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  • Two sparrows sit on a branch together
    By Brandy Eaklor 21 hours ago

    11 Simply Genius Ways To Use Old Nursery Pots To Bring Birds & Pollinators To Your Yard

    Don't toss those empty nursery pots, turn them into something new! Here's how you can turn old terracotta and plastic pots into a space pollinators will love.

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  • Small backyard area with dining table set, bushes, and string lights
    By Shelley Frost 1 day ago

    Goodbye, Bulky Birdbaths — This $10 Aldi Find Works For Small Patios And Gardens

    Aldi Finds are an affordable way to score attractive yard decor, and this whimsical compact item will certainly bring thirsty birds to your patio or deck.

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  • Three containers of hot pepper plants on a patio.
    By Amy Freeman 2 days ago

    The Forgotten Kitchen Liquid That Helps Pepper Plants Thrive

    We all want our plants to thrive. Luckily, this incredible hack with a common kitchen liquid is easy to use and will help transform your garden.

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  • Ripening red peppers on a plant
    By Cayla Leonard 4 days ago

    Not Basil, Not Mint: Plant Peppers By This Herb For Fewer Pests & Healthier Plants

    Companion planting can help your garden thrive, and this helpful plant will attract pollinators while keeping pests away from your pepper plants.

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  • Man picking up cement blocks
    By Shelley Frost 4 days ago

    Turn Cinder Blocks Into A Simple & Stylish Backyard Bar That Doubles As A Planter

    What if we told you that you could build a dual-purpose bar and planter for just a few bucks? Pretty much all you need are some cinder blocks and wood planks.

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  • watering can, bright flowers, and birdbath on a concrete patio
    By Shelley Frost 4 days ago

    Not Your Average Birdbath: This Amazon Find Also Serves As Patio Decor

    Adding any birdbath to your yard is a great way of attracting some feathered friends, but this Amazon find does even more — including doubling as patio decor.

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  • A hummingbird flying toward a single hummingbird feeder
    By Shelley Frost 6 days ago

    How To Turn An Old Hanging Planter Into An Irresistible Hummingbird Feeder

    What's better than a hummingbird feeder? A hummingbird station! And that's just what you can craft for your yard with this old hanging planter DIY.

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  • A squirrel sits on a garden fence on a sunny day
    By Chris Deziel 6 days ago

    The Common Pantry Item That May Help Keep Squirrels Away From Your Garden

    Squirrels can wreak havoc on your plants, chew down your siding, and scare birds away from any feeders in the garden. Here's a natural way to keep them away.

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  • Bright pink peonies in a garden
    By Amy Freeman 7 days ago

    The Best Time To Fertilize Peonies (And How To Get More Beautiful Blooms)

    Peonies are gorgeous flowers that many people love to plant in their gardens. There is a specific time to fertilize them to get the most blooms.

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  • hands harvesting yellow bell pepper
    By Christy Rae Ammons 9 days ago

    Not Miracle-Gro, Not Banana Peels: Gardener's Old Secret For Bigger Pepper Harvests

    Skip the usual suspects and store-bough boosters — the secret to more peppers might already be brewing in your own yard, just waiting to be put to work.

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  • Tomato cage around tomato plant seen from above
    By Cayla Leonard 12 days ago

    Don't Throw Out Old Tomato Cages: 10 Genius Ways To Reuse Them

    Since you can't just drop your old tomato cages curbside for recycling and thrashing them isn't a great idea either, here are clever ways to upcycle them.

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  • A hummingbird drinking from feeder
    By Christy Rae Ammons 13 days ago

    Why You Should Put An Old Plastic Container Lid On Your Hummingbird Feeder

    Put that leftover plastic lid to good use in the garden as a simple hummingbird feeder upgrade that will ensure a comfier space for your feathered friends.

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  • a young hummingbird perched on a stick
    By Cayla Leonard 14 days ago

    This Plant Attracts Hummingbirds & Stops Weeds From Taking Over Your Garden Beds

    Want to attract hummingbirds to your yard while keeping those weeds in check? With this nifty plant, you can kill two birds with one stone. Figuratively.

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  • a gardener sprays fertilizer on plants
    By Jennifer Davis 14 days ago

    The Natural Fertilizer Your Garden Needs Is Already In The Kitchen

    Need to give your plants a boost, but don't have any fertilizer on hand? Don't fret — the perfect natural solution may just be waiting in your kitchen.

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  • Empty bread loaf pan with paper, scissors, and pen around it
    By Amy Freeman 14 days ago

    16 Smart Ways To Use Old Bread Pans Around The House Instead Of Throwing Them Out

    Contrary to their name, bread pans aren't exactly unitask tools. With a little imagination, there are many clever uses for them around your home.

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  • A woman doing a DIY project with fabric
    By Kathleen Shipman 15 days ago

    Reuse Old Fabric To DIY Garden Decor That's Stylish And Functional

    Add a pop of color and a touch of your personality to your yard with this beginner-friendly DIY using leftover scrap fabric and decorative garden items.

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  • Two birds sitting on wooden fence
    By Kathleen Shipman 15 days ago

    How An Old 2-Liter Soda Bottle Turns A Lifeless Backyard Into A Bird Paradise

    With the help of a kitchen essential and craft items, you can repurpose a 2-liter soda bottle into a garden feature that birds will love flocking to.

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  • Bird with a seed in its mouth perched on a branch
    By Christy Rae Ammons 15 days ago

    Upcycle An Old Plastic Container Into An Easy DIY Feeder Birds Will Love

    As it turns out, plastic containers actually can be a little environmentally friendly! Just reuse them to make DIY bird feeders with optional seed dispensers.

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  • Hand holding two mason jar lids with empty mason jar in the background
    By Cayla Leonard 16 days ago

    7 Simply Genius Ways To Reuse Old Mason Jar Lids In Your Yard And Garden

    Mason jar lids don't exactly look like much, but with the right amount of creativity, you can turn them into both functional and decorative items in your yard.

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  • A woman picking herbs from an herb garden in a yard
    By Brynna Standen 17 days ago

    This Simple Space-Saving Method Lets You Grow Fresh Herbs In The Tiniest Of Yards

    Don’t let a lack of space prevent you from having access to fresh herbs in the kitchen. Use this cheap, simple trick to grow herbs almost anywhere.

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  • A row of red bell pepper plants growing in a garden.
    By Amy Freeman 18 days ago

    Not Eggshells, Not Banana Peels: The Natural Fertilizer That Makes Peppers Thrive

    Eggshells and banana peels can be surprisingly good as fertilizer in your garden. For peppers in particular, though, try something a little different.

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  • Pink and white peony flowers leaning forward
    By Cayla Leonard 19 days ago

    Goodbye, Floppy Peonies: This Tomato Cage Trick Fixes Them Fast

    Don't throw out that old tomato cage. These sturdy items are just what your peonies need, and they can be customized to suit any style preferences.

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  • A person wearing a checked shirt holds a stack of plastic pots in the garden
    By Emily Ray 21 days ago

    Turn Old Plastic Nursery Pots Into A Clever Yard Feature Birds Will Flock To

    Wondering how to reduce that stack of old plastic nursery pots you've been accumulating? Try this DIY to repurpose them and attracts birds simultaneously.

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  • A mole emerging from a mound of dirt in a garden
    By Heather Fishel 21 days 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 23 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 24 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 24 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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