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Say Hello to Your Birth Month Bird of Prey – And the Special Meaning Behind Each OneFrom powerful eagles to clever hawks and mysterious owls, your birth month bird of prey might reveal more about your personality than you think...
By Kayleigh Dray
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These 7 Bird Baths Will Get Birds Flocking to Your Garden – Whatever Your Yard Size, Style or BudgetA bird bath does more than look good – it fills a genuine gap that most gardens leave open. These seven options cover every style, space, and budget, from balcony setups to full garden features.
By Tyler Schuster
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Best electric lawn mowers: corded options for small yardsBuying guide We've rounded up all the best electric lawnmowers from brands including BLACK+DECKER, Greenworks, and Sun Joe.
By Pete Wise
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8 Stylish Ideas to Bring Welcome Shade to Your PatioAdd patio shade to create a cool retreat so you can seek respite from the sun and enjoy your garden through the summer heat.
By Sarah Wilson
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6 Low-Water Plants That Soften Hard Landscaping for a Divine Designer-Look Garden Without the Hard Work (and Yes, You Can Grow Them All in Planters, Too)Use these drought-tolerant plants alongside paths, patios, paving and walls to soften stone- and brickwork with cascading stems and billowing blooms.
By Emma Kendell
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What Bees Need in June to Thrive – 5 Easy Ways to Support Pollinators in Your GardenPollinators need a little consideration as we head into the hot summer months. A sip of water and a place to rest their wings goes a long way.
By Susan Albert
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This Battery-Powered Riding Lawn Mower Can Handle Slopes and Cut Over an Acre of Grass on a Single ChargeReview The EGO TR4204 Power+ 42" T6 Lawn Tractor is an electric riding lawn mower for big yards that comes with all the bells and whistles, including cruise control.
By Alex Temblador
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Fireflies Love This Native Flower – And Its Golden Blooms Light Up Summer GardensFireflies need more than darkness to thrive. And, happily, this cheerful native flower helps create the kind of wildlife-friendly habitat these beloved insects are looking for...
By Kayleigh Dray
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I’m a Soil Test Convert After Trying This Simple Kit – How It Changed the Way I GardenA simple, affordable soil test kit can make all the difference. Know before you grow!
By Kathleen Walters
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This Easy DIY Trick Will Halve the Time You Spend Watering Your Garden This SummerYes, really. This self-watering system is simple to set up in your garden and makes irrigation incredibly efficient.
By Emma Kendell
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Where Is the Carburetor on a Lawn Mower? Knowing How to Find It Is Key in Keeping Your Mower at Peak PerformanceLearning where the carburetor on a lawn mower will help you maintain the performance of your most important piece of lawn care equipment. Here's how to find it.
By Hayley Francis
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These 6 Irrigation Systems Are the Foolproof, Low-Effort Watering Solutions You've Been Waiting For – Save Time and Money While Keeping Gardens HydratedSetting up an irrigation system will pay dividends through the growing season.
By Tyler Schuster
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How to Paint Plant Pots For a Gorgeous Garden Upgrade – Here’s Everything You Need to Know to Get a Great Result and a Beautiful BackyardMatch up all your patio pots and planters, add a pop of color, or create an easy artistic design for a garden accent that’s uniquely yours.
By Emma Kendell
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7 Softwood Cuttings to Take in June for Free Plants Next Year – Don’t Miss This Critical WindowDon't wait too late to take cuttings from your favorite shrubs. June is prime time for propagating these beauties.
By Susan Albert
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How to Use Pruning Shears: 5 Steps to Get You the Perfect CutHow to Timing, prep, and precision cuts are the keys to a thriving garden. We break down expert tips on how to use your shears and keep them rust-free.
By Pete Wise
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Don't Transplant Seedlings Until You See True Leaves or Your Plants Will Struggle – Here's What to Look ForWhat are true leaves? Learning the answer to this question will help you determine the perfect time to transplant seedlings for the strongest growth.
By Susan Albert
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The Bird Feeders Squirrels Can’t Outsmart – and the Deterrents That Help Keep Them AwaySick of squirrels eating all your birdseed? Here are the best squirrel-proof bird feeders and extra supplies that'll keep your seeds safe.
By Liz Baessler

