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  • Snipping sprig of rosemary from thriving plant
    By Jennifer Davis 3 months ago

    Your Rosemary Plants Will Flourish If You Add This Simple Garden Staple To The Soil

    Rosemary plants can easily become waterlogged, but mixing in this soil amendment creates the Mediterranean drainage conditions it desperately needs.

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  • Overhead view of a variety of different, densely planted hostas with various shades of green and white and yellow leaf edges.
    By Jennifer Davis 3 months ago

    How To Grow Hostas From One Plant Forever (It's So Simple!)

    One hosta plant can spawn an endless garden supply if you know this multiplication method. The process is surprisingly straightforward and costs nothing.

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  • rosemary plant covered in snow
    By Adrian Suppes 3 months ago

    How To Prep Rosemary For Winter So It Keeps Growing Beautifully Next Season

    Winter can cause serious problems if you're growing rosemary. Luckily, you can take steps to protect these plants — but it all depends on where you live.

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  • pink and yellow orchids grow in a garden
    By Cayla Leonard 3 months ago

    How To Prep Your Orchids For Winter So They Stay Healthy And Ready To Bloom

    Orchids love light and humidity — and winter gives them neither. So, how can you care for these notoriously tricky plants during the colder season?

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  • Close up of weeds growing through spaces between concrete pavers.
    By Jennifer Davis 4 months ago

    The 3 Common Kitchen Staples Experts Say You Need To Kill Weeds DIY-Style

    Try this expert-approved 3-ingredient weed-killing solution to protect yourself and your garden ecosystem while dealing with pesky weeds.

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  • Preparing rice water in a glass jar
    By Jessica Steinhoff 4 months ago

    Always Keep Your Rice Water: Here Are The Plants That Love It

    Give your plants a nutrient boost with something you’d normally pour away after cooking and rinsing rice. This simple trick supports healthy growth naturally.

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  • Woman carrying basket of various plants in kitchen
    By Jessica Steinhoff 4 months ago

    Grow This Versatile Veggie In Your Kitchen All winter—It's Easier Than You Think

    This fresh vegetable grows happily on your kitchen counter through the coldest months, producing crisp harvests when outdoor gardens are buried in snow.

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  • Woodpecker inspecting an orange pumpkin
    By Jessica Steinhoff 4 months ago

    Easily Repurpose A Pumpkin Into The Perfect DIY Bird Feeder This Fall

    Before tossing leftover pumpkins, transform them into functional feeders that birds love while getting bonus nutrition from the squash itself.

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  • Closeup of tomatoes on the vine
    By Kirsten Nunez 4 months ago

    Ditch The Tomato Cages: This Simple Growing Method Changes Everything

    Tomato cages are clunky and often aren't large enough to support plants. This clever alternative is easy to create and can be built up as your plants grow.

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  • frosted flowers
    By Adrian Suppes 4 months ago

    Gardeners Are Reusing Old Sheets To Beat The Freeze, And They're Smart To Do So

    Instead of throwing out your old bed sheets, repurpose them in your garden. Here is why you should bring them outdoors and how they will help your plants.

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  • Herbs growing in pretty backyard
    By Adrian Suppes 4 months ago

    Keep Mosquitoes Away From Your Home Naturally By Burning This Common Kitchen Herb

    This fragrant culinary staple releases compounds when burned that mosquitoes absolutely hate, creating a natural barrier around your outdoor spaces.

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  • weeds in a yard
    By Adrian Suppes 4 months ago

    Forget Vinegar: There's A Better Way To Get Rid Of Weeds Growing All Over Your Yard

    Are weeds creating a nuisance in your yard? If vinegar is not your weed control of choice, here is another solution that uses something you have laying around.

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  • A garter snake in the yard
    By David Kuchta 5 months ago

    How To Repel Snakes From Your Yard With A Little-Known Cinnamon Hack

    If snakes are slithering too close for comfort in your garden, this fragrant substance may be the simple trick you’ve been missing to send them packing.

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  • Toothpicks in soil next to small plants
    By Kirsten Nunez 5 months ago

    Gardeners Are Putting Toothpicks In Their Soil — And The Reason Is Surprisingly Smart

    Learn how this gardening trend using bathroom cabinet basics can actually solve one of the most common plant-killing mistakes beginners make.

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  • Spider at the center of a web
    By David Kuchta 5 months ago

    Grow These Two Gorgeous Plants Together Near Your Home To Naturally Repel Spiders

    If you find spiders to be a creepy-crawly disturbance, there are natural ways to keep them away, such as these two flowers that work great as companion plants.

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  • two tree stumps surrounded by fall leaves in yard
    By David Kuchta 5 months ago

    The Strange Way Urine Might Help With Tree Stump Removal

    If you you're ready to say goodbye to an unsightly tree stump without back-breaking work, urine can be the solution you need. Here is why it works and how.

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  • Bird splashing in a birdbath
    By Lisa Bonham 5 months ago

    Rid Your Birdbath Of Algae With The Help Of An Ordinary Pantry Staple

    Algae growth may seem impossible to remove from your birdbath. But it is easier than you think! Here is the pantry item that will relieve your algae nightmares.

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  • woman holding a roll of bubble wrap with a pair of scissors that were used to cut off a piece
    By Erika Dale 5 months ago

    This Bubble Wrap Fall Gardening Hack Is Pure Genius

    As the summer slips into fall, you may be worried about protecting your garden once harsher weather conditions hit. All you need is a handy packing item.

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  • back yard with gravel area featuring raised garden beds
    By Sophie Pell 5 months ago

    We Finally Found The Best Alternatives To Landscape Fabric For Weed-Free Gravel

    Keeping weeds out of your gravel is key for a polished walkway or border. But, instead of landscaping fabric, try these easy and green alternatives.

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  • woman pulling weeds from soil
    By Sophie Pell 5 months ago

    The Essential Timing Tip That Makes Pulling Weeds A Whole Lot Easier

    Pulling weeds is strenuous, but doing so during this particular time makes the task more manageable as the ground is soft and roots release more easily.

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  • fork in the grass with a nearby snail
    By Jillian Chapman 5 months ago

    The Smart Reason You Might See Plastic Forks In Someone's Garden

    Great news, there is an easy upcycle that will repel neighborhood animals from your garden. Check out how the humble plastic fork will keep them out.

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  • Blooming Christmas cacti next to window
    By Rob Johnstone 6 months ago

    The Leftover Kitchen Scrap That'll Help Your Christmas Cactus Thrive

    Ever wondered how to make your Christmas cactus' blooms even more vibrant? Look no further than your kitchen. Here is the scrap to grab and how to use it.

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  • Person putting weeds in a bucket
    By Kirsten Nunez 6 months ago

    Pulling Weeds Is So Much Easier With The Help Of One Everyday Kitchen Essential

    Getting rid of pesky weeds in your garden bed is a relentless yet necessary task. Here is the kitchen item you should reach for to help with this task.

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  • empty glass jar that needs washing
    By Ron Baker 6 months ago

    Breathe New Life Into An Empty Glass Yogurt Jar With A Clever Upcycling Idea

    Instead of throwing out your leftover glass yogurt jars, here is a way that you can reuse them to create a boho-inspired houseplant feature for your home.

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  • weeds growing between pavers
    By Sophie Pell 6 months ago

    Kill Weeds Growing Between Pavers With A Boozy Beverage From Your Liquor Cabinet

    Discover the surprising ingredient recommended by experts to tackle stubborn weeds between your pavers. Learn what the best mix is for a weed-free walkway.

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  • pair of hands holding hydrangea
    By Sophie Pell 6 months ago

    The Orange Peel Hack That'll Help Your Hydrangeas Flourish

    If you want beautiful and bountiful hydrangeas in your garden, look no further than a simple orange peel. Here is how to use it and what you need to know.

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  • Proud gardener placing new plant in the soil
    By Madisen Swenson 6 months ago

    Are Red Pepper Flakes The Secret To A Thriving Garden All Season Long?

    Is it true that red pepper flakes can keep pests out of your garden? Here is everything you need to know from the benefits to the downsides of this trick.

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