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    10 Tips for Growing Plants From Seed Successfully

    You and your seeds can hit the ground running in the spring with these growing tips.


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    Top 10 Travel Hotspots to See Hummingbirds

    Pack your bags—and don’t forget your binoculars! If it’s hummingbirds you’re after, you’ll want to head to these must-see hot...


    10 Bee-Friendly Plants to Make Your Garden a Pollinator Paradise

    Wondering "does lavender attract bees?" We've covered several pollinator FAQs and complied pollinator-friendly plants.


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    9 Best Places to Buy Garden Seeds

    To grow a flourishing garden, start with the best garden seeds. Here are some top companies where you can buy...


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    Tips for Making Your Soil More or Less Acidic

    Soil is only as good as its pH level. If your soil is too acidic or too alkaline, it will...


    11 Ways To DIY Your Way To a Greenhouse Garden

    Ah, spring! If you're getting excited about planting season, here are 11 awesome greenhouse ideas to suit every backyard and...


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    12 Most Common Weeds and How To Get Rid of Them

    When to keep and when to remove some of the fastest-growing U.S. weeds. While some weeds are a nuisance, some...


    15 Colorful Plants to Brighten Up Your Landscape

    Want to add more color to your landscape this season? Start by incorporating one or more of these stunning landscaping...

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    20 Clever Repurposed Garden Containers

    Each of these creative garden containers once had a completely different purpose.


    Amazing Cabin Kits You Can Buy On Amazon

    If you've ever dreamed of building your own small cabin, garden shed or tiny home in less than a week,...


    How Long Do Seeds Last? What to Know

    Yes, seeds expire. Here are some helpful tips from garden experts on how to test expired vegetable and flower seeds...


    8 Easy Types of Cactus for Beginner Gardeners to Grow

    First time caring for a plant? Then you will love these low-maintenance varieties.


    Best Indoor Plant Humidifiers and Misters for Happy Healthy Plants

    Humidity-loving plants wither in winter dryness. Give them the moisture they crave with one of these misters or humidifiers.


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    Why Are My Houseplant Leaves Turning Yellow?

    Yellow leaves are an early sign that a plant has a problem. Learn what your plant needs to stay green.


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    How to Install Outdoor Lighting and an Outlet

    Underground wiring puts light and power anywhere in the yard. We'll show you how you can do it easily and...


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    Can You Reuse Potting Soil?

    Replacing container garden soil every year is expensive and messy. Here's what you need to know about the viability of...


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    10 Perennials You Should Cut Back Every Fall (And 5 to Let Be)

    Winterizing your garden includes trimming back some perennials and leaving others until spring. Our experts tell you what to do...

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    Your Guide to Winterizing Everything

    From cars, boats and lawn mowers to pools, gutters and grills. Here's how to winterize everything around your home.


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    Outdoor Plants That Can Survive and Thrive Indoors

    Keep alive the beauty of your summer garden and patio plants by hosting them indoors for the winter.


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    Can Houseplant Soil Go Bad?

    White, fuzzy growths can appear at the base of your plant seemingly overnight. Salvage your houseplant and prevent moldy soil...


    What Is the First Frost Date Where You Live?

    Frost Dates are the bookends for your vegetable garden and annual flowerbeds. Mark the dates on your calendar, then plan...


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    10 Gardening Myths You Shouldn’t Believe

    When it comes to plants, a lot of great advice has been passed down through generations, but some gardening myths...


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    14 Tips For Bringing Plants Inside and Caring for Them Through Winter

    Even indoor plants can sometimes have a tough time surviving the winter. Fortunately, there's a lot you can do...

    12 Best Leaf Blower Accessories: Attachments For Gutters and More

    Leaf blower attachments can unlock the potential power and utility of the machine. Clean up your yard in no time...


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    Things I Wish I Knew Before Planting Fall Bulbs

    Avoid these rookie mistakes by learning when, where and how to plant bulbs this fall.


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    When Is the Best Time to Water Plants?

    Water sustains not only us but our gardens. Make sure to water your garden efficiently and effectively, starting at the...


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    What to Know About Gazebos

    Offering shelter, shade and refuge, gazebos beckon you to spend more time outdoors. Learn more about this valued garden structure.


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    8 Bugs You Should Never Kill In Your Garden

    No one likes bugs. Well, unless you're an entomologist. But not all bugs are created equal, especially when it comes...


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    11 Spreading Shrubs You Don’t Want to Plant

    Some are garden thugs, others are maintenance hogs or one-hit wonders. Don't bother planting these shrubs.