HGTV Star John Gidding Reveals The Secret To Boosting Curb Appeal With Plants
HGTV's John Gidding is an expert when it comes to what gives your house that curb appeal. He says there are a few key plants that can transform your property.
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How To Keep This Popular Houseplant Thriving Throughout The Winter
This low-maintenance, humidity-loving houseplant needs you to know that it is affected by the winter, even indoors! Here's how to adjust your care for it.
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Save A Tomato Plant From Brutal Winter Temps With This Savvy Gardening Technique
Once winter hits, it doesn't have to be curtains for your tomato plant. Bring the growing indoors with a nifty propagation tip that will keep tomatoes coming.
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The Simple Thing Chip & Jo Recommend Adding For Fixer Upper-Inspired Curb Appeal
HGTV star Joanna Gaines combines her home and gardening expertise with a simple porch decorating tip that is bound to catch your eye in every season.
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Help Peach Trees Thrive With A Companion Plant They Love
There's nothing more fulfilling than growing peach trees for their fresh fruit. However, your tree will benefit greatly from this veggie as a companion plant.
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The Essential Winter Task That Ensures A Healthy Blueberry Shrub Next Spring
Blueberry shrubs may take a bit of work to get into optimal growing shape, but the fruit makes it worth the time. And winter is an important maintence period.
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How Often You Should Be Cleaning A Feeder To Keep Hummingbirds Happy & Safe
With a feeder, you're inviting hummingbirds into your yard. Make sure they stay safe by following a proper cleaning routine that's dependent on the weather.
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The Easiest Way To Ensure You Get Blooms On Your Christmas Cactus
Given its name, you may expect a Christmas cactus to bloom on (or around) December 25. However, one simple mistake could prevent the houseplant from flowering.
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8 Of The Least Messy Shade Trees To Cool Down Your Yard Without The Cleanup
The benefits of a shade tree? Cooler yard in the summer and more privacy. The downside? All that mess from the leaves. But these 8 trees minimize yard clutter.
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The Beautiful Perennial You Can Add To Your Garden For Color Interest In Winter
While there aren't many flowers that can withstand winter temperatures, this colorful perennial will add beauty to your garden during the coldest season.
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3 Important Factors To Consider When Buying The Right Lawn Mower For Your Yard
Purchasing a mower for your yard isn't necessarily an easy task. There are many things to keep in mind, but these lawn care concerns are at the top of the list.
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8 Of The Best Companion Plants To Grow Near Hydrangeas For A Stunning Garden
While hydrangeas add bursts of color on their own, why not make your garden even better by adding these companion plants alongside (or underneath) the shrubs?
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The Big Mistake You Don't Want To Make With A Hummingbird Feeder
Adding a hummingbird feeder to your yard might seem easy, but you should avoid making one key mistake if you want to see more of the pollinators in your garden.
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The Best Way To Keep Your Snake Plant Healthy All Winter
Nothing stings more than accidentally killing a "low-maintenance" houseplant. If your snake plant withers this winter, you might be doing this task too often.
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Snakes Can't Help But Slither Up To This Perfect Hiding Spot In Your Yard
Snakes are only interested in eating rodents and avoiding predators, so they are pretty easy to thwart. Still, you may want to move this perfect hiding spot.
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The Best Color To Instantly Attract More Hummingbirds Into Your Garden Space
If you have a cozy nectar bar all set up but are having trouble attracting hummingbirds to it, you can try using their favorite color to get their attention.
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9 Vegetables That Can Thrive Indoors For An Abundant Winter Harvest
Don't let winter weather prevent you from growing produce when there are at least nine vegetables that you can easily grow inside over the colder seasons.
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Add This Sweet-Smelling Flower That Hummingbirds Can't Resist
While hummingbirds don't sniff out their nectar, that doesn't mean you can't feed them and enjoy the sweet smells yourself. Plant this uniquely-shaped flower.
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The Beautiful Flowering Ground Cover That's Considered An Invasive Species
There's a good reason to avoid this ground cover, even though it's gorgeous and produces lovely purple flowers. It's invasive and will take over your yard.
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8 Small Trees That Have Big Curb Appeal
Whether you're selling your house or just wanting to spruce it up, planting one of these gorgeous small trees to your yard could increase your home's value.
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Plant This Flowering Ground Cover For Ideal Coverage Under Trees And Shrubs
The bare space underneath trees and shrubs can look unattractive, but a ground cover can help. This Mediterranean flowering perennial may be the perfect fit.
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Attract Colorful Hummingbirds To The Garden With An Easy-To-Grow Flower They Love
Hummingbirds need a lot of fuel, but there are also plenty of plants that you can add to your garden that they love. This colorful wildflower is just one!
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The Best Time Of Year To Plant A Fast-Growing Maple Tree For Gorgeous Color
It's a delight to watch trees change colors in autumn. Plant this maple tree at the right time to enjoy colorful fall leaves in your yard. And it grows quickly.
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This Easy-To-Grow Flowering Shrub Is A Gorgeous Alternative To Hydrangeas
If hydrangeas are harder to grow than they're worth in your area, there's another woody shrub with big clusters of vibrant flowers for you to consider.
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Prevent Snakes From Hiding Out In Your Yard With One Essential Task
As cute and helpful snakes can be for keeping pests away, you can make your yard less inviting to them by adjusting a weekly chore you're already doing.
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Attract More Hummingbirds With A Berried Shrub You Can Plant In The Fall
There are plenty of flowers that can attract hummingbirds, but this shrub does double duty. Pollinators love its blooms, and you'll have edible berries too.
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The Best Time Of Day To Water The Lawn For Healthy Grass
When you water your lawn has direct effect on your ability to get the right amount of water. Here's how your timing may be why you are under or overwatering.
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