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I Tried the Handy Brush Grubber and Pulling Brush and Shrubs Has Never Been Easier

Every homeowner gets unwanted saplings and brush that magically sprout in their landscape. The Handy Brush Grubber helps you get a (forceful) grip on the problem.

This Zip Tie Hack Will Make Trimming Ornamental Grasses a Breeze

Gather, cut and dispose of excess grass in seconds!


CobraHead vs. Grampa’s Weeder: Which Gardening Tool Is Right for You?

To see which is the best weeding tool, we put the long-handle CobraHead weeder and cultivator and Grampa's Weeder against...


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Grampa’s Weeder: The Ultimate Tool for Effortless Weed Removal

While gardening is a form of therapy for me, the weeds are discouraging and overwhelming. But after trying...


7 Best Rabbit Repellents to Save Your Garden From the Adorable Creatures

Whether you have a large vegetable garden or small flower beds, keep them free of bunnies with the right rabbit...

10 Garden Tool Bags to Keep Planting Essentials Organized and Ready to Use

Store your supplies and keep them in order for the next gardening session with a garden tool bag


Are You Being Hosed? The 5 Best Garden Hose Picks for a Healthier Lawn

Keep your outdoor lawn looking pristine this summer with the best garden hose options for your yard!


5 Best Gift Baskets for Any Occasion

Gift baskets and sets don't have to be cheesy!


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Should You Be Using a Tree Watering Bag?

Do you know what tree watering bags are? Learn the pros and cons of utilizing them for newly planted trees...


5 Best Watering Cans for Healthy Plants

Keep your plants healthy and hydrated with the best watering cans!

CobraHead Weeder and Cultivator: A Must-Have for Your Garden! (We Tried It!)

The CobraHead Weeder removes weeds with ease—and so much more!


This Attractive Opinel Knife Goes Anywhere You Do

For around $20, you’ll want this trusty folding pocket knife in your car, your toolbox and your pocket.


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...


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.

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...


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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...


Power King Chipper Shredder: A Beast of a Chipper

The Power King Chipper is called a beast for a reason—it quickly shreds your brush pile in a...


17 Gifts for Gardeners Guaranteed to Please

The best gifts for gardeners are more than practical, they’re artful. Impress anyone with a green thumb with...


The 6 Best Pole Saws to Trim Your Trees and Shrubs

Use this list of the best pole saw picks to ensure your tree pruning tasks are completed quickly and safely.


Honor Your Eco-Friendly Resolutions (and Your Wallet) with These Gardening Sales

Greenhouses are a spectacular way to continue tending to crops well into the winter. Shop these garden sales to stock...


10 Best Pruning Shears for Easier Gardening

Once you get your hands on one of these pruners, you'll never look back.


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Stihl Cordless Pruning Saw Review: Is This Battery-Powered Pruning Saw Worth Buying?

Kiss those hand-cramping pruners, shears and loopers goodbye. Try this Family Handyman Approved battery operated pruner instead.


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Stay Shady with This Family Handyman Approved Sun Shirt

Have some fun in the sun wearing this Family Handyman Approved work shirt with built-in UV protection.

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No Job Is too Tough for Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap

A fiercely degreasing hand soap that's still gentle on your skin?  Give this Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap a...


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Garden Cultivator vs Tiller: What’s the Difference?

Don't confuse a cultivator with a tiller; they're different tools for different jobs. Here's how to decide which is right...


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Get Your Hands On Some Family Handyman Approved Hestra Job Duratan Flex Work Gloves

When headed outdoors to work on your spring projects, the first essential tool to reach for...


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The Best Garden Cultivators

Garden cultivators help stir soil and mix in fertilizer and compost to prepare planting areas for the growing season. Which...


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Buyer’s Guide to Garden Spades

A garden spade is the go-to tool for many yard and garden tasks. But what makes one garden spade different...


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9 Adaptive Tools To Make Gardening With Disabilities Easier

Gardening can be relaxing and therapeutic. These adaptive gardening tools help those with limitations enjoy their time in the garden.