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  • Woman pouring hydrogen peroxide into a pink watering can
    By Jessica Steinhoff 1 month ago

    10 Surprising Ways You Can Use Hydrogen Peroxide In Your Garden And Yard

    Hydrogen peroxide is more than a medicine cabinet staple. In outdoor spaces, it can play a surprising role in keeping gardens healthier and hardscapes cleaner.

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  • Gardener spreading wood ash over plant sprouts
    By Cayla Leonard 1 month ago

    Don't Throw Away Your Wood Ashes: These 16 Plants Will Thank You

    Before you toss out those leftover fireplace scraps, discover why gardeners are saving them and which plants benefit most from this surprising boost.

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  • Smiling woman in apron holding potted snake plant
    By Jessica Steinhoff 1 month ago

    Turn Snake Plant Leaves Into A Brand-New Plant — Here's How

    The only thing better than one snake plant is multiple snake plants. Turn your favorite, easy-to-grow houseplant into multiples with this garden method.

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  • American robin on a tree branch
    By Cayla Leonard 1 month ago

    The Common Pantry Staple That'll Have Robins Flocking To Your Yard

    Robins are always welcome visitors to your garden or yard, and this common pantry staple is a healthy snack that will help attract them to your bird feeder.

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  • Woman scooping potting soil out of a flower pot
    By Cayla Leonard 1 month ago

    9 Genius Ways To Use Old Potting Soil Instead Of Tossing It

    Don't throw out that old potting soil just yet! We've compiled a list of wonderful uses for your aged loam that are so easy even beginners can try.

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  • Banana peel in front of a houseplant
    By Cayla Leonard 1 month ago

    Don't Throw Out Banana Peels! Strangely, These Plants Flourish With Them

    Banana peels often end up in the garbage, but you can give them a second life in your garden or for your houseplants. Make sure to feed them to these plants.

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  • Overhead view of a spider plant
    By Ryan Cashman 2 months ago

    Your Spider Plants Will Thrive With The Help Of An Unexpected Kitchen Liquid

    Spider plants don't require much attention to survive, but if you want to see yours really thrive, then add this nutrient-rich liquid to the plant.

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  • Martha Stewart posing in front of greenery
    By Jessica Steinhoff 2 months ago

    Martha Stewart's Creative Plant Riser Hack Repurposes A Common Backyard Object

    Martha Stewart has an answer for everything garden-related, including how to help your potted plants thrive with this one thing you may already have at home.

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  • A small glass bottle of apple cider vinegar sits near some apples on a table.
    By Nicole Wisniewski 2 months ago

    12 Unexpected Uses For Apple Cider Vinegar Around Your Home

    Apple cider vinegar has various applications in your home and garden, where it can be used for cleaning and preventing a plethora of common household problems.

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  • pieces of logs to use as planters
    By Nicole Wisniewski 2 months ago

    This Beautiful DIY Turns Any Old Log In Your Yard Into A Gorgeous Plant Stand

    Here's all you need to know about how to create a natural way to display your plants using repurposed old logs, including the best types of wood to use.

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  • Mole emerging from underground
    By Ryan Cashman 2 months ago

    Growing These 12 Flowers & Herbs Can Help Keep Moles Out Of The Garden

    Moles can be one of the biggest pests in a garden. However, growing one of these 12 flowers or herbs may help you keep them away from your yard.

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  • Gardener watering her indoor spider plant
    By Ryan Cashman 2 months ago

    Help Your Spider Plants Stay Lush And Healthy All Winter With A Few Quick Tips

    Spider plants are no-fuss houseplants that look incredible, but that doesn't mean they don't require work. Follow these steps and keep yours lush like a pro.

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  • bird enjoying a bird bath
    By Nicole Wisniewski 2 months ago

    Transform Thrift Store Vases Into A Gorgeous Bird Bath With A Vintage Twist

    Bird baths are crucial to sharing our garden with nature. They can also be beautiful, and one way to pull that off is with vintage vases and a little DIY.

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  • Shovel and olive oil in a big snow pile
    By Ryan Cashman 2 months ago

    Stop Banging Snow Off Your Shovel: This Smart (And Simple) Trick Actually Helps

    Save your back. Treat your snow shovel with this everyday cooking liquid and the heavy, wet, frozen stuff will just slip right off. Trust us, we've tried it.

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  • cupped hands holding brown acorns
    By Jessica Steinhoff 2 months ago

    Got Fallen Acorns In Your Yard? Here Are 20 Genius Ways To Repurpose Them

    As winter approaches, it might seem like your yard is littered with the acorns that fell from nearby oaks. So, why not repurpose them for your home and garden?

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  • a potted Christmas cactus with pink flowers near a window
    By Jessica Steinhoff 3 months ago

    The Secret To A Thriving Christmas Cactus Might Be Hiding In Your Bathroom

    The Christmas cactus requires some unusual growing conditions to thrive, but you can give yours a boost with the help of a common bathroom product.

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  • Close up of a hand holding a healthy bunch of blueberries, still attached to the green bush.
    By Jennifer Davis 3 months ago

    What Happens If You Add Coffee Grounds To Your Blueberry Plants?

    Legend has it that coffee grounds can improve the soil for your growing blueberry bushes, but does this hack legitimately work for this acid-loving fruit?

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  • Rooting herbs in water-filled jars on kitchen counter
    By Jessica Steinhoff 3 months ago

    24 Tasty Herbs You Can Easily Regrow From Cuttings Right In Your Kitchen

    Stop buying fresh herbs at inflated grocery prices when these common varieties can multiply endlessly from simple cuttings on your kitchen windowsill.

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  • A woman holds a blue water can over a Christmas cactus without blooms in a windowsill.
    By Jennifer Davis 3 months ago

    Is Sugar Water The Secret To A Thriving Christmas Cactus? Here's The Truth

    This popular houseplant hack circulates endlessly on social media, but the reality about sugar water and Christmas cacti might surprise you completely.

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  • weeds growing in pavement cracks
    By Adrian Suppes 3 months ago

    The Simple Hack To Remove Weeds Growing In Cracks And Pavers In A Pinch

    Everyone gets weeds growing around their home... but not everyone owns the tools to deal with them. So, how can you deal with these pesky plants in a pinch?

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  • a rake leans against a tree surrounded by fallen leaves
    By Jillian Chapman 3 months ago

    Could A Leaf Burrito Be The Game-Changing Tool That Makes Cleaning Up Leaves A Breeze?

    No, it's not some fancy new trend in the world of vegan Tex-Mex — but the Leaf Burrito might just make cleaning leaves off your lawn a whole lot easier.

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  • English ivy covering the wall of a home
    By Ryan Cashman 3 months ago

    Homeowner Warns Others To Avoid Invasive Snake-Attracting Plant: 'It Will Take Over'

    You may be thinking of adding a particular type of climbing plant to your home's exterior for a bit of color. But based on other people's feedback, think again.

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  • a woman handles potting soil with a trowel
    By Adrian Suppes 3 months ago

    Don't Throw Out Your Old Potting Soil In The Fall Without Knowing This

    Many gardeners throw away old potting soil every fall as a matter of routine. But is this actually a good idea — and if not, what can you do with it instead?

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  • Man holding onto cardboard sheets
    By Ryan Cashman 3 months ago

    Don't Wait: Try This Money-Saving Cardboard Hack In Your Garden Before Winter Hits

    This free material sitting in your recycling bin can protect your garden through harsh winter conditions. Here's how to use it in your yard this season.

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  • Propagating plants indoors
    By Ryan Cashman 3 months ago

    Take Cuttings From These 10 Outdoor Plants Before Winter Arrives & Thank Us Later

    These garden favorites can multiply into free plants for spring if you act now, but waiting just a few more weeks means missing this year's propagation window.

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  • late autumn color on ornamental grasses
    By Ryan Cashman 3 months ago

    The Easy Trick The Pros Use To Cut Back Ornamental Grasses For A Stunning Landscape

    Nothing spruces up a garden like ornamental grasses. If you want them to stay healthy through the year, though, you'll need to keep one important trick in mind.

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  • Couple wearing rain boots in dirty storm runoff
    By Jennifer Davis 3 months ago

    Stop Stormwater Runoff From Wrecking Your Yard With One Simple Fix

    Does your yard flood with stormwater runoff after every downpour? You can't stop the rain, but you can use some DIY trickery to keep that water at bay.

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