Latest articles by Sarah Veldman
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6 Top-Rated Cordless Misting Fans – Make Your Yard 15 Degrees CoolerSick of sweating through weeding? We collected the best-rated cordless misting fans at every price point, so you can keep cool while you work (or just relax).
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It’s Not Too Late to Plant These 6 Gorgeous Container Recipes for Showstopping Color Into FallStop putting the wrong flowers together. Experts share the best mixed container combinations, the thriller-filler-spiller rule, and the mistakes to avoid.
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These Organic Pest Control Products Actually Work — Without Harsh ChemicalsFrom neem oil to motion-activated sprinklers, these organic pest control products are effective, chemical-free, and safe to use around food, pets, and beneficial insects.
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Want a Bird Bath, But Only Have a Small Balcony? These Cute Clip-On Options Fit Over a Railing & Work With Any BudgetNo yard? No problem. These affordable clip-on bird baths hook right onto a balcony railing and bring birds straight to your door.
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3 Patio Features That Deter Flying Pests — and Look Beautiful Doing ItYou don't need an eyesore to keep flying pests off your patio. These three features - from sheer net curtains to repellent plants - are as beautiful as they are effective.
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7 Boundary Ideas Replacing the White Picket Fence – More Private but Just as CharmingThe white picket fence is charming but rarely practical. These 7 alternatives offer real privacy, better durability, and just as much character... without the annual repainting.
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The Simple Wasp Traps That Let You Enjoy Your Garden AgainFrom reusable bait traps to chemical-free sticky options, these are the wasp traps that actually work so you can eat outside this summer without flinching every five minutes
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Train Your Tree to Survive Heat Waves: This Deep-Watering Tool Gets Water Where It's Needed MostWatering daily but still seeing scorched trees? It's because you're only watering the surface. Here's why a deep-irrigation probe is the ultimate fix.
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Sorry Wooden Trellis, But This Sleek Weather-Tough Alternative is Stealing the Show in Gardens This SummerDurable, rot-resistant, and effortlessly chic? No wonder this garden feature is proving so popular with all those dreaming of low-maintenance screening.
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7 Mosquito Control Products That Actually Work to Keep Your Summer Celebrations Itch-FreeFrom mosquito dunks to Thermacell repellers and permethrin sprays, here are the products that genuinely keep mosquitoes away from your garden and patio all summer.
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7 Weird Weeding Tools You Never Knew You NeededWeeding is a chore, but it doesn't have to ruin your back. Here are the best weeders you may not have heard of.
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Joanna Gaines Proves Climbing Roses Are the Secret to a More Romantic BackyardInspired by Joanna Gaines' dreamy climbing rose moment? Here's how to actually do it.
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Recreate Ina Garten's Paris-Inspired Water Feature on a Budget – It's the Secret to a Tranquil BackyardIna Garten's Paris-inspired garden water feature is more achievable than it looks. Experts share the budget picks and placement rules that make it feel elegant.
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Walmart Has Some Seriously Stylish Patio Finds on Sale Right Now – You'll Want to Live Outside All SummerWalmart's summer patio sale has some great deals. Here are 12 of the best deals on outdoor seating, dining sets, fire pits, and lighting to shop now.
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This Outdoor Misting System Keeps Me Cool in the Heat – and Helps My Plants Stay Lush and HealthyOutdoor misting systems drop temperatures fast – and benefit your plants too. Here are the best options for every budget, from hose kits to premium fans.
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The Stylish Garden Storage We'd Actually Buy Is Finally on Sale for Amazon Prime DayFrom lockable deck boxes to storage cabinets and tool organizers, these are the best garden storage deals to shop during Amazon Prime Day 2026 – on sale now.
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I Thought Robot Mowers Were Too Expensive – But This Amazon Prime Day Deal Has Finally Won Me OverRobot lawn mowers are going mainstream, and this Amazon best seller is more than a third off for Prime Day – for a surprisingly affordable smart lawn upgrade.
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I Thought David Beckham's New Rose Was a Gimmick – But It's Inspired the Chicest Garden Look This SummerGarden experts say his new rose captures the elegance of the "quiet luxury" trend – and it's exactly the look gardeners are trying to recreate this summer.
