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  • A snake tracking something in a grass patch.
    By Sharon Kong Perring 11 days ago

    The Plant You'll Want To Grow To Keep Snakes And Other Pests Out Of Your Yard

    Gardens invite a lot of wildlife, both adorable and annoying. To keep snakes and certain pests at bay, it may be as simple as adding this fragrant plant.

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  • pink and red hydrangeas blooming
    By David Kuchta 12 days ago

    The Natural Remedy That Will Help Your Hydrangeas Thrive With Colorful Blooms

    Hydrangeas can thrive using natural remedies. Discover a simple solution made from a common kitchen scrap that will help your hydrangeas bloom with brilliance.

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  • strawberries hanging over the edge of plant pot
    By Lillian Jackson 13 days ago

    This Easy Pool Noodle Hack Is A Game-Changer For Your Potted Plants

    This is the pool noodle hack you need that makes plant care easier than ever. This clever trick will help prevent damage to allow your plants to thrive.

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  • a very large outdoor plant pot with tree planted
    By Rob Johnstone 20 days ago

    Don't Throw Out Plastic Water Bottles - Try A Money-Saving Gardening Hack Instead

    Here's why you don't want to throw out those old plastic bottles with this genius money-saving hack for your plant pots.

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  • person holding ripe tomatoes in garden
    By Rob Johnstone 28 days ago

    Should You Use Banana Peels As A Natural Fertilizer For Tomato Plants?

    Many people swear by banana peels as the ultimate garden hack to fertilize tomato plants. Should you be using this common kitchen scrap in your gardening?

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  • a woman holds a small handheld hummingbird feeder in her hands as a male hummingbird stands on top of it
    By Rob Johnstone 1 month ago

    Don't Make The Mistake Of Using The Wrong Ingredients In Your DIY Hummingbird Nectar

    It's so easy to DIY a nectar recipe for the hummingbird feeder in your yard. However, you need to use the right formulation and avoid harmful ingredients.

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  • A grub excavated in a lawn
    By Ron Baker 1 month ago

    The Natural Remedy You Need To Get Rid Of Grubs Before They Become A Bigger Issue

    If you see grubs in your soil, you may want to deal with them before they become a larger issue. Luckily, there's a natural pest remedy that can help your yard.

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  • Woman holding aluminum foil
    By Rob Johnstone 1 month ago

    Why You Might See Someone Putting Aluminum Foil On Their Hummingbird Feeder

    If you see somebody outside putting aluminum foil around their hummingbird feeder, there might be a curious explanation. You may want to try this hack yourself.

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  • A flock of hummingbirds gathered around a feeder.
    By Rob Johnstone 1 month ago

    How To Encourage More Hummingbirds To Come To Your Yard With An Old Tree Branch

    You can attract hummingbirds with a feeder, colorful items, native flowers, or a bird bath. But if you've got an old tree branch in your yard, try this hack.

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  • hummingbird perched on red plastic outlet on a bird feeder, drinking nectar
    By Rob Johnstone 2 months ago

    The Seemingly Harmless Insect You Don't Want To Find On Your Hummingbird Feeder

    Many people may think this insect is harmless, but it can hurt and kill hummingbirds. You don't want to see this well-known bug anywhere near your feeder.

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  • blue and green hummingbird drinking from pink flower
    By Gabrielle Hondorp 2 months ago

    Save Your Old Glass Jars To DIY A Simple Hummingbird Feeder On A Budget

    Make a budget-friendly hummingbird feeder with a leftover Mason jar you've got lying around. Follow these easy DIY steps to attract more birds to your garden.

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  • a man wearing gray gloves removes a dandelion from the lawn
    By Rob Johnstone 2 months ago

    The Unconventional Yet Effective Sugar Hack For A Weed-Free Lawn

    There's a gardening hack you may want to know about to get a lawn free of weeds -- and it involves an ingredient you probably already have on hand.

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  • cardboard egg carton on a table with grass in the background while a finch eats bird seed
    By Janine Frank 2 months ago

    Don't Throw Out Empty Egg Cartons – Here's A Hack To Reuse Them To Attract Birds

    Yes, you can create a DIY bird feeder with an empty egg carton. And it's all thanks to this easy hack that will help attract more birds to your yard or garden.

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  • catmint blooming along a garden path
    By Janine Frank 3 months ago

    Attract More Hummingbirds With A Ground Cover That Boasts Lavender-Blue Flowers

    Many people dream of the perfect lawn alternative ground cover plant. What if there was one with stunning flowers that hummingbirds loved? Good news: there is.

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  • A worn old garden hose on a patio
    By Ron Baker 3 months ago

    Genius Ways You Never Thought To Reuse An Old Garden Hose In Your Home And Yard

    Once a garden hose is broken, you may want to toss it into the trash. However, consider recycling it and using it in your home and yard with these DIY projects.

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  • Bulbs and cloves of garlic in a wicker basket on dug rows of soil where individual cloves are being planted
    By Hunker Staff 3 months ago

    You Can Plant Grocery Store Garlic, But Here's Why You Shouldn't

    There's a hack on social media that says you can grow new garlic bulbs from store-bought cloves in your garden. Maybe you can, but here's why you shouldn't.

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  • collection of vintage straw baskets
    By Jillian Chapman 3 months ago

    Reuse A Thrifted Basket To DIY A Beautiful Footed Planter On A Budget

    A footed planter is a gorgeous option to house your favorite plants. But if you have (or thrift) an old basket, you can DIY one, even if you're on a budget.

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  • A close up of a bee flying over some yellow flowers. The yellow and green background is blurred.
    By Holly Gates 3 months ago

    How To Keep Bees Away From Your Yard With Quick And Easy Solutions

    Is your yard overrun by bees? Even if you value pollinators, you may not want to risk being stung. Luckily, there are quick, easy options to keep them away.

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  • gloved hands holding rotisserie chickens in plastic-topped containers at a grocery store
    By Jason Rochlin 4 months ago

    Don't Toss Rotisserie Chicken Containers — Here's A Gardening Hack To Reuse Them

    Rotisserie chicken containers in the garden? It could be useful for your plants. Don't toss this piece of trash, and try this clever gardening hack instead.

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  • oranges growing on a tree
    By Janine Frank 4 months ago

    The Vibrant Flowering Companion Plant That Will Help Your Citrus Trees Flourish

    Growing citrus trees can be challenging, but there's a certain flowering companion plant with a lot of garden benefits that can help them thrive.

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  • wooden bird house in a tree
    By Charlotte D. Miller 4 months ago

    Hummingbird Houses Aren't Going To Attract More Hummingbirds. Here's Why

    You might want to skip over that so-called hummingbird house in the store, because it won't attract any birds. Luckily, there are other ways to help them nest.

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  • overhead view of gardening tool, pots, flowers and watering can
    By Janine Frank 4 months ago

    Outdated Gardening Trends To Say Goodbye To In 2025

    If you've implemented one of these popular gardening trends into your landscaping or garden, they may be outdated. It's time to upgrade your yard instead.

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  • wood pallets on deck
    By Brandy Eaklor 5 months ago

    Creative DIY Wood Pallet Projects That Will Enhance Your Garden

    Every thrifty DIYer loves wood pallets, but if you're a gardener, these projects from the wooden material will add life to your outdoor space, patio, and yard.

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  • A variety of herbs and gardening tools on a wooden table. Potted plants surround the table on a cobblestoned patio.
    By Holly Gates 5 months ago

    The IKEA VESKEN Cart Is The Perfect Solution For An Outdoor Herb Garden

    If you want an outdoor herb garden but don't know how, there's a perfect solution: the IKEA VESKEN cart. This TikTok gardening hack shows you how it's done.

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  • toilet paper tubes on counter
    By Brandy Eaklor 5 months ago

    Stop Tossing Your Toilet Paper Tubes And Try These Home And Garden Hacks Instead

    The cardboard tubes in a spent toilet paper roll are usually tossed in the trash. Stop doing that, and try these clever hacks for your garden and home instead.

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  • Closeup of a white peace lily blooms and plant
    By Ethan Harrison Smith 5 months ago

    Your Peace Lilies Will Thrive With The Help Of An Unexpected Leftover Kitchen Scrap

    Peace lilies are popular houseplants for good reason and are easy to raise. Adding this kitchen scrap that usually gets discarded can help them thrive.

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  • A hand holding a can of WD-40
    By Kristeen Cherney 5 months ago

    Handy Ways To Use A Can Of WD-40 In Your Yard And Garden

    You probably have a can of WD-40 gathering dust as it awaits its next squeaky door hinge, but you can use it in a lot of neat ways in your garden & home.

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