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15 Toxic Plants You May Already Have at Home

When it comes to houseplants, sometimes the beautiful can be itchy—or deadly.


How to Grow Strawberries Inside and Out

Learning how to grow strawberries is within reach, regardless of space and expertise.


Everything You Need to Know About Pruning Pepper Plants

This simple trick for pruning pepper plants (aka topping pepper plants) can help them bear more fruit.


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13 Best Mulch Tips and Tricks

From hauling mulch to picking the right type for your garden, this collection of tips and tricks will improve your...



11 Succulents That Will Attract Pollinators

Succulents provide food and nectar for pollinators. Watch a bee, butterfly or bird land on a succulent and witness a...


How to Make Compost at Home to Enrich Your Garden

Here's everything you need to know about how to make compost at home.


Why Are Some Trees Painted White?

Ever wondered why some trees are painted white? There's a reason behind it!

How to Use Hot Pepper Spray for Plants in Your Garden

The rabbits love your garden as much as you do! This hot pepper spray for plants is a safe, cheap...


What I Wish I Knew Before Planting My Succulent Garden

The key to a happy succulent garden is thoughtful planning and preparation.


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Growing Kalanchoe Indoors and Out

A popular houseplant, kalanchoe boasts long-lasting flowers and interesting foliage. Get tips for growing kalanchoe indoors and out.


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What’s the Difference Between Mock Strawberry and Wild Strawberry Plants?

Tricked by a mock strawberry plant in the backyard? Here's how to tell them apart from the sweet and juicy...


These Color-Changing Peonies Will Light Up Your Garden

You've never seen peonies like this before.


19 of the Best Grilling Accessories Amazon Customers Love

No backyard BBQ is complete without these grilling accessories Amazon customers adore.


This Easy S’mores Board Is Perfect for Summer Nights

Your s'mores board really only needs three ingredients: graham crackers, chocolate and marshmallows.


32 Flower Meanings, from Aster to Zinnia

Learn these flower meanings before you send a bouquet. (Better safe than sorry!)


‘Candy Crush’ Hibiscus Flowers Will Make Your Garden Even Sweeter

The bright pink color will be the highlight of your summer garden.

How to Start Plants in Mini ‘Milk Jug Greenhouses’

You can grow plants in milk jugs! Here's what to do.


Breeo X Series 19: We’re Obsessed with This Smokeless Fire Pit

It might sound like an oxymoron, but we assure you this smokeless fire pit is very real and very awesome.



This Is What the Color of Your Garden Soil Means

For healthy plants, keep an eye on the soil color.




If You See a Purple Porch Light, This Is What It Means

People use colored lights to bring awareness to a plethora of different issues. Here's the meaning of purple porch lights.


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If You See a Green Porch Light, This Is What It Means

What does a green porch light mean? You may see them around your neighborhood for a very specific reason.


What’s a Bottle Tree—and How Do I Make One?

Bold, recycled and ideal for anyone with a not-so-green thumb, bottle trees are a Southern tradition with deep roots.


10 Pretty Planters That Make It Easy to Grow an Indoor Herb Garden

Stop overbuying fresh herbs only to watch them spoil in the fridge. Instead, get an indoor herb planter and grow...


How To Garden with Perlite Potting Soil

Perlite, a natural wonder born from volcanoes, is an inexpensive soil additive that will help your garden plants grow faster...