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CobraHead vs. Grampa’s Weeder: Which Gardening Tool Is Right for You?

To see which is the best weeding tool, we put the long-handle CobraHead weeder and cultivator and Grampa's Weeder against each other in the garden.

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...


Power King Chipper Shredder: A Beast of a Chipper

The Power King Chipper is called a beast for a reason—it quickly shreds your brush pile in a...


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...


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...

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Cut Through Yard Work with This Stihl Cordless Pruning Saw

Kiss those hand-cramping pruners, shears and loopers goodbye. Try this Family Handyman Approved battery operated pruner instead.


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Stay Shady with This Family Handyman Approved Sun Shirt

Have some fun in the sun wearing this Family Handyman Approved work shirt with built-in UV protection.

The Best Multitool for Big Jobs? Check Out the Zippo AxeSaw

This Family Handyman Approved multi-tool is the master of the campground, the yard and more!


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Toro Timemaster 30 inch Lawn Mower Review

Want to trim the time it takes to mow your grass? The Toro Timemaster 30 Lawn Mower will do the...


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No Job Is too Tough for Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap

A fiercely degreasing hand soap that's still gentle on your skin?  Give this Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap a...


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Dump Your Wheelbarrow for the Family Handyman Approved Gorilla Carts Dump Cart

Need to move and dump mulch, soil or heavy stones? This product from Gorilla Carts is a step up from...

How to Care for Chrysanthemums: 6 Things You Need to Know About Mums

It's autumn and that means it's time to show off a garden full of mums! Here's how to care for...


7 Versatile Weed Wacker Parts and Attachments

Turn your string trimmer into an entirely different tool with these game-changing attachments.


If You See White Stuff on Your Mulch, This is What it Means

Don't let the icky appearance deceive you—that white stuff on mulch can be beneficial to your landscape.


4 Best Hedge Trimmer Attachments

Your hedge trimmer can do so much more. These attachments will add new functionality to this already useful tool.


5 Best Digging Shovels of 2022

Take a look at some of the best shovels available in 2022 no matter what kind of digging you have...

5 Best Hatchets and Axes of 2022

Looking to fell a tree or need a chopping tool for your next camping trip? Whatever the job, we've got...


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5 Best Yard Carts of 2022

Save your back with one of these yard carts, perfect for hauling heavy items.


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30 Low-Light Indoor Plants That Thrive in Near Darkness

These low-light houseplants thrive without direct sunlight, so now you can have a touch of Mother Nature in every corner...


10 Best Camping Knives

Every good camper needs a dependable knife, one that can handle a wide range of tasks. Here are some of...


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Best Potting Soil for Every Type of Plant

If your plants are growing in a pot or container, you need potting soil. Here are our picks for the...


How to Split Hostas

Splitting hostas will make for a healthier plant and will propagate new plants. Here's when, and how, you split hostas.


The Benefits of Planting Hostas

Hostas boast vibrant foliage, are drought tolerant and grow practically anywhere. But those aren't their only benefits.

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Should You Cut Wet Grass After it Rains?

We address the age-old dilemma of whether to cut wet grass or wait until it dries.


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10 Landscaping and Gardening Myths You Need to Stop Believing

A lot of good gardening advice has been passed down through the generations, but some erroneous recommendations have trickled down...


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The Best Wheelbarrows of 2022

Tired of the same wobbly, scratched-up wheelbarrow? Upgrade to one of these 11 innovative models, with some of the most...


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Why Hostas Attract Hummingbirds

Hummingbirds and hostas are both treasured by gardeners. See why they go well together.


Top Experts Reveal the 30 Must-Have Garden Products

Gear up for gardening with one of these amazing garden tools.