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    These 5 Houseplants Are Worth a Lot of Money!

    If you have one or more of these houseplants, you might be sitting on some extra cash, as cuttings and...


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    How To Get Rid of Dandelions in Your Lawn

    Beloved by some, scorned by others, this yellow-flowered weed can be difficult to eradicate. Read on to learn how to...


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    How to Clean Outdoor Furniture of All Kinds

    Whether your patio furniture is made of metal, wood or plastic, keep it in top form with these tips for...


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    23 Low-Light Indoor Plants That Thrive in Near Darkness

    These low-light houseplants thrive without direct sunlight, so now you can have a touch of Mother Nature in every corner...


    The Best Regions to Grow Hostas Explained

    Hostas can grow in a wide range of U.S. regions and zones. Here are the areas where they absolutely thrive.


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    20 Best Perennials That Bloom Year After Year

    How do you choose the best perennials from so many gorgeous options? We picked these 20 for their remarkable flower...


    How to Set Up a Tent Correctly

    Snap-together poles, sleek designs and built-in fasteners make modern tents quick to assemble.


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    10 Best Hydroponic Plants for Your Garden

    How does your garden grow? To its max potential, if you choose the easiest and best plants for hydroponics.

    How to Keep Deer and Other Pests Away from Your Hostas

    Deer, rabbits and other animals love hostas just as much as gardeners. Here are some easy ways to keep these...


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    Best Barrel Sauna Kits for Your Backyard

    Add a cozy Finnish-style sauna to your backyard with an easy-to-assemble barrel sauna kit.


    How To Start a Hay Bale Garden

    First things first: Hay bale gardening bales are most often made of straw. They're a smart, economical version of container...


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    Tips for Fertilizing Flowers With Bone Meal

    What do flower blossoms have in common with buffalo? Bone meal.


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    Homeowner’s Guide to Types of Driveways

    We all use driveways, but how often do you stop to consider what you're parking on? Here are the pros...


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    10 Hillside Landscape Ideas to Transform Your Sloped Yard

    With innovative hillside landscape ideas, such as terraced beds and low-maintenance plants, you can make the most of a sloped...


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    The 7 Best Hydroponic Garden Kits

    Have you decided to try out next-generation hydroponic gardening? Here are the top kits to get your garden up and...


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    The Top 21 Grasses and How to ID Them (Plus Downloadable Chart)

    Get to know the most common turf grasses you'll see in lawns, ballfields and parks across the U.S., and discover...


    The Best Potting Soil for Every Type of Plant

    If your plants are growing in a pot or container, you need potting soil. Here are our picks for the...

    What to Know About Hydroponic Gardens

    With impressive yields and efficient use of space, hydroponics may be the future of horticulture. Here's an overview of at-home...


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    8 Dock Installation Tips

    Have some waterside property that could use a dock? Follow these tips to help streamline floating, crib, pile, pipe and...


    A Complete Guide to Seed Sowing

    Starting plants from seed is easy when you follow a few simple rules. Here's what you need to know about...


    All You Need to Know About Garden Tilling

    Gardening is more rewarding when your veggies and flowers are vibrant and healthy. For this, you need to prepare the...


    What are Grubs and How Do I Get Rid of Them?

    What are grubs? Are they turning your lawn brown overnight? Learn how to identify them, and the best...


    Design Ideas for Front Yard Landscaping Without Plants

    Don't have a green thumb? Here are some great landscaping options that don't require planting.

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    Tips for Growing and Caring for Hydrangeas

    With their big, bold blooms and an appreciation for afternoon shade, hydrangeas are a well-loved showstopper. Here's how to care...


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    10 Dos and Don’ts of Hydroponic Gardens

    Just getting started with a hydroponic garden? Here are some basic rules of thumb to keep your system working properly...


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    How to Plant and Grow a Magnolia Tree

    Magnolia trees feature spectacular spring flowers, beautiful leaves and are easy to care for. See if one of the 200...


    The 9 Best Garden Fertilizers You Can Get, According to a Horticulturist

    Keep your flowers blooming, your plants green and lush, and your fruit and vegetable harvest plentiful with these best garden...


    10 Best Patio and Deck Cleaners

    Get your deck or patio ready for summer with these high-performing cleaners. Using the right patio or deck cleaner makes...


    How to Split Hostas

    Splitting hostas will make for a healthier plant and will propagate new plants. Here's when, and how, you split hostas.