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You’ll Regret Planting These 5 Flowers – They Self-Seed Everywhere and Never Truly LeaveReseeding can be a benefit if you don't mind a wild garden. But if you want to keep your beds neat and tidy think twice before growing these flowers.
By Teo Spengler
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What to Do With Your Pothos in July – 5 Quick Tasks for Longer Vines, Fuller Growth, and Glossier LeavesYour pothos plant will hopefully be pushing out new growth, but if you want to boost those vines and promote plenty of strong growth, these tasks will help you give your houseplant a glossy makeover
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Do Coffee Grounds Keep Mosquitoes Away? The Science ExplainedDoes smoldering spent coffee keep mosquitoes away? We break down the viral DIY hack, what the science says, and other ways to clear your yard.
By Liz Baessler
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4 Steps to a Garden That Almost Takes Care of Itself if You Want More Flowers for Less WorkHaving a beautiful backyard doesn’t need to be difficult or take up a ton of time, you know.
By Emma Kendell
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4 Heatwave-Proof Plants That Bounce Back Fast – and 4 That Need Immediate Help to Survive Soaring TemperaturesWhen a heatwave hits, it's important to know which plants can survive on their own and which ones need special care. Learn which ones are which with this list.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Why You Shouldn’t Plant Purple in the Shade – And Why You Need to Grow These 5 High Impact Plants InsteadPlanting purple flowers in the shade seems like an easy way to add rich color, but in low light those lush tones can often disappear. Here’s why purple fails in the shade, and the plants you should try instead
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Your Morning Routine Could Be Why Your Roses Are Struggling – Here's Why I Check Mine Before CoffeeMy husband refuses to look after our hybrid roses, so I've learned the simple morning habit that keeps them thriving.
By Kayleigh Dray
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Your Garden Birds Urgently Need This Frozen Veg to Stay Hydrated and Safe in a Summer HeatwaveWhen it comes to the health and well-being of your yard's birds, this simple veg can make the world of difference to your feathered friends on a scorching afternoon, and here's how…
By Tyler Schuster
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4 Easy Ways to Turn Raised Beds Into Self-Watering Gardens That Thrive in Summer Heat & Drought – Even When You Leave TownSpend less time watering and more time enjoying your garden. Here's how to turn raised beds into self-watering systems you can practically ignore.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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The 7 Longest-Blooming Perennials For Nonstop Summer Color That Lasts Well Into FallIn the market for marathon bloomers that keep showing off after summer has faded? Look this way...
By Kayleigh Dray
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How to Transition Your Jade Plant Outdoors in Summer (Without Sunburn) – Plus 4 Other Essential July TipsWant a fuller, healthier jade plant? Do these 5 things.
By Tyler Schuster
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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.
By Sarah Veldman
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5 Privacy Shrubs That Don’t Become Fire Hazards in Summer – Say Goodbye to Crispy Hedges and Hello to Lush AlternativesSummer heat waves take a toll on shrubs, and can turn them into a fire risk near your home. These drought-proof beauties will handle the heat, sun, and dry spells like champs.
By Teo Spengler
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Want to Attract More Backyard Birds? This Easy Bird Bath Bottle Dripper Trick is All You NeedIf your bird bath isn’t attracting a big crowd, it's time you tried the bottle dripper. This simple household item is all it takes to make a splash with the local birdlife
By Janey Goulding
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Drew Barrymore’s Garden Collection at Walmart is Darn Gorgeous – and Some Items Just Went on SaleDrew's Beautiful patio line is practical, pretty and perhaps just what your yard needs this summer.
By Emma Kendell
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The Gas Chainsaw Battle: Husqvarna vs. Stihl Head-to-Head ReviewVERSUS Husqvarna vs Stihl: Which chainsaw brand reigns supreme? We break down motor power, ease of starting, price, and more to help you pick the best one.
By Naomi MacKay
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Don’t Throw Out Overripe Watermelon – It Has a Secret Use in the GardenDon't throw away that spoiled melon! Give it a second life in the garden helping pollinators and plants.
By Tyler Schuster
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Are Birds Eating the Fruit on Your Trees Before You Can? This Common Kitchen Product Is the Key to Keeping Them AwayTurn this common kitchen staple into a safe, eco-friendly bird deterrent. Here's what you need to protect your fruit trees from hungry birds.
By Tyler Schuster

