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  • a colorful flower bed
    By Amy Freeman 4 hours 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 18 hours 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 23 hours 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 1 day 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 2 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 2 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 3 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 6 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 8 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 9 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 11 days 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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  • healthy tomato plants on the vine
    By Ryan Cashman 12 days ago

    Ditch The Chemicals: The Companion Plant That'll Block Out Weeds In Your Tomato Garden

    Weeds are the bane of many plants — including your precious tomatoes. Instead of using chemical herbicides, however, you can use this plant to stamp them out.

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  • Person cutting a milk carton
    By Shelley Frost 12 days ago

    Use Old Milk Jugs To Create A Budget-Friendly Greenhouse With This Smart DIY

    Don’t toss those old milk jugs just yet. Turn them into budget-friendly mini greenhouses that can help you get your garden growing earlier.

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  • Woman watering garden with a large watering can.
    By Amy Freeman 13 days ago

    Use A Plastic Bottle To Make Watering Your Garden A Breeze

    Watering your garden can be a time consuming hassle if you don't have the right gear. Make the right gear with just a plastic bottle and some odds and ends.

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  • Woman standing on a balcony and looking at the city view
    By Shelley Frost 14 days ago

    Skip Traditional Blinds: The Beautiful, Natural Way To Add Privacy To Any Balcony

    Peacefully savoring time on your balcony can be hard when you feel like you're on full display. Instead of hanging curtains, go this charming, natural route.

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  • An annoyed woman holds a fly swatter as she sits by patio
    By Kristeen Cherney 14 days ago

    Keep Flies Away All Summer With An Easy-To-Grow Flower They Can't Stand

    Nothing ruins a summer's day like flies. But could you keep those pests at bay with the help of a low-maintenance, strong-smelling garden flower?

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  • Woman holding a used tea bag and a cup of tea
    By Kathleen Shipman 14 days ago

    Don't Throw Out Used Tea Bags: 10 Smart Ways To Reuse Them In Your Home & Garden

    Whether you enjoy a cup of tea with breakfast or to end a long day, instead of tossing the tea bag, take advantage of spent tea's cleaning and aromatic powers.

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  • Vintage bed frame in a tulip field
    By Cayla Leonard 14 days ago

    Turn An Old Bed Frame Into A Gorgeous Garden Feature

    That old bed frame taking up space in your garage can actually be repurposed into a useful (not to mention beautiful) garden feature you'll love.

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  • empty plastic water bottle and plant DIY
    By Christy Rae Ammons 14 days ago

    Don't Toss Plastic Water Bottles: There's A Neat Way To Reuse Them In The Garden

    Before those bottles hit the bin, put them to work in your garden. This clever trick gives seedlings a great head start, and your recycling bin a day off.

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  • hands holding empty aluminum cans
    By Christy Rae Ammons 15 days ago

    You're Throwing Away Empty Soda Cans — Here's A Better Use For Them In The Garden

    Next time you go to throw away a soda can — don't! Use them properly, and those empty aluminum cans could save you time and money in the garden.

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  • Person's hand on blooming lavender plant in the garden
    By Cayla Leonard 15 days ago

    6 Beautiful Fly-Repellent Plants To Consider Adding To Your Garden

    While gorgeous in the garden, these six aromatic, fly-repellent plants may also make the outdoors more comfortable by keeping buzzing pests at bay.

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  • Person pouring plastic bottle caps out of a bag
    By Shelley Frost 16 days ago

    Turn Trash Into Garden Magic: Bottle Lids Become A Cute Pollinator Water Tower

    Don’t toss those bottle lids. Turn them into a cute water tower for the bees. With a few lids, screws, and a stick, it’s an easy DIY pollinators will love.

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  • Cobblestone pathway lined with flowers
    By Christy Rae Ammons 16 days ago

    Use Plastic Bags To Create A Budget-Friendly Cobblestone Path With This Clever DIY

    Save money on expensive materials and labor for a cobblestone pathway and build one yourself using plastic bags for stunning results on a budget.

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  • A bird and a butterfly perched on a mossy branch
    By Brandy Eaklor 16 days ago

    The Gorgeous Self-Seeding Flower That Is Highly Attractive To Birds & Butterflies

    Flowers look beautiful in your yard and they can also attract birds and butterflies. If you want more of the winged creatures, plant this flower.

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  • Red and purple flowers growing in large planters.
    By Amy Freeman 17 days ago

    The Easy, Affordable Way To Fill Large Planters Without Weighing Them Down

    Save money while saving your back with a low-cost planter filler you can buy or DIY to cut down your soil needs and make your containers easier to move.

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  • a gardener lays down landscape fabric
    By Ryan Cashman 19 days ago

    Not Landscaping Fabric Or Herbicides: A Better, Natural Way To Prevent Weeds

    Put down that nasty chemical herbicide — this pretty plant provides a natural, low-maintenance method of controlling the weeds in your garden.

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  • a gardener harvests organic tomatoes
    By Ryan Cashman 20 days ago

    Do This With Your Tomato Plants In May For Strong, Healthy Growth All Summer

    With summer fast approaching, it's nearly time to move your tomato plants outside. Before you do, though, you may want to give them a bit of last-minute TLC.

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