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  • Woman picking up an empty detergent bottle
    By Cayla Leonard 3 days ago

    Transform An Empty Laundry Detergent Bottle Into A Textured, Modern Vase

    After you've used up the last of your detergent, save the bottle. With a simple DIY and some household items, you can turn it into a chic, modern vase.

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  • Woman holding bowl of soaking pumpkin seeds
    By Johnny Lewis 3 days ago

    Soaking Seeds In Vinegar: What It's For And Why It's Recommended

    Some seeds can take weeks to sprout -- this household pantry staple might be part of the fix. Find out if your stubborn seeds need a vinegar soak.

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  • A woman cleans an empty backyard swimming pool
    By Kathleen Marshall 4 days ago

    Transform An Old Swimming Pool Into A Stunning Backyard Escape Guests Will Love

    Do you have an old swimming pool that you no longer use or that needs costly repairs? Instead, transform it into your own lush backyard oasis.

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  • person holding hostas by the roots and soil
    By Alison Kasch 5 days ago

    Forget Hostas: This Native Wildflower Thrives In Deep Shade

    You've been looking for the perfect plant to place in the shady areas of your yard, but want something unique. This wildflower is the solution.

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  • Woman tending to hostas in her garden
    By Jessica Steinhoff 6 days ago

    Simple Ways To Care For Hostas In Fall So They Come Back Strong And Healthy In Spring

    The effort you put into your hostas over the next few weeks directly determines whether they'll emerge robust or struggling when spring arrives.

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  • A smiling couple planting a flowering shrub in their garden
    By Sakshi Khaitan 13 days ago

    20 Perennials To Plant In October For A Color-Packed Spring Garden

    While you're getting ready for pumpkin-spiced everything and cozy fall sweaters, consider planting these perennials in October for a beautiful spiring garden.

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  • Someone pruning hydrangea
    By Amy Freeman 15 days ago

    Stop Pruning These 11 Shrubs Every Crisp October & Thank Us Later

    Pruning at the wrong time can hinder all of the hard work you've put into growing your shrubs, so avoid giving any of these plants a chop in October.

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  • A woman tends to coneflowers in a backyard
    By Brandy Eaklor 18 days ago

    Not Coneflower: Attract Pollinators Through Fall With A Charming Flower They Love

    Rich in nectar and boasting brightly colored, fluffy-looking blooms, bees and butterflies adore this flower. Plus, it's super easy to maintain.

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  • Hand sowing seeds in the garden soil
    By Sakshi Khaitan 19 days ago

    16 Best Cool-Season Annuals To Plant In October

    The end of summer doesn't mean the end of vibrant, colorful plants, depending on where you live. These 16 annuals are a great option for cooler weather.

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  • A woman smiles as she tends to a fall garden of mums and marigolds
    By Cayla Leonard 20 days ago

    12 Best Flowers To Start Planting In Pots In October

    From classic fall plants that'll fill your yard with bursts of orange to blooms that smell like cozy cherry pie, these flowers are great for October planting.

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  • A bee on a yellow flower
    By Amy Freeman 21 days ago

    Don't Toss Old Toilet Paper Rolls: Use Them To Create A Bee-Friendly Garden

    This toilet paper roll hack allows you to create a garden full of flowers that bees will love, without creating any waste or using any plastic.

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  • A woman carrying a garden basket walking by a foxglove border.
    By Jane LaCroix 22 days ago

    Not Foxglove: The Bell-Shaped Flower That Adds Texture & Charm To A Garden

    If you love the cottage garden look, but you're tired of foxglove, there's a perennial with similar bell-shaped flowers. Grow it in zones 7 through 10.

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  • Woman arranging assorted potted hydrangeas
    By Cayla Leonard 23 days ago

    Not Hydrangeas: The Low-Maintenance Alternative That Smells Incredible

    This alternative to the hydrangea not only grows in many U.S. zones but also has a sweet, pleasant scent that can attract pollinators to your garden.

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  • Person taking a cutting from a tree in fall
    By Cayla Leonard 23 days ago

    Take Cuttings From These 20 Outdoor Plants Before October Ends & Thank Us Later

    With autumn being a season of transition, there's no better time to take cuttings from hardwood and semi-hardwood outdoor plants to prep for next year.

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  • Yellow gloved hands using shears to cut a cane on a rose bush
    By Ryan Cashman 24 days ago

    11 Plants To Prune In October For A Healthier, More Productive Garden Come Spring

    These plants need to be pruned in October to prevent pests and diseases, make room for lush spring growth, and improve air circulation.

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  • Woman tending to a flower garden in the autumn
    By Amy Freeman 24 days ago

    Not Mums Or Black Eyed Susans: The Hardy Perennial That Brings Fall Color To The Garden

    Chrysanthemums and black eyed Susans tend to dominate autumn gardens, but this cold-hardy plant will continue to offer color to your flower bed year after year.

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  • Gardener digging up hostas
    By Ryan Cashman 26 days ago

    Skip The Hostas: Another Beautiful Weed-Resistant Ground Cover You Can Grow

    Skip hostas if you want a ground cover that thrives in full sun. This pretty low-growing perennial not only loves sun, it tolerates poor soil and blocks weeds.

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  • People shopping for mums looking at purple and other colors.
    By Kristeen Cherney 27 days ago

    Not Mums: The Charming Purple Perennial You Could Be Adding To Your Container Garden

    Looking for an alternative to chrysanthemums this fall? This charming purple-colored perennial can be grown in containers for an interesting porch display.

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  • A person cutting a hydrangea stem to put it in water
    By Ryan Cashman 1 month ago

    A Jar Of Water Is All You Need To Grow More Gorgeous Hydrangeas In September

    As summer wraps up and you start to plan for your new spring flower garden, consider rooting hydrangeas in just a jar of water this fall season.

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  • charming flower garden with various blooms
    By Christy Rae Ammons 1 month ago

    Not Sweet Pea, Not Roses: The Feathery Flower That Adds Vintage Charm To A Garden

    Looking for the perfect whimsical flower to add to your cozy and lush garden? This option adds color and variety to a cottagecore-inspired outdoor space.

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  • Gloved hands work with a plant cutting in front of numerous nursery pots filled with soil.
    By Sophia Beams 1 month ago

    Take Cuttings From These 7 Outdoor Plants Before September Ends & Thank Us Later

    As you start to prep your garden for winter, consider grabbing cuttings from these seven outdoor plants to use for next year. You'll be glad you did!

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  • creator holding pool noodle on a brown place mat while reaching for a plastic serrated knife
    By Shelley Frost 1 month ago

    She Turns Pool Noodles Into A Patio Flower Display With A Cute Dollar Tree DIY!

    Turns out you can use Dollar Tree pool noodles and supplies you likely already have at home to craft an aesthetically pleasing, yet functional planter.

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  • Person picking tomatoes from a garden bed.
    By Megan Brame 1 month ago

    Not Concrete Or Wood: The Rot-Resistant Material For Long-Lasting Garden Beds

    You love having raised garden beds for so many reasons, but could use a more resistant material to ensure longevity. This alternative will do the trick.

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  • Woman in a fall outfit and yard with mums and pumpkins
    By Danielle Valente 1 month ago

    Forget Mums: 6 Fragrant Alternatives For Gorgeous Fall Planters

    Colorful chrysanthemums are an autumn go-to for many gardeners. But why not mix it up this fall with aromatic blooms that evoke honey, mint, even jelly beans.

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  • A cute bird sips from a boring birdbath
    By Danielle Valente 1 month ago

    Leave Traditional Birdbaths Behind For An Amazon Find That Doubles As A Plant Trellis

    This dainty birdbath from Amazon has an added feature that small climbing plants will love, and, if you already have a birdbath, it's a great size for a feeder.

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  • A man carrying a wooden tray holding pink and yellow potted mums.
    By Sophia Beams 1 month ago

    Will My Store-Bought Potted Mums Come Back Every Year?

    Store-bought potted mums are meant to last just for the season. To get mums to return each year, look for garden mums available at garden centers in the fall.

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  • A woman in a red sweater and grey beanie gardening in the backyard in the fall
    By Danielle Valente 2 months ago

    9 Things Your Garden Needs In The Fall To Come Back Stronger Than Ever In The Spring

    Spring and summer might be busy times in the garden. But there are also some fall tasks to tackle to make sure your plants return stronger after winter.

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