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  • lush oregano leaves

    The Indoor Gardening Mistake That's Ruining Your Oregano

    Having a hard time keeping your indoor oregano plant happy? There are two things to look out for when caring for this herb, but this common mistake is killer.

    By Jessica Riggio 1 day ago Read More
  • A person planting a seedling in the garden

    15 Unexpected Ingredients In Your Kitchen That'll Also Fertilize Your Garden

    Buying fertilizer for your garden can get expensive. There are many ingredients you might have in your kitchen that can give your plants the same nutrients.

    By Katie Melynn 1 day ago Read More
  • Hands with gloves holding bunch of carrots and beets in a garden

    What Is Intercropping? (And Why Your Vegetable Garden Probably Needs It)

    If you're starting a vegetable garden, you may want to try the age-old method of intercropping. Here's how and why this approach to growing crops is impactful.

    By Jaime Jacques 2 days ago Read More
  • Cans of Illy coffe displayed on a store shelf in Romania.

    Don't Throw Out That Old Coffee Can: The Clever Way To Reuse It When Gardening

    Coffee is what gets many of us out of bed in the morning, so coffee cans can stack up in the kitchen. Instead of tossing them, try reusing them in the garden.

    By Georgina Jedikovska 2 days ago Read More
  • Labeled herb garden

    This Grilling Tool Also Works Wonders For Organizing A Garden

    Keeping your garden organized only gets harder the bigger your garden becomes. This grilling tool can work wonders in helping you stay organized.

    By Sara Traynor 2 days ago Read More
  • Hands arranging soil around a tomato plant in a pot.

    Yes, You Can Grow More Tomatoes From Store-Bought Tomatoes. Here's How

    If you've got a leftover store-bought tomato, you can actually grow more tomato plants from its seeds. Here's how to plant and grow the fruit yourself.

    By Tim Forster 2 days ago Read More
  • garden with cabbage, lettuce, kale, and other veggies

    5 Veggies That Will Thrive In Your Shade Garden

    If your garden gets more shade than sunlight, you might think you can't grow good vegetables. Turns out, at least five veggies are perfect for shade gardens.

    By Andrew Amelinckx 3 days ago Read More
  • gardener with glove fertilizing a pepper plant

    Why Timing Is So Essential When It Comes To Planting Peppers

    Figuring out the best time to plant pepper seeds or seedlings is a crucial step you shouldn't overlook when you want a fresh pepper harvest in the summer.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 3 days ago Read More
  • a garden row of beet seedlings

    Don't Throw Out That Spent Paper Towel Roll. Use It For This Gardening Hack Instead

    If you're starting a garden, whenever you finish a roll of paper towels, set the tube aside. Here's how the spent roll can be used for a genius gardening hack.

    By Demi Phillips 3 days ago Read More
  • Two hands dropping vegetable seeds into dirt

    The Genius Hack That Makes Planting Tiny Vegetable Seeds A Breeze

    If you're struggling to pick up and plant tiny vegetable seeds individually, you should try this hack for easy planting when you're in the garden.

    By David Bugg 3 days ago Read More
  • Farmer harvesting and holding sunflower seeds

    How To Know When Sunflower Seeds Are Ready To Be Harvested For A Protein-Packed Snack

    Not only are sunflowers a pretty garden addition, but their seeds are perfect for sweet and savory preparations. Here's when to harvest them for prime snacking.

    By Jessica Riggio 3 days ago Read More
  • pouring beer into a trap, with a snail smelling it

    You Can Use Beer To Keep Slugs And Snails Out Of Your Garden For Good

    That pint of beer chilling in your fridge is all it takes to get rid of the pests in your home garden. Here's how to set up a successful beer trap.

    By Jaime Jacques 4 days ago Read More
  • blackberries in a strainer

    Don't Throw Out That Old Strainer. Use It For This Genius Garden Hack Instead

    When your strainer has seen its last days, don't throw it out, especially not if you garden. Instead of tossing it, use it for this ingenious garden hack.

    By Jessica Riggio 4 days ago Read More
  • Hand selecting a pineapple at the grocery store

    One Store-Bought Pineapple (And 16 Months) Is All You Need To Have An Abundance Of The Tropical Fruit

    Fans of pineapple, you can have your own supply of this sweet, tropical treat starting with one store-bought pineapple and 16 months or so of waiting.

    By Amanda Berkey 4 days ago Read More
  • Woman watering tomato plants

    Don't Throw Out Your Leftover Cooking Water. Use It For Your Garden Instead

    Leftover cooking water typically gets tossed, but your garden may be the perfect spot to repurpose it. Here's how to use it for your plants (and when not to).

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 4 days ago Read More
  • A lightly browned banana peel in a garden compost

    10 Useful Ways To Use Banana In Your Garden

    Looking for creative ways to use up overripe bananas? The fruit and its peel can be used in your garden to improve soil, deter pests, and fertilize plants.

    By Claire Hsu 5 days ago Read More
  • Row of apple trees

    3 Fruit Trees That Are Perfect For Beginner Gardeners

    Walking out into your yard and plucking fresh fruit from a tree sounds like a fantasy, but you can make it your reality, and it's easier than you think.

    By Sara Traynor 6 days ago Read More
  • Vegetable garden with trellises

    What Is A Trellis And Does Your Vegetable Garden Need One?

    A trellis can be a game changer for certain garden plants and veggies, but do the crops you're growing in your yard require this extra support?

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 10 days ago Read More
  • Mushroom sprouting from the ground

    Why Mushrooms Keep Sprouting In Your Garden (And What To Do About It)

    If your garden or backyard is prone to mushrooms, this could actually be a good sign for your yard, but you can certainly remove them, too.

    By David Bugg 11 days ago Read More
  • Woman planting in her garden

    To Keep Pests Out Of Your Garden, Give Your Veggies A Little Breathing Room

    This vegetable gardening technique can help you prevent pests and keep your plants thriving; here's how to plan a garden layout that gives your veggies space.

    By David Bugg 12 days ago Read More
  • wasp on watermelon

    This Pungent Ingredient Will Help Keep Wasps Far Away From Your BBQ All Summer Long

    Want to repel wasps naturally? One of the best ways to do it might just be with an ingredient you probably already have in your pantry; here's how.

    By Jessica Riggio 12 days ago Read More
  • black ants on a damaged green leaf

    Why Ants In Your Garden Is A Potential Huge Red Flag

    Gardening is a great hobby for many reasons, but if you're seeing ants in your garden, something could be very wrong. Here's what you need to know.

    By Allie Fasanella 13 days ago Read More
  • cherries on the tree

    Want To Grow Your Own Fruit But Have Limited Space? A Fruit Salad Tree Might Be The Answer

    Fruit salad trees produce anywhere from four to eight different types of fruits, yielding a varied cocktail of a harvest. And you can even grow them in pots.

    By Jessica Riggio 13 days ago Read More
  • close up of monarch butterfly and aster flower

    Harmful Insects Ruining Your Vegetable Garden? Attracting More Might Be The Solution

    If your vegetable garden is overrun with pests that are eating the fruits (or veggies) of your labor, attracting more insects just might be the solution.

    By Jaime Jacques 13 days ago Read More
  • Ina Garten speaking at a microphone

    Ina Garten Reveals The Easy Gardening Tip That Keeps Mint Under Control

    In addition to whipping up magnificent creations in the kitchen, Ina Garten spends a lot of time gardening. Here's how she keeps her mint under control.

    By Andy Hume 13 days ago Read More
  • a tomato with pest damage

    Keep Bugs Out Of Your Garden With One Genius Tool From Your Kitchen Sink

    Gardening is a wonderful hobby that brings peace, beautiful flowers, and delicious ingredients... if you can keep the bugs out. Use this tool to keep them out.

    By Allie Fasanella 14 days ago Read More
  • 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 17 days ago Read More
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