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  • Woman working on landscaped yard
    By Melanie Dawn 5 min ago

    Skip Gravel: This Weed-Resistant Landscaping Alternative Is Better For Plants

    It's easy to give into the temptation of using gravel, but your plants will thank you for finding a better alternative. Here's what you should use instead.

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  • A close-up of a carpenter bee among dried foliage
    By Amy Freeman 4 hours ago

    Help Keep Carpenter Bees Away With A Fragrant Plant They Despise

    Carpenter bees can cause unsightly damage to wood structures. Add this hardy plant to your garden to keep them away without costly chemical treatments.

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  • A dirty lawn mower deck
    By Ron Baker 5 hours ago

    Skip The Hose: There's A Smarter Way To Clean Your Lawn Mower Deck

    Most mower cleanups follow the same routine, but one overlooked method can change how fast debris clears and its deck's ability to hold up over time.

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  • Workers installing a concrete driveway
    By Ryan Cashman 20 hours ago

    Concrete Vs. Gravel Vs. Asphalt Driveways: Which Costs Less?

    Cost is a critical factor when choosing a concrete, gravel, or asphalt driveway, but the cheapest option up front may not be the least expensive long term.

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  • Bird perched on birdbath.
    By Christy Rae Ammons 23 hours ago

    Don't Toss An Old Sink — Make A Unique Birdbath Your Flying Friends Will Love

    Keep old plumbing fixtures out of the landfill. Learn how to repurpose a discarded sink into a sustainable birdbath to enhance your outdoor space for wildlife.

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  • An empty old birdbath
    By Ron Baker 1 day ago

    Forget Concrete Birdbaths: A More Rustic Alternative You Can DIY

    Concrete birdbaths have long been a backyard staple, but one simple DIY project offers a surprisingly practical alternative for bird lovers.

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  • A man and woman look at design ideas in a gardening center
    By Megan Brame 2 days ago

    Forget Gravel: The Landscape Alternative That's More Beautiful To Look At

    Resist to the urge to use gravel. Instead, choose this gorgeous alternative that'll give your home the aesthetic upgrade you've been looking forward.

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  • A carpenter bee clings to a dry branch
    By Sophia Beams 2 days ago

    There's An Eco-Friendly Way To Keep Carpenter Bees From Destroying Your Home Or Deck

    Carpenter bees burrow in wood, and an infestation can severely damage your deck, siding, or outdoor furniture. Use this gentle method to keep the pests out.

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  • Wolf spider on a concrete surface
    By Kristeen Cherney 2 days ago

    How To Repel Wolf Spiders Using One Natural Fragrance That Works Like A Charm

    Wolf spiders aren't exactly harmful, but that doesn't mean you'll let your home be overrun by them. Here's a natural solution that'll help keep them away.

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  • A person draws on a yellow laundry detergent bottle
    By Christy Rae Ammons 2 days ago

    Don't Throw Away An Empty Laundry Detergent Bottle — Make A Cute Flower Pot

    Most people throw away laundry detergent bottles without a second thought, but there’s a surprisingly creative way to transform one into home decor.

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  • A gravel and flagstone path winding through a flowery garden border.
    By Jennifer Davis 3 days ago

    Not Creeping Thyme: The Weed-Resistant Landscaping Option With Beautiful Blooms

    If you're looking for a weed-resistant landscaping alternative to Creeping Thyme, that still offers beautiful blooms, this herb could be perfect for your yard.

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  • Woman grabbing a tomato in a vegetable garden.
    By Derek Rose 3 days ago

    Transform An Old Tomato Cage Into A Smart Way To Keep Pests Out Of Your Garden

    This awesome garden hack costs practically nothing, and yet is a tried and tested way to scare away birds and squirrels. All you need is some outdated tech.

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  • Woman planting hostas in garden
    By Kristeen Cherney 3 days ago

    Ditch Traditional Hostas: This Shade Plant Has Striking Purple Flowers

    If you're looking for shady bed alternatives to traditional hostas, consider this striking plant with deep purple blooms and large, mottled leaves.

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  • A sign sits among tall grass warning of ticks.
    By Jennifer Davis 3 days ago

    Find Out If There Are Ticks In Your Yard Using A DIY Tool That's So Simple

    Ticks spread diseases to humans and pets and are a massive problem if you have lots of them in your yard. This DIY tool helps you check your garden for ticks.

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  • Solar stake lights along garden path
    By Jasmine Harding 3 days ago

    Goodbye Solar Lights: The Better Landscaping Alternative We Love In 2026

    Solar lights have been a go-to way to illuminate outdoor spaces. However, there's an on-trend concept that design experts say elevates porches and patios.

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  • Person looking at bottles in bathroom medicine cabinet
    By Kristeen Cherney 4 days ago

    Help Keep Slugs And Snails Away With A Bathroom Item You Already Own

    If you notice holes in the leaves of your plant, chances are your garden is plagued with slugs and snails. Apply this near your plants to help keep them away.

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  • A hyacinth growing in a gravel garden bed
    By Rob Johnstone 4 days ago

    Skip Standard Gravel: This Landscaping Option Makes Flower Beds Stand Out

    If you don't like the look of gravel in your garden, you do have other options. Gardeners can use this light-colored rock for landscaping and soil health.

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  • Person getting Amazon packages off their porch
    By Amy Freeman 4 days ago

    Ditch Traditional Bird Feeders — Score A Smart Bird Cam For 44% Off This Prime Day

    Normal bird feeders come in a variety of shapes and sizes. However, smart bird cams have features that go beyond just spotting feathered friends in your yard.

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  • A bird in a bowl of water
    By Danielle Valente 4 days ago

    Forget Traditional Birdbaths — This Amazon Prime Day Deal Doubles As A Feeder & Decor

    Do you want to attract birds while adding a pop of color to your yard? This Amazon Prime Day deal features a bird bath that comes in two vibrant shades.

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  • Sharpened mower blade being balanced
    By Ryan Cashman 4 days ago

    How To Easily Sharpen Lawn Mower Blades With A Common Tool You Probably Have

    Sharpening a lawn mower blade can be arduous and intimidating. But there's an attachment you can buy for under $15, making the whole thing quick and easy.

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  • bird flying by window
    By Christy Rae Ammons 4 days ago

    Stop Birds From Flying Into Your Windows With A Quick And Clever Pen Hack

    If birds are hitting your windows, thinking they're more sky, there’s an easy, even stylish solution that breaks up the reflections that are confusing them.

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  • A person kneels to lay thick black landscape fabric as a border.
    By Jennifer Davis 4 days ago

    Ditch Traditional Landscape Fabric: Here's A Better, More Eco-Friendly Alternative

    Landscape fabric can help you manage your garden and keep weeds at bay, but there's another option that is better for the environment and your yard.

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  • Small robin perched on the edge of a concrete birdbath
    By Jasmine Harding 5 days ago

    How Smart Birdbaths Are Changing The Way People Enjoy Backyard Wildlife

    Birdwatching has gone high-tech. With cameras and AI technology, these smart devices are changing the game for anyone who loves spotting backyard visitors.

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  • Different varieties of hosta growing in a garden bed.
    By Amy Freeman 5 days ago

    Plant This Flower With Your Hostas To Enjoy 10x The Beauty All Summer & Fall Long

    Hostas are excellent, sturdy shade plants. While their broad green leaves are pleasing, a pop of color from this companion flower will dress up your garden.

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  • dying leaves lucky bamboo plant
    By Kimberly Johnson 5 days ago

    How To Save A Rotting Bamboo Plant

    Is that lucky bamboo plant dying? It may not be real bamboo, but if the leaves are yellow and it's rotting, you can still save your houseplant with these steps.

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  • person holding up pears
    By Christine McLachlan 5 days ago

    Why Are My Pears Very Hard & Not Ripening?

    If you're lucky enough to have homegrown pears on your pear tree, it can be frustrating if the fruits of your labor just won't ripen. These factors may be why.

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  • Man riding zero turn lawn mower
    By Ryan Cashman 5 days ago

    What Happens When You Fill Lawn Mower Tires With Foam?

    Instead of pricey airless lawn mower tires, one option is to fill a flat tire with expanding foam. It’s a popular hack, but how well it works is up for debate.

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