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    40 Projects You Can Get Done Over a Long Weekend

    For DIYers, long weekends are for getting stuff done at home. Make the most of the upcoming extra time by...


    34 Important Things to do When Planning to Sell Your Home

    Prepare your house and your family by knowing the things to do when selling a house. It'll help sell your...


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    14 Ways to Add Space to Your Home that Won’t Break the Bank

    The best way to make sure any renovation project will pay off with additional square footage is to check with...


    15 Things We’re Buying at The Home Depot This Spring

    The harsh winter can take a toll on your home and your yard. Now is the time to tackle home...


    The 15 Best-Reviewed Amazon Gas Grills for Outdoor Cooking

    This season, satisfy your cravings with the best gas grills you can get on Amazon!


    20 DIY Outdoor Wedding Decorations

    The beauty of an outdoor wedding is the beauty of nature. Backyards, farms, tree-covered areas and gardens provide a scenic...


    8 Outdoor Projects You Can Do Yourself

    The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and your backyard beckons! To help you make the best of the...


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    10 Breathtaking Outdoor Lighting Looks For Your Yard

    There's nothing quite like the twinkle of outdoor lighting on a cool summer night. To get you inspired, we've rounded...

    5 Outdoor Tables You Can Make

    Good-quality outdoor furniture can be expensive and it can be tough to find just the right piece. If you've had...


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    5 Popular Paint Colors to Help Sell Your House

    Painting a home's exterior can produce a big return on investment. Here are five trending colors to help maximize resale...


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    When, Why and How Often to Dethatch Your Lawn

    Keep your lawn vibrant and healthy by removing excess thatch that keeps water and nutrients from reaching the roots of...


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    Tips on How to Dethatch a Lawn

    Give your grass a boost this spring by tackling any problematic thatch buildup. Here's a complete guide to dethatching for...


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    How to Prune Basil

    Tender, fragrant and tasty basil plants need more pinching than pruning. Here's everything you need to know about how to...


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    What’s the Best Temperature to Start Working on My Lawn?

    Like other lawn care tasks, patience is a virtue when planting grass seed. Reseeding your lawn too early will not...


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    Above Ground Pool Installation Tips

    Get in the water faster with these tips for installing an above ground pool. Should you DIY it or call...


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    How to Prune Rosemary

    Is your rosemary plant getting out of hand? Learn how and when to prune rosemary, this hardy, aromatic herb.


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    7 Natural Ways to Keep Bees and Ants Away From Hummingbird Feeders

    Pests be gone! Discover seven smart ways to keep bees, wasps and ants away from your hummingbird feeders.

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    How to Cut Grass: Do’s and Don’ts

    There are definite do's and don'ts when it comes to how to cut grass. Follow these 10 expert mowing tips...


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    10 Top Types of Peonies for Your Garden

    These 10 winners bring bold colors and dependable blooms to your peony garden, even if you're a beginner picking a...


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    9 Best Flowering Ground Covers

    Flowering groundcovers beautify trouble spots, help with erosion and add a blaze of flowers to home landscaping.


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    10 Flower Border Ideas and Designs

    These playful colors, sophisticated greens and pleasing textures make gorgeous designs with eye-catching flower borders.


    When Should You Start Mowing Your Lawn in the Spring?

    Keep these considerations in mind before deciding when to cut grass for the first time in spring.


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    When to Plant Your Vegetables for Fall and Winter

    As summer's heat begins to wane, it's time to plant cool-season veggies in your garden.

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    Hummingbird Nectar Mistakes to Avoid

    To attract Mother Nature's version of the hovercraft and keep them coming back, avoid these common mistakes with hummingbird nectar...


    10 Tips for Growing Plants From Seed

    You can hit the ground running in the spring with these tips.


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    Top 10 Travel Hotspots to See Hummingbirds

    Pack your bags—and don’t forget your binoculars! If it’s hummingbirds you’re after, you’ll want to head to these must-see hot...


    10 Bee Friendly Plants to Have in Your Yard

    Even if you aren't a beekeeper, there are still plenty of reasons to encourage bees to inhabit your garden or...


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    12 Best Home Improvement Projects Under $100

    A little can go a long way when it comes to home improvements. For just $100 you can make some...


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    Should You Cut Wet Grass After it Rains?

    We address the age-old dilemma of whether to cut wet grass or wait until it dries.