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Save Old Coffee Grounds To Fertilize These 7 Vegetables For A Thriving Garden

staff@gardenguides.com (Autumn McGarr) — Sat, 29 Nov 2025 13:05:00 +0000

Coffee grounds are an ideal fertilizer. Follow composting instructions and apply to the plants that will appreciate it, like these veggie garden favorites.

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

staff@gardenguides.com (Cara Lockwood Benoit) — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 18:05:00 +0000

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.

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

staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 18:05:00 +0000

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.

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

staff@gardenguides.com (Cara Lockwood Benoit) — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 12:05:00 +0000

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

DIY A Simple Solution To Get Rid Of Weeds (Without Harming Grass!)

staff@gardenguides.com (Cara Lockwood Benoit) — Sun, 21 Sep 2025 12:05:00 +0000

It's tough to keep your lawn weed free without spraying poison, but it isn't impossible. Depending on where you live, this one-ingredient trick may work.

Stop Ants From Taking Over With A Garden Staple You Can Rely On

staff@gardenguides.com (Cara Lockwood Benoit) — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 18:05:00 +0000

Even nature lovers have lines in the sand that we draw in the garden. For example, being swarmed by ants is a no-go, so try this well-known pest control method.

Why Gardeners Use This Ancient Technique To Grow The Healthiest Crops

staff@gardenguides.com (Cara Lockwood Benoit) — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 12:05:00 +0000

To help your garden thrive, you can try looking to the past. Some gardeners use this historic organic method for healthier plants. Does it actually work?

Drive Chiggers Out Of Your Yard With 12 Plants That Will Keep Them Away Naturally

staff@gardenguides.com (Cara Lockwood Benoit) — Fri, 05 Sep 2025 18:05:00 +0000

Chiggers are tiny, bright red mites that can make your skin itch ... literally. You could help to repel them with these few extra plants in your garden, though.

Why You Should Start Burying Pennies In Your Yard Or Garden

staff@gardenguides.com (Cara Lockwood Benoit) — Sun, 24 Aug 2025 12:05:00 +0000

A penny saved is a penny earned, but what if you buried those pennies in your yard? There's a good reason for you to try this easy gardening trick.

The Popular Garden Vegetable You Should Grow For Healthier Soil

staff@gardenguides.com (Cara Lockwood Benoit) — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 18:05:00 +0000

While healthy soil is a requirement for healthy crops, there are some plants that can boost the soil health in return. One is more common than you think.

How To Select The Best Variety Of Tomato To Grow For Your Climate

staff@gardenguides.com (Eman Amjad Ali) — Thu, 07 Aug 2025 18:05:00 +0000

An abundance of tomatoes is in your reach, but you have to plan it. The growing climate you're in has a massive impact on your harvest success, so pick well!

Give Garden Tomatoes A Boost With A Simple Soil Addition They Love

staff@gardenguides.com (Cara Lockwood Benoit) — Thu, 24 Jul 2025 14:05:00 +0000

We would rather it rain tomatoes than only get a few off of the vine. While there are so many factors for a good crop, this soil additive may be the best boost.

Why You Should Rethink Making Your Raised Garden Bed Out Of Wood

staff@gardenguides.com (Eman Amjad Ali) — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 16:05:00 +0000

Wooden raised beds are so classic that it's hard to imagine them to be problematic. But here's why you should rethink using wood to build your raised beds.

The Two Types Of Kitchen Waste That Will Give Your Petunias A Boost

staff@gardenguides.com (Eman Amjad Ali) — Sat, 07 Jun 2025 16:05:00 +0000

Petunias brighten a garden with cheerful color. Give these popular annual flowers an extra boost with these two types of kitchen scraps on hand.

Why You Should Place Some Orange Peels Around Your Hydrangeas

staff@gardenguides.com (Eman Amjad Ali) — Thu, 29 May 2025 14:05:00 +0000

Before you toss your orange peels, know there could be benefits for your hydrangea plants. Here's what you should know about the benefits of this kitchen scrap.

Never Fertilize These Plants In Your Garden With Coffee Grounds

staff@gardenguides.com (Cara Lockwood Benoit) — Wed, 21 May 2025 14:05:00 +0000

Coffee grounds can have many benefits in the garden ... at least, for certain flowers, veggies, and shrubs. Avoid using them as a fertilizer with these plants.

Rats Will Stay Out Of Your Garden With One Ingredient From Your Kitchen

staff@gardenguides.com (Eman Amjad Ali) — Tue, 20 May 2025 14:05:00 +0000

If you're looking to deter rats and other rodents from coming into your garden, consider making a repellent with a pantry staple from your kitchen.

Naturally Repel Ants From Your Garden By Planting This Fragrant Herb

staff@gardenguides.com (Melody Ip) — Mon, 19 May 2025 14:05:00 +0000

Ants (especially certain species) can really take over a garden. Luckily, there's an aromatic herb that might just repel them without any harmful chemicals.

Garden Slugs Could Be A Thing Of The Past With The Help Of One Pantry Staple

staff@gardenguides.com (Melody Ip) — Thu, 15 May 2025 14:05:00 +0000

Those garden slugs and snails love to munch on the plants in your garden. This household staple might help deter them, and it's probably already in your pantry.

This Fruit That's Probably Sitting In Your Kitchen Doubles As A DIY Weed Killer

staff@gardenguides.com (Melody Ip) — Tue, 13 May 2025 14:05:00 +0000

This common fruit is a kitchen staple. However, did you know it can also be a natural DIY weed killer in the garden? Here's how to use it around your plants.