What The Old Farmer's Almanac Says About Sowing Seeds Outdoors In Winter
In the same way that you plant summer seeds in spring and fall seeds in summer, some seeds not only survive winter sowing, but need it. Here's what to plant.
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The DIY Solution That Can Melt Snow & Ice (And If It's Safe To Use In The Garden)
When the slippery walkway season arrives, you have options. If you're fresh out of salt, try this simple DIY ice melt that's also better for your garden.
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The Genius Way To Reuse Old Coffee Grounds For The Benefit Of Your Monstera Houseplant
Many people throw away their used coffee grounds, but not us gardeners. They can be used to provide nutrients for our favorite houseplants, like the monstera.
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Will This Pantry Staple Make Your Bird Feeder More Enticing?
Some folks believe birds love this budget-friendly pantry staple, but is there evidence for the claim? Before you fill your bird feeder, you should know this.
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Keep Bird Baths From Freezing With This Simple DIY Hack
Birds visit their baths even in the winter as they look for thawed water, so try to keep it from freezing. One common little object might just do the trick.
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Grow Your Own Mini Indoor Rosemary Christmas Tree
As pretty as a Christmas tree is, it's big, messy, and needs to go back in the box in a month. But rosemary is the tiny "tree" that keeps giving all year!
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The Old Farmer's Almanac Shares A Hack For Preserving Garden Tools In Winter Weather
The Old Farmer's Alamanac has been sharing wisdom for over 200 years. They say one popular culinary item could also be handy for your garden tools this winter.
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Keep Birds Happy This Winter With An Alternative Solution To Frozen Bird Baths
Not all birds fly south for the winter. Those that stick closer to home (like your yard) need help to access their bird baths without it freezing. Here's how.
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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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Attract More Hummingbirds With A Garden Feature That Won't Cost You A Dime
We love seeing hummingbirds in the garden, but attracting them can require a lot of time and investment. However, this feature is free and comes from your yard.
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Here's Why There Are Plastic Forks In People's Veggie Gardens (& If You Should Try It)
If you've seen plastic forks sticking out of someone's vegetable garden, they may be protecting their plants. It's an easy hack, but does it actually work?
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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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How To Transform An Old Wine Bottle Into A Bird Feeder For Your Garden
The garden is perfect for exercising your green thumb in more than one way. This clever way to recycle your wine bottle also requires some carpentry skills.
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How To Make A Pollinator-Friendly Bee Hotel For Your Garden
While we often envision swarming beehives as home for all bees, there are actually many species that go it alone. Here's how to make sure they have a safe nest.
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Say Goodbye To Tomato Cages: Here's A Better Way To Grow Them In The Garden
That flimsy tomato cage just doesn't cut it when faced with a healthy tomato plant. Try this staking system that's both simple and sturdy enough to handle it.
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How To Create A Hummingbird-Friendly Garden For Fall Migration
It's incredible that hummingbirds migrate such a long distance, so it's no surprise that they need pit stops. Here's how to make your garden their favorite one.
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Conquer Excess Stormwater In Your Yard With A Solution You Can DIY
Bust out that shovel to prevent stormwater from flooding your yard. With this creative tip and a little gravity, you can move water toward your garden instead.
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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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2025's Best Hacks To Attract Hummingbirds To The Garden (So Far!)
Whether hummingbirds have left your area yet or not, you can prepare your yard now to attract more of these pollinators with clever gardening hacks from 2025.
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Don't Throw Out Chipped Coffee Mugs When You Could Be Using Them In The Garden
It's frustrating when your favorite coffee mug gets a chip or small crack in it. However, you can still use the broken cup to DIY this special garden feature.
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How To Successfully Grow Pumpkins For A DIY-Inspired Fall
Fall is here, but don't lose your gourd. Grow your own pumpkin patch so that you can DIY all your fall decor, autumn treats, and carving jack-o'-lanterns.
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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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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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How To Easily Turn An Old Detergent Jug Into A Practical Garden Tool
There's no need to buy this common garden tool, because the used detergent jug you need to make it yourself is already at your house ... or maybe in your trash.
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The Biggest Problem With IKEA's Outdoor Pergola (And What You Can Do About It)
If you have this IKEA pergola at your house (or are considering purchasing one) there could be a potential issue with it. Luckily, there's an easy fix.
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Whip Up A Garden Trellis On A Budget With A Clever Use For An Old Hose
Garden tools can be key to a successful garden, but they also really add up! So if your old hose needs to be retired, why not save yourself some money?
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DIY A Budget-Friendly Faux Stone Planter With A Pool Noodle – Here's How
Marking the pathway to your yard with a beautiful stone planter or two is great, but they're expensive and heavy. DIY a homemade version with a pool noodle.
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