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  • dying leaves lucky bamboo plant
    By Kimberly Johnson 7 hours 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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  • Image of a patio with large concrete planters on either side of a modern chair.
    By Christy Rae Ammons 2 days ago

    Ditch Expensive Concrete Planters: There's A Cheaper DIY Solution

    Love the look of concrete planters but hate the price tag? Discover a cheap, easy DIY alternative that looks just as stunning for a fraction of the cost.

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  • Bird in birdbath
    By Brynna Standen 2 days ago

    Don't Toss An Old Stool — Make A Cute Birdbath Flying Friends Will Flock To

    Birds are wonderful gardening companions, and you can turn your yard into a thriving neighborhood hot spot for them with just some thrifty DIY.

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  • Large planter with a tree
    By Erin Rebar 5 days ago

    What To Put In The Bottom Of Large Planters To Keep Them Lighter

    These everyday household items are great for keeping large planters lighter. Plus, they're sustainable and biodegradable, making them ideal for green gardening.

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  • Ripe tomatoes supported in wire cage
    By Ryan Cashman 6 days ago

    The Space-Saving Tomato Cage You Can DIY On A Budget

    Commercial tomato cages can be small for the largest of plants, making it hard to keep them upright. Luckily, this DIY can help you make a big cage on a budget.

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  • Landscaper evening fresh mulch with a rake
    By Erin Rebar 6 days ago

    Don't Toss Old Nursery Pots, This Clever Hack Makes Mulching A Breeze

    Rather than toss them, put old nursery pots to good use with an easy hack that can cut your mulching time in half without risking damage to your plants.

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  • Person removing a broken handle off of a pot with a hammer
    By Shelley Frost 13 days ago

    Transform An Old Kitchen Pot Into Stylish Decor With This Fun DIY Idea

    Before you go out to get yet another generic planter, consider this DIY that reuses an old pot to craft a beautiful, Boho-inspired planter for your space,

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  • Man trying to clean up a tangled garden hose
    By Emily Kammerlohr 13 days ago

    Organize A Tangled Garden Hose With An Easy DIY Solution

    Skip the expensive hose reels, and look to the recycling bin for this super-easy and practically free DIY solution to organize your garden hose.

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  • A carpenter bee, close up, on a wood deck
    By Ryan Cashman 17 days ago

    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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  • person holding several empty wine bottles
    By Christy Rae Ammons 17 days ago

    Don't Toss Old Wine Bottles — Turn Them Into Stunning Wall Decor

    Your old wine bottles are just what you need to craft this elegant-looking DIY wall decor that will bring the great outdoors into your home.

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  • Older woman watering plants
    By Ryan Cashman 17 days ago

    Give Your Garden A Major Boost With This Simple 2-Ingredient DIY Fertilizer

    Instead of store-bought fertilizer, you can make your own easily. Using water and this nutrient-packed plant, you’ll give your garden or flower bed an upgrade.

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  • A group of several raised bed gardens.
    By Amy Freeman 18 days ago

    The French Garden Secret You'll Want To Try In Your Own Backyard

    Don't have a lot of garden space to work with? You can try this gardening method to make your small space work harder for you, with plants working together.

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  • Person painting an old Bundt pan
    By Shelley Frost 19 days ago

    Don't Toss An Old Bundt Pan: Make A Beautiful Plant Pedestal Instead

    Bundt pans look gorgeous just as they are, so you can imagine how beautiful a plant pedestal made from a repurposed one would look in your yard.

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  • hands holding a small succulent in a paper cup
    By Christy Rae Ammons 19 days ago

    Turn Empty Soup Cans Into Adorable DIY Baskets For Succulents

    Want to hop on the vertical gardening trend? Start by raiding your pantry! Your old soup cans might just make the perfect hanging planters for your succulents.

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  • hands dumping kitchen scraps into compost
    By Christy Rae Ammons 20 days ago

    Neither Banana Peels Nor Eggshells: The Unexpected Scrap To Toss In Your Compost

    As you fill the compost bucket with kitchen scraps — in addition to eggs, banana peels, and other staples — don’t forget this popular summer vegetable.

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  • Gardener with gloved hands picking tomatoes off the vine
    By Shelley Frost 20 days ago

    The Neat Tomato Cage Alternative That Won't Clutter Your Garden

    Tomato cages can crowd a garden, but there's a low-profile alternative that keeps plants supported while adding a fun, unexpected twist to your growing space.

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  • a colorful flower bed
    By Amy Freeman 21 days ago

    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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  • Two rolls of aluminum foil next to a crumbled ball of aluminum foil
    By Melanie Dawn 21 days ago

    4 Ways To Use Aluminum Foil For Fewer Pests And Healthier Plants

    Aluminum foil isn't just good for holding leftovers, and once you learn about these ways to use it in your garden, you'll want to buy an extra roll.

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  • Woman watering a houseplant with a water jug
    By Megan Brame 21 days ago

    Stop Wasting Your Empty Milk Jugs — Turn Them Into A Drip Tray For Plants

    Your plants might be happy after watering, but the surface underneath won't be — unless you use a drip tray. Luckily, an old milk jug can help.

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  • Person putting a Bundt pan down on a wooden countertop
    By Shelley Frost 21 days ago

    Don't Toss Old Bundt Pans: Turn Them Into Upcycled Succulent Planters

    When it's no longer needed in the kitchen, give that old Bundt pan new life as a shallow planter, a perfect succulent display spot needing little alteration.

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  • Female gardener tending to flower beds
    By Ryan Cashman 22 days ago

    Keep Weeds Out Of Flower Beds With A Smart Solution You'll Find In The Bathroom

    Weeds are the bane of any gardener, particularly in a beautiful flower bed. Rather than rush to the garden store, head to your bathroom for an easy fix.

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  • Hand holding soup can without label in front of pantry
    By Cayla Leonard 22 days ago

    Turn Empty Soup Cans Into An Adorable Feeder Birds Will Love

    If there's a DIY that lets you get creative, repurposes old soup cans, AND attract birds to your home, you'll want to try it out, right? Well, here it is.

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  • Large hostas with dark and light green leaves growing in a garden
    By Sakshi Khaitan 24 days ago

    The Perfect Hosta Companion Flower For Attracting Hummingbirds

    Some hostas can attract hummingbirds. But with this native flower added to the mix, you’ll no doubt see a boost in hummer activity in your shade garden.

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  • hand touching rosemary plant
    By Christy Rae Ammons 26 days ago

    What To Do With Your Rosemary In June For Strong, Healthy Growth All Summer

    Whether you have a well-established plant or you're starting from seed, this is everything to know about caring for your rosemary plant in June.

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  • Birds perched on feeder
    By Christy Rae Ammons 28 days ago

    Don't Toss An Old Bundt Pan: Make A Clever Bird Feeder Cover Instead

    When was the last time you made a Bundt cake? If that pan's been sitting in the cupboard for, well, forever, give it a second life and help visiting birds.

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  • Person holding a doily near a counter with trays on it
    By Shelley Frost 29 days ago

    She Grabs A Vintage Doily And Turns It Into The Most Unique Plant Hanger

    Vintage doilies have become trendy decor items all over again and this lady takes it farther by using them to craft a gorgeous, one-of-a-kind plant hanger.

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  • Gray squirrel poaching seeds from a bird feeder
    By Chris Deziel 1 month ago

    Say Goodbye To Squirrels At Your Bird Feeder: 11 Clever Ways To Keep Them Out

    Squirrels turning your bird feeder into a buffet? These clever tricks, from feeder fixes to simple seed additions, can help keep the furry thieves away.

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