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I Tried Using an Old Sweater to Stop Slugs Eating My Potted Hyacinths – Here’s What Happened
Could wool be the secret to deterring slugs naturally? I decided to put it to the test
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Don't Let Bugs Ruin Your Raised Beds! Try These 4 Simple Non-Toxic Tricks For Pest Control
Keep your raised vegetable garden beds healthy and happy by using these clever barriers and natural pest control tips.
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Squirrels Stealing Your Bird Food? Try This Spicy Secret for Squirrel-Free Feeding That’s Totally Safe For Birds
If you’re fed up with squirrels stealing bird food before your feathered friends can eat, it’s time to spice up your life. Here’s why spicy bird food lets birds eat safely and in peace
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7 Surprisingly Effective Ways to Stop Squirrels Digging Up Your Garden, According to Reddit Gardeners
Real gardeners share what actually works to keep squirrels out of your yard – from chicken wire to rubber snakes and other surprisingly effective deterrents.
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Dig Out These 3 Perennial Weeds in March – It’s the Best Time to Battle Taproots, Plus the Tools You Need to Win
Removing perennial weeds with deep taproots is nearly impossible later in the year. Now is the time to do it while the soil is working in your favor.
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How To Use Insecticidal Soap To Get Rid Of Pesky Pests – Plus, 3 Foolproof Homemade Recipes
Insecticidal soap is an old-fashioned, but effective way to get rid of pests. Learn all about how to use this organic pesticide, plus 3 recipes to try yourself.
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Should You Use Pre-Emergent Herbicide? When to Use It and When to Skip It
Pre-emergent herbicides are a powerful tool for weed-free lawns and gardens, but need to be considered thoughtfully. Learn about when and how to use them.
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Are You Sabotaging Your Soil Health? 5 Disadvantages of Landscape Fabric That Might Make You Reconsider
Don't accidentally ruin your garden by falling for the lure of a product that eliminates weeds forever. Landscape fabric can be incredibly damaging.
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This Cheery Yellow Flower That Emerges in Early Spring May Look Cute, But It’s Highly Invasive – How to Identify & Remove Lesser Celandine
Don't be fooled by the bright and happy blooms on this invasive plant. Lesser celandine has no place in your garden.
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Ram Board May Be the Ultimate Eco-Friendly Alternative to Landscape Fabric – It Kept My Weeds Under Control All Season Long
Just finished a home renovation and now you have a bunch of Ram Board leftover? Turn that heavy-duty paper into an eco-friendly weed barrier for your garden.
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There’s a Small Window to Stop Crabgrass Before It Starts Growing – Here’s the Exact Moment to Act
Crabgrass can quickly take over your lawn and is tough to battle once it gets going. Find out the best time to apply pre-emergent so it can't take hold.
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Does Foil Around Plants Really Deter Pests? The Science Behind This Gardening Trick
Can this kitchen staple foil insects looking to chomp the plants your garden? Learn the ins and outs of using aluminum foil for pest prevention.
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This Common Invasive Plant is Linked to Higher Populations of Lyme Disease-Carrying Ticks – Identify It and Destroy It
This invasive shrub has been popular at garden centers all over the US and it is linked to higher rates of Lyme disease. Find out if you have it in your yard.
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Does Your Plant Have a Drinking Problem? Common Signs Of Overwatering Plants and How to Treat Them
Too much water can actually kill your plants – and it's easier to do than you may think. Learn the signs of overwatering plants and how to reverse them.
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Plants Popping Out of the Soil in the Frost? Here's Why and How to Replant Them Safely
It's unsettling to see your plants being shoved out of their garden beds in the middle of winter. Learn about frost heave and how to fix your perennials safely.
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Houseplant Root Rot 101: Symptoms, Causes, and Easy Fixes
Stop overwatering! Follow our expert guide to diagnosing root rot early and learn the essential tips for giving your plant a new life.
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The 3 Sneaky Weeds Setting Thousands of Seeds in Your Garden Right Now – and How to Stop Them Fast
Your garden might look pretty quiet, but these aggressive weeds are stealthily growing and dropping thousands of seeds into your soil. Here’s what to do now to dodge a massive problem in spring
