Not Just For Lawns: There's An Overlooked Way To Use Aerators In Your Backyard
Aeration doesn't just improve grass health, but you need to know how to do it right when using the method to keep much larger plants looking their best.
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Plant This Overlooked Cover Crop In Late Summer To Prevent Sprouting Weeds
Planting flora that can compete against weeds is one of the best ways to naturally keep your garden under control, and one crop is a great, underrated option.
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Before You Cut It Down: 22 Types Of Trees That Are Actually Legally Protected
No matter the reason why you want to take down a tree on your property, it's best to do research first because some (like these 22) are illegal to cut.
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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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Skip Gravel: The Garden Edging Alternative That Adds Visual Interest To Your Yard
Why settle for plain when you can have something pretty? This hardy ground cover offers dainty flowers, handles foot traffic, and adds charm with every step.
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Is Burning A Tree Stump A Good Idea?
Do you have the remnants of a tree that fell or that you cut down? We talked to an expert to find out if burning the stump is the best way to get rid of it.
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Give This Herb A Prune In July For Continuous Blooms
Pruning this vibrant herb in July is an easy way to refresh its blooms for longer-lasting garden color, though the best approach depends on the variety.
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Forget Gravel: This Weed-Resistant Landscaping Option Has Beautiful Yellow Flowers
Why settle for plain ground cover when you can have vibrant blooms, too? This fast-spreading option suppresses weeds and attracts pollinators to your yard.
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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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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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Not Salvia: The Sweet-Smelling Flower That Attracts Hummingbirds
If you're looking to attract hummingbirds to your yard but you're tired of salvia, try this beautiful plant that will also be a show-stopper to guests.
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Southern Gardeners Love This Fast-Growing Tree For Backyard Privacy
Tired of feeling exposed in your own backyard? This Southern favorite can provide privacy in a relatively short time while looking pretty year-round.
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Say Goodbye To Fences: This Evergreen Tree Provides Natural Privacy All Year Long
If you're looking to avoid the prying eyes of neighbors or passersby, ditch the fence and try putting this popular type of tree in your backyard instead.
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That Downed Tree May Be A Gold Mine For Your Own Wood
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.
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Arizona Gardeners Love This Unique Tree For Creating A More Shaded Backyard
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.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Forget Traditional Privacy Screens — This Amazon Solution Doubles As Patio Decor
Privacy screens can feel bulky and boring, but this Amazon find adds privacy — and a touch of greenery — while doubling as stylish outdoor decor.
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The Small Tree With Lavender Blooms That Fills Yards With Birds & Butterflies
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.
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Plant This Companion Flower By Your Peonies To Help Them Truly Flourish
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.
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Forget Hydrangeas: Gardeners Are Loving This Low-Maintenance, Reblooming Shrub
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.
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What To Do If You Find A Weeping Willow Tree In Your Yard
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.
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Plant This Self-Seeding Flower In Your Garden For Healthy Soil & Nonstop Blooms
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.
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