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Before guessing what your garden needs, let a simple test point you in the right direction. It can give you a starting point for improving your growing medium.
Read MoreSay goodbye to sore backs and endless bending. This handy garden tool lets you clear unwanted growth while standing comfortably upright.
Read MoreDrought-tolerant, cold-hardy, and cute, this little succulent is tough enough for tricky conditions and charming enough for a delightfully quirky planter.
Read MoreAvailable in a rainbow of colors, this shade-loving favorite is surprisingly easy to grow. Best of all, its seeds do best when planted directly in the ground.
Read MoreGot an old soccer ball that's past its playing days? Give it a second life with a few strategic holes and turn it into a playful home for your favorite blooms.
Read MoreThese native flowers bring a playful, high-contrast pop to your fall garden, creating a lively, layered display that’s anything but ordinary.
Read MoreThe traditional flowers aren't your only options for a colorful fall garden. This tough, low-maintenance succulent might be worth giving a try.
Read MoreCrisp, refreshing, and packed with that irresistible summer crunch, this garden favorite has plenty going for it. Unfortunately, aphids seem to agree.
Read MorePretty, persistent, and largely ignored by deer, these shade-loving blooms have plenty going for them. Keep them out of soggy soil and you're good to go.
Read MoreGive that old-school garbage can lid a creative, customizable second life. A couple additions can turn it into a backyard feature for your feathered visitors.
Read MoreAn old piece of patio furniture gets an easy second life in this clever DIY. It couldn't be simpler, and your feathered visitors will love the finished result.
Read MoreFrom vines to low-growing ground covers, there are plenty of lily-like blooms. These picks bring familiar shapes, colors, and patterns with a fresh twist.
Read MoreFrom colorful shrubs to vertical flower plumes, these hosta companions add color and interest that keep your garden looking lively well beyond summer.
Read MoreFiery fall foliage, blooms that are a hit with pollinators, and a laid-back attitude make this low-growing garden star almost as tough as it is beautiful.
Read MoreThink gardening season is winding down? Not so fast. A few tough picks, including herbs and veggies, can keep your beds producing well into the cooler months.
Read MoreSkip the bulky planters and try something movable: this affordable IKEA setup keeps your herbs easy to grow and easy to roll toward the sunshine.
Read MoreIts refreshing scent is a welcome addition to any garden, but don't let that pleasant aroma fool you. This hardy herb has some serious staying power.
Read MoreYour plants may be trying to tell you something. Spot this clue and it’s time to take a closer look before a tiny pest turns into a much bigger problem.
Read MoreInstead of sending that old baking pan to the thrift store, give it another life. A little paint, pebbles, and water can turn it into a backyard favorite.
Read MoreWith a little paint, string, and creativity, you can turn leftover canning supplies into a cheerful garden wind chime that adds a personal touch to your space.
Read MoreHeatwave? Drought? Hungry deer? This garden favorite doesn't care. Find out which low-maintenance perennial might be the hardiest plant you'll ever grow.
Read MoreYour plants can stay hydrated without you constantly hovering over them, and you don't need a fancy planter to make it happen. All it takes is a clever hack.
Read MoreA promising tomato crop can go from thriving to trouble surprisingly fast. Keep an eye out for this late-summer pest before it gets a taste of your hard work.
Read MoreEasy to grow and perfect for the middle of garden borders, this vibrant bloomer brings brilliant color and plenty of winged visitors to shady spaces.
Read MoreWith its one-of-a-kind foliage and delicate lavender flowers, this shade-loving perennial stands out among the rest, making it a hosta-lover's dream.
Read MoreBrighten up that forgotten shady corner of your landscape with a plant that brings a cheerful pop of yellow while asking for very little in return.
Read MoreNo mower? No problem. From old-school tools to seriously unconventional options, there are more ways to keep your grass in check than you might expect.
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