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  • a woman holds a small handheld hummingbird feeder in her hands as a male hummingbird stands on top of it
    Garden Hacks
    By Rob Johnstone

    Don't Make The Mistake Of Using The Wrong Ingredients In Your DIY Hummingbird Nectar

    It's so easy to DIY a nectar recipe for the hummingbird feeder in your yard. However, you need to use the right formulation and avoid harmful ingredients.

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  • A grub excavated in a lawn
    Pests, Weeds & Problems
    By Ron Baker

    The Natural Remedy You Need To Get Rid Of Grubs Before They Become A Bigger Issue

    If you see grubs in your soil, you may want to deal with them before they become a larger issue. Luckily, there's a natural pest remedy that can help your yard.

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  • Woman holding aluminum foil
    Garden Hacks
    By Rob Johnstone

    Why You Might See Someone Putting Aluminum Foil On Their Hummingbird Feeder

    If you see somebody outside putting aluminum foil around their hummingbird feeder, there might be a curious explanation. You may want to try this hack yourself.

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  • A flock of hummingbirds gathered around a feeder.
    Garden Hacks
    By Rob Johnstone

    How To Encourage More Hummingbirds To Come To Your Yard With An Old Tree Branch

    You can attract hummingbirds with a feeder, colorful items, native flowers, or a bird bath. But if you've got an old tree branch in your yard, try this hack.

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  • hummingbird perched on red plastic outlet on a bird feeder, drinking nectar
    Pests, Weeds & Problems
    By Rob Johnstone

    The Seemingly Harmless Insect You Don't Want To Find On Your Hummingbird Feeder

    Many people may think this insect is harmless, but it can hurt and kill hummingbirds. You don't want to see this well-known bug anywhere near your feeder.

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  • blue and green hummingbird drinking from pink flower
    DIY
    By Gabrielle Hondorp

    Save Your Old Glass Jars To DIY A Simple Hummingbird Feeder On A Budget

    Make a budget-friendly hummingbird feeder with a leftover Mason jar you've got lying around. Follow these easy DIY steps to attract more birds to your garden.

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  • a man wearing gray gloves removes a dandelion from the lawn
    Garden Hacks
    By Rob Johnstone

    The Unconventional Yet Effective Sugar Hack For A Weed-Free Lawn

    There's a gardening hack you may want to know about to get a lawn free of weeds -- and it involves an ingredient you probably already have on hand.

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  • cardboard egg carton on a table with grass in the background while a finch eats bird seed
    Garden Hacks
    By Janine Frank

    Don't Throw Out Empty Egg Cartons – Here's A Hack To Reuse Them To Attract Birds

    Yes, you can create a DIY bird feeder with an empty egg carton. And it's all thanks to this easy hack that will help attract more birds to your yard or garden.

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  • catmint blooming along a garden path
    Lawn
    By Janine Frank

    Attract More Hummingbirds With A Ground Cover That Boasts Lavender-Blue Flowers

    Many people dream of the perfect lawn alternative ground cover plant. What if there was one with stunning flowers that hummingbirds loved? Good news: there is.

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  • A worn old garden hose on a patio
    Garden Hacks
    By Ron Baker

    Genius Ways You Never Thought To Reuse An Old Garden Hose In Your Home And Yard

    Once a garden hose is broken, you may want to toss it into the trash. However, consider recycling it and using it in your home and yard with these DIY projects.

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  • Bulbs and cloves of garlic in a wicker basket on dug rows of soil where individual cloves are being planted
    Garden Hacks
    By Hunker Staff

    You Can Plant Grocery Store Garlic, But Here's Why You Shouldn't

    There's a hack on social media that says you can grow new garlic bulbs from store-bought cloves in your garden. Maybe you can, but here's why you shouldn't.

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  • collection of vintage straw baskets
    DIY
    By Jillian Chapman

    Reuse A Thrifted Basket To DIY A Beautiful Footed Planter On A Budget

    A footed planter is a gorgeous option to house your favorite plants. But if you have (or thrift) an old basket, you can DIY one, even if you're on a budget.

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  • A close up of a bee flying over some yellow flowers. The yellow and green background is blurred.
    Pests, Weeds & Problems
    By Holly Gates

    How To Keep Bees Away From Your Yard With Quick And Easy Solutions

    Is your yard overrun by bees? Even if you value pollinators, you may not want to risk being stung. Luckily, there are quick, easy options to keep them away.

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  • gloved hands holding rotisserie chickens in plastic-topped containers at a grocery store
    Garden Hacks
    By Jason Rochlin

    Don't Toss Rotisserie Chicken Containers — Here's A Gardening Hack To Reuse Them

    Rotisserie chicken containers in the garden? It could be useful for your plants. Don't toss this piece of trash, and try this clever gardening hack instead.

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  • oranges growing on a tree
    Garden Hacks
    By Janine Frank

    The Vibrant Flowering Companion Plant That Will Help Your Citrus Trees Flourish

    Growing citrus trees can be challenging, but there's a certain flowering companion plant with a lot of garden benefits that can help them thrive.

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  • wooden bird house in a tree
    Garden Tools & Supplies
    By Charlotte D. Miller

    Hummingbird Houses Aren't Going To Attract More Hummingbirds. Here's Why

    You might want to skip over that so-called hummingbird house in the store, because it won't attract any birds. Luckily, there are other ways to help them nest.

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  • overhead view of gardening tool, pots, flowers and watering can
    Lawn
    By Janine Frank

    Outdated Gardening Trends To Say Goodbye To In 2025

    If you've implemented one of these popular gardening trends into your landscaping or garden, they may be outdated. It's time to upgrade your yard instead.

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  • wood pallets on deck
    Garden Tools & Supplies
    By Brandy Eaklor

    Creative DIY Wood Pallet Projects That Will Enhance Your Garden

    Every thrifty DIYer loves wood pallets, but if you're a gardener, these projects from the wooden material will add life to your outdoor space, patio, and yard.

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  • A variety of herbs and gardening tools on a wooden table. Potted plants surround the table on a cobblestoned patio.
    Garden Hacks
    By Holly Gates

    The IKEA VESKEN Cart Is The Perfect Solution For An Outdoor Herb Garden

    If you want an outdoor herb garden but don't know how, there's a perfect solution: the IKEA VESKEN cart. This TikTok gardening hack shows you how it's done.

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  • toilet paper tubes on counter
    Design Hacks
    By Brandy Eaklor

    Stop Tossing Your Toilet Paper Tubes And Try These Home And Garden Hacks Instead

    The cardboard tubes in a spent toilet paper roll are usually tossed in the trash. Stop doing that, and try these clever hacks for your garden and home instead.

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  • Closeup of a white peace lily blooms and plant
    Houseplants
    By Ethan Harrison Smith

    Your Peace Lilies Will Thrive With The Help Of An Unexpected Leftover Kitchen Scrap

    Peace lilies are popular houseplants for good reason and are easy to raise. Adding this kitchen scrap that usually gets discarded can help them thrive.

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  • A hand holding a can of WD-40
    Garden Hacks
    By Kristeen Cherney

    Handy Ways To Use A Can Of WD-40 In Your Yard And Garden

    You probably have a can of WD-40 gathering dust as it awaits its next squeaky door hinge, but you can use it in a lot of neat ways in your garden & home.

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  • empty pile of toilet paper tubes -- one sitting upright has a plant inside of it
    Garden Hacks
    By Gabrielle Hondorp

    Should You Throw Toilet Paper Tubes In Your Garden? Here's What The Experts Say

    Some people recommend using toilet paper tubes made out of cardboard into your garden. However, here's what the experts have to say about this gardening hack.

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  • Open doors of a storm cellar, which often double as root cellars
    Fruit & Vegetable Garden
    By Ron Baker

    How To Make A Custom Root Cellar That Won't Break The Bank

    If you're a homesteader, gardener, or someone who buys groceries in bulk, you may have considered getting a root cellar. DIY it with these affordable options.

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  • Person pushing a lawn mower
    Lawn Mowers & Tools
    By Charlotte D. Miller

    The Genius Lawn Mower Pool Noodle Hack You'll Wish You Tried Sooner

    Is there anything a pool noodle can't do? If you find mowing your lawn to be an uncomfortable experience, this genius hack can help get the task done.

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  • Peeled orange and knife on cutting board
    Pests, Weeds & Problems
    By Ethan Harrison Smith

    Stop Tossing Out Orange Peels & Try A Patio Pest Control Hack Instead

    If you've got orange peels, you could try to whip yourself up a pest control hack for your patio in one of the easiest ways possible. Here's how to do it.

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  • herbs growing in jars
    Garden Hacks
    By Charlotte D. Miller

    How To Grow A Kitchen Herb Garden Using Trusty Mason Jars

    If you want the kitchen herb garden of your dreams, you may already have a versatile tool that you need to get started: Mason jars. Tasty herbs await you.

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