with? You can try this gardening method to make your small space work harder for you, with plants working together.

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  • Person painting an old Bundt pan
    By Shelley Frost 3 days ago

    Don't Toss An Old Bundt Pan: Make A Beautiful Plant Pedestal Instead

    Bundt pans look gorgeous just as they are, so you can imagine how beautiful a plant pedestal made from a repurposed one would look in your yard.

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  • hands holding a small succulent in a paper cup
    By Christy Rae Ammons 4 days ago

    Turn Empty Soup Cans Into Adorable DIY Baskets For Succulents

    Want to hop on the vertical gardening trend? Start by raiding your pantry! Your old soup cans might just make the perfect hanging planters for your succulents.

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  • hands dumping kitchen scraps into compost
    By Christy Rae Ammons 4 days ago

    Neither Banana Peels Nor Eggshells: The Unexpected Scrap To Toss In Your Compost

    As you fill the compost bucket with kitchen scraps — in addition to eggs, banana peels, and other staples — don’t forget this popular summer vegetable.

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  • Gardener with gloved hands picking tomatoes off the vine
    By Shelley Frost 4 days ago

    The Neat Tomato Cage Alternative That Won't Clutter Your Garden

    Tomato cages can crowd a garden, but there's a low-profile alternative that keeps plants supported while adding a fun, unexpected twist to your growing space.

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  • a colorful flower bed
    By Amy Freeman 5 days ago

    Not Landscape Fabric Or Herbicides: An Easier Way To Prevent Weeds In Flower Beds

    Landscape fabric is a hassle, while herbicides are literally overkill — so what's the best way to prevent weeds from growing on your flowerbeds?

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  • Two rolls of aluminum foil next to a crumbled ball of aluminum foil
    By Melanie Dawn 5 days ago

    4 Ways To Use Aluminum Foil For Fewer Pests And Healthier Plants

    Aluminum foil isn't just good for holding leftovers, and once you learn about these ways to use it in your garden, you'll want to buy an extra roll.

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  • Woman watering a houseplant with a water jug
    By Megan Brame 5 days ago

    Stop Wasting Your Empty Milk Jugs — Turn Them Into A Drip Tray For Plants

    Your plants might be happy after watering, but the surface underneath won't be — unless you use a drip tray. Luckily, an old milk jug can help.

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  • Person putting a Bundt pan down on a wooden countertop
    By Shelley Frost 6 days ago

    Don't Toss Old Bundt Pans: Turn Them Into Upcycled Succulent Planters

    When it's no longer needed in the kitchen, give that old Bundt pan new life as a shallow planter, a perfect succulent display spot needing little alteration.

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  • Female gardener tending to flower beds
    By Ryan Cashman 6 days ago

    Keep Weeds Out Of Flower Beds With A Smart Solution You'll Find In The Bathroom

    Weeds are the bane of any gardener, particularly in a beautiful flower bed. Rather than rush to the garden store, head to your bathroom for an easy fix.

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  • Hand holding soup can without label in front of pantry
    By Cayla Leonard 7 days ago

    Turn Empty Soup Cans Into An Adorable Feeder Birds Will Love

    If there's a DIY that lets you get creative, repurposes old soup cans, AND attract birds to your home, you'll want to try it out, right? Well, here it is.

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  • Large hostas with dark and light green leaves growing in a garden
    By Sakshi Khaitan 8 days ago

    The Perfect Hosta Companion Flower For Attracting Hummingbirds

    Some hostas can attract hummingbirds. But with this native flower added to the mix, you’ll no doubt see a boost in hummer activity in your shade garden.

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  • hand touching rosemary plant
    By Christy Rae Ammons 10 days ago

    What To Do With Your Rosemary In June For Strong, Healthy Growth All Summer

    Whether you have a well-established plant or you're starting from seed, this is everything to know about caring for your rosemary plant in June.

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  • Birds perched on feeder
    By Christy Rae Ammons 12 days ago

    Don't Toss An Old Bundt Pan: Make A Clever Bird Feeder Cover Instead

    When was the last time you made a Bundt cake? If that pan's been sitting in the cupboard for, well, forever, give it a second life and help visiting birds.

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  • Person holding a doily near a counter with trays on it
    By Shelley Frost 13 days ago

    She Grabs A Vintage Doily And Turns It Into The Most Unique Plant Hanger

    Vintage doilies have become trendy decor items all over again and this lady takes it farther by using them to craft a gorgeous, one-of-a-kind plant hanger.

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  • Gray squirrel poaching seeds from a bird feeder
    By Chris Deziel 15 days ago

    Say Goodbye To Squirrels At Your Bird Feeder: 11 Clever Ways To Keep Them Out

    Squirrels turning your bird feeder into a buffet? These clever tricks, from feeder fixes to simple seed additions, can help keep the furry thieves away.

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  • healthy tomato plants on the vine
    By Ryan Cashman 16 days ago

    Ditch The Chemicals: The Companion Plant That'll Block Out Weeds In Your Tomato Garden

    Weeds are the bane of many plants — including your precious tomatoes. Instead of using chemical herbicides, however, you can use this plant to stamp them out.

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  • Person cutting a milk carton
    By Shelley Frost 16 days ago

    Use Old Milk Jugs To Create A Budget-Friendly Greenhouse With This Smart DIY

    Don’t toss those old milk jugs just yet. Turn them into budget-friendly mini greenhouses that can help you get your garden growing earlier.

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  • Woman watering garden with a large watering can.
    By Amy Freeman 17 days ago

    Use A Plastic Bottle To Make Watering Your Garden A Breeze

    Watering your garden can be a time consuming hassle if you don't have the right gear. Make the right gear with just a plastic bottle and some odds and ends.

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  • Woman standing on a balcony and looking at the city view
    By Shelley Frost 18 days ago

    Skip Traditional Blinds: The Beautiful, Natural Way To Add Privacy To Any Balcony

    Peacefully savoring time on your balcony can be hard when you feel like you're on full display. Instead of hanging curtains, go this charming, natural route.

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  • An annoyed woman holds a fly swatter as she sits by patio
    By Kristeen Cherney 19 days ago

    Keep Flies Away All Summer With An Easy-To-Grow Flower They Can't Stand

    Nothing ruins a summer's day like flies. But could you keep those pests at bay with the help of a low-maintenance, strong-smelling garden flower?

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  • Woman holding a used tea bag and a cup of tea
    By Kathleen Shipman 19 days ago

    Don't Throw Out Used Tea Bags: 10 Smart Ways To Reuse Them In Your Home & Garden

    Whether you enjoy a cup of tea with breakfast or to end a long day, instead of tossing the tea bag, take advantage of spent tea's cleaning and aromatic powers.

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  • Vintage bed frame in a tulip field
    By Cayla Leonard 19 days ago

    Turn An Old Bed Frame Into A Gorgeous Garden Feature

    That old bed frame taking up space in your garage can actually be repurposed into a useful (not to mention beautiful) garden feature you'll love.

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  • empty plastic water bottle and plant DIY
    By Christy Rae Ammons 19 days ago

    Don't Toss Plastic Water Bottles: There's A Neat Way To Reuse Them In The Garden

    Before those bottles hit the bin, put them to work in your garden. This clever trick gives seedlings a great head start, and your recycling bin a day off.

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