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  • Hand holding a young seedling in a container with more seedlings in the background

    Is It Possible To Start Seeds Indoors Too Early? What To Know

    When it comes to starting seeds indoors, the right timing is half the battle. Here’s what to know about how early is “too early.”

    By Lou Siday 7 min ago Read More
  • Teapots and other dinnerware and décor on a display shelf in a thrift store.

    Turn An Old Thrift Store Teapot Into The Cutest Plant Propagation Station

    Teapots are plentiful in thrift stores. If you're an avid indoor gardener, you can double your houseplant collection by using a teapot to propagate cuttings.

    By Jennifer M. McNeill 3 hours ago Read More
  • Big cream blooms of a smooth hydrangea

    The Pruning Method That Gives Your Hydrangea Bigger (But Fewer) Blooms

    Hydrangeas are a gorgeous addition to any yard. If you want yours to concentrate its energy on growing bigger blooms, here’s a pruning tip that can help.

    By Lou Siday 6 hours ago Read More
  • pencil cactus plant in yard

    How To Propagate Pencil Cactus For A Yard Full Of Thriving, Unique Cacti

    These fast-growing succulent plants are fun thanks to their pencil-thick branches and striking, skeletal shape. Learn how to propagate them with this article.

    By Suzanne Bonnett 15 hours ago Read More
  • Spider plant with long stripy leaves next to a window

    How To Turn A Simple Indoor Spider Plant Into A Big & Beautiful Statement Piece

    If you feel that the spider plant is a bit too commonplace and boring to add visual interest to your indoor space, try this easy hack to give it a boost.

    By Lou Siday 18 hours ago Read More
  • A hand holding a closed tuna can

    Turn An Old Tuna Can Into The Cutest Planter For Succulents

    It's a shame to toss good aluminum cans -- even tiny tuna cans. With a few crafting supplies, a tuna can brings new life to your bookshelf, desk, or windowsill.

    By Nala Ortiz 19 hours ago Read More
  • A spiderwort growing in green ceramic planter on a sunny windowsill indoors.

    How To Propagate Spiderwort For An Endless Supply Of Pretty Purple Plants

    Spiderworts are easy-to-grow house and garden plants, and they're so good-looking, you probably want more of them. Thankfully, propagating them at home is easy.

    By Jerad Bryant 23 hours ago Read More
  • Large wood log with half of its bark laying in a garden along a mulched path.

    Transform A Log And Nursery Pots Into DIY Garden Decor That Look Straight Out Of A Fairytale

    DIY garden decor doesn't have to be expensive or hard to make. All you need is a log and some plastic nursery pots to create this enchanting outdoor planter.

    By Brooke Younger 1 day ago Read More
  • Someone looks to grab a small spice jar off of a clear staircase rack in their kitchen.

    Save Spice Jars To DIY Mini Feeders Hummingbirds Can Enjoy

    Hummingbirds aren't just gorgeous, they're also essential pollinators that can help your garden thrive. Keep them coming back with these DIY bird feeders.

    By Jason Rochlin 1 day ago Read More
  • Purple flowers covering a creeping thyme ground cover near a walkway

    Say Goodbye To Grass: The Fragrant Alternative That Also Attracts Pollinators

    With an herbal, earthy scent and nectar-rich flowers, this ground cover is not only more interesting than grass, it’s also lower-maintenance.

    By Jerad Bryant 1 day ago Read More
  • Someone pouring seeds into their hand

    The Clever Hack That Can Help Tell If Your Old Seeds Are Viable Or Not

    Seeds loose their viability over time, especially when they're not stored correctly. However, a simple light hack can tell if the seeds are still good.

    By Barb Hudson 2 days ago Read More
  • A hummingbird approaching a plant in mid-air

    12 Bright Blue Flowers That'll Attract Hummingbirds All Summer And Fall

    Hummingbirds are a welcome sight in any garden, so we've compiled a list of 12 beautiful blue flowers they love that you'll want to add to your home.

    By Kristina Hicks-Hamblin 2 days ago Read More
  • A stunning red Aglaonema in a pot among other varieties

    The Easiest Ways To Propagate Aglaonema For An Endless Supply Of Exotic Red Plants

    Propagation is one of the easiest ways to make the most of your garden center purchases, and this pretty red plant takes very well to the process.

    By Annette Hird 2 days ago Read More
  • The gardening section of a local hardware store.

    The Common Garden Tool You Didn't Know You Should Replace Annually

    Most gardening tools won't last forever. Some, in fact, last just a year, even if well looked after. Thankfully, they're often pretty inexpensive to replace.

    By Aleem Ahmad 3 days ago Read More
  • A person holds cuttings taken from a shrub in the backyard.

    Create Self-Watering Starter Pots With A Simple, Dollar Tree Yarn Hack

    Tired of worrying about your cuttings drying out before they can grow roots? The solution lies in a ball of yarn and a few other supplies from Dollar Tree.

    By Annette Hird 3 days ago Read More
  • A woman uses clippers to groom a dog on a table in a garden.

    Can Dog Hair Actually Help Your Plants Grow?

    Your dog provides you with an endless supply of shed hair, whether you like it or not. Using it in your garden may be better than throwing it in the trash.

    By R. A. Fletcher 3 days ago Read More
  • A chickadee peers out from the entrance hole of a wooden birdhouse.

    Attract More Birds To Your Birdhouse With This Planting Tip

    You've put up birdhouses but no birds are nesting in them. You need to make them more attractive to birds, and that can be achieved with clever planting ideas.

    By R. A. Fletcher 3 days ago Read More
  • A close up of different colored bins stacked within each other.

    7 Clever Uses For Storage Bins In The Garden

    Don't toss out those old storage bins — repurpose them instead! From tiny storage drawers to large tote tubs, here's how to use them neatly in the garden.

    By Sharon Kong Perring 5 days ago Read More
  • A person watering a poinsettia in a pot using a gold-colored watering can with a long spout

    Keep Poinsettias Thriving With This Self-Watering Display That Doubles As Decor

    To keep your poinsettias thriving beyond the holiday season, consider trying out this self-watering vase DIY that only requires a few simple items to complete.

    By Annette Hird 5 days ago Read More
  • A cast iron plant growing in a stainless steel pot on the tiled floor of a home.

    The Overlooked Care Tip That Helps A Cast Iron Plant Thrive

    Cast iron plants are widely regarded as almost indestructible, making them perfect for beginner gardeners. That doesn't mean they require no care at all.

    By Suzanne Bonnett 5 days ago Read More
  • Hands clipping mint from garden

    Stop Planting Invasive Mint In The Garden. Here's A Better Way

    Mint is a notoriously aggressive plant that can easily choke out the rest of your garden. This method allows you to grow mint without that risk.

    By Suzanne Bonnett 6 days ago Read More
  • Hands dumping rice water down the drain in a sink from a black pot

    Add Rice Water To This Popular Leafy Green For A Big & Delicious Harvest

    The water left over after you rinse or boil rice contains plenty of nutrients that shouldn't go to waste. Use it to fertilize this garden vegetable.

    By R. A. Fletcher 6 days ago Read More
  • New wooden bird feeder perched on a porch railing

    New Bird Feeder? Don't Just Put The Food Inside, Spread It Around!

    If your bird feeder is still new, sprinkling the bird seed on the ground rather than just inside will make a big difference to your local birds.

    By Carrie Elizabeth Bradon 7 days ago Read More
  • A warmly-dressed woman prunes a tree in winter.

    How To DIY A No-Cost, Spiral Plant Trellis From Yard Scraps

    Those flexible twigs from routine pruning might seem like yard waste, but with a little shaping, they can become easy supports for your plants.

    By Lindsay Donaldson 7 days ago Read More
  • A person is holding a large amount of crystallized salt over a white ground

    10 Salt Hacks Worth Trying This Winter And 6 You Can Skip

    Don't believe all the salt hacks you hear. While there are plenty of tips that can make your life easier this winter, some simply aren't worth trying.

    By Ellen Douglas 8 days ago Read More
  • Four empty toilet paper rolls on a counter

    Don't Toss Toilet Paper Rolls: Turn Them Into Mini Planter Holders

    If you’ve been looking for a way to upcycle toilet paper tubes, this easy DIY can give them new life as functional and stylish holders for air plants.

    By Lauren LaMore 8 days ago Read More
  • Bird on a branch in a tree

    The Tiny Garden Tweak That Makes Birds Flock To Your Yard

    While a bird feeder will attract a few flying fauna, this one-step garden hack will have your yard swarming with birds, no matter the season.

    By Jack Vatsal 8 days ago Read More
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