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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.


    The Memorial Day Furniture Sales You Can’t Miss

    Looking to upgrade your abode? This year’s Memorial Day sales will offer up to 70 percent off indoor and outdoor...


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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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    Hillside Landscaping Ideas for a Sloped Yard

    Take advantage of a steep or hilly yard with these gorgeous landscaping ideas.


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    The 8 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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    Homeowner’s Guide to Garden Fertilizers

    Here's how to fertilize plants, plus pro tips on what works best on some of the most popular garden plants...

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    6 Best Bird Feeder Cameras

    Your fine feathered friends are back and looking good! Capture and record all the action with these top bird nest,...


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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...


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    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...


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    10 Azalea Flower Bed Tips and Ideas

    Azaleas are the star attraction in many gardens and yards. Learn how to make the most of yours with these...


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    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...


    Brighten Up Your Outdoor Space with the 8 Best Garden Lights

    An outdoor space is warmer and more inviting with the right lighting. Start with the best garden lights.


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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...


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    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...


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    All You Need to Know About Garden Tilling

    Spring planting season is here, and tilling is the first step in preparing your garden. This guide walks you through...

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    What Are Lawn Grubs and How Do I Get Rid of Them?

    A few grub worms are no problem. A lot of grubs spell trouble for your yard. Learn how to spot,...


    10 Ways to Landscape Without Planting Something

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


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    Wood Deck vs Composite Deck: Which One Is Right for You?

    Need help choosing deck boards? We've got you covered.


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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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    8 High-End Outdoor Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Grills and More

    Dreaming of an outdoor kitchen? Check out these appliance options.


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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...


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    10 Lawn Pests That Can Cause Problems

    Spring brings showers, flowers and — unfortunately — many lawn pests. Here's a collection of the most common invaders you...


    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.


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    Here’s How to Get Your Cabin Ready for Summer

    Ready to kick back and relax at your family's summer cabin? Make sure your cabin is ready for you with...