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    How to Remove a Tree Stump Painlessly

    Learn how to remove tree stumps using potassium nitrate to decompose them.


    How to Fix a Gas Fire Pit

    Follow these simple steps to troubleshoot and fix your gas fire pit.


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    What Happens To Leaves During Winter?

    Understanding the purpose of winter leaves can create a healthier lawn, while giving soil and wildlife a boost.


    Here Are the 11 Best New Flowers for Your 2025 Garden

    These new annual flower varieties were voted the best of the best. See what makes them thrive — and impress...


    How to Plant Grass to Fix a Bare Spot

    Fix bare spots in your lawn quickly with easy reseeding—just don’t forget the watering!


    How to Cut Down a Tree Safely

    Make it fall where you want it! Check out these tips and techniques for taking down a tree.


    Popular Lawn Mower Brand Recalls 39,000 Units Over Engine Defect

    Own a John Deere mower? This recall could be a matter of safety—don’t miss the details!


    How To Get Rid of Weeds in Pine Trees Without Killing Them

    Tips for killing weeds around pine trees without damaging their roots or health—easy solutions for homeowners.

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    Enhance Your Yard Space With This Easy DIY Gravel Path

    This simple landscape gravel path makes your yard more functional and visually appealing.


    This Car Battery Jump Starter Is a Must-Have for Winter Travel

    Dead car battery? This portable jump starter can save the day—and the cost of a tow.


    Garden Path Ideas That Are Easy, Cheap and Low-Maintenance

    You can build garden paths in a weekend with minimal expense. Here are some ideas.


    8 Must-Know Tips to Drought-Proof Your Lawn

    Prepare your lawn to withstand the next drought with these simple, effective tips.


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    Tips for Preparing the Lawn for the Fall

    Make your life easier in the spring by being proactive in the fall. Check out these tips for getting your...


    To Rake or Not to Rake: Weighing the Benefits of Leaves

    Discover the pros and cons of raking leaves to determine if this seasonal chore is really necessary.


    Fiskars Pruners Review: We Tried It and Got the Most Bang for Our Buck

    The Fiskars pruners are the best value pruners thanks to their performance, cut quality and affordable price tag.


    I Tried the New Battery-Powered Toro Leaf Blower, and Here’s How It Went

    I tried out the new battery-powered Toro leaf blower. Here's how it performed on the job site and around my...


    Think Adirondack Chairs Are Uncomfortable? You’re Using Them Wrong

    Adirondack chairs are popular, but some people find them uncomfortable. If you're one of those folks, you may be using...

    Corona Pruners Review: We Tried It and Were Not Impressed

    We tested the Corona pruners and were left with tired hands and messy cuts. Here's why we can't recommend this...


    Should You Mulch Leaves or Bag Them?

    We weigh the pros and cons to help you choose the best option for your lawn.


    Tired of Raking Leaves? Plant These Trees Instead

    Discover tree options that require less cleanup.


    10 Best Solar Lights and Lanterns to Illuminate Your Campsite Adventures

    Create a cozy ambiance, light up the kitchen area or go exploring in the night woods with our picks for...


    Want to Strike Gold? Here’s Why You Need the Minelab Equinox 900 Metal Detector

    The Minelab Equinox 900 is one of the best metal detectors you can buy, according to our editors and a...


    The Next Big Thing In Gardening: Talking Plants?

    AI is infiltrating every aspect of life as people invent new ways to utilize it. Tom Massey is bringing it...

    6 Top-Rated Inexpensive Tillers for Your Garden (Rototillers & Handheld Models)

    Whether you prefer to work the soil by hand or power up a machine, these are the best garden tillers...


    Could This Hack Make Bagging Leaves Easier?

    Leaf cleanup can be a daunting task in the fall, but with a few clever hacks, it can become much...


    The Noah Kahan x L.L. Bean ‘Northern Altitude Collection’ is a Love Letter to New England

    Noah Kahan and L.L. Bean have teamed up for an all-new collaboration that's ideal for chilly New England weather (and...


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    19 Inexpensive Landscaping Fixes That Look Pricey

    Fake it until you make it with these cheap landscaping fixes that look expensive.


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    The Ultimate Buyers Guide to Privacy Fence Toppers and Extensions

    If you're looking to refresh rather than replace your fence, or you just need more privacy, fence toppers might be...


    The Hidden Dangers Lurking Beneath Your Leaf Pile

    A relatively benign task, but leaf cleanup poses its own risks. This Fall let's consider leaf pile safety.