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  • An orange and light blue ironing board is set up next to a pile of garbage.

    Don't Toss An Old Ironing Board When You Could Use It In The Garden Instead

    Ironing boards are great for storing your gardening gear, using as a potting station, and more. Here's how to DIY a perfect ironing board garden workstation.

    By Melody Ip 4 hours ago Read More
  • A pair of hands holds three white pillows.

    Don't Toss An Old Pillow When You Could Be Using It In The Garden Like This

    Whether you're changing out your bedding or it's just that time, you don't have to throw away your pillowcase. Instead, you can flip it to use in your garden.

    By Melody Ip 3 days ago Read More
  • Lavender essential oil in a glass bottle with fresh lavender flowers scattered around it.

    How To Use Lavender Oil To Transform An Outdoor Space Into A Bug-Free Zone

    The dilemma of making a home for bugs yet keeping a bug-free zone for yourself is hard. But you don't have to tolerate the mosquitoes to save the bees.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 5 days ago Read More
  • An earwig crawls on a dandelion.

    The Newspaper Trick That Can Help Keep Pests From Eating Your Garden

    What's worse than seeing unwanted insects like earwigs eat all your beloved plants? Keep them out of the garden with this easy DIY newspaper method.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 6 days ago Read More
  • A person kneeling in the garden is scratching at red spots on her lower leg.

    Make Outdoor Gardening Easier With A Natural DIY Mosquito Spray

    Gardening is enjoyable ... until you're overrun with mosquitoes biting at you. One possible solution to deter them? A chemical-free spray that you can DIY.

    By Melody Ip 9 days ago Read More
  • Used green and black nursery pots are stacked upside down.

    Save Plastic Nursery Pots For Another Clever Use, And Enjoy Healthier Plants

    Listen, we know you kept those plastic nursery pots just in case they would be useful later. Well, it turns out that they can be put to clever use after all!

    By Melody Ip 12 days ago Read More
  • A bar of pink soap lies outside in the grass of a yard.

    All The Benefits Of Putting A Budget-Friendly Bar Of Soap In The Garden

    A bar of soap in the garden? It may have more uses than you think. The benefits of these hacks and DIY projects could help you have a thriving, healthy yard.

    By Melody Ip 13 days ago Read More
  • Black woman planting flowers in a raised garden bed.

    12 Innovative Ways To Reuse Pool Noodles For Thriving Garden Plants

    With a few old pool noodles you probably have lying around, you can create so many DIY projects to help the plants in your garden go from dying to thriving.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 14 days ago Read More
  • A girl holds a plastic bottle turned into a planter for flowers.

    Transform 16 Common Household Items From Trash To Garden Treasure

    One person's trash is another gardener's treasure. Before you add household items to the landfill, check out this list to get inspiration for garden decor.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 19 days ago Read More
  • A hummingbird flies to a feeder where two big black ants are also feeding.

    Protect A Hummingbird Feeder From Relentless Ants With An Easy DIY Solution

    Hummingbirds love the sweet nectar in their feeders, but so do ants. Keep these pests away with an easy garden DIY project that reuses trash in your home.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 19 days ago Read More
  • Thrift store shelves hold glass cups, bowls, and vases of various colors.

    Reuse Thrifted Glass For Stunning Decor & Amazing Effects In The Garden

    For a a gorgeous effect in your garden, consider using glassware from a thrift store to create a stunning piece of DIY decor and make your yard art stand out.

    By Melody Ip 20 days ago Read More
  • Vegetables grow in divided sections in a raised flower bed.

    Give Your Container Garden An Upgrade With A Clever Pool Noodle Hack

    If you prefer container gardening to in-ground gardening, this pool noodle hack can help your plants. Give those raised garden beds the upgrade they deserve.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 20 days ago Read More
  • Colorful pool noodles float in a pool.

    Try This Pool Noodle Hack When Working In The Garden & Your Hands Will Thank You

    Raking and other types of lawn care work can be painful for your hands. A simple pool noodle hack could be make this common gardening issue more manageable.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 21 days ago Read More
  • Two rotisserie chickens in a plastic container under a heat lamp on a metal serving surface.

    The Genius Way You Can Reuse An Old Rotisserie Chicken Container In The Garden

    That rotisserie chicken container doesn't have to go straight to the landfill. Instead, this genius DIY means you can repurpose it and use it in your garden.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 22 days ago Read More
  • Floral mugs sit in a row on a light blue shelf.

    How To Reuse Old Mugs To Make Charming Planters For The Garden

    Pots can get expensive, especially if you're looking for several decorative items for your garden. Here's how you can reuse old mugs to make cute planters!

    By Melody Ip 23 days ago Read More
  • Dandelion flower grows between gray paver bricks.

    Weeds Growing Between Pavers? Stop Them With This Common Kitchen Staple

    Weeds growing between pavers is especially frustrating because they stand out more than ever. Try this common kitchen staple for a friendly DIY solution.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 28 days ago Read More
  • A man in a red shirt kneels next to a bamboo trellis in a garden.

    Level Up Trellis Gardening With An Item You Can Get At Dollar Tree

    Growing vertically is a great strategy for any gardener with limited space. Level up your trellis gardening with an simple item you can get at Dollar Tree.

    By Melody Ip 29 days ago Read More
  • A gray squirrel clings to a bird feeder pole above the bird feeder.

    Deter Squirrels From Your Bird Feeder By Reusing An Old Item From Your Garden

    Recycle this common piece of garden waste and make an easy DIY squirrel repellent that will keep the rodents away from your bird feeder once and for all.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 1 month ago Read More
  • Terra cotta planter and plant broken on gray laminate flooring

    Don't Toss Your Cracked Plant Pot - Try This Succulent Garden DIY Instead

    There's no need to throw away that terracotta planter if you've accidentally cracked your pot. Repurpose it into a succulent garden with this clever DIY.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 1 month ago Read More
  • A green hummingbird flies to a feeder.

    Keep Hummingbirds Safe By Only Using One Type Of Sugar In Your DIY Nectar

    Making a DIY nectar for hummingbirds can save you money. However, you should only use one type of sugar to keep these garden visitors safe and sound.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 1 month ago Read More
  • A bird stands in a birdbath.

    Easily DIY A Charming Bird Bath Using An Old Tomato Cage

    Old tomato cage taking up unwanted real estate in your garden? Repurpose it into an easy DIY bird bath that'll look charming while attracting feathered friends.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 1 month ago Read More
  • Woman lifts tea bag out of tea cup.

    Don't Toss Used Tea Bags When You Could Be Using Them In The Garden Instead

    Those steeped tea bags may seem like waste, but before you toss them into the trash, consider how you could repurpose them in the garden for thriving plants.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 1 month ago Read More
  • A woman peels an orange in her hands.

    The Orange Peel Hack That Could Keep Mosquitoes Away From Your Yard

    As the weather gets warmer, mosquitoes may start to flock to your yard. You may be able to keep them away with this natural citrus peel hack.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 1 month ago Read More
  • A close-up image of an outdoor patio chair shows rust on the metal arm.

    Make Rusty Outdoor Furniture Look Good As New With This DIY Vinegar Hack

    Say goodbye to the unsightly rust on your outdoor patio furniture. Your metal chair and table legs will look brand new with a clever, simple DIY vinegar hack.

    By Melody Ip 1 month ago Read More
  • Someone holds an empty green egg carton.

    Create Your Own DIY Flower Pot With This Genius Egg Carton Hack

    A plastic-free flower pot is possible, and you won't even have to go to the store. Create your own DIY plant container with a genius hack involving egg cartons.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 1 month ago Read More
  • A pile of old orange-brown bricks sit against a building.

    Save Your Old Bricks & Use Them To DIY Your Own Unique Outdoor Decor

    There's no need to toss any old bricks. Instead, you should reuse and recycle with this unique DIY project that will add stunning outdoor decor to your yard.

    By Melody Ip 2 months ago Read More
  • A bunch of toilet paper rolls in a cardboard box with a blurred green background

    The Unexpected Reason You Should Start Burying Toilet Paper Rolls In Your Garden

    If you're going to toss your old toilet paper rolls in the trash, you might want to add them to your garden instead by burying them in the soil. Here's why.

    By Eman Amjad Ali 2 months ago Read More
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