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    12 Best Annual Flowers for Full Sun

    Dress up your sunny patio and landscape with any of these dazzling annual flowers that thrive in sun and heat.


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    How to Build a Modern Water Fountain

    Create a calming and relaxing environment right in your backyard with this modern water curtain.


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    12 Shrubs for Full Sun

    If your garden is full of sun, many great shrubs will love it, producing fabulous flowers and interesting berries.


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    How To Grow Lavender

    There are many good reasons to grow lavender. Bees love it. It smells great. And it will grow in a...


    The 6 Best Pool Vacuums, Tested and Reviewed

    Swimming pools don't clean themselves, but a great pool vacuum can make cleaning a pool much easier and...


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    11 Organic Gardening Tips for Beginners

    What's the trick to ditching synthetic chemicals and fertilizers? Use the power of nature to boost your organic garden's resilience.


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    8 Best Types of Azaleas for Your Garden

    The Azalea Society of America says there are more than 10,000 registered varieties of azaleas. Find the right one for...


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    How to Build a Vertical Garden

    Time to grow up with these plans for a vertical garden.

    This Hack Will Instantly Elevate Your Fake House Plants

    Your faux plants can look so much prettier! This TikToker shows you how to make fake plants look real with...


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    What Are GMOs? What To Know

    Soon gardeners might have to decide whether or not to go GMO. Here's what you need to know to make...


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    10 Best Evergreen Shrubs

    Evergreen shrubs can add year-round beauty to your yard and garden. Which type will you plant this spring?


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    10 Spring Container Garden Ideas

    These gorgeous spring container garden ideas show off an explosion of color and texture while celebrating warmer weather and boosting...


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    8 Wheelbarrow Planter Ideas

    Don't throw away that old, cracked wheelbarrow just yet. Here's inspiration for how to transform it into a beautiful


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    Guide To Growing Tiger Lilies

    For a pop of orange in the middle of summer, plant a tiger lily, which is easy to grow and...


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    Guide To Ranunculus Care

    Ranunculus flowers aren't just for florist's bouquets. You can grow them, too. Here's how.


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    30 Types of Weeds and How to ID Them

    Meet the most common botanical interlopers you're likely to find in your garden or vegetable patch, and learn how to...


    Scotts Elite Spreader: Complete Buyers Guide with Reviews

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

    17 Gifts for Gardeners Guaranteed to Please

    The best gifts for gardeners are more than practical, they’re artful. Impress anyone with a green thumb with...


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    10 Types of Lilies To Grow in Your Garden

    There are so many types of lilies, it can be hard to choose. Here's help deciding which ones will grow...


    Edge out the Competition with the Sharpal Knife Sharpener for Lawn Mower Blades (and Much More)

    The Sharpal Knife Sharpener makes your life easier—it sharpens lawn mower blades, knives and tools quickly.


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    10 Green Flowers To Grow in Your Garden

    Green flowers are not common. Plant them in your gardens as eye-catching stunners that blend in beautifully with the rest...


    5 Best Sleeping Bags for Camping Comfortably

    Ready to pack it in? These are the best sleeping bags for camping by car or backpack.


    11 Winter Hats to Keep You Warm Through the Season’s Chill

    Whether you’re working outdoors, walking your dog, visiting the farmer’s market or packing for a ski trip, you’ll...

    11 Best Weekend Bags for Camping Trips

    Not all bags are designed for rugged travel! You need a sturdy weekend bag for camping, hiking, road trips or...


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    Ego String Trimmer Review: Embracing the Powerload Feature for Effortless Weed Eating

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


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    9 Outdoor Sink Ideas

    Once you install an outdoor sink, you'll wonder how you ever lived without one! Check out these cool store-bought and...


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    What Is a Keystone Plant and How Does It Support Wildlife?

    Keystone plants nurture an incredible amount of bird, insect and wildlife diversity. Here's why these ecosystem heroes should be in...


    18 Gifts for Hikers at Any Level

    Need a present for someone who loves the great outdoors? Here are some of our favorite gifts for...


    How to Grow Elephant Garlic

    This trendy allium is easy to grow and delicious to cook with.