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  • A mole emerging from a mound of dirt in a garden
    By Heather Fishel 3 hours ago

    Not Vinegar, Not Dish Soap: The Household Item That Keeps Moles Out Of The Garden

    Moles can quickly cause serious damage to a lawn. Send them packing with a common household ingredient you likely have in your medicine cabinet.

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  • Large planter in foreground of patio
    By Brynna Standen 2 days ago

    Why Empty Milk Jugs Are A Smart Addition To Large Planters

    Save empty milk jugs for the next time you repot your plants. They're super helpful when it comes to using large planters, which require extra soil.

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  • Antique blue and white plates one display.
    By Amy Freeman 3 days ago

    Thrifted Plates + A Little Creativity = Stunning Garden Decor You'll Love

    Thrifted plate flowers never need watering or fertilizer, and they'll bring color to your landscape all year round while also minimizing waste.

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  • A birdbath tucked away inside of a vibrant garden.
    By Amy Freeman 3 days ago

    Turn Your Birdbath Into A Bird & Butterfly Magnet By Planting This Flower Near It

    If you want more birds and butterflies to find the birdbath in your yard, then planting this long-blooming flower should do the trick with eye-catching color.

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  • Hands bending a wire clothes hanger
    By Amy Freeman 4 days ago

    Don't Toss Your Old Wire Hangers! Try This Clever Way To Use Them In Your Garden

    "No wire hangers, ever!" screamed Faye Dunaway, playing Joan Crawford in the cult classic "Mommie Dearest." But turns out, they're actually good for something.

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  • A woman smiles while watering a hanging houseplant
    By Emily Ray 5 days ago

    The Adorable DIY That Makes Watering Hanging Plants So Much Easier

    Although cute, hanging plants can be a hassle to water without making a mess. But this beautiful and practical DIY solution makes it a lot easier.

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  • Yellow and blue wicker baskets
    By Amanda Anthony 5 days ago

    Salvage Your Broken Wicker Basket And Turn It Into A Beautiful Bird Feeder

    Wicker baskets are very versatile... even when they're damaged. Turn your spoilt wicker baskets into a beautiful bird feeder in this simple DIY.

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  • Person holding several bundt pans in different colors and sizes
    By Cayla Leonard 5 days ago

    Add A Touch Of Whimsy To Your Yard With This Bundt Pan Mushroom DIY

    If you're interested in having a garden or yard that looks like it's straight out of Wonderland, DIY this cute Bundt pan mushroom in your space.

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  • Weeds in a gravel space
    By Ryan Cashman 6 days ago

    Gardener's DIY Fix For Weeds In Gravel Uses A Common Flooring Product

    Gravel is a great way to pave a walkway, but weeds poking through can quickly become an eyesore. Luckily, this weed barrier alternative may be what you need.

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  • Bearded man gathering garden hose beside container garden on cobblestone driveway
    By Gwen Swanson 6 days ago

    Transform An Old Hose Into A Clever DIY Trellis For Your Garden

    With the help of a few modifications, this hose-repurposing trellis project utilizes the sturdy materials that this garden feature is made from.

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  • Beautiful teacups and saucers for sale in a shop.
    By Amy Freeman 6 days ago

    Transform A Thrifted Teacup And Saucer Into A Birdbath Birds Will Flock To

    It's cute, low-cost, yet effective — this DIY birdbath uses an old teacup and saucer to create a safe place for birds to stop by while adding style.

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  • Two rolls of aluminum foil and a ball of foil against wood boards.
    By Amy Freeman 7 days ago

    Why Gardeners Are Putting Aluminum Foil In Their Gardens — And What It Actually Does

    Aluminum foil has a ton of uses in the kitchen, but it's also great at deterring a range of pests in your backyard garden if you use it correctly.

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  • A woman puts flowers in a vase
    By Christy Rae Ammons 7 days ago

    Don't Toss That Leaky Flower Vase! This Plastic Baggie Hack Works Like Magic

    Plastic baggies are surprisingly sturdy, making them perfect for remedying a leaky flower vase in no time -- as long as you pick the right type of bag.

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  • small porch with potted plants
    By Christy Rae Ammons 7 days ago

    Turn Dollar Tree Finds Into A Rotating Vertical Herb Garden For Tiny Spaces

    It's no fun when you're limited on space but still want to have a bountiful garden. If this is you, grab this Dollar Tree find to make a vertical garden.

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  • woman feeding tit from hands outdoors
    By Cayla Leonard 8 days ago

    11 Easy DIY Bird Feeders You Can Make From Repurposed Kitchen Items

    Birds are really easy to please when it comes to their feeders. So instead of getting that brand new one, try repurposing these kitchen items into DIY feeders.

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  • Person holding shovel with a rusty head
    By Amanda Anthony 8 days ago

    Give An Old Shovel A Second Life As Adorable Garden Decor

    Shovels don't exactly scream "cute", especially old, rusty ones. But you can turn yours into adorable garden decor with this incredibly easy DIY.

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  • Person selecting a plastic container full of raspberries at the supermarket
    By Chris Deziel 10 days ago

    Stop Wasting Plastic Fruit Containers! Turn Them Into Simple Seed Starters

    If it makes good sense to you to find a way to use plastic fruit containers rather than throwing them out, here's an idea: Turn them into seed starters.

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  • woman wearing glasses and holding two wood boards picked from a pile of scrap wood beside her
    By Ron Baker 11 days ago

    12 Clever Ways To Transform Scrap Wood Into Bird Magnets For Your Yard

    Scrap wood has a way of piling over time in homes. If you've got such a problem and would also love to attract more birds, here are ways to do both at once.

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  • A yellow bird perched on a red tomato cage
    By Derek Rose 14 days ago

    Turn An Old Tomato Cage Into A Feeder Birds Will Love

    Creating a DIY bird feeder doesn't have to be complex or require tons of supplies. This simple feeder only uses basic objects, including a tomato cage.

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  • A bee visits a flowering rosemary plant for pollination
    By Heather Fishel 15 days ago

    The Flower You Should Plant With Rosemary To Fill Your Garden With Pollinators

    Looking to attract butterflies and other beneficial insects to your garden? Rosemary does the trick, but it's more powerful when coupled with this companion.

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  • A green wheelbarrow with lawn care equipment by a tree in a garden
    By Brynna Standen 16 days ago

    Give An Old Wheelbarrow A Second Life With This Brilliant Gardening Idea

    Even if it isn't useful for yard work anymore, that old wheelbarrow can still be a benefit to the garden with a little TLC and a few decorative additions.

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  • person picking a black planter pot from a stack of pots
    By Ron Baker 17 days ago

    Don't Throw Out Old Plastic Pots: 11 Genius Ways To Reuse Them Around Your Garden

    Since old disposable plastic pots aren't always easy to recycle, consider reusing them in your garden instead. Here are 11 great repurposing ideas.

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  • Woman painting Bundt pan light green for decor on art tarp with crafting materials
    By Gwen Swanson 17 days ago

    18 Genius Ideas To Repurpose Old Bundt Pans Around The House

    With how distinctive Bundt pans are shaped, you can imagine how unique any repurposing idea involving them will be. Well, here are 18 ideas you'll love.

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  • A bird shaking off water in a bird bath
    By Derek Rose 17 days ago

    Create A Bird Bath Birds Will Love Out Of An Unexpected Kitchen Item

    With a little creativity, this vintage dishware becomes a tranquil spot for birds to splash. It's easy to DIY and adds a unique touch outside.

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  • Four cans of WD-40 lined on a lawn in front of gardening tools
    By Chris Deziel 18 days ago

    The WD-40 Trick You Need Before Mowing Your Lawn

    If mowing your lawn feels harder than it should, grab a can of WD-40. This quick hack can help your mower cut more cleanly and efficiently.

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  • A person drills into a soup can
    By Amanda Anthony 19 days ago

    Save Empty Soup Cans And Turn Them Into Light-Up Garden Decor

    If you're a lover of easy DIYs that create beautiful crafts, then you'd like this simple project that turns empty soup cans into rustic garden lights.

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  • Experienced gardener chopping up egg cartons in home  garden
    By Gwen Swanson 20 days ago

    Why Egg Cartons Are A Smart Addition To Your Flowerpots And Planters

    Egg cartons can be a surprisingly useful addition for those who enjoy flowering, as they're easy to find, beneficial for soil, and sustainable.

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