Why Some Gardeners Suggest Using Dish Soap On A Lawn, And If You Should Try It
That bottle of Dawn dish soap on your sink might be a lawn remedy, too ... at least according to a few home gardeners. Is this hack actually effective, however?
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Eliminate Unwanted Tree Stumps Easily With An Affordable Household Solution
Once that old tree is gone, the unsightly stump may remain. Before spending the big bucks to get rid of it, consider this easy DIY remedy instead.
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Don't Toss Grass Clippings When You Could Reuse Them For A Greener Lawn
When you're mowing your lawn, you can end up generating quite a few piles of grass clippings. There are so many ways to repurpose them for a healthier yard.
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Attract Hummingbirds The Budget-Friendly Way With A Flower You Can Grow From Seed
Attracting hummingbirds usually comes down to providing a bunch of delicious nectar for energy, but you don't have to break the bank with this easy flower!
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Costly Mistakes To Avoid When Filling Large Garden Planters
Those enormous planters you see perfectly framing a shop or decorating an immaculate home are expensive, but cutting corners to fill them doesn't pay off.
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Can A Trusty Medicine Cabinet Staple Handle Garden Ticks? Here's What We Found
Ticks are one of the worst pests to have in your garden, and people use DIY repellents to keep them at bay ... including a household staple. But does it work?
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The Affordable And Natural Solution To Stop Weeds From Growing In Cracks
Seeing weeds popping up through the cracks of your carefully laid hardscape can be very frustrating, but you don't have to resort to herbicide to stop them.
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The Flowering Shrub Hummingbirds & Bees Can't Get Enough Of
There's a quick-growing, pink-flowering shrub that looks beautiful and is beloved by pollinators. Easily add it to your yard for spring blooms each year.
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Tips For Spotting A Hummingbird's Nest In The Garden (And What To Do Next)
Seeing a hummingbird nest is a rare thing of beauty. Here are a few tips to try to spot one in your garden, as well as the steps to take after you find it.
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America's Leading Lawn Mower Brand And Why It Remains The Top Pick
If you're investing in your lawn, you might as well get the best. This brand you may not be as familiar with is leading the way in America's lawn mower market.
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7 Best Base Ingredients For Thriving Raised Garden Beds
Get a head start on your perfect raised garden bed by picking a solid base ingredient. There are seven options to consider before you even begin planting.
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Why Your Hydrangea Leaves Are Browning, And The Best Way To Fix It
Don't panic if your hydrangea leaves are turning brown. There's a reason and an ideal way to fix the problem so the flowering shrub is healthy again in no time.
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Flowering Perennials That Will Keep Your Garden Looking Lush All Year Long
Avoid spending as much money on flowers each year by investing in pretty flowering perennials. These bloom at different times to keep your garden lush all year.
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Attract Hummingbirds & Pollinators With A Low-Maintenance Flower They Love
You don't need a reason to add more flowers to your garden, but this low-maintenance annual has the added benefit of attracting pollinators like hummingbirds.
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Maintain Greener Grass With A Riding Mower That Makes It Easy
A riding mower can make your job easier, especially if you have a lot of yard to mow. To maintain lush, green, grass, you'll want to buy the right lawn mower.
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Shield Your Garden From Squirrel Damage With A Flower You Can Easily Grow From Seed
Growing flowers from seed isn't complicated with this common annual. But beyond its pretty blooms, it may keep pests like squirrels from damaging your garden.
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Add Color To A Shade Garden With A Flower Pollinators Can't Get Enough Of
One of the biggest challenges in a shade garden is getting enough color mixed in. Try this plant for color and a flower pollinators can't get enough of.
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15 Flowers That Will Flourish In Any Environment For An Easy-To-Grow Garden
There's nothing more irresistible than a garden bed full of gorgeous flowers. Sadly, blooms are so hard to grow, but there are easy options for any black thumb.
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Boost Your Lawn's Health The Budget-Friendly Way With Coffee Grounds
The familiar hack of using coffee grounds as a budget-friendly fertilizer for your houseplants works for your lawn as well. Here's how and why it works.
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The Two Kitchen Ingredients You Need To Deter Lizards From Your Garden
Lizards may be overtaking your garden, but it doesn't have to be a problem with this natural solution that involves using two kitchen staples as a deterrent.
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The Unexpected Way You Can Use Vodka For Weed Control In Garden Gravel
Have some leftover vodka from your last get together? Sure, you can save it, or you could use it in an unexpected way for weed control in garden gravel!
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How To Use Orange Peels To Help The Plants In Your Garden Thrive
All you need to help plants grow could be fruit scraps you'd otherwise throw away: orange peels. With so many uses, your garden will be thriving in no time.
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Planting This Easy-To-Grow Tree Will Add A Lovely Tropical Feel To Your Yard
A yard with a tropical theme looks lovely, but some plants can be difficult to maintain. Consider this beautiful, easy-to-grow flowering tree as an alternative.
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The Common Pantry Staple That Doubles As A Natural Weed Killer
Killing off weeds in your lawn or garden doesn't have to involve a bunch of chemical herbicides. This common kitchen staple can be a natural alternative.
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The Common Scrap That Could Magically Change The Color Of Hydrangeas
While you may usually toss this common kitchen scrap into the trash, you could use it to change the color of the flowers on your hydrangea shrub instead.
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3 Low-Maintenance Fruit Trees Beginner Gardeners Can Grow With Confidence
It's easy to believe that growing your own fruit would be too difficult. But these low-maintenance fruit trees are perfect for beginner gardeners to grow.
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Snakes Love This Plant You Might Already Be Growing In Your Yard
This popular plant is often used extensively in landscaping, especially across the Southeast. Unfortunately, it may also be attracting snakes to your yard.
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