Why Creeping Bellflower Could Ruin Your Gorgeous Garden
While creeping bellflower certainly has lovely flowers, it might not be the best addition to your garden, especially if you are meticulous in your design.
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Stories By Cara Lockwood Benoit
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Get Healthier Garden Soil With A Tasty Vegetable That's Easy To Grow
Putting a bunch of work into your soil every spring pays off, but wouldn't it be nice if your plants paid some soil rent? One common veggie actually does!
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15 Stunning Varieties Of Hydrangea Trees You Could Be Growing In Your Garden
Did you know there are cultivars of hydrangea that can be trained to grow like a tree, not a shrub? These stunning varieties will be the star of your garden.
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The Clever Way To Reuse Plastic Bottles In The Garden For Healthier Plants
Reusing your plastic bottles not only helps the environment, but it can help your plants as well. This reuse idea helps you save a bit of money as well.
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Why You Should Start Burying Pennies In Your Yard Or Garden
A penny saved is a penny earned, but what if you buried those pennies in your yard? There's a good reason for you to try this easy gardening trick.
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The Simple Swap That Can Keep Wasps Far Away From A Hummingbird Feeder
Nobody likes a wasp sting, but don't let them bully you and your hummingbirds away from the feeder. There's an easy fix to keep the birds without the wasps.
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Stop Unwanted Weeds With A Flowering Ground Cover That Adds Color To The Garden
Ground covers are the lawn alternative that do it all. Not only will this one help with weed control, but it will make your yard or garden a tad more colorful.
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Restore Old Garden Tools With The Help Of WD-40
Spring rolls around and you realize that you left that pair of pruners to defend itself against the elements. But there's still hope to restore them with WD-40!
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15 Ways You Can Fill The Empty Space In Large Planters For Easier-To-Carry Houseplants
Oversized pots aren't just in style for your patio. You can bring those elegant elements indoors too, but here's how to keep them light enough to move.
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Plant This Underrated Flower In August & It Will Look Stunning In The Fall
The gardening season isn't over yet. This pretty flower doesn't get the appreciation that it deserves, and yes, it can be planted in August for autumn blooms.
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The Popular Tree You Don't Want Growing Too Close To Your Home – And Why
A lovely tree next to the home is the quintessential image most of us aspire to. But there is at least one bad choice when it comes to the type of tree.
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Effortlessly Change The String On An Electric Weed Eater With One Handy Tip
Weed eaters are convenient for zipping into tight spaces when tidying the lawn, but replacing their string isn't always as easy. Here's a handy tip for success.
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The Best Place To Plant Self-Seeding Balloon Flowers For A Luscious Garden Bed
Balloon flowers are as fun as they sound and make a great addition to your garden. Here's how to make sure they are happy and produce their signature blooms.
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How To Get The Most Out Of Your Rain Bird Sprinklers For A Healthy Lawn
Rain Bird sprinklers are a great way to make lawn care easier, but there's a little trick that can improve their water flow for even healthier grass.
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The Popular Garden Vegetable You Should Grow For Healthier Soil
While healthy soil is a requirement for healthy crops, there are some plants that can boost the soil health in return. One is more common than you think.
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The Easy Way To Bring Wilting Hydrangea Blooms Back To Life
One of the main benefits of caring for a hydrangea shrub is the bountiful supply of fresh-cut flowers. If you want them looking their best for longer, try this.
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When To Prune These 12 Perennials For Vibrant Summer Blooms
While their bloom times vary, the real fun in planting perennials is that they come back every year. So here's how to prune for next summer's success.
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How To Create A Striking Goth Garden In Your Yard
Cue the Addams Family theme song because goth gardens are in! While your neighbors strive for bright colors, here's how to lean into your edgier side.
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Attract Hummingbirds To The Garden With A Charming Swing You Can DIY
If you like to sit back and enjoy your garden, then maybe you can share the view with hummingbirds. DIY them a little swing so they can relax with you.
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The Simplest Solution For Eliminating Pesky Anthills In Your Yard
Ants aren't just annoying around the house. It's also frustrating to see those mounds in your yard. Luckily, there's an easy pest-deterring method you can use.
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The Kitchen Scrap That Could Turn Hydrangea Flowers Blue On A Budget
Want to see a magic trick? You can turn certain hydrangea flowers blue in your own backyard! And it's actually not magic, and you can do it on a budget.
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The Big Mistake To Avoid Making When Sharpening Dull Lawn Mower Blades
With so much time and money tied up into your lawn, the last thing you want to do is mess up your lawn mower during maintenance. Watch out for this mistake.
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The Simplest Strategy To Keep Unwanted Wildlife Out Of The Garden
Between the raccoons, deer, and rabbits, it feels like you planted a wildlife salad bar instead of a garden. But you can skip all of the sprays with this.
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21 Birds That Can Benefit Your Yard Or Garden With Their Friendly Visits
Many gardeners are also bird lovers. But seeing songbirds outside isn't just a visual treat. Certain species are actually beneficial to your plants and lawn.
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Fill In A Shady Garden With A Native Wildflower That's Easy To Grow
A shady yard doesn't mean you have to say goodbye to your flower garden dreams. Try growing this pretty shade-loving wildflower that's native to the U.S.
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What It Says About The Health Of Your Lawn If Mushrooms Start To Sprout
For many homeowners, a thriving, lush green lawn is the goal. So when mushrooms start to pop up in the grass, what does it mean? Here's what to know.
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Stop Garden Tomatoes From Cracking Or Splitting With One Simple Fix
Tomatoes are the star of a vegetable garden, so it's depressing to see them splitting open on the vine. Here's why that happens and what you can do about it.
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