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  • Beautiful pink hydrangea in bloom
    By Ryan Cashman 25 days ago

    How To Get Your Hydrangeas Ready For Spring So They Bloom Beautifully All Season

    Hydrangeas are a beautiful flower to have in any garden, and we can tell you exactly how to care for them so they make everyone envious year-round.

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  • Three birds enjoying a clay bird feeder filled with seed
    By Heather Fishel 26 days ago

    Put This Common Pantry Item In Your Bird Feeder And Thank Us Later

    If you're trying to find appealing alternatives to popular bird feeder picks like millet and cracked corn, you might want to check your pantry for this item.

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  • patting dirt around newly planted fruit tree
    By Danno Wise 26 days ago

    Fast-Growing Fruit Trees To Plant In Early Spring For A Tasty Harvest

    You don't always have to wait for too long for a fruit harvest. You can plant these fast-growing trees in early spring for a speedy harvest in a few years.

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  • dirty stone birdbath
    By Christy Rae Ammons 27 days ago

    Turn An Old Birdbath Into A Clever Plant Stand

    Alongside a few simple additions and modifications, a birdbath has the perfect dimensions and aesthetic appeal for a clever plant stand DIY.

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  • A hand holds a scoop of wood ash above a planter
    By Heather Fishel 27 days ago

    Don't Throw Out Wood Ashes - Repurpose Them To Make Your Garden Soil Thrive

    Disposing of ashes can be a messy business, so place them in the place where they can do the most good: your garden!

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  • Man kneeling down and inspecting green grass with hand
    By Kristeen Cherney 27 days ago

    Before Spring Arrives, Do This To Get Greener Grass

    Help your lawn wake up from winter slumber with a simple (but often forgotten) step that lets grass soak up sunlight, breathe easier, and grow lusher.

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  • Disposing of kitchen waste in a compost bin
    By Ryan Cashman 28 days ago

    Your Garden Will Thrive With This DIY Fertilizer Made From Repurposed Kitchen Scraps

    To help your garden thrive, consider using some specific leftover scraps from the kitchen to create a batch of fertilizer with lots of nutrients.

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  • Shelves full of rows of vegetable seeds
    By Danno Wise 28 days ago

    Don't Start This Herb From Seed — Buy It As A Seedling For A Quicker Harvest

    Despite this herb's popularity in the garden, it can be very difficult to grow from seed. If you want results faster, plant it as a seedling instead.

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  • Martha Stewart wearing a beige turtleneck sweater and smiling in front of a large window.
    By Adrian Suppes 29 days ago

    Forget Regular Planters: Martha Stewart Has A Better Idea For Your Succulents

    Martha Stewart suggests repurposing this attractive container as a charming display for multiple succulents. As an added bonus, it will make watering a breeze.

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  • Harvested potatoes lying on soil.
    By Danno Wise 29 days ago

    Plant These Fast-Growing Herbs Next To Your Potatoes For A Better Harvest

    Potatoes are a staple of the American diet. If you're growing them in your garden, don't forget these two herbs that keep pests away and can help your harvest.

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  • A close up of a wood scrap pile
    By Ryan Cashman 30 days ago

    Turn Scrap Wood Into A Simple Garden Feature Your Plants Will Love

    Constructing this stunning DIY garden feature is a simple way to provide structure to vining plants while also making use of leftover scrap wood.

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  • upside down Mason jar lid on a table
    By Christy Rae Ammons 1 month ago

    Upcycle An Old Mason Jar Lid Into A DIY Feeder Birds Will Flock To

    Encouraging a bird-filled backyard doesn't have to be hard or expensive, as you'll discover with this DIY bird feeder made of just a Mason jar lid and twine.

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  • plastic laundry detergent bottles
    By Christy Rae Ammons 1 month ago

    Repurpose An Empty Laundry Detergent Bottle For Your Garden With This Clever Idea

    With a few simple modifications, an empty laundry detergent bottle can become a gardener's best friend thanks to its dimensions and handy storage capacity.

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  • Pile of Campbell's soup cans
    By Christy Rae Ammons 1 month ago

    Reuse Soup Cans To Grow A Kitchen Herb Garden That Keeps On Giving

    Soup cans are easy to reuse and recycle, especially if you're in need of quaint customizable containers to hold your favorite herbs in a small kitchen garden.

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  • Great horned owl in flight
    By Kristeen Cherney 1 month ago

    Attract More Owls To Your Yard With This Simple Birdbath Tip

    Having a birdbath set up in your yard will certainly attract more birds. But if you'd like owls to visit you, there's one important consideration.

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  • Blue jay on the edge of a birdbath
    By Kathy Adams 1 month ago

    Reuse An Old Glass Jar To DIY A Bird Waterer That's Great For Small Yards

    Trying to get rid of those Mason jars hogging space in your cabinet? Here's a resourceful solution that even keeps your backyard birds hydrated.

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  • smiling person holding pothos
    By Christy Rae Ammons 1 month ago

    Your Pothos Plants Will Flourish With The Help Of This Kitchen Leftover

    Don’t throw out this kitchen leftover -- it provides immense benefits to your pothos, adding calcium, potassium, and even nitrogen to the soil.

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  • A woman holding a potted snake plant
    By Kristeen Cherney 1 month ago

    The Downside To Growing Snake Plants That No One Considers

    Snake plants can be a low-maintenance fixture that brings life to your home, but you certainly want to consider this downside before you purchase one.

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  • Person sorting through houseplant cuttings with propagation jars of water
    By Gwen Swanson 1 month ago

    Create A DIY Plant Propagation Station Using An Item Everyone Throws In The Trash

    After you’re done with this common kitchen item, you probably think it belongs in the trash. But it’s the perfect shape and size for DIY propagation.

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  • yogurt on display in a store
    By Kathy Adams 2 months ago

    The Clever Way You Should Be Reusing Empty Yogurt Containers In Your Garden

    Your garden could be a hobby or a place to reduce your carbon footprint. So why not reuse something you were thinking about throwing away?

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  • bird splashing in bath
    By Christy Rae Ammons 2 months ago

    Reuse Two Ordinary Thrift Store Finds To DIY A Cute Birdbath On A Budget

    Want birds to hang out in your garden? Head to your local thrift store's plant and kitchen section to DIY a charming birdbath using just two items.

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  • terracotta plant pots stacked in a yard
    By Christy Rae Ammons 2 months ago

    DIY A Charming Bird Feeder That Birds Will Love With An Old Plant Pot

    Birds often need a little extra help in the winter months, and this clever DIY feeder will provide your feathered friends with everything they need.

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  • Black and yellow tit bird perched on teal fence post
    By Gwen Swanson 2 months ago

    Turn A Common Kitchen Utensil Into A Clever DIY Bird Feeder

    Turn your backyard into a bird haven the affordable way by whipping up this hanging DIY bird feeder using a common kitchen utensil and some twine.

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  • Woman removing ashes from her wood-burning fireplace
    By Jessica Steinhoff 2 months ago

    Always Keep Your Wood Ashes — They Help Keep These Garden Pests Away

    Get the most out of every fire by recycling the wood ashes outside. Maintain a barrier around your plants for an eco-friendly way to deter common garden pests.

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  • Epsom salt and wooden scoop in a terra cotta bowl atop a kitchen towel
    By Jessica Steinhoff 2 months ago

    13 Genius Epsom Salt Hacks For Your Home And Garden

    Epsom salt does so much more than soothing aching feet; it can be beneficial for certain plants, and there are several ways to use it to clean around the house.

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  • A countryside rain garden with numerous plants
    By Ryan Cashman 2 months ago

    Why Everyone Loves This Backyard Upgrade

    Having to deal with rain in your backyard can be difficult, as rainwater isn't always so nice to your plants. That's why so many people love this upgrade.

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  • Cucumber growing on a bamboo and mesh trellis
    By Ron Baker 2 months ago

    Grow Thriving Cucumbers With This DIY Trellis

    Cucumbers are one of the easiest, most beginner-friendly veggies you can plant, and this DIY trellis will make growing your cukes even easier.

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