Hunker: Inspired Home Design, Gardening Tips, and DIY Improvements

That Downed Tree May Be A Gold Mine For Your Own Wood

staff@hunker.com (Rob Johnstone) — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 23:00:00 +0000

Is that downed tree in your yard a problem or an opportunity? According to an expert woodworker, it could be the perfect source for low-cost, high-quality wood.

Arizona Gardeners Love This Unique Tree For Creating A More Shaded Backyard

staff@hunker.com (Ryan Cashman) — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:30:00 +0000

A cooler backyard may be just one tree away. Not only does this one provide welcome shade during hot weather, but it also instantly catches the eye.

Help Keep Carpenter Bees Away Naturally With Herbs They Hate

staff@hunker.com (Ryan Cashman) — Sat, 06 Jun 2026 01:00:00 +0000

Carpenter bees are important pollinators. But they can destroy wood decks and sidings. Convince them to set up homes elsewhere by using these herbs.

Not Landscape Fabric Or Herbicides: An Easier Way To Prevent Weeds In Flower Beds

staff@hunker.com (Amy Freeman) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Landscape fabric is a hassle, while herbicides are literally overkill - so what's the best way to prevent weeds from growing on your flowerbeds?

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

staff@hunker.com (Brandy Eaklor) — Sat, 30 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000

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

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

staff@hunker.com (Brandy Eaklor) — Thu, 28 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000

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.

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

staff@hunker.com (Christy Rae Ammons) — Tue, 26 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000

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.

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

staff@hunker.com (Brandy Eaklor) — Tue, 26 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000

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.

Forget Traditional Privacy Screens — This Amazon Solution Doubles As Patio Decor

staff@hunker.com (Shelley Frost) — Sun, 24 May 2026 13:30:00 +0000

Privacy screens can feel bulky and boring, but this Amazon find adds privacy - and a touch of greenery - while doubling as stylish outdoor decor.

The Small Tree With Lavender Blooms That Fills Yards With Birds & Butterflies

staff@hunker.com (Erin Rebar) — Sun, 24 May 2026 03:00:00 +0000

This tree blooms when many others are done for the year, attracting butterflies and other pollinators. In winter, the seeds are a hit with birds.

Plant This Companion Flower By Your Peonies To Help Them Truly Flourish

staff@hunker.com (Megan Brame) — Sat, 23 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000

Your peonies might have found a perfect match. Imagine a companion flower with similar growing conditions that comes in nearly every shade of the rainbow.

Forget Hydrangeas: Gardeners Are Loving This Low-Maintenance, Reblooming Shrub

staff@hunker.com (Ryan Cashman) — Thu, 21 May 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Hydrangeas are classic, but gardeners are swooning over this alternative. Not only is it simpler to maintain, but it reblooms, putting on a show twice a year.

What To Do If You Find A Weeping Willow Tree In Your Yard

staff@hunker.com (Ryan Cashman) — Tue, 19 May 2026 12:30:00 +0000

A weeping willow may seem like the perfect accent tree to keep on your property, but if its too close to your house, it can cause some serious problems.

Plant This Self-Seeding Flower In Your Garden For Healthy Soil & Nonstop Blooms

staff@hunker.com (Cayla Leonard) — Mon, 18 May 2026 22:00:00 +0000

This pretty, easy-to-grow flower offers generous blooms for months, fixes soil nitrogen for other garden plants, and reseeds readily to grow year after year.

6 Beautiful Fly-Repellent Plants To Consider Adding To Your Garden

staff@hunker.com (Cayla Leonard) — Mon, 18 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000

While gorgeous in the garden, these six aromatic, fly-repellent plants may also make the outdoors more comfortable by keeping buzzing pests at bay.

Neither Hostas Nor Heucheras: The Perfect Shade Plant For Beginner Gardeners

staff@hunker.com (Kristeen Cherney) — Mon, 18 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Not everyone gets direct sunlight in their yard, and that's okay! There are plenty of low-maintenance, shade-loving plants out there for beginner gardeners.

Plant This Herb Next To Basil To Fill Your Garden With Birds And Butterflies

staff@hunker.com (Christy Rae Ammons) — Sun, 17 May 2026 23:00:00 +0000

Plant this basil companion, which thrives under the same conditions as the sweet herb, and will bring your garden to life with plenty of pollinators.

The Pink Perennial Flowering Shrub You Should Avoid Planting, Despite Its Beauty

staff@hunker.com (Cayla Leonard) — Sun, 17 May 2026 02:00:00 +0000

The lush foliage and bursts of pink flowers may be attractive, but you'll likely regret planting this aggressively growing perennial in a diverse garden.

The Stunning Red Flower You Should Plant In Your Garden For Healthy Soil

staff@hunker.com (Cayla Leonard) — Thu, 14 May 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Not only does this low-maintenance plant produce gorgeous red flowers in the spring, but its ability to fix nitrogen promotes healthy soil for your garden.

Not Landscaping Fabric Or Herbicides: A Better, Natural Way To Prevent Weeds

staff@hunker.com (Ryan Cashman) — Thu, 14 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000

Put down that nasty chemical herbicide - this pretty plant provides a natural, low-maintenance method of controlling the weeds in your garden.