Joanna Gaines Took A 'Risk' On This Spring Flower - And Was Completely Won Over
When HGTV's Joanna Gaines tried growing this spring cut flower for the first time, she instantly fell in love with its delicate beauty. Here's how to grow it!
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Easily Fill Your Garden With Colorful Blooms With This Fast-Growing, Self-Seeding Flower
This cottage-core annual flower is not only whimsical, but it also readily self-seeds in your garden, making it an excellent choice for a low-maintenance plant.
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The Best Time To Plant Tulip Bulbs For Stunning Spring Blooms
Figuring out when to plant tulip bulbs isn't necessarily straightforward, but once you understand this one thing about them, you'll know when to plant them.
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DIY Projects (12)
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Repurpose Old Pot Lids Into The Cutest Garden DIY Decor
If you have accumulated more pot lids than pots over the years, you don't have to throw them out. This DIY decor is for your feathered friends to enjoy.
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Don't Throw Out Old Birdbaths: Make This Charming DIY Plant Stand
As tempting as it is to just be rid of an old, unused birdbath, you can give it a second life in just a few steps by turning it into a DIY plant stand.
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Turn Kitchen Trash Into Garden Treasure With A Bird Feeder You Can Easily DIY
If you love feeding the birds and recycling, then this super easy DIY may be for you. Using an item we frequently throw out, you can create a hanging feeder.
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Invite Owls To Your Yard With An Easy DIY Nesting Box
Owls can be more helpful in your yard than you think, so give the unique creatures room and board for their hard work with this DIY wooden nesting box.
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Transform An Old Tree Stump From Trash To Treasure With A Garden Glow Up
Hit two birds with one stone by dealing with your unsightly tree stump and adding a whimsical flare to your garden. And, you don't need a lot of tools for this.
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Don't Throw Out This Kitchen Leftover And Your Pothos Plant Will Thank You
If you're trying to keep kitchen scraps out of the trash, your pothos can offer you one more way to do it. This plant wouldn't mind the boost occasionally.
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Don't Toss Old Wine Corks When You Could Be Reusing Them In The Garden
We're not judging how much wine you go through... unless you aren't saving your corks for the garden! This DIY is incredibly easy, but useful for organizing.
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Transform Empty Soup Cans Into Cute Garden Decor With This Easy DIY
As fun as buying garden decor is, an easy DIY can give you a personal touch to your space. And this easy DIY recycles empty cans that would just be thrown out.
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Don't Toss Garden Scraps When You Could Be Using Them To DIY A Bird Feeder
Rather than carting away thin branches and dried grasses to the compost bin, use them for this intricate DIY project to house your feathered friends' food.
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Transform An Ugly Tree Stump Into A Garden Showstopper (Without Expensive Removal)
This tree stump DIY is a way to add a bit of color and life to your yard while also allowing the stump to slowly decay naturally, saving you a lot of money.
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Don't Toss Out This Fruit: The Adorable Bird Feeder DIY That's Perfect For Spring
Wait! Don't toss out this fruit because you can use it to make an adorable bird feeder in very little time and with very little money. You only need two things.
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How To Build A Garden Trellis Without Buying New Materials
You don't have to spend a ton of money for a trellis. By repurposing a few items you likely already have, you can make rustic pieces that will do the job.
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Fruits and Vegetables (5)
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The Best Time To Plant This Popular Vegetable, According To The Old Farmer's Almanac
Planting this intimidating veggie, commonly used in dips, comes down to the climate and the form you're planting, but The Old Farmer's Almanac has guidance.
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The Leafy Vegetable You Should Be Growing In Containers
Dispel the myth that you need a raised bed or an acre of land to grow healthy food right at home. This nutritious veggie grows well in containers in part sun.
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Skip The Seedling: The Popular Vegetable You Can Grow From Kitchen Leftovers
Hidden in your cupboard is likely a treasure trove to grow a garden staple. Once you know how to grow this tasty veggie, you'll never have to buy it again.
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8 Fast-Growing Fruit Trees You Should Plant In March
Early-spring plantings of fruit trees are common, but these eight trees are set apart for being faster at producing fruit. You can select the best one for you.
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I've Been Urban Gardening For 6 Years. Here Are My Two Favorite Fruits To Grow In A Small Space
Not having a lot of space doesn't mean that you can't grow fresh fruit. In fact, here are two cold-tolerant fruits that will grow well even in a small yard.
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Garden Design (3)
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The Best Place To Hang A Hammock In The Yard
Whether you finally snagged your hammock or are planning to get one, here's how to figure out the best spot in your yard to hang it for ultimate satisfaction.
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Exactly When To Start Planting For Spring 2026, According To The Old Farmer's Almanac
The Old Farmer's Almanac is a great resource to help you plan your garden. It's spring weather predictions may give you an anchor to plan your start date.
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The One Thing Your Cottage Garden Is Missing (And How To Get The Look)
The cottage garden look seems like it's as easy as not trying, but there's a method to the madness. Get the look by adding this material to your garden design.
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Garden Tools & Elements (2)
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Where Is Tree T-Pee Now? A Look After Its Shark Tank Success
The Tree T-Pee aired on Shark Tank in 2014, winning people over with an honest pitch. Over a decade later, it's still around. Here's how to get yours.
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Costco's Best Riding Lawn Mower, According To Reviews
Buying a riding lawn mower is a big investment, so if you're going the Costco route, here's dozens of reviews had to say about the highest-rated model.
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Herbs (2)
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Never Plant Mint Next To This Popular Vegetable: It Will Ruin Your Harvest
Mint is a little too good at its job of growing in your garden, so it's best to keep it away from this popular salad veggie. Mint interferes with its flavor.
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You Actually Should Let Cilantro Bolt - Here's Why
Cilantro is a tasty culinary herb, but its tendency to bolt in warm weather can be frustrating. But you can let it bolt and see this as a two in one herb.
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Indoor Plants (7)
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The One Thing To Do In March 2026 For A Thriving Spider Plant
Spider plants don't ask for a lot, but if you want them to live their best lives, March is the best time to give them a little boost with this one common chore.
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Why Your Snake Plant Has Brown And Yellow Tips (And How To Fix It)
The sharp points and sword-like shape of the snake plant makes it a unique addition to your home, but your care routine may be turning the tips brown or yellow.
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The Low-Maintenance Indoor Plant Guests Will Ask You About
This indoor plant isn't as well known as some, but it gives you a fantastic burst of color in the most dreary months. Plus it's so easy to take care of!
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The One Watering Rule To Keep Your Aloe Vera Happy
You can grow your own aloe vera indoors pretty easily if you know how to follow the right watering procedures, considering soil, timing, and the pot you use.
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The Houseplant With The Cool Name That You Can Grow Even In The Lowest Light
If this houseplant doesn't catch your eye, the name will. This unique tropical tree is an excellent addition to any room that doesn't have the best light.
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The Best Place To Grow Your Snake Plant Indoors (Feng Shui Approved)
Once your snake plant's basic needs are met, a little feng shui can be considered. This ancient design practice has a couple of very doable suggestions.
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The Coffee Tree You Can Grow Indoors (Even In Winter)
Coffee has become an essential part of many of our lives, but have you ever wondered what plant it comes from? Here's how to grow the tropical plant indoors.
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Landscaping (1)
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The One Thing To Never Do When You Find A Rabbit's Nest In Your Yard
Finding baby bunnies is like finding delicate little treasures, so to keep them safe, avoid doing this one thing. It may feel kind, but it could hurt them.
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Lawn Care (2)
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Get Greener Grass In Your Lawn By Doing This One Thing In March
When spring has finally sprung in March, you can help your grass out with one more chore. Help with aeration and limit disease by adding this chore to your day.
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Exactly When To Reseed Your Lawn For The Grass Of Your Dreams
Keeping up with your lawn means timing everything just right. Depending on your grass type, you will need to reseed as the seasons change to fill in bare spots.
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News (1)
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Fertilizer May Get More Expensive In 2026: Here's Why
Just when you think gardening is expensive, things may get a little tighter in 2026. Here's what's going on in the world that will impact fertilizer prices.
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Pest Control & Disease (9)
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Why Snakes Are Actually Good For Your Garden
While it's tempting to put up a "no snakes" sign in your yard, if you want a naturally healthy garden, you might want to roll out the welcome mat instead.
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The Gorgeous Spring Flower That Could Actually Keep Mice Away
While no plant is completely safe from nibbling mice, this classic spring bloom is known to be very unappealing to them, unlike the often-targeted tulip.
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11 Sneaky Things That Are Attracting Snakes To Your Garden
Most of us aren't experts in snake psychology or behavior, so there are some items, actions, or places that we have no idea are actually attracting them.
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The Best Way To Keep Slithering Snakes Out Of Flower Beds
If you're not too keen on snakes in your flower beds, you can design around them. Removing these two common decor pieces from your beds may help keep them out.
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9 Natural Repellents That May Effectively Deter Garden Snakes
If you're not a fan of snakes hanging out in your garden, the grapevine might have some natural solutions for you. These anecdotal repellents aren't harsh.
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What To Do When Ants Are Invading The Roots Of Your Plants
As cool as ants are, if they've moved into your potted plant or set up shop too close to your garden, here's how to keep them from damaging the roots.
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You're Making A Cozy Hiding Spot For A Snake By Skipping This Daily Chore
While you may not mean to, skipping this one simple chore could be giving snakes a cozy hiding place in your yard. Luckily, you can solve this problem easily.
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Does This Easy-To-Grow Herb Really Keep Wasps Away?
Rosemary is so useful, it's easy to believe that it can do just about anything. So how does it fair against wasps? Here's what the science says on the matter.
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The Shrub Gardeners Are Warning Homeowners To Remove - And Why
You probably don't want this shrub in your yard. It's invasive and even poses a health risk, so keep an eye out for its distinctive, hidden yellow bark.
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Pollinators (4)
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This Butterfly-Attracting Flower Is So Easy To Grow It Basically Cares For Itself
When attracting butterflies to your yard, colorful perennials like this North American native are a go to. Plus, you have a few species to choose from.
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Attract Hummingbirds From Spring To Fall With This Gorgeous Fast-Growing Flower
This herbaceous perennial checks all the boxes for hummingbirds, and they have the added benefit of blooming across three seasons. Plus, they aren't too picky.
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The Tall Flower That Will Instantly Attract Bees, Hummingbirds, And Butterflies
Bring all the buzzing and fluttering pollinators to the yard with this underutilized flower. With multiseasonal interest, it's a great addition to your garden.
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What's The Best Place To Put A Hummingbird Swing To Get More Frequent Visitors?
Adding a hummingbird swing isn't just for your own amusement. To give them a place to rest in your yard, here's how to place the swings strategically.
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Shrubs (4)
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The Best Way To Prepare Your Hydrangeas For Spring
Before spring is in full swing, the best way to prepare your hydrangeas comes down to two basic garden chores and knowing what species you have before starting.
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Exactly What To Plant Before March Ends
March is both exciting and scary. It feels like winter is finally over, but the danger of cold still looms. Luckily, this classic flowering shrub can handle it.
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The Best Time Of Year To Fertilize Hydrangea Plants For Beautiful Spring Blooms
When to fertilize your hydrangea plants will largely depend on what kinds you have. You'll need to add the amendments for spring blooms at the right time.
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Say Goodbye To Hydrangeas: Here's A Gorgeous, Low-Maintenance Alternative
Hydrangeas are beautiful, but if you aren't having luck with them in your yard, try this alternative flowering shrub. It has the big blooms but isn't as picky.
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Soil (1)
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9 Clever Ways To Reuse Old Potting Soil In Your Garden For Less Waste
When it's time to repot your plants, you don't have to toss out the old potting soil. This list is full of ways to give it a second life in the garden.
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Structures (1)
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Instantly Elevate Your Garden With This Vintage Estate Sale Find
Estate sales are a great time but easy to get overwhelmed by. Focus in on this one material if you want an elevated vintage look for way less money than new.
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Trees (4)
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The Best Time Of Year To Propagate And Graft Fruit Trees
When it comes to starting your home orchard, you'll need to get the timing down. Here's the typical timeframe that many regions are looking at to graft trees.
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Prune These 8 Trees In March To Keep Them Thriving
Deciding when to prune can be a little overwhelming with so many rules to consider. But these 8 trees don't mind a trim in March to keep looking their best.
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The Ideal Patio Tree For Its Shady Benefits And Fruit Supply
This tropical fruit tree makes a wonderful addition to your patio as it offers shade from the sun. It can also be overwintered indoors in colder regions.
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5 Fruit Trees You May Want To Avoid Growing, And 5 Better Alternatives To Try Instead
Fruit trees in your yard are a healthy flex, but not if you plant the wrong ones. Find out which fruit trees to avoid and substitutes to go for instead.
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Weed Control (1)
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Stop Weeds From Growing In Garden Gravel With An Easy Homemade Solution
It's one thing to have to weed your flower beds, but the gravel as well? Save yourself some pain with a very simple weed killer that lives in your kitchen.
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