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  • Boots sitting in grass with purple flowers
    By Kathleen Shipman 8 hours ago

    Don't Toss Old Boots — Follow This Easy DIY To Make A Unique Patio Planter

    If you're a fan of kitsch and quirky decor, utilize old boots and a few DIY, gardening, and craft supplies to make incredible patio planters.

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  • A bird sits in a stone birdbath against a backdrop of green leaves and purple flowers
    By Heather Fishel 9 hours ago

    Get Your Dirty Birdbath Sparkling Clean Using A Common Kitchen Staple

    Keep the birds flocking to your yard while preventing the spread of disease by regularly cleaning your bird bath with this common kitchen staple.

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  • person planting a green plant in a pot
    By Rob Johnstone 18 hours ago

    Reach For This Kitchen Scrap To Easily Fill The Bottom Of Your Planters

    Don't throw this kitchen scrap in the trash when you can use it in your planters. It provides helpful nutrients and even contributes to proper drainage.

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  • Moss growing in between cracks on sidewalk
    By Kristeen Cherney 2 days ago

    The Pantry Staple That Can Kill The Moss Growing In Your Sidewalk Cracks

    You probably didn't know that inside your pantry is a versatile ingredient that can remove pesky, hard-to-get moss from your sidewalk cracks.

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  • Man planting potted herbs in wood planter box outside
    By Gwen Swanson 2 days ago

    This Budget-Friendly IKEA DIY Is The Cutest Way To Grow Herbs In A Small Space

    If you don't want to sacrifice a ton of space but still want all the benefits of fresh herbs for your kitchen, this project might be for you.

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  • A squirrel hangs from a bird feeder
    By Derek Rose 3 days ago

    Keep Squirrels Out Of Your Bird Feeder — It Only Takes This One Addition

    Want more birds and fewer squirrels? This quick upgrade blocks squirrels from climbing or jumping onto your feeder, so feathered visitors can eat in peace.

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  • A hummingbird in flight with its wings spread
    By Danno Wise 6 days ago

    These 12 Container Plants Will Transform Your Garden Into A Hummingbird Paradise

    Hummingbirds are popular among backyard gardeners. However, if you don't have room for a hummingbird garden you can grow many of these plants in containers.

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  • Person cutting up an empty plastic bottle with scissors
    By Danno Wise 8 days ago

    Transform Empty Plastic Bottles Into A Simple Herb Garden For Next To Nothing

    A herb garden can be quite beneficial in a home, and with this repurposed plastic bottles DIY, you don't even need to keep buying containers.

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  • A sparrow cleaning itself in a birdbath
    By Ryan Cashman 8 days ago

    Attract Birds With An Easy DIY Birdbath They'll Absolutely Love

    One of the best ways to attract birds to your yard is to install a birdbath. Here's how to DIY your own in-ground bubbling birdbath that local avians will love.

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  • A hand inspecting possible aphid damage on plant
    By Kristeen Cherney 8 days ago

    Attract This Friendly Bird To Your Garden For Natural Pest Removal — Here's How

    It's always best to exhaust natural options before opting for chemical pesticides, and with this method you also get to attract cute birds to your yard.

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  • A close-up of a bee on a blooming rosemary plant
    By Danno Wise 9 days ago

    Planting This Herb Near Your Rosemary Will Make Your Garden A Pollinator Paradise

    Rosemary attracts its fair share of pollinators, but to encourage more birds and insects to visit for longer, plant it next to another common herb.

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  • Mason jar flower vase on a kitchen table
    By Ryan Cashman 10 days ago

    The Mason Jar Lid Trick That Makes Arranging Cut Flowers A Breeze

    You don't have to be a professional florist to make a stunning floral arrangement — you just need a Mason jar with a two-piece lid and this clever hack!

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  • Woman filling multiple bird feeders in yard
    By Kristeen Cherney 10 days ago

    Forget Expensive Bird Feeders — This Attracts Cardinals Just As Well

    Not all birds have the same feeding habits, so if you're interested in attracting cardinals, this method works just as fine as a bird feeder does.

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  • A gray bird in a birdbath
    By Adrian Suppes 12 days ago

    How To Turn An Old Chair Into A Dreamy Cottage Garden Birdbath

    Making a birdbath is an essential part of attracting birds to your garden. There's a way you can repurpose an old chair to make a great bath for them.

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  • Young woman sprinkling birdseed in a DIY wooden bird feeder outside
    By Gwen Swanson 13 days ago

    Make An Easy DIY Bird Feeder From A Kitchen Item You Already Own

    You might be hiding the perfect bird feeder in your kitchen and not even realize it, as one common cooking tool makes the perfect DIY feeder for your yard.

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  • A hand plants seeds in soil
    By Christy Rae Ammons 14 days ago

    Repurpose An Old Muffin Tin To Make Planting Seeds A Breeze

    Don't throw that old muffin tin out -- it actually has the perfect shape and depth for a clever hack that'll help you plant seeds with ease.

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  • A gray squirrel digs in the soil of a garden with purple flowers in the background
    By Heather Fishel 14 days ago

    Deter Squirrels From Digging In Your Garden With This Simple 'Double-Layer' Trick

    Despite their cuteness, squirrels can be a major menace in gardens. Thankfully, this effective "double-layer" trick can help keep your greens safe.

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  • Martha Stewart
    By Cayla Leonard 15 days ago

    Martha Stewart Urges You To Do This Before Spring Planting In Pots

    There's one garden task you might be forgetting as spring approaches. Here's what Martha Stewart suggests to set your potted plants up for success.

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  • A person's hands pulling weeds from a garden
    By Kristeen Cherney 16 days ago

    Say Goodbye To Landscape Fabric & Meet The Eco-Friendly Alternative That Prevents Weeds

    There are many different ways to take care of weeds in your yard, but there's one natural and particularly eco-friendly way you can get rid of them.

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  • Pile of old wood pallets
    By Ryan Cashman 20 days ago

    Grab An Old Wood Pallet And Turn It Into An Amazing Planter For Succulents

    One of the absolute easiest ways to repurpose an old wood pallet is to transform it into an amazing planter for succulents.

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  • Rosemary plant in the garden
    By Ryan Cashman 22 days ago

    These 20 Companion Plants Will Help Your Rosemary Thrive

    These herbs, flowers, vegetables, and fruits are great companion plants for your rosemary. Here's what you should know before adding them to your garden.

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  • Multiple planters and flower pots with flowers growing
    By Rob Johnstone 22 days ago

    Why Pinecones Are A Smart Addition To Flowerpots And Planters

    It's time to add something to your favorite planters: Pinecones. This natural, organic material has so many benefits for your flowers and plants.

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  • A man prepares to propagate a flowering plant by wiping his scissors, surrounded by previously cut pieces in small glasses of water.
    By Jennifer Davis 23 days ago

    20 Gorgeous Plants You Can Easily Propagate From Cuttings

    What's better than having a beautiful plant? Having one you can easily propagate. Use cuttings from these plants to grow more for your garden or gift friends.

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  • Pile of clementine fruits in red mesh produce netting
    By Gwen Swanson 23 days ago

    14 Smart Ways To Reuse Mesh Produce Bags: You'll Wonder Why You Didn't Think Of These Sooner

    Beyond being probably the best packaging there is for fresh produce, mesh produce bags can offer more to your home. Enough to keep you from tossing them.

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  • flower garden with butterflies
    By Christy Rae Ammons 24 days ago

    Plant This Gorgeous Flower By Your Rosemary To Attract Beautiful Birds & Butterflies

    Butterflies are welcome and gorgeous visitors to our gardens, and once you learn how to attract even more, you'll want to get planting immediately.

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  • Stacks of old pot plants and bird decor
    By Kathleen Shipman 24 days ago

    Old Plant Pots: 8 Ideas To Create Clever DIY Bird Feeders For Your Garden!

    Instead of letting your old plant pots turn into clutter in your garage or yard, you can turn them into one of these affordable DIY bird feeders.

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  • Plastic plant pots
    By Amanda Anthony 25 days ago

    Upcycle Old Plastic Pots To Create Charming Garden Decor

    Don't throw out your old plastic plant pots -- with some metal wire and DIY know-how, it's easy to transform them into a stunning vertical garden feature.

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