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  • Women planting seedlings indoors

    11 Easiest Vegetables To Grow Inside

    To reap the delicious taste of extra fresh produce, start off with any of these low-hassle vegetables that can be easily grown from within your own house.

    By Felicia Lee 1 day ago Read More
  • A person pulling carrots and beetroot out of the ground in a vegetable garden

    The 15 Companion Plant Pairings That'll Help Your Garden Thrive

    Your garden vegetables work best with a buddy system. But not just any companion plant will do. See which ones do best when paired together in your garden.

    By Sarah Moore 2 days ago Read More
  • bowl and spoon full of baking soda

    Think Twice Before Using This Common Pantry Ingredient In Your Garden

    If you're a gardener interested in using gentle alternatives to harsh chemical pesticides and fungicides, avoid this one common pantry ingredient.

    By Jaime Jacques 3 days ago Read More
  • a hand plants seeds in rich soil with a green background

    Don't Buy Any Seeds For Your Garden Until Taking One Necessary Step

    If you think you're ready to start buying seeds for your garden, think again. This is the step you need to take before you start seed shopping.

    By Sonora Slater 3 days ago Read More
  • yogurt container with soil and small plant growing inside

    Instead Of Throwing Away Empty Yogurt Containers, Use Them To Start Your Garden

    You don't need to wait until spring to start your garden. Here's how to sow seeds during the winter using empty yogurt containers.

    By Jaime Jacques 3 days ago Read More
  • A close-up of a large spearmint plant growing outside

    Why You Should Avoid Planting Mint In Your Garden

    While growing your own mint may seem like a great idea, think again! This problematic plant may cause your garden more grief than you expect.

    By Andy Hume 4 days ago Read More
  • a macro shot of a cilantro leaf with water droplets

    Why Cilantro Should Be The Next Addition To Your Garden

    If you're looking for a delicious addition for your garden, you should choose cilantro. This versatile herb can enhance food in many different ways.

    By Sonora Slater 4 days ago Read More
  • Two people tending a garden

    Sunken Vs Raised Bed Garden: What's The Difference?

    If you're looking to start a garden, both sunken beds and raised beds can play an important purpose. Here's how to decide which one you need.

    By Julia Mullaney 5 days ago Read More
  • Ripe strawberries in plastic clamshell containers

    Don't Throw Out Those Plastic Berry Containers, Use Them For This Garden Hack Instead

    If you buy berries from the grocery store and enjoy gardening, make sure to hold onto the plastic containers. Here's how you can repurpose them for your plants.

    By Ashlen Wilder 5 days ago Read More
  • vintage colander

    Keep That Old Colander Around For This Genius Gardening Hack

    Want to start a mini herb garden or create a hanging fruit basket of home-grown strawberries? Here's how to repurpose a colander into a planter.

    By Jessica Riggio 5 days ago Read More
  • Swiss chard greens growing in healthy soil

    Why You Can't Just Use Dirt From Your Backyard To Grow A Vegetable Garden

    Thinking of planting some veggies using your backyard dirt? Don't do it. Dirt from your backyard most likely won't work for growing a garden.

    By Ashlen Wilder 5 days ago Read More
  • Coffee bean bags with a plant in the background

    The Genius Way To Upcycle Empty Coffee Bags In The Garden

    If you drink coffee, you probably generate a lot of empty coffee bags. Here's an ingenious way to upcycle these sturdy, waterproof bags in your garden.

    By Dhruv Trivedi 5 days ago Read More
  • a hori hori knife in a garden

    This Japanese Tool Is The Secret To Easier Gardening, And It's Cheap To Pick Up Online

    This multipurpose, inexpensive Japanese gardening tool is everything that you need to help make all your gardening projects so much easier.

    By Demi Phillips 6 days ago Read More
  • Hummingbird at a feeder

    This Overripe Fruit Is The Key To Attracting Hummingbirds To Your Garden

    Want to have more hummingbirds visiting your garden? Don't throw out this overripe fruit; here's how to use it to attract these birds to your yard.

    By Julia Mullaney 6 days ago Read More
  • seedling in a store

    Don't Overlook Aldi For Affordable Plants For Your Garden

    Get your spring gardening started at Aldi, which often has a garden section stocked with affordable seeds, perennials, and herb and veggie seedlings.

    By Jessica Riggio 6 days ago Read More
  • hands planting seeds for growing

    Do Garden Seeds Ever Expire?

    Gardening is a peaceful hobby that gives back with lovely flowers and delicious food. If you've got a stash of seeds, you may want to know if they expire.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 7 days ago Read More
  • Plastic mesh sack of onions

    Stop Throwing Out Old Onion Sacks And Use Them To Upgrade Your Veggie Garden

    If you have big mesh produce bags for onions and whatnot lying around, don't toss them. Use them to upgrade your vegetable garden with this easy hack.

    By Ashlen Wilder 7 days ago Read More
  • a person repots basil in a clay pot next to other herbs

    For More Flavorful Basil, Make Sure To Plant This Nearby

    If you're growing basil in your indoor herb garden, make sure to sow this other herb close by. It can help basil grow into a healthy and more flavorful plant.

    By Sonora Slater 7 days ago Read More
  • Coffee grounds coming out of an espresso machine.

    Stop Throwing Out Coffee Grounds And Use Them For This Pest Control Hack Instead

    If you find yourself with annoying pests in your kitchen, there's a natural remedy that you might consider before giving up and calling the professionals.

    By Stevie Shaughnessey 8 days ago Read More
  • tobacco hornworm crawling on plant

    16 Hacks For Getting Rid Of Pests In Your Vegetable Garden

    Your vegetable garden may be your pride and joy, but it's also a magnet for a variety of pests. Check out our best hacks for controlling pests in your garden.

    By Sarah Moore 8 days ago Read More
  • Hand with a small tick crawling over it

    You Probably Already Have This Tick-Repelling Ingredient In Your Kitchen

    Gardening can be pure joy up until tick season arrives, when these parasitic arachnids make harvesting your crops a drag. Use this ingredient to make repellant.

    By Ashlen Wilder 10 days ago Read More
  • rooftop herb garden in summer

    15 Easiest Herbs To Grow In Your Garden This Summer

    Looking to add fresh flavor to your meals with minimal effort? From mint to sage to thyme, discover the easiest herbs to grow in your garden.

    By Sarah Moore 10 days ago Read More
  • tomatoes and basil growing together

    15 Best Things To Plant Alongside Your Tomatoes

    From pests to root rot to other issues, tomatoes need TLC, but we asked the experts which are the best companion plants to help them grow.

    By Sarah Moore 10 days ago Read More
  • Vegetable Scraps Collage

    Don't Throw Away These 11 Veggie Scraps, Plant Them Instead

    Next time you're working with veggies in the kitchen and have a lot of scrap laying around, consider planting them! Here are 11 veggie scraps you can plant.

    By Melyssa Holik 10 days ago Read More
  • woman reading book in chair surrounded by flowers

    How To Prepare Your Garden When You're Going On Vacation

    Before you go on vacation, you need to take care of your garden first. Use our tips to make a list of all the garden tasks you should do before you leave.

    By Sarah Moore 11 days ago Read More
  • coffee grounds added to plants

    Why You Need To Cover Your Lawn In Coffee Grounds This Summer

    If you regularly toss out your leftover coffee grounds, pause a minute, especially if you have a lawn or garden. Coffee grounds have a place in your lawn.

    By Mathieson Nishimura 11 days ago Read More
  • tomatoes growing on a vine in the sun

    Plant These Flowers Next To Your Tomatoes For A Pest-Free Garden

    Pests love eating plants, especially tomatoes. Planting these flowers next to your tomatoes will repel all the bugs that want to eat your hard-earned rewards.

    By Amanda Berkey 12 days ago Read More
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