What To Know About Intercropping And How It'll Help Your Vegetable Garden Thrive
Gardeners are usually taught not to plant their vegetables near each other, but the practice of intercropping defies that traditional notion. Does it work?
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9 Best Fishing Poles For Beginners (& Which To Avoid)
If you’re interested in taking your fishing game beyond just using any old rod with a worm, you need to look at specific details that help the beginner succeed.
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Repurpose Your Old Trash Can Lid Into A Simple Birdbath
Trash can lids often outlast their canisters. But they're not useless: It's an easy repurpose to convert those lids into a quick, but safe and clean, birdbath.
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Keep Your Garden Blooming With This Colorful, Frost-Tolerant Flower
There's always hope that late fall and early spring plants will keep or start blooming in winter. These surprisingly cold hardy plants can grant your wish.
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What To Do Immediately If Your Car Breaks Down On A Road Trip
Whether it's a weekend away or a dream road trip, breaking down along the way can be scary. But if you take the proper first steps, you're halfway there.
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The Common Color-Changing Hydrangea Myth You Should Stop Believing
Hydrangeas are beautiful privacy plants that provide a bold statement in your garden, but many people believe a common myth about them that's simply not true.
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Easily Transform Old Clothespins Into Adorable Mini Bird Feeders
It's easy to buy bird feeders online or at your nearest home and garden store. But where's the fun? You can make clever feeders for free with clothespins.
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Why You Should Grow Bananas At Home (And How To Do It Right)
Bananas are the most popular fresh fruit in America. But growing them in the garden takes experience. We break down all the tips you'll need.
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Forget Traditional Container Gardening: Try This Budget-Friendly DIY Alternative
Planters and pots make for a charming container garden. But they come with a drawback: Less soil means more watering. This DIY trick gives you more free time.
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Here's The Best Speed For Mowing Your Lawn (& Why Going Faster Isn't Wise)
Mowing the lawn can be a tedious task, so you may be tempted to pick up the speed to expedite the process. But don't go too fast; slow and steady wins the race.
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This Ancient Technique Is A Stylish Way To Protect Your Owl Nesting Boxes
Nest boxes can encourage owls to stick around your yard, but it's best if they're made of untreated wood. This centuries-old technique helps protect them.
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Plant This Frost-Tolerant Flower As Winter Ends To Get A Jumpstart On Spring Gardening
If you’re itching to get back into the garden as winter comes to a close, this aromatic ground cover might be the perfect low-maintenance plant for you.
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Don't Throw Away Old Potting Soil, Use It To Attract More Pollinators To Your Yard
It's easy to end up with partial bags of potting soil, or pots with soil and no flowers. After awhile that soil loses nutrients and porosity. But it's useless.
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Turn Your Leftover Pavers Into A Sturdy Planter You'll Love
If you have leftover paver stones from a gardening project, with the help of a little DIY, you can easily repurpose them into a sturdy planter.
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What You Need To Know Before Transplanting The Hydrangeas In Your Garden
Sometimes you need to move plants in your garden, which is easier said than done, so follow these steps carefully if you plan on transplanting a hydrangea.
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DIY A Clever Frozen Bird Feeder That Keeps Birds Coming To Your Yard In The Winter
Just because it's winter doesn't mean you can't craft fun things for your yard. This simple DIY is not only easy, it can be very beneficial for visiting birds.
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If Your Tomato Plants Are Struggling, This Flower Might Be The Culprit
Tomato plants are hard enough to grow successfully, without sneaky competitors getting in the way. It may seem these two plants play well together, they don't.
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How To Repurpose Old Bottle Caps In Your Garden To Prevent Pests
Give your home garden a creative boost with a simple DIY project using old bottle caps that prevents harmful from pests without harsh chemicals.
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Attract More Cardinals This Winter With These Tasty Fruit Treats
While cardinals hang around all winter long, their natural nutrition sources are generally hard to come by. Offering these high-calorie fruit treats helps.
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The Large Maple Tree Variety You Should Reconsider Planting In Your Yard
Many varieties of the majestic maple tree can bring benefits to your yard, but be warned: One particular type could cause you all kinds of trouble.
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Repurpose Your Old Birdbath For A Stunning DIY Plant Stand
Give that relic of a birdbath new life by turning it into a showcase stand for your potted plants. The best part is there is no digging required.
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Grow This Kitchen Spice To Help Bring More Pollinators To Your Garden
Sure, you have plants that hummingbirds or honeybees love. But this flowering herb not only attracts a variety of pollinators, your cooking will benefit too.
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Stop Guessing: Here's How To Pick The Perfect Type Of Hydrangeas For Your Yard
Hydrangeas come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. Fine-tuning the options to your yard, your goals, and personal preferences will ensure success.
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Avoid These Common Car Camping Mistakes That Ruin Trips
Car camping requires preparation and planning. There are lots of pitfalls between you and a perfect getaway, but avoid these mistakes, and you're halfway there.
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Reconsider Planting This Fruit To Help Keep Mice Out Of Your Garden
There's nothing better than chomping into a ripe piece of fresh fruit you grew yourself. There's nothing worse than finding out mice have beaten you to it.
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Jasmine Roth's DIY Trick Adds Instant Curb Appeal To Your Front Yard
We don't always think to incorporate statement pieces to the front of the house. But HGTV's Jasmine Roth devised a clever DIY to add greenery and character.
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Simple Tips To Help Your Orchids Thrive When Growing Them Outdoors
Orchids are most well-known as an indoor or greenhouse plant, but with 28,000 species to choose from, plenty are suitable for outdoor gardens too.
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Think Twice Before Planting These Popular Berries Together In Your Garden
It may seem like berries in the same family, with the same growing conditions, can be planted side-by-side. But sometimes it's not such a great idea.
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Want More Owls In Your Yard? This Simple Feature Helps Them Feel Safe
Owls can make great neighbors, especially if you have a rodent problem. But they need to feel safe and welcome while hunting. This feature in your yard helps.
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3 Tough Flowers That Survive Frost And Bloom Beautifully
While most flowering plants either retreat underground for the winter or need some TLC from us, these three not only tough out snow and frost, they love it!
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