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    How Do You Compost With Black Soldier Fly Larvae?

    These little critters may look gross, but they're gardening superheroes.

    5 Patio Furniture Covers to Keep Your Seating Dry Through the Seasons

    Don't let your outdoor furniture suffer on the off-season. These patio furniture covers are designed to protect your backyard oasis...


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    How To Grow Calla Lilies

    Calla lilies are easy to grow and with a little care can be replanted every year, even in colder climates.


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    What To Know About Transplanting Plants

    Transplanting perennials is easier than most gardeners realize, often resulting in more plants to grow and share with others.


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    A Guide To Sustainable Gardening

    Let nature make your gardening easier so it's better for your health, your community and the planet. Here's how.

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    Here’s How to Use Coffee Grounds to Make Your Plants Thrive

    Your guide to the do's and don'ts of using coffee grounds for growing healthier plants


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    How To Grow a Rose Bush

    Today's modern rose bushes are as easy to grow as any other shrub. Plant them in a good spot and...

    The 10 Best Amazon Fire Pits to Add Warmth to Your Outdoor Space

    Getting ready for backyard entertaining? An Amazon fire pit can be the key to transforming your outdoor space into one...


    Sate Your Thirsty Lawn: Shop 10 Sprinkler Sales

    Don't get hosed—save up to 70% on sprinklers when you shop these on-sale finds.


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    Plant Food vs. Fertilizer: What’s the Difference?

    There's a lot of confusion over whether plant food is the same thing as fertilizer. Is there a difference? Let's...


    Self-Propelled vs. Push Mower: What’s the Difference?

    Finding the right lawn mower for your property and budget can be a bit confusing. When it comes...

    What Is Guerrilla Gardening?

    The controversial activist practice is rooted in the fight for climate justice.


    8 Standout Garden Ornaments to Add a Special Touch to Your Lawn

    Lawn and garden ornaments are a quick and easy way to add a pop of character to your property.


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    Can I Plant My Easter Lily?

    Do you treat your Easter lily like a bouquet of cut flowers and throw it out when all the flowers...


    With the VegTrug Planter, You Don’t Need a Yard to Grow Fresh Veggies

    Stop bending over to tend to your garden! With the VegTrug, your plants sit at waist height to...


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    Why You Should Use Wood Ash in the Garden

    Loaded with nutrients like calcium and potassium, wood ash can give your garden a boost.

    Nurture Your Green Thumb with the Lettuce Grow Farmstand

    Turn a small balcony or the corner of your kitchen into a fresh, culinary garden with the help...


    The 6 Best Gardening Shoes for Planting, Pruning and Weeding in 2023

    From comfort and style to durability and affordability, our list of the best gardening shoes has you covered.


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    8 Best Gardening Gloves For 2023

    The best gardening gloves make the work more enjoyable, protecting you from cuts, scrapes, bites and whatever else is lurking...


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    5 Best Mulches for Vegetable Gardens

    Amp up your growing game this year with vegetable garden mulch recommended by experts.


    The Best Greenhouse Kits on Sale for Helping Your Plants Thrive

    No matter what space or budget you're working with, there's a greenhouse deal for you. Shop the 10 best, handpicked...


    Kill Your Yard’s Pests with the Wondercide Flea and Tick Spray

    Bugs bugging you? Check out the Wondercide Flea and Tick Yard Spray to eradicate your lawn's pesky visitors. 


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    What Are Heirloom Seeds?

    Heirloom seed is not just a marketing term. Heirloom vegetable and flower seeds produce older varieties, grown successfully for generations.


    Everything You Need to Grow Thriving Plants in Your Backyard Greenhouse

    Greenhouses are becoming increasingly popular for lawn and garden buffs. Here’s what you need to help your own...


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    10 Fast Growing Shrubs

    No need to wait years for a return on your investment. These shrubs will develop true size and presence in...

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    Which Natural Weed Killers Will Work Best for You?

    We talk with an expert about healthier choices for humans and the environment.


    Reporting for Duty: The Cub Cadet Riding Mower Makes Lawn Care Easy

    The Cub Cadet Riding Mower offers long-lasting, quality performance at a budget-friendly price.


    You Can Turn an Old File Cabinet Into a Flower Planter—Here’s How

    Learn how to make a DIY flower planter with an old filing cabinet to take your patio to the next...


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    How To Test Soil pH With and Without a Kit

    From formal lab tests to DIY baking soda and vinegar, here's how to choose which method is best for your...


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    What To Know About Moss Gardens

    Mosses are the oldest living land plants and you can grow them in your newest outdoor garden. Learn how to...


    8 Best Stand Up Weed Pullers for Removing Roots with Ease

    Weeding is back-breaking and time-consuming. A gardening expert gave us advice on the best stand up weed pullers on the...