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Pumpkin growing on trellis overhead

You can grow pumpkins vertically – give these methods a try!

You can grow pumpkins vertically – give these methods a try!

Despite their weight, pumpkins can grow vertically. Here's how to get them started for a harvest full of healthy gourds.
Close-up of a red hibiscus flower

The best sprays to keep pests off your delicate hibiscus plants

The best sprays to keep pests off your delicate hibiscus plants

Hibiscus plants can be delicate, so it's important to pick the best pest control spray. Here are our picks.
A dogwood tree with white flowers in a field

How to plant and care for a dogwood tree

How to plant and care for a dogwood tree

Have you always wanted a dogwood tree in your yard? Here's how to make that happen.
A brown circle of dead grass

How to fix yellow spots in grass so your yard is the pride of the neighborhood once more

How to fix yellow spots in grass so your yard is the pride of the neighborhood once more

You might be embarrassed by those ugly yellow spots in your grass, but have no fear! Here are our tips to make your lawn green and gorgeous again.
Palm tree on a beach

What you need to know about palm tree care and maintenance

What you need to know about palm tree care and maintenance

If you want to add tropical vibes to your landscape, here's everything you need to know about caring for palm trees.
A pair of ladybugs on a leaf

Should you use ladybugs as a pest control method?

Should you use ladybugs as a pest control method?

Ladybugs can help you control aphids in your garden. Here's what you need to know about using them as a pest control method.
Brown snail on green fruit

Is Epsom salt good for controlling garden pests?

Is Epsom salt good for controlling garden pests?

Pests love to invade your garden, but a solution is Epsom salt. We discuss why this would be great protection for your garden.
Coral Knock Out rose

5 amazing companion plants for Knock Out roses (and 3 you should skip)

5 amazing companion plants for Knock Out roses (and 3 you should skip)

Here are the flowers, vegetables, and shrubs that you should — and shouldn't — plant with Knock Out roses.
Fiddle leaf fig

How to get rid of fungus gnats: 5 ways to eliminate your gnat problem

How to get rid of fungus gnats: 5 ways to eliminate your gnat problem

Fungus gnats can be persistent with your indoor plants. Read this guide to find out how to get rid of them and keep them from coming back.
Freshly mowed lawn with a white push mower

Complete guide to red thread lawn disease: How to keep your yard lush and green

Complete guide to red thread lawn disease: How to keep your yard lush and green

Don't let your lawn be susceptible to red thread lawn disease. Learn how to control and treat it.
Grass with dew on it

How often should you water your grass seeds? Here’s what we know

How often should you water your grass seeds? Here’s what we know

Growing grass from seed can be challenging -- don't blow it by watering incorrectly.
Freshly cut watermelon slices

When should you harvest watermelon? What you need to know

When should you harvest watermelon? What you need to know

Watermelon size doesn't always tell you the whole story. Sometimes you should pick earlier or later than you think.
basil potted plant

Does basil repel mosquitoes? We tested it to find out

Does basil repel mosquitoes? We tested it to find out

Basil: Does it really repel mosquitos? We dig into the facts to find out.
A rose plant with bright yellow blooms

Black spots on roses are signs of a fungus – here’s how to get rid of it

Black spots on roses are signs of a fungus – here’s how to get rid of it

Are your roses infected with black spot disease? Here's how to treat the fungus and get your roses back into beautiful form.
Jalapeno harvest

Growing jalapeños from seed to harvest: Your complete guide

Growing jalapeños from seed to harvest: Your complete guide

Learn how to grow jalapeños from seed for a successful harvest. Here's your simple guide.
A chrysanthemum plant with several round, reddish-pink flowers

Everything you need to know about permethrin garden spray, what it does, and how it helps your garden

Everything you need to know about permethrin garden spray, what it does, and how it helps your garden

What is permethrin garden spray, and what can it do for your plants? We've got the answers to all your questions about this useful garden staple.
Jasmine flowers

Jasmine plant care made easy: How to grow and maintain these beautiful, fragrant plants

Jasmine plant care made easy: How to grow and maintain these beautiful, fragrant plants

Jasmine plants are a lovely and aromatic addition to every garden. Here's how to help them be their best.
Predatory mite

How to get rid of red spider mites in your garden without breaking the bank or the environment

How to get rid of red spider mites in your garden without breaking the bank or the environment

Red spider mites can do serious damage to your garden. Here's how to identify them and stop them before they get out of control.
Blades of grass

Zoysia vs. Bermuda grass: Which one should you choose for your yard?

Zoysia vs. Bermuda grass: Which one should you choose for your yard?

Not sure whether you should choose zoysia or Bermuda grass? Here's a guide that will help you decide between them.
Tomatoes on a tomato plant

Are you asking, ‘Why is my tomato plant wilting?’ Here’s how to be the hero in your garden

Are you asking, ‘Why is my tomato plant wilting?’ Here’s how to be the hero in your garden

Don't lose your tomatoes to overwatering, diseases, or pests. Here's how to save your wilting tomato plants.
Lettuce on a cutting board

Keep your salad fresh all year long – how to harvest lettuce so it keeps growing back

Keep your salad fresh all year long – how to harvest lettuce so it keeps growing back

Lettuce is an easy-to-grow garden staple. Here's how to properly harvest lettuce so it keeps growing back.
Three garlic bulbs with some garlic cloves next to them

What pests does garlic keep away? What you need to know about this natural pest control

What pests does garlic keep away? What you need to know about this natural pest control

Annoyed by the pests in your garden but looking for a natural solution? You'll be surprised how effective a garlic spray can be.
Two cucumbers growing from a vine on the ground, with a yellow flower in front

Is a cucumber a fruit or a vegetable? The answer might surprise you

Is a cucumber a fruit or a vegetable? The answer might surprise you

Most people know by now that tomatoes are technically fruits, but what about cucumbers? Here's what we know about this staple fruit/vegetable.
Lettuce growing in hanging baskets

5 incredible hanging vegetable basket plants for your home garden

5 incredible hanging vegetable basket plants for your home garden

Not all vegetables flourish in hanging baskets, so check out some of the best types to grow in your floating garden.
mowing with a reel mower

Push lawnmower vs. electric mower: Which one is best for you?

Push lawnmower vs. electric mower: Which one is best for you?

Are push or electric lawnmowers better? Here's how to choose the right one for your lawn.
A pair of ladybugs on a leaf

Will ladybugs eat spider mites? What to know about the cutest natural pest control

Will ladybugs eat spider mites? What to know about the cutest natural pest control

Spider mites can be a super-frustrating pest. Here's what you should know about using ladybugs to get rid of a spider mite infestation.
Japanese maple tree

How to prune a Japanese maple, and when to do it for the best results

How to prune a Japanese maple, and when to do it for the best results

Whether it's major pruning or more fine tuning, here are some tips on how to get your Japanese maple to look just right.
placing pressed flowers in a frame

Wondering what to do with dead flowers? Our favorite ways to give them new life

Wondering what to do with dead flowers? Our favorite ways to give them new life

Your fresh-cut flowers can still be beautiful after they wilt. Here are some great suggestions for what to do with them.
Pile of bell peppers

Wondering if peppers are fruits or vegetables? We have your answers

Wondering if peppers are fruits or vegetables? We have your answers

If you've ever wondered if peppers are fruits or vegetables, we have the specific answers here in this guide.
A cluster of ripened tomatoes

Do tomatoes need full sun to thrive? What you need to know

Do tomatoes need full sun to thrive? What you need to know

Tomatoes: Do they need full sun? How much sun? What kind of sunlight is best? We tell you what you need to know.
Strawberries being grown vertically

Can you grow strawberries in a vertical garden?

Can you grow strawberries in a vertical garden?

Growing strawberries in a vertical garden is an exciting new trend. Learn how to grow them in the most efficient way possible. 
Close up of a yellow hibiscus flower

How to keep hibiscus blooming: What you should know about deadheading

How to keep hibiscus blooming: What you should know about deadheading

Should you deadhead your hibiscus blooms? Here's what you should know
garlic bulbs and cloves

Does using garlic spray as an insecticide really work? What you need to know

Does using garlic spray as an insecticide really work? What you need to know

Is garlic spray an effective natural insecticide? We did the research to get the answers you need.
Assorted dehydrated fruit pieces

How to store home-dried fruit so you can enjoy it for months to come

How to store home-dried fruit so you can enjoy it for months to come

Did you dry fruit at home? Here's how long it will all keep.
prolong roses life red white vase

How to make your roses last longer

How to make your roses last longer

How long should your roses last? Find out and learn how keep them alive longer with these tips.