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  • A Hawaiian home surrounded by palm trees and lush gardens sitting on the banks of a river
    By Jennifer Davis 1 hour ago

    Not Gravel, Not Mulch: The Landscaping Material Commonly Used In Hawaii Yards

    This low-maintenance landscaping staple is everywhere in Hawaii, and it could be a smart choice for your yard, too.

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  • Homeowner looking at beaten up mower blade
    By Ryan Cashman 5 hours ago

    What To Do If Your Lawn Mower Blades Are Bent

    Fix it or replace it? You have options when dealing with a bent mower blade, but there's a clear best choice if you want to save time, money, and effort.

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  • Blueberries, both row and raw, hanging from a tree
    By Sakshi Khaitan 7 hours ago

    Not Blueberries Or Raspberries: The Summer Berry Tree Colorado Pollinators Love

    Softly sweet and offering different hues throughout the year, this berry tree suits the soils of Colorado better than blueberry and raspberry plants.

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  • a motorized lawn edger being run along a lawn's edge
    By Chris Deziel 11 hours ago

    Ditch The Pricey Edgers: Use A Cheaper Tool That's Already In Your Shed

    String trimmers, edging tools, gas-powered contraptions — there are plenty of ways to trim the edges of your lawn. But why not opt for a cheaper alternative?

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  • a Stylish Backyard Patio with Gravel, slabs, and Pergola
    By Aleem Ahmad 12 hours ago

    Concrete Vs. Gravel Patios: Which Costs Less?

    Thinking of building a patio, but can't decide between concrete and gravel? Knowing which one costs less can help you make the right decision.

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  • Sharpened mower blades with tools and balancers
    By Ryan Cashman 12 hours ago

    Ditch Metal Files: Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades With This Easy-To-Use Amazon Find

    Sharpening lawn mower blades is an important but time-consuming project. Luckily, this Amazon product offers an adjustable, automatic, tabletop solution.

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  • a mosquito sitting on a human hand
    By Chris Deziel 13 hours ago

    How To Repel Mosquitoes From Your Yard All Summer

    Mosquito repellents can be effective in some cases, but what if you could stop these dangerous bugs while they're still at the larval stage?

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  • A smooth, clean gravel garden bed with boulders and numerous plants
    By Rob Johnstone 1 day ago

    Keep Gravel Landscapes Smooth And Clean With An Easy-To-Use Handheld Tool

    If you have a gravel flowerbed or patio and you're looking for a simple tool to keep it pristine, then search for this item at your local hardware store.

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  • Someone tending to their flowers
    By Cayla Leonard 2 days ago

    Make Your Landscape Stand Out By Planting This Brightly Colored Flower In July

    By July, spring blooms have often faded away. However, you can plant this cheerfully hued flower to revive your landscape and add end-of-summer color.

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  • A close-up image of a tick crawling on human skin
    By Emily Ray 2 days ago

    How To Repel Ticks Using Two Botanical Essential Oils

    If you're looking for safer ways to ward off harmful ticks while enjoying nature, use one of these two essential oils that are proven repellents.

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  • bell pepper plants
    By Christy Rae Ammons 2 days ago

    3 Things Your Pepper Plants Need In July To Keep Producing All Summer

    In the hottest summer months, sweet and hot peppers need a little extra care. Follow these guidelines to keep your peppers producing delicious fruit all season.

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  • Close-up of gloved hands adding straw mulch to a garden bed
    By Brandy Eaklor 3 days ago

    Why Mulch Is A Smart Addition To Flowerpots And Garden Beds In July

    When added to garden beds and pots, mulch is a helpful aid in watering, weeds, and light. However, you’ll need to pick the right one for it to be effective.

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  • A close-up shot of a mosquito sucking blood from a person's arm
    By Emily Ray 3 days ago

    Move Over, DEET: Catnip Lotion Is Just As Effective At Repelling Mosquitoes, Study Finds

    DEET may be the go-to, but a study finds that catnip's powerful insect-repelling chemical isn't just effective on everyday garden bugs, but on mosquitoes, too.

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  • Garden with gravel mulch
    By Erin Rebar 3 days ago

    Forget Gravel: There's A Better Way To Keep Weeds Out Of Garden Beds

    Gravel is a popular ground cover option to keep weeds down to a minimum, but there's another alternative that can actually work better for your plants.

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  • Basil plant in a garden
    By Cayla Leonard 3 days ago

    What To Do With Your Basil In July To Keep It Growing Strong All Season

    Basil is a heat tolerant plant adapted to grow all summer. But it can still benefit from your attention to help it thrive through the hottest parts of July.

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  • Person working in a herb garden
    By Christy Rae Ammons 3 days ago

    Plant This Herb Next To Rosemary In July To Fill Your Garden With Flavor

    To give your herb garden more flavor this July, plant this Mediterranean herb as a rosemary companion. As a bonus, they'll thrive in the same conditions.

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  • A standard concrete driveway
    By Rob Johnstone 3 days ago

    Not Standard Gravel: There's A Better, More Durable Solution For Driveways

    Driveways don’t just consist of the surface layer, whatever it is. There’s a lot going on underneath, and a quality base isn’t just your standard gravel.

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  • Man looking at a Milwaukee tool in a store
    By Sakshi Khaitan 3 days ago

    Customers Can Score Free Milwaukee Tools At Home Depot Right Now

    Interchangeable battery-powered tools are good. Free tools are better. Now you can choose one of 10 different Milwaukee M18 tools with this Home Depot deal.

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  • A backyard patio with a variety of pavers, with a wooden pergola and attractive flowers.
    By Jennifer Davis 3 days ago

    Brick Vs. Concrete Pavers: Which Costs Less?

    Brick and concrete are the least expensive paver options for an outdoor space. However, one is cheaper upfront while the other costs less in the long term.

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  • A row of cypress trees forming a privacy hedge
    By Amy Freeman 3 days ago

    Forget Cypress: This Tree From Colorado Makes A Beautiful Privacy Fence

    With its wind-resistant blue-green foliage, slow growth, and lots of stunning dwarf variants, this evergreen tree makes for the perfect home privacy fence.

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  • Ornate brownstone facade with lush, potted plants and flowers growing in its window boxes and on the stoop in Harlem, New York City
    By Cayla Leonard 3 days ago

    The Illegal Space-Saving Garden Solution New Yorkers Never Gave Up On

    New Yorkers have been using this beloved gardening workaround for decades, but the space-saving method has been illegal the entire time.

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  • a gardener holding dandelions and other weeds
    By Chris Deziel 4 days ago

    Not Gravel Or Turf: A More Charming, Weed-Resistant Landscaping Option

    This extremely low-maintenance landscaping alternative is beloved across the globe. It tolerates multiple soil types and harsh weather while looking beautiful.

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  • a tick crawling on a human finger
    By Christy Rae Ammons 4 days ago

    Help Keep Ticks Away Using One Natural Fragrance

    Tired of ticks? You're not alone. If chemicals aren't your thing, you might want to try spritzing your yard with the fragrance of this sweet-smelling plant.

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  • Patches in a lawn potentially in need of aeration
    By Ron Baker 4 days ago

    Forget Pricey Aerators: Try These DIY Solutions Using Tools You Already Own

    There are aerator designs that you can pull off mostly using stuff you already have on hand, so if you have time, a DIY solution might be a wise move.

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  • A person holds a bowl of homemade compost and adds it to their garden
    By Natalie Howard 4 days ago

    Not Eggshells: The Overlooked Kitchen Scrap You Should Add For Rich Compost

    Quick to break down and a quality source of phosphorus, potassium, and other nutrients, this often-tossed kitchen scrap can work wonders in your compost bin.

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  • Using person pushing a mower aerator on lawn.
    By Ryan Cashman 5 days ago

    Ditch Traditional Aerators: An Easier Lawn Solution Without Heavy Lifting

    Ready for a smarter yard care routine? Explore this easy-to-use solution to revive your soil and maximize nutrient absorption for a healthier lawn.

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  • A beautifully blooming flower garden.
    By Amy Freeman 5 days ago

    Forget Florida: This East Coast State's 'Second Spring' Is A Backyard Gardener's Dream

    Gardening is a labor of love no matter where you live, but this state's "second spring" on the East Coast can make any gardener's life easier.

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