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  • Muddy puddles have formed in a yard.

    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.

    By Lauren Krystaf 17 days ago Read More
  • A man's hands spreading brown mulch around a young blueberry plant

    The Classic Gardening Method That Prevents Weeds & Helps Give Plants A Boost

    Sometimes, the older, established gardening techniques really are the best. This one not only stops weeds, but it can even provide your plants with nutrients.

    By Autumn McGarr 17 days ago Read More
  • A hummingbird with a green and blue head hovers in the air.

    Hummingbirds Will Flock To The Garden With This Flowering Ground Cover

    Hummingbirds tend to prefer tubular, tall flowers. But this flowering ground cover will also attract them, especially if you plant cultivars with red blooms.

    By Lauren Krystaf 18 days ago Read More
  • A garden snake periscopes upward in a pile of fall leaves.

    How To Avoid Attracting Snakes To Your Yard This Fall

    If you're neglecting certain fall tasks, you could be making your yard a safe haven for all your local snakes. Prevent an autumn snake invasion with these tips.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 18 days ago Read More
  • Bright golden leaved-hostas grow in a front yard in autumn.

    Essential Fall Tasks To Keep Hostas Healthy Before Cold Weather Rolls In

    Persistent and low maintenance, it's easy to forget about hostas in your fall cleanup. But simple tasks can save your plants from a horde of pests and the cold.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 19 days ago Read More
  • A row of purple, blue, and white lilacs in a yard

    7 Shrubs To Plant In October For A Flourishing Spring Landscape

    Flowers are lovely in springtime, but a completely lush landscape should include shrubs, too. Plant these bushes by the end of October for pretty spring blooms.

    By Lauren Krystaf 19 days ago Read More
  • Wild flowers grow together along a narrow path.

    Why Wild Landscaping Is The Future Of Gardening, And Where To Start With Yours

    Not everyone wants a perfectly manicured grass lawn. The wild landscaping trend is here, and it might be better for the planet, too. It's easy to get started.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 20 days ago Read More
  • Pink hydrangea bushes bloom in a yard against a stair rail.

    Hydrangeas Need Special Care In Fall - Here's What To Do Now For Better Blooms

    Your hydrangeas are ready to hibernate for the winter. Before they do, protect them with these fall gardening tasks, and see improved flowers by next year.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 20 days ago Read More
  • Someone setting a folgers coffee canister into the rocks while wearing gloves

    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.

    By Melody Ip 21 days ago Read More
  • A squirrel digs in a garden.

    Stop Squirrels From Digging Up Fall Bulbs With A Simple Method

    In the fall, squirrels start to dig up the ground. One of their favorite snacks? The flowering bulbs you plant in autumn. Keep them away with a simple trick.

    By Lauren Krystaf 22 days ago Read More
  • A fountain sprays at the center of a birdbath being visited by two birds.

    Why You May Want To Think Twice Before Installing A Fountain In Your Garden's Bird Bath

    No one would blame you for tackling two birds with one stone. But before you install that fountain to turn your bird bath into a water feature, consider this.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 22 days ago Read More
  • A woman kneels in a bare spot in a full garden bed.

    Say Goodbye To Bare Garden Patches With A Fast-Growing Perennial Flower

    Not only does a bare patch in the garden look unsightly, but it will welcome weeds, too. This beautiful flower will grow quickly to fill in the blank space.

    By Lauren Krystaf 23 days ago Read More
  • Close up view of golden leaves that have fallen on green grass.

    Why You Shouldn't Rake All The Fallen Leaves In Your Yard This Fall

    October is "leave the leaves" month, and while you might be skeptical, there are proven gardening benefits. Here's why many are arguing to let them decompose.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 23 days ago Read More
  • A man looks to buy a push lawn mower.

    Avoid This Common Mistake When Considering Which Lawn Mower To Buy

    The grass in your yard might suffer if you accidentally make this mistake when you're buying a new lawn mower, whether it's a push mower or a riding mower.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 23 days ago Read More
  • A plant with tall stems, dark green narrow oval leaves, and scooped white flowers sits in front of an open window.

    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.

    By Melody Ip 24 days ago Read More
  • A hummingbird drinks from a flower.

    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.

    By Lauren Krystaf 25 days ago Read More
  • A hand is holding a sprayer with a long-nozzle and spraying liquid onto a paved pathway.

    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.

    By Melody Ip 25 days ago Read More
  • Hands hold healthy looking soil.

    Get Healthier Soil For Spring By Planting This Vegetable In The Fall

    One fall gardening task to consider? You can start working your soil now to make it fertile and healthy for spring. This vegetable cover crop can help.

    By Lauren Krystaf 26 days ago Read More
  • Male ruby throated hummingbird in flight against a green background

    2 Flowers You Can Plant In October To Attract More Hummingbirds In Spring

    October is here, which means hummingbirds are migrating away in some U.S. regions. If you plant these two flowers now, you'll attract them back come springtime.

    By Autumn McGarr 27 days ago Read More
  • A planting of boxwoods thrive in a landscape.

    How To Prevent Boxwoods From Being Destroyed By This Invasive Pest

    Boxwoods are a popular shrub for landscaping. Unfortunately, an invasive insect from Asia might be harming the plants. Keep them healthy with these tips.

    By Lauren Krystaf 28 days ago Read More
  • A woman is shoveling snow with plants and materials visible in the background and foreground

    What The Old Farmer's Almanac Predicts For The Upcoming Winter

    "The Old Farmer's Almanac" comes out every year with pages of interesting, helpful content. But the winter weather predictions inside aren't just for farmers.

    By Lauren Krystaf 29 days ago Read More
  • A garden with close plantings of several mature flowering shrubs in various shades.

    The Popular Purple Flowering Shrub You Should Plant For All Its Benefits

    When you are designing your garden, don't rule out shrubs. They can hold their own with adding color and texture, especially this purple flowering shrub.

    By Autumn McGarr 30 days ago Read More
  • Woman pulls weeds in the garden.

    The Natural Alternative To Landscaping Fabric For A Weed-Free Garden

    Landscaping fabric can suppress weeds, but there are potential downfalls. With this all-natural material, you can have an eco-friendly weed control method.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 30 days ago Read More
  • Tick crawls on a blade of grass.

    The Fresh-Smelling Solution That Can Keep Nasty Ticks Out Of The Garden

    No one wants to gain a new tick friend in the garden, but sometimes you have to fight nature with nature. Growing this common plant can help you keep them away.

    By Cara Lockwood Benoit 1 month ago Read More
  • A pair of hands are holding round orange persimmons attached to a tree branch.

    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.

    By Melody Ip 1 month ago Read More
  • A garden blooms with colorful flowers.

    The Gorgeous Flowering Plant That Can Lure Hummingbirds In To Visit

    There are so many well-known flowers that attract hummingbirds to your garden, but somehow this gorgeous flowering perennial often gets overlooked in the plan.

    By Lauren Krystaf 1 month ago Read More
  • A young woman wearing a gray long-sleeved shirt and olive pants is holding a teal mug, sitting with her eyes closed, on a deck, with plants in the background.

    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.

    By Melody Ip 1 month ago Read More
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