Don't Toss An Old Coffee Container - Here's A Clever Way To Use It In The Garden
If you love your backyard birds and your morning cup of coffee, you can create a DIY that brings them together. Give your old coffee container a second life.
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The Simple No-Soil Method For Growing Beautiful Peace Lilies
Peace lilies are one of the most recognizable house plants in the U.S. because of how easy it is to care for. And there's an easy way to grow them without soil.
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Gardeners Should Spray Paths With Vinegar - Here's The Good Reason Why
There are plenty of DIY weed killers out there for people who want to avoid the harsher chemicals. If you're using vinegar though, stick to spraying the paths.
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How To Identify And Treat A Common Problem With Persimmon Trees
If you're in the persimmon fan club, then watch out for this common problem that will harm your tree. Step one is to identify the threat to a healthy harvest.
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How To Create A Beautiful Meditation Garden Of Your Own
If you're looking for the soothing power of nature, look no further than your garden. Incorporate meditation elements into your design for backyard peace.
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What To Know Before Dividing Ferns To Fill In Bare Garden Patches This Fall
Dividing up your ferns means that you can help fill in any bare patches in your garden or lawn. Learn how to do it, and if you should do it in fall or spring.
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Should You Prune Lantana In The Fall? What We Recommend For Luscious Blooms
Lantanas are a gorgeous garden flower, and they can grow as a perennial in warmer climates. If you want better blooms next season, use this pruning method.
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Why Stink Bugs Are Still A Threat To Your Winter Garden (And What To Do About It)
If you've ever had a stink bug skittering around your home in the winter, you know that they don't just disappear. Winter is a crucial time to thwart them.
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Why It's A Good Idea To Avoid Pruning Azaleas In The Fall (And What Time Of Year You Should Be Doing It Instead)
Pruning in fall tends to be the default, but it isn't always the correct time to do it. Based on where you live, your azaleas may need a different window.
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The Hardy & Colorful Perennial That Will Have Pollinators Gathering In The Garden
You won't need to look far for a gorgeous, pollinator-friendly perennial that can attract bees, butterflies, and birds to your garden with this striking flower.
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8 Ways To Upgrade An Ordinary Chain-Link Fence To Elevate A Yard Or Garden
A chain-link fence is beloved for its utility and lower cost. Appearance? Not so much. But you can make your fencing look great with these 8 easy DIY upgrades.
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Keep Ants Out Of Your Garden With A Natural Solution You Likely Already Have On Hand
While ants may not directly hurt the plants in your garden, no gardener likes to be swarmed while they work. There's a cheap way to deter the pesky insects.
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Grow A Small Variety Of Maple Tree In Your Yard To Save Space Without Sacrificing Beauty
The maple tree in your front yard doesn't have to take over the entire area. There's a gorgeous cultivar of Japanese red maple that's great for small spaces.
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Transform The Way You Grow Vining Plants With The Help Of A Simple Bobby Pin
Few houseplants are as aesthetic and easy to propagate as the vining plants. Add this bobby pin trick to your arsenal to turn your home into an indoor jungle.
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DIY A Lovely Wind Chime For Your Garden With Old Keys - Here's How
Wind chimes come in all sorts of shapes and sizes, and they make charming additions to the garden. Plus, there are many ways to recycle old keys to do it.
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The Small Palm Tree That Can Grow In A Container Just As Well As In The Garden
The relaxing sway of island palm trees can be all yours, even in colder states, if you pick the right variety. This little tree is easy to accommodate.
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The Best Way To Remove Long-Rooted Weeds In The Garden Is Also The Cheapest
Staying on top of your weeding may feel like just one more chore for the day that can be ignored, but it can make a difference. Even more so when it is free!
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Don't Toss An Empty Milk Jug When You Could Be Reusing It In The Garden Like This
Feeling a twinge of guilt for throwing out your plastic milk jug again? You can rescue at least one or two with this easy repurposing hack for the garden.
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Draw More Hummingbirds To The Garden With A Simple Strategy That Works
If you love hummingbirds and want to attract them to your garden, you may want to go beyond sugar water and nectar plants. Give them a healthy treat to enjoy.
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Not Only Can These Flowers Self-Seed, But They Also Attract Hummingbirds
Self-seeding pollinator plants are the way to get an endless supply of beauty and nectar. Let these two self-seeding flowers do their thing in your garden.
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The Main Reason You May Want To Avoid Growing A Snake Plant
Smooth and sharp, bold and unassuming, the snake plant is full of contradictions. The biggest is that they are easy to take care of with one big exception.
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The Best Length To Cut Grass For A Greater Chance Of Surviving The Heat
There isn't much that is less appealing than caring for the lawn in the heat. But with a good strategy, you can keep your lawn and yourself happy all summer.
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The Best Companion Plants For Geraniums To Boost Your Garden's Appearance
When planning out a colorful flower garden design, geraniums are a popular choice. They work as companions to a variety of flowers, both annuals and perennials.
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5 Clever Ways To Give Old Teacups New Life In The Garden
Put those teacups to good use with a few gardening DIYs to repurpose any unused china. The hacks can make your plants healthier and happier while looking posh.
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Keep Flower Baskets Full & Lush With A Trailing Plant That Can Take The Heat
Nothing says spring like hanging baskets teeming with trailing plants and bright blooms. But if you struggle to keep up with watering, consider this plant.
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Upgrade A Dollar Tree Birdhouse With An Inexpensive Hack Birds Go Nuts For
Feeding the birds is as enjoyable for you as it is helpful for them. If you want to give your birds a little treat while trying something new, try this hack.
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4 Ways You Could Be Reusing Tic Tac Containers For Plants At Home
Your favorite breath mint could be a handy garden tool if you know how to upcycle the old containers. Give your plants a boost with these green DIYs.
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