The Hardy Perennial That Can Keep Ticks Out Of The Garden
Ticks are a backyard nuisance. For devoted gardeners, however, there's one perennial herb you can grow that might help drive the disease-causing pests away.
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Stories By Eman Amjad Ali
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How To Select The Best Variety Of Tomato To Grow For Your Climate
An abundance of tomatoes is in your reach, but you have to plan it. The growing climate you're in has a massive impact on your harvest success, so pick well!
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9 Trusty Perennials That Bring Color To Your Yard More Than Once A Year
One of the main appeals of planting perennials is that they come back every year, but did you know that some flower more than once in a single year? These do!
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Keep Mosquitoes Out Of The Garden With A Fresh-Smelling Herb They Can't Stand
Mosquitoes may assault you the minute you step into your garden, but there's a notorious herb with a bright scent that they really don't like. Try planting it!
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The Pros And Cons Of Using Periwinkle As A Ground Cover Or Grass Alternative
When it comes to big patches of dirt or difficult growing areas, instead of cultivating weeds or picky lawns, it's good to pick a ground cover. Just be wary!
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How To Repel Nuisance Pests In The Garden With Fresh-Smelling Lavender
Some pests are more than just annoying. They can also be a health hazard. But you don't have to spray harsh chemicals to repel them when using lavender.
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22 Savvy Ways To Reuse Empty Plastic Bottles In The Garden
Even when we try to avoid using plastic bottles, it's difficult to get around them entirely. You can save them from the landfill by using them in the garden.
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The Potential Dangers Of Mowing Wet Grass, And What To Do Instead
You might be tempted to start up your lawn mower and get that weekend yard chore out of the way. However, if it rained, you should avoid mowing that wet grass.
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Keep Cockroaches At Bay With A Popular, Fresh-Smelling Garden Flower
Whether cockroaches are in your yard, around your garden, or inside your home, this beloved flowering herb may be a possible deterrent. Plus, it smells great.
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The Popular Garden Plant Snakes Love To Hide In (And What You Can Do About It)
When it comes to designing your garden, there are so many factors to consider, but one may surprise you. Planning for snakes may be added to the list!
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How To Remove Mildew From Flower Pots To Give Garden Containers New Life
Flower pots are too expensive to reuse year after year. However, if you notice mildew growing on your pots, it's best to remove it for your plant's health.
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Add Color To Your Garden While Deterring Deer With A Popular Flower They Hate
Sometimes it feels like we're feeding the deer instead of planting a garden, but hope isn't lost. You can still get some color in a flower deer don't love.
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Bring A Tropical Vibe To Your Garden With A Red Flower Hummingbirds Love
Honestly, who doesn't want more hummingbirds zipping around their yard? You can spice up your garden and attract the tiny birds with this stunning red flower.
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Keep Unwanted Flies Out Of The Garden With An Earthy Aroma They Can't Stand
Flies can be a huge nuisance in the garden. Don't let them bug you! Turn toward a homemade DIY pest repellent with this easy-to-grow common garden herb.
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Attract Hummingbirds With A Beautifully Tall Flower That Can Reseed Itself
Many people pick perennials for pollinator-friendly flower choices, but this gorgeous annual can self-seed each year while attracting hummingbirds to your yard.
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Fast-Growing Fruit Trees You Can Grow Indoors Or In The Garden
While no fruit tree will be an instant producer, you can find some dwarf fruit varieties that take less than a decade to give you the fruit of your labor.
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Stop Weeds From Taking Over The Garden With The Sweetest Ground Cover
Pulling weeds out of your garden can be a huge pain in the back, that's why you should let this perennial ground covering flower do it for you.
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The Homemade Epsom Salt Fertilizer That'll Do Wonders For Your Avocado Tree
If your avocado trees are looking a little yellow this season, it may be because they lack magnesium and sulfur. Thankfully there's a fix for that!
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Fill A Garden Space With A Lush Ground Cover That Can Tolerate Curious Rabbits
Rabbits are one the most persistent garden pests around, that's why it's good to know there's an easy-to-plant flower that can keep them at bay.
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The Blooming Perennial That Can Bring A Rainbow Of Color To Your Yard Or Garden
New Millennium Delphiniums are a colorful perennial option for your garden. We provide growing tips, helpful companions, and safety precautions to keep in mind.
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Keep Mice Out Of The Garden With A Refreshing Herb They Can't Stand
Mice in your garden can be a major hassle, but there is one plant you can add that will help keep them away, just be aware that it's not a cure-all.
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The Shade-Loving Flower That Beginners Can Grow In The Garden For Colorful Blooms
Don't let a little shade crush your dreams of flowers! While it's harder to find colorful blooms for the shade, it isn't impossible. Check out this flower.
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Can Coffee Grounds Help Deter Squirrels From Your Bird Feeder? Here's What We Found
Squirrels are some of the most clever bird feeder bandits roaming your garden, but if you're a coffee drinker, you may have a solution at hand.
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Keep Squirrels Out Of The Garden With A Fresh-Smelling Herb They Can't Stand
Squirrels are the bane of many a gardener, but there's one pungent plant that may be able to help you keep these cheeky rodents out of your garden.
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Stop Weeds Before They Can Start With A Colorful Garden Solution
One of the best ways to control weeds is to choose plants that can keep them from popping up in the first place. These native perennials are beautiful options.
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16 Fast-Growing Trees That Will Add Privacy And Charm To Your Space
Using trees to add privacy to your yard is a time-honored gardening practice. But some tree species, like these, grow quicker (and look better) than others.
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Keep Ants Out Of The Garden With A Fresh Scent They Won't Go Near
All the hard work you put into your garden might be disrupted by an ant infestation. Use a DIY repellent with a particular aroma that these pests hate.
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