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Here’s Why Mowing Leaves Is Better Than Raking Them

Mulching leaves is better for your yard, your back and your budget

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10 Easiest Plants To Overwinter

Overwintering tender annuals and tropical plants is a great way to keep your favorites from one season to the next.


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13 Brilliant Fertilizing Tips and Tricks

Fertilizing is key to a luscious, healthy lawn and garden, and these tips will make a big difference.


2022 Halloween Home and Décor Trends

Although many people love decorating for Christmas, others go all out decking the house for Halloween. These tips will help...


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What to Do Within the First Year After Moving Into Your New Home

When you move into your new home, there are a number of cleaning tasks, basic projects and upgrades to consider....

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Yard Safety Tips for Commonly Used Equipment

Injuries can occur if the right safety precautions aren't adhered to while using lawn and garden equipment. Here are simple...


The Most Essential Products for New Homeowners

From cleaning supplies to tools, here's a list of everything you'll need for your new home.

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When Should I Fertilize My Lawn?

The more you know, the more your grass will grow. Here are the best ways to maximize your lawn fertilization...


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20 Home Renovations That Instantly Increase Your Home Value

These are the top renovations that increase home value. Some are easy and inexpensive updates that you can do over...


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How to Create the Ultimate Hummingbird Habitat in Your Backyard

The key to the tiny flier’s heart is through its stomach. Make your backyard a sugar-water hot spot with these...


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20 Things to Consider When Buying a Lawn Mower

There's lots to consider when it comes time to buy a lawn mower


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How to Get Rid of Clover in Lawn

Mowing over clover may seem like a quick fix, but it always grows back. The following tips will show you...


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17 Great Tips for Landscaping Your Backyard

Adding walls and paths made of stone or brick to your landscape transforms it into something truly special. Here's a...


12 Tricked-Out Lawn Mowers You Need to See

Whether you want your machine to go faster or have more style, these tips for tricking out your lawn mower...

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Turn Your Fall Leaves into Free Mulch and Compost

Use fall leaves to improve soil, make free mulch and expand your garden beds.


10 Tips for Composting Your Leaves This Fall

Put your fallen leaves to work in a compost pile.


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7 Ways to Prepare Your Lawn for the Fall

Learn the best ways to prep your lawn for fall.


50 Crucial Fall Maintenance Tasks You Should Never Forget

You'll definitely regret skipping over any of these important home maintenance tasks this fall.


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20 Home Maintenance Tasks to Always Do in Fall

Prevent future headaches by doing these projects in the fall, before it gets too cold.


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Hot Tub Safety Tips for the Whole Family

Here's how to keep adults, kids and pets safe in and around a hot tub.


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11 Spreading Shrubs You’ll Regret Planting

Some are garden thugs, others are maintenance hogs or one-hit wonders. Don't bother planting these shrubs.


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What Grass Grows In Shade and How Do I Grow It?

Shady areas are terrific for keeping cool, but not necessarily for growing grass. Here are some tips to help you...

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19 Things You Should Never Do To Your Lawn

Whether you’re a green thumb or not, it’s easy to maintain a barefoot-worthy lawn with these tips.


How To Get Rid of Crabgrass

Need to defend your turf from crabgrass? Follow these tips and learn how to kill crabgrass and be one step...


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Pet Hazards In Your Yard (and How to Fix Them)

It's wonderful to see a beloved pet playing and enjoying the space of a backyard or other outdoor space. But...


7 Things You Need to Know Before Planting a Tree

Planting a tree is a wonderful investment for your property. Follow this checklist to make sure you’ve thought of everything...


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Top Tips for Maintaining an Above Ground Pool

Here are 10 above ground pool maintenance tips to help keep everything in good shape.


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What to Know About Kiddie Pools

Here are some top tips for buying, maintaining and safely using a kiddie pool.