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    Kill Your Yard’s Pests with the Wondercide Flea and Tick Spray

    Bugs bugging you? Check out the Wondercide Flea and Tick Yard Spray to eradicate your lawn's pesky visitors. 

    Reporting for Duty: The Cub Cadet Riding Mower Makes Lawn Care Easy

    The Cub Cadet Riding Mower offers long-lasting, quality performance at a budget-friendly price.


    Improve the Health of Your Yard with the Sun Joe Dethatcher

    Don’t let your grass get smothered with thatch! Use the top-rated Sun Joe Dethatcher to care for the...


    We’re the Plug for the Best Lawn Aerator

    For serious lawn care aficionados, an aerator is an ace up their sleeve. If you're ready to get serious, check...


    Best Hedge Trimmer to Groom Your Greenery

    We've rounded up some of the best hedge trimmers, along with advice on how to find the right gas or...

    Dethatcher vs. Lawn Sweeper: What’s the Difference?

    Dethatcher vs lawn sweeper: Which one do you need to get your lawn in shape? The answer can save you...


    Disperse Fertilizer Faster with the Scotts Elite Spreader

    Bigger, Better, Faster. Scotts Elite Spreader is an upgrade from the Mini and DLX spreaders. With a generous...

    The Cutting-Edge Tool Your Lawn Needs: Ego String Trimmer

    Tired of replacing your trimmer's line? Grab the Ego String Trimmer with Powerload, which makes switching the string as easy...


    How To Drain Gas From a Lawn Mower

    When a lawn mower needs to be winterized, draining the gas is an important step. This detailed guide shows you...


    How to Build a Shed: 2011 Garden Shed

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    Want to build this stellar storage shed? The full project plans are available for...


    How to Build 4 Different Styles of Path Lights

    Bollard posts are short, stout posts used around buildings or as roadway dividers. They resemble tree trunks, which are also...

    Outdoor Living Trends for 2022

    Everyone is looking for their place in the sun. Whether it's a tiny balcony or a grand three-level deck, it's...


    How to Build Custom Composite Benches

    Here's how to build maintenance-free seating out of framing lumber and composite decking.


    Homeowner’s Guide To No Mow Grass

    Hate mowing your lawn? Plant a no mow lawn and reduce that chore to once or twice a year while...


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    9 Perennials You Should Divide in Spring

    Want free spring perennials? Divide perennials in spring so you'll have more to transplant in your garden and share with...


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    Mulch vs. Rock: Which Is Best?

    Can't decide between organic mulch and rock? We discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each to help you find the...

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    What Is Canada Thistle and How Do I Get Rid of It?

    Canada thistle can be a real pain, figuratively and literally. Also known as creeping thistle or cursed thistle, it can...


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    7 Best Electric Lawn Mowers to Keep Overgrown Grass at Bay in 2023

    The best electric lawn mowers help homeowners keep their grass looking tidy while reducing emissions and maintenance time.


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    What Is Pigweed and How Do I Get Rid of It?

    Pigweed, also known as amaranth, has multiple personalities and can even be eaten! If you want to get rid of...


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    What Are Sod Webworms and How Do I Get Rid of Them?

    Sod webworms are a common nuisance in residential lawns. Sometimes they're just pesky and can be easily ignored. But they...


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    What To Do if You Have Clay Garden Soil

    Home gardeners often regard clay soil with dread. But clay soil can be beneficial to your garden — if you...


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    What Is Clay Soil?

    Everyone's heard of clay soil, but do you really know what it is? If your garden beds are clay, here's...


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    9 Vegetables To Plant in Winter

    For much of the U.S., there's no need to shut down the garden once winter rolls in. Here's what to...


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    Homeowner’s Guide To Garden Soil Treatment for the Winter

    In winter, your garden can still be working, creating rich beds for spring planting. From compost to cover crops, here...


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    The Best Summer Color Plants for Northern Gardeners

    Let's plan a garden! Here's a look at 12 of the best hardy plants that survive Northern winters and bloom...

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    What Is Subsoil and How Does It Help a Garden?

    Learn about subsoil's role in your garden's success and how to make it healthier.


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    9 Adaptive Tools To Make Gardening With Disabilities Easier

    Gardening can be relaxing and therapeutic. These adaptive gardening tools help those with limitations enjoy their time in the garden.


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    4 Innovative Camping Lanterns and Emergency Lights

    Whether you're heading out with your tent or prepping for the next power outage, these camping lanterns and emergency lights...


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    Gardener’s Guide To Soil Horizons

    From topsoil to bedrock, soil horizons are like a textbook for determining your soil's health and how to optimize it...


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    Smokeless Fire Pit Maintenance Tips

    Learn how you can keep your smokeless fire pit in top shape for years of enjoyable, smoke-free gatherings.


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    When Is the Best Time of Year for a Soil Test?

    Knowing what's in your dirt is an easy way to green up your thumb, but the test isn't a no-brainer....