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  • A carpenter bee, close up, on a wood deck
    By Ryan Cashman 7 hours 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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  • Aerial view of homes and their backyards in Florida.
    By Emily Kammerlohr 15 hours ago

    Florida Gardeners Love This Fast-Growing Plant For Creating A More Private Backyard

    If you're looking to secure your space a little better without having to build a fence, the dense leaves on this plant will satisfy all of your needs.

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  • Person wearing gloves placing mulch in flower bed
    By Emily Kammerlohr 17 hours ago

    The Best-Kept Secret To Getting Budget-Friendly Mulch For Landscaping Projects

    There's an unexpected place to buy mulch, but you may be thinking, "Isn't that place synonymous with furniture?" Well, it's home to landscaping materials, too.

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  • smiling person holding laptop and credit card
    By Christy Rae Ammons 1 day ago

    8 Exciting 2026 Amazon Prime Day Deals To Upgrade Your Home And Garden

    Amazon Prime Day doesn’t start until June 23rd this year, but the retailer is offering Early Prime Day specials now, with discounts as steep as 50% or more.

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  • Weeds growing between pavers
    By Rob Johnstone 1 day ago

    Not Weed Barriers: A Better Way To Keep Weeds From Growing Between Pavers

    The most reliable way to keep weeds from growing in between pavers is utilizing a two-step process allowing proper moisture drainage and support.

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  • 18th century New England home with front garden
    By Ryan Cashman 1 day ago

    The New England Garden Secret You'll Want To Add In Your Own Backyard

    New England gardens are often known for their beautifully structured landscapes, thanks to a little-known design trick you can try in your backyard too.

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  • hands dumping kitchen scraps into compost
    By Christy Rae Ammons 3 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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  • backyard with patio
    By Christy Rae Ammons 3 days ago

    The Simple DIY Privacy Screen That Adds Style And Color To Your Backyard

    If you want an alternative to standard privacy screens, this DIY project transforms an everyday home essential into a beautiful statement piece for your yard.

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  • a colorful flower bed
    By Amy Freeman 4 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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  • weeds growing in lawn
    By Christy Rae Ammons 5 days ago

    Skip The Herbicides: Grow A Lemon-Scented Ground Cover To Block Out Weeds Instead

    This ground cover has a unique name that’s matched by its wonderful lemony fragrance. It’s fast growing, meaning it will help keep out weeds.

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  • Aerated lawn detail with soil plugs
    By Megan Brame 5 days ago

    Ditch The Traditional Aerator: There's A Smarter DIY Solution For Your Lawn

    Grab some two-by-fours, nails, screw hitches, and a strap and let us show you how to make your own aerator. You can thank us when your lawn looks perfect.

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  • Woman clipping wire tomato cage with pliers in backyard beside grass and stone ledges
    By Gwen Swanson 5 days ago

    Transform A Tomato Cage Into A Stylish Yard And Garden Feature

    Tomato cages are great for supporting your crops as they grow. You can also easily DIY them into a beautiful feature for your garden or yard.

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  • Close-up of petunias spilling out of planter box
    By Brynna Standen 6 days ago

    Not Your Average Planter Box: This Unique Amazon Find Doubles As Garden Decor

    Want to add a little whimsy to your garden? This two-tier planter on Amazon offers a unique design that can add some rustic charm and liven up your space.

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  • A woman wearing overalls clears dirt for a garden path
    By Emily Ray 7 days ago

    She Turns Ordinary Pavers Into The Cutest DIY Garden Path

    This DIYer used circular and trapezoid-shaped pavers to create a garden path with an instantly recognizable design, full of color and whimsy.

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  • Woman shopping for outdoor furniture in a Costco
    By Amy Freeman 7 days ago

    9 Exciting New Costco Home And Garden Finds Worth Checking Out This June

    Looking to upgrade how you relax and entertain this summer? Find inspiration in this rundown of exciting Costco home and garden items to look for this June.

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  • a hummingbird sipping nectar from a purple flower
    By Brandy Eaklor 7 days ago

    17 Flowers To Plant In June To Attract Hummingbirds All Summer & Fall

    Wish you could keep your garden's hummingbirds happy from summer all the way through fall? Plant these gorgeous, pollinator-friendly plants this June.

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  • Closeup view of spittlebug spittle on a blade of grass
    By Jasmine Harding 7 days ago

    What It Means If You Find Bubbly White Foam On Your Lawn (And What To Do)

    That bubbly white foam on your lawn may look gross and unsightly, but does it actually need fixing? Here’s what it means, and whether or not to leave it alone.

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  • Couple sits in wicker chairs on wood deck with string lights.
    By Derek Rose 8 days ago

    Give Your Deck A Durable Wood-Look Upgrade From Amazon

    If you're looking to update the look of your deck without a full replacement, deck tiles are an affordable option from Amazon that may be just what you need.

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  • An older woman holds a mug while sitting on a bench in the garden
    By Emily Ray 9 days ago

    'They Stand Out!' — Costco's Beautiful Garden Decor Looks Expensive But Isn't

    Bringing handcrafted elegance to a garden's design doesn't have to be expensive — this highly rated and vibrantly colored Costco decor proves it!

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  • An AC unit with plants and weeds growing around it
    By Cayla Leonard 9 days ago

    What To Do If You Find Weeds Growing Around Your AC Unit

    Central air is a great thing to have for those hot days, but it must be maintained. If there are weeds growing around the unit, here's how to deal with them.

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  • A gloved hand pruning a branch
    By Brandy Eaklor 9 days ago

    9 Plants To Prune In June For A Healthy, Flourishing Garden All Summer Long

    Ready to get your prune on? Give these stunning garden plants a trim in June to help them come back stronger and prettier next time they bloom.

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  • stacks of stone pavers
    By Christy Rae Ammons 10 days ago

    The Unexpected Place Everyone Overlooks To Find Affordable Patio Pavers

    Patio pavers can quickly run up a bill, but home owners are realizing that a commonly overlooked resource often supplies these materials for less money.

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  • Worker cutting brush with a gas-powered weed trimmer
    By Chris Deziel 10 days ago

    What Happens If You Put Synthetic Oil In A Weed Trimmer?

    There are key differences to putting synthetic oil, compared to the regular variety, in a weed trimmer. These relate to longevity and price, among other things.

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  • Weeds growing around tree trunk
    By Christy Rae Ammons 11 days ago

    Not Traditional Mulch: The Smart Alternative That Stops Weeds From Growing Under Trees

    Adding mulch to the base of trees can be an arduous task involving wheelbarrows and shovels. This cool alternative fights weeds with little effort from you.

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  • Green variegated Hosta plant growing in a shade garden
    By Brandy Eaklor 11 days ago

    Skip Hostas: There's Another Shade Plant That Adds Color & Beauty To Landscapes

    Hostas aren’t the only stars of the shade garden. This colorful alternative comes in several gorgeous varieties that can brighten just about any landscape.

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  • Man inspecting a lawn while holding a tablet
    By Kristeen Cherney 11 days ago

    What To Do If You Spot Round Brown Spots In Your Lawn And Grass

    You’ve done everything right for your lawn when, come spring, light green patches show up, turning into yellow or brown rings. What fresh torture is this?

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  • Friends enjoying a night around a homemade firepit
    By Ryan Cashman 12 days ago

    A DIYer Shares Their Solution For An Easy Backyard Firepit For Under $50

    Save money on your backyard entertainment setup this year by following this TikToker's low-cost and super-easy firepit build using garden edging and gravel.

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