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    10 Things That Attract Mosquitoes to Your Home

    Don't leave a welcome mat for mosquitoes to swarm your home!


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    7 Deck Paint and Stain Color Ideas

    Create the deck of your dreams with these paint and stain color ideas — tried and true, beautiful blue and...


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    Garden Hoe Buying Guide

    Choosing the right garden hoe can take some of the backbreaking work out of gardening. Here's a helpful roundup of...


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    What to Know About Frost Lines

    Frost lines are critical to construction in cold climates, but they’re important in mild regions, too. Learn what frost lines...


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    10 Best Plants for Rock Gardens

    These 10 plants work well in rock gardens in just about any climate and can add beauty and interest to...


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    What Are Air Plants and How Do They Grow?

    Hardy, soil-less air plants double as home décor. Discover air plant facts, good options to start with, how to care...


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    7 Best Garden Rakes for Cleaning Up Around Plants

    Treat your plants and flowers with loving care by using the right garden tools. This collection of rakes includes something...


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    How to Choose the Best Pool Decking Option For Your Backyard

    Make the most of your backyard pool by wrapping it in pool decking. Here are some of the most common...

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    What To Know About Inflatable Hot Tubs

    Get the scoop on inflatable hot tubs — the pros and cons, care and maintenance and the top models for...


    10 Signs You Need to Check Your Lawn Mower Blade Sharpness

    Notice your lawn looking a little uneven? That could be a sign it's time to sharpen your lawn mower blade.


    10 Dwarf Trees for Your Backyard

    Dwarf trees offer beauty and edible fruit without taking up much yard space. Learn what dwarf trees are and discover...


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    10 Longest Blooming Perennials

    Tired of perennials that bloom just a few weeks every year? Exchange them for these 10 perennials that bloom for...


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    10 Best Fire Starter Kits You Can Rely On

    Take these fire starter kits on your next camping trip to make lighting the campfire a breeze.


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    What to Know About Outdoor Grilling

    It's grill time! Here's a guide to the most popular grill types, plus pro tips for successful grilling.


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    Newcomer’s Guide To RV Camping

    RV camping is a fun and affordable way to explore the great outdoors in comfort. Learn key insights from experienced...


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    The 8 Best Sleeping Pads and Mattresses for Camping

    After a day of pitching the tent in the woods, hiking or fishing, here are the best camping mattresses for...


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    What To Know About Exterior Wood Stain

    Tired of maintaining an outdoor wood finish that peels? Exterior wood stain provides the same protection without the headaches.

    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 Make a DIY BBQ Grill

    If you don't feel like hauling the grill, or you just feel like roughing it a little, make this simple...


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    How To Get Rid of Dandelions in Your Lawn

    The yellow flowering weed is notoriously difficult to eradicate. Read on to learn how to get rid of dandelions in...


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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...


    A Complete Checklist for Your Next Family Camping Trip

    Nature calls! But before you head out, make sure you've got everything you need to enjoy your next camping trip.


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    25 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...

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    Camping for Beginners: Everything First-Timers Need to Know

    Use these expert tips to get ready for your beginner camping trip.


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    What Regions and Zones are Best for Growing Hostas?

    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...


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    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.


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    6 Best Kids Camping Tents

    Give children a tent and watch their adventurous spirits grow. Here are seven kids camping tents we love.