Outdoor IKEA Finds We're Excited About In June 2026
June is here and it's time to upgrade your balcony, yard, or garden for summer. IKEA has introduced a number of new products to help with outdoor spaces.
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DIY A Charming Patio Lantern From A Tin Can
We end up with a lot of metal cans from beans cooked over a campfire or coffee for our morning porch brew. Thankfully, they can be easily repurposed.
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Forget Hydrangeas: These 5 Alternatives Bring Year-Round Color To Your Garden
Hydrangeas have large, distinctive blooms, but once dormant, they’re just sticks. These alternatives glow-up your garden in a variety of colors year-round.
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Exciting Costco Finds You Should Look For In June 2026
Costco is a popular go-to for yard, patio, and garden gear. This June, look for items that will keep both your guests and your plants happy all summer long.
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The Easy DIY That Can Turn Your Yard Into A Private Escape
Sometimes it's nice to have a little barrier between you and curious neighbors when you're outside. This easy, attractive DIY provides portable privacy.
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The Ancient Trick That Can Transform A Spider Plant Into Living Art
Spider plants are popular houseplants thanks to their resilience and low maintenance. Give this plant an upgrade for your patio with this ancient technique.
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Exciting Harbor Freight Finds To Check Out In June 2026
Harbor Freight might not be the first place you head for yard and garden products, but the no-nonsense discount tool supply has new gear worth checking out.
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Instantly Transform Your Driveway With This Trendy Concrete Alternative
Most driveways, especially in suburban areas, are concrete. But it's not the only option. This alternative is attractive, eco-friendlier, and easier to DIY.
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What To Do If A Neighbor's Grass Is Creeping Under Your Fence
There's not much to do about the neighbors' lawn care (or lack of). But there are attractive tricks to use if overgrown grasses are encroaching your own lawn.
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The One Type Of Gravel To Never Use In Your Driveway
Opting for a gravel driveway seems easy enough: build up base layers and pour on gravel. But what type of gravel you choose can make or break the project.
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Prevent Weeds In Your Gravel With This Affordable Solution
It's so frustrating to create a pristine gravel yard or driveway, only to have weeds pushing through the next season. This easy, affordable method stops them.
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What Is The 70/30 Rule And How Will It Help Your Garden Flourish?
There are a lot of guidelines and methods for laying out a garden. The 70/30 rule not only creates structure and color, but could lighten your workload.
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Customers Rank These Push Lawn Mowers The Best In 2026
With yard maintenance in full swing, it may be time to consider buying a new push mower. We scoured reviews at the big retailers and found top-rated options.
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The Popular DIY Solution That Might Not Solve Your Ant Problem
There are a lot of natural home remedies for pest control. While many people swear by this easy DIY for ants, it probably doesn't do what fans claim it does.
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Consumer Reports Names The Top Bug Repellents For Summer 2026
With warmer weather comes ticks, mosquitoes, and other irritating pests. Consumer Reports looked at over 50 repellents and found five that stand out.
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How To Prevent Mushrooms From Growing On Your Trees
Some mushrooms are delicious, while others are deadly. Not just for us — mushrooms growing on trees can be bad, so preventing them in the first place is key.
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Skip The Hydrangeas – This Beautiful Alternative Brings Year-Round Beauty
While hydrangeas are a go-to for colorful blooms, there’s another large, flowering shrub that offers distinct advantages in your yard, even in winter.
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How To Prevent Aphids From Destroying Your Roses
Aphids are the bane of rose gardens. The tiny insects can stunt plant growth and devour flowers, but not if you prevent infestations in the first place.
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The 'Snake Magnet' Plant You Probably Grow In Your Yard
A diverse landscape in your yard or garden can attract pollinators, but it can also attract snakes. Snakes love this decorative plant for a number of reasons.
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Neither Banana Peels Nor Eggshells: The Forgotten Kitchen Leftover To Use As Fertilizer
There are a lot of ways to make natural fertilizer teas that benefit your garden. But you may be overlooking one that makes itself while you're cooking dinner.
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Do Copper Birdbaths Really Prevent Algae Growth?
There's something of a consensus that a few pennies will help inhibit algae in a birdbath. So an all-copper birdbath should work even better. But does it?
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The Best Time To Deadhead Hydrangeas For Bigger, More Vibrant Blooms
Deadheading serves a couple of functions with many plants. It can prevent seeding and tidy up your garden. With some hydrangeas, you'll also score more blooms.
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How To Stop Ants From Damaging Your Plants' Roots
Ants usually don’t eat plant roots, but a colony can do serious damage in other ways. You may need a multi-pronged plan of attack to save your plants.
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Say Goodbye To Rats With This Clever Herb Garden Trick
Rats can become a real problem in gardens, eating fruits and vegetables and creating an ick factor. Send them scurrying by planting these aromatic herbs.
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The First Thing You Should Do If You Find A Snake's Shed Skin In Your Yard
A shed snake skin laying on your grass or in your flower bed means a snake has been in the area. But don’t panic: Take these steps instead to learn more.
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DIY Your Own Ant Spray (Without Harming Your Plants)
To keep ants away from your garden, there are a number of natural deterrents and insecticides you can mix up at home. Some are more effective than others.
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Why Your Peonies Aren't Blooming (And What To Do)
Peonies are resilient plants and fairly easy to grow. But they require certain conditions in order to share their colorful blooms. Fortunately, fixes are easy.
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