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  • 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 18 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 19 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 19 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 20 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 21 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 21 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 21 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 22 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 22 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 22 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 23 days ago Read More
  • flowers on salad of eggs and mixed greens

    16 Edible Flowers You Should Be Growing In Your Garden

    Adding edible flowers is a great way to decorate your meals. They can be hard to find in stores, but some edible flowers you can easily grow in your garden.

    By Sarah Moore 24 days ago Read More
  • A mature root beer or hoja santa plant (Piper auritum) with bright green, broad leaves, growing in a field.

    Can You Grow A Root Beer Plant At Home? What To Know

    Soda lovers who enjoy the taste of root beer might be interested to know that there's a plant that tastes like the beverage. But can it be grown at home?

    By Andy Hume 25 days ago Read More
  • Young tomato plants in pots

    What's The Easiest Tomato Variety For Beginners To Grow?

    If you're getting into gardening this spring, you might want to stick to vegetables that are beginner-friendly. Luckily, this variety of tomato is easy to grow.

    By Tony Cooper 25 days ago Read More
  • Seedlings growing by window indoors

    If You're Starting An Indoor Vegetable Garden For The First Time, Avoid Growing These Foods

    It's never too late to grow your first indoor garden. But if you're a beginner, there are certain less-forgiving crops you'll want to avoid.

    By Jackson Williams 25 days ago Read More
  • a pile of empty plastic water bottles

    Don't Just Throw Out Those Empty Plastic Water Bottles, Use Them For Your Garden Instead

    If you have some empty plastic water bottles, it's best to reuse them instead of just tossing them. Here's how to use empty bottles in your garden.

    By Jaime Jacques 26 days ago Read More
  • Two women working in a garden

    Starting A Veggie Garden This Summer? Don't Make This Rookie Mistake

    Though it can be an incredibly rewarding project to undertake, planting a vegetable garden can get off to a rough start if you make this key mistake.

    By Amanda Berkey 27 days ago Read More
  • Person planting a vegetable plant in a container

    No Garden Space? No Problem. These 16 Veggies Can Be Grown In A Pot

    You don't need a ton of space to start a garden. Many plants, especially certain types of vegetables, can grow pretty well in a container garden.

    By Sara Klimek 27 days ago Read More
  • Variety of garden decor available at Costco on a green lawn

    13 Stylish Pieces Of Garden Decor You Can Find At Costco

    Looking to spruce up your backyard, patio, or garden space for summer parties? We've rounded up the best Costco garden decor according to customer reviews.

    By Sarah Bisacca 27 days ago Read More
  • Pouring water into coffee filter

    Keep Your Indoor Plants Mess-Free With This Coffee Filter Hack

    If your indoor plants tend to get a little messy, this coffee filter hack could be exactly what you need to keep soil and water where they're supposed to be.

    By Jonathan Kesh 27 days ago Read More
  • Two large cherry tomato plants and other small pots sit on a white cart next to a window

    5 Of The Biggest Mistakes You Make When Trying To Grow Vegetables Indoors

    When growing vegetables inside, there are several common mistakes that first time gardeners tend to make. Here's how to avoid them.

    By Molly Wilson 28 days ago Read More
  • Removing weed from vegetable garden

    Prevent Weeds In Your Vegetable Garden With This Natural Weed Killer That's Probably In Your Pantry

    Weeds can wreak havoc on your lovingly nurtured vegetable garden. Luckily, you can easily make a natural weed-killer with ingredients already in your kitchen.

    By Jackson Williams 28 days ago Read More
  • person picking garlic from the store

    Can You Plant Grocery Store Garlic And Grow Your Own?

    Ever thought of planting those store-bought garlic cloves to grow a thriving garlic garden in your home? Read this before getting started.

    By Shriya Swaminathan 28 days ago Read More
  • Senior woman watering her plants on kitchen counter

    This Genius Paper Towel Hack Keeps Your Indoor Plants Watered When You're Away From Home

    Leaving for a few days, but worried about your plants having enough water? This simple trick allows your plants to practically water themselves.

    By Emmy Schneider-Green 29 days ago Read More
  • Person holding a plastic clamshell container

    Don't Throw Out Plastic Takeout Containers: The Genius Way To Use Them In Your Garden

    If you have any clear clamshell containers from leftovers, don't toss them out. Here's how you can repurpose them for growing your own fruits and veggies.

    By Sonora Slater 29 days ago Read More
  • Closeup of green onion bundles at the grocery store

    How To Regrow Green Onions From The Store

    It's easy to grow your own supply of green onions from a store-bought bunch. Here's how you can regrow them depending on how long you want to keep them around.

    By Kim Ranjbar 30 days ago Read More
  • A closeup of a head of lettuce in a field

    Don't Throw Away Your Lettuce Butt, Regrow It Instead

    Plants are incredible things, able to grow in shocking circumstances. That includes your lettuce butt, which you should regrow instead of chucking.

    By Andy Hume 30 days ago Read More
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