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A man cutting down a tree.
Selling Trees on Your Land for Lumber

 
Photo of a hedge apple.
What Are Hedge Apples Good For?

 
Bee on Hummingbird Feeder
Keeping Bees Out of a Hummingbird Feeder

 
Salt and Vinegar Weed Killer Recipe
Salt and Vinegar Weed Killer Recipe

 
Perennials
Cutting Back Perennials in the Fall

 
Picture of garden mulch.
Getting Rid of Mold on Mulch

 
Deer in a garden
Homemade Deer Repellents

 
Closeup of blue flowering creeping charlie.
Getting Rid of Ground Ivy (Creeping Charlie)

 
Homemade Weed Killer Recipes
Homemade Weed Killer Recipes

 
Webworms on a Pecan Trees
Getting Rid of Webworms on Pecan Trees

 
Crepe Myrtle branch with blossoms
Starting a Crape Myrtle from a Cutting

 
Patchy unhealthy lawn.
Homemade Lawn Fertilizer Recipes

 
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Rock Background with Weeds
Getting Rid of Weeds in Rocks

 
Ants herding aphids on a tree branch.
Keeping Ants Off Trees and Shrubs

 
Hydrangea Not Blooming
Hydrangea Not Blooming

 
Weeds Between Bricks
Preventing and Killing Weeds Between Bricks

 
Orange Chrysanthemums
Growing Chrysanthemums...

 
Weeds Between Pavers
Removing Weeds Between Pavers

 
Butterfly Eggs
Identifying Insect Eggs

 
Photo of a large weeping willow tree.
Starting a Weeping Willow Tree from a Cutting

 
Rabbit in Grass With Dandelions
Animal Safe Weed Killer Recipes

 
Hand spraying weed killer onto a largenweed that is in a perfect grass lawn
Weed Killer that Won't Kill Grass

 
Protecting Pots and Planters Over Winter
Protecting Pots and Planters Over Winter

 
Cucumber Blooms
Cucumbers Turning Yellow

 
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Keeping Squirrels from Eating Pecans

 
Growing Morning Glory from Cuttings
Growing Morning Glory from Cuttings

 
Pink Christmas Cactus
Getting a Christmas Cactus to Bloom

 
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murky pond water
Keeping Pond Water Clear

 
Grass Growing in Pavement Cracks
Solutions for Grass Growing in Pavement...

 
A pathway covered in sawdust.
Using Sawdust in Your Garden

 
Vinegar
Killing Weeds With Vinegar

 
Spooning coffee ground into a plants soil.
Plants That Like Coffee Grounds

 
Gloved hand using a spray bottle to spray a week growing in a driveway crack
Using Bleach as a Weed Killer

 
killing weeds
Planting After Killing Weeds With Vinegar

 
potted houseplant
Bringing Plants Indoors for the Winter

 
Tree trimmer up in a tree, cutting it down.
Saving Money on Tree Removal

 
Flower Beds
Killing Weeds in Flower Beds

 
Black billed magpie
How can I get rid of the magpies but keep the rest of the birds?

 
Bittersweet
Growing Bittersweet

 
Keeping Slugs Off Hostas
Keeping Slugs Off Hostas

 
Photo of blackberries on the vine.
Getting Rid of Blackberry Bushes

 
Hibiscus Flower
Getting Hibiscus Flowers to Bloom

 
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Repotting Orchid
Repotting Orchids

 
Hens and Chicks
Growing Hens and Chicks

 
Alberta Spruce Tree
Alberta Spruce Tree Turning Brown

 
Lemon and blossoms on tree
Lemon Tree Not Blooming or...

 
Burning bush, fall foliage.
Growing a Burning Bush

 
Tomato Plants Not Blooming
Tomato Plants Not Blooming

 
Pile of green acorns in grass
Removing Acorns from a Lawn

 
A cat in a house plant.
Keeping Cats Out of House Plants

 
Sap Dripping From a Tree
Sap Dripping From a Tree

 
Lucky Bamboo in glass vase
Growing Plants in Water

 
Bundles of lavender hanging upside down to dry against a wooden background
Uses for Dried Lavender

 
Hummingbird perched on a feeder.
Keeping Ants Out of the Hummingbird Feeder

 
Sweetgum Tree
Preventing a Sweetgum Tree From Making Balls

 
Deadheading a Hydrangea
Deadheading a Hydrangea

 
Rock Ground Cover
Killing Grass in Rock Ground Cover

 
Avocado with dying leaves.
Avocado Trees Losing Leaves

 
A free range chicken on a farm.
Keeping Chickens Out of Your Garden

 
Closeup of Lavender Rose
Starting Roses from Cuttings

 
Johnson Grass
Getting Rid of Johnson Grass

 
Ant on a leaf.
Getting Rid of Ants in Outdoor Potted Plants

 
A large willow tree.
Solutions for a Willow Tree Planted Too Close to a...

 
A woman watering a houseplant.
Identifying a Houseplant

 
Avocados on a Tree
Caring for an Avocado Tree

 
moonflower closeup
Growing Moonflowers

 
Branch with a green fig and some young leaves against a white background
Propagating a Fig Tree

 
Bamboo
Selling Bamboo

 
Photo of a potted plant.
Filler Ideas for Potted Plants

 
Organic Pest Control in the Garden
Organic Pest Control in the Garden

 
Patch of Stinging Nettles
Killing Stinging Nettles

 
Blue and pinkish purple morning glory blooms.
Getting Rid of Morning Glory

 
Squirrel precariously reaching from a branch to a bird feeder
Keeping Squirrels Out of Your Bird Feeder

 
Starting a Hibiscus from a Cutting
Starting a Hibiscus from a Cutting

 
Christmas Cactus on Table
Give Coffee to a Christmas Cactus

 
Raking Mulch
Best Mulch for Repelling Bugs

 
Using Green Tomatoes
Using Green Tomatoes

 
Insect Problems on Houseplants
Solutions for Insect Pests on Houseplants

 
Potted Rose Bush
Potted Rose Bush Losing It's Leaves

 
Closeup of Three Hummingbirds at a Feeder
Homemade Hummingbird Food...

 
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Kudzu Be Gone! Homemade Weed Killer

 
Crepe Myrtle Tree with flowers and leaves
Leaves Falling Off a Crepe Myrtle Tree Early

 
Large Purple Clematis Flower
Pruning a Clematis

 
Diseased looking leaves.
Weeping Cherry Tree Has Brown Leaves

 
A riding lawnmower, from the view of the seat.
Husqvarna Riding Mower Won't Start

 
Saving Zinnia Seeds
Saving Zinnia Seeds

 
Making a Compost Bin
Making a Compost Bin

 
Treating the Soil After Tomato Blight
Treating Soil After Tomato Blight

 
An avocado plant with dying leaves.
Leaves Dying on an Avocado Plant

 
Lawnmower mowing long grass.
Choosing the Best Lawnmower Height Setting

 
Growing Cactus House Plants
Growing Cactus House Plants

 
greenish brown taller planter, tapered at base
Hypertufa Craft Projects

 
pine trees
Plants and Flowers That Will Grow Under Pine Trees

 
Transplanting a Butterfly Bush
Transplanting a Butterfly Bush

 
Sprouting Garlic
Grocery Store Gardening

 
Hummingbird Feeder
Using Hummingbird Feeders

 
Hummingbird at a feeder.
Hummingbird Feeder Nectar Recipe

 
Three pigeons on a bird feeder
Keeping Pigeons Away from a Bird Feeder

 
Florida pine snake
Identifying Florida Snakes

 
A section of grass lawn showing the roots to the tips.
How to Overseed Your Lawn

 
Mystery Plant
What is This Garden Plant?

 
Memorial Garden
Making a Memorial Garden

 
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How to Make a Plant Terrarium - finished succulent terrariums made with brass edged glass containers
How to Make a Plant TerrariumHere are my step by step instructions on how to make a plant terrarium with no drainage. Plant terrariums with no drainage require little maintenance - you only need to water every 2 to 3 weeks, or when needed.

 
Cable Ties for Supporting Plants
Cable Ties for Supporting PlantsWhen garden plants start to produce, they need extra support. Cable ties are great. They come in many sizes and are inexpensive. You can tie them to a plant stake, another part of the plant, or a fence. At the end of the season, just cut them and dispose of.

 
Protecting Delicate Blooms from Summer Heat - patio umbrella over lilies
Protecting Delicate Blooms from Summer HeatDuring these massive heat waves, don't let your flowers wilt and die. Use a patio umbrella to protect them. My spider lilies were wilted and dying from 103 heat (1st picture bottom left.) I gave them some extra water and used a patio umbrella to protect them and it brought them back to their beauty.

 
Yellow Sticky Traps for Flying Insects - insects stuck to yellow sticky paper
Yellow Sticky Traps for Flying InsectsI have many household plants throughout my home. I used indoor soil for these plants and didn't think there would be any flying insects. My friend introduced me to these yellow sticky traps (she actually gave me a handful). They are rather large double sided sticky traps so I cut them down in smaller pieces and placed them into my potted plants. A few hours later, the traps are already working!

 
Floating Flower Bed for the Hummingbirds - hummingbird and hanging flower basket
Floating Flower Bed for the HummingbirdsWe don't have much area to plant flowers in our yard as it's mostly concrete everywhere and an in-ground pool, so we had an idea for our backyard hummingbirds. That was to give them some real nectar, from real flowers.

 
New Retaining Wall and Early Plantings - house with wall and first plantings in the fall
New Retaining Wall and Early PlantingsDuring the summer of 2018 we added a second tier retaining wall to our front yard. It improved the existing steep slope that was mostly useless, as it was difficult to water and slippery to try and weed.

 
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Recycled Self Watering Container for Indoor Plants
Recycled Self Watering Container for Indoor...This is a great way to make a self watering container using recycled materials. Learn how to make one in this short video.

 
Building a Potato Cage
Building a Potato CageGrowing Potatoes in a cage above ground, makes them easy to harvest. Check out this video on how to make a potato cage.

 
How to Grow Chillies
How to Grow ChilliesChillies, chiles or hot peppers, these spicy fruits are important in cooking across the globe. Learn how to grow them in this short video.

 
Upcycled Soda Bottle as Hanging Planter
Upcycled Soda Bottle as Hanging PlanterThis eco-friendly soda bottle hanging planter is simple to make and is a cute way to hang plants from your front porch. Check out this video for the step by step instructions.

 
Fixing Engine Stall on Gas Powered Trimmer
Fixing Engine Stall on Gas Powered TrimmerIf your gas powered trimmer is having trouble running when you turn the choke off after starting it, this tip may help you. Check out how we fixed this problem.

 
Self Watering Basil Planter
Self Watering Basil PlanterSelf watering containers are a great way to grow plants with out worrying about under or over watering. Learn how to make this self watering planter with this short video.

 
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Firethorn berries and leaves.
Growing Pyracantha (Firethorn)The pyracantha or firethorn is an evergreen shrub native to Southwest Europe eastward into Southeast Asia. They resemble and in fact are related to cotoneaster. Bright red orange berries stand out in contrast to the green serrated leaves. Numerous thorns line the branches. This page contains information on growing pyracantha or firethorn.

 
Shaping a Weeping Pussy Willow Tree - tree in pot inside
Shaping a Weeping Pussy Willow TreeWhen pruning a weeping pussy willow tree, use garden pruning shears. They are a member of the group of plants that can best be defined as those that, you prune after they bloom. This pruning cycle ensures that you don't cut off the new grow that will produce the fuzzy catkins the following spring. This page offers ideas for shaping a weeping pussy willow tree.

 
Free Flower Pots at Lowe's Garden Center - shelves with plastic pots
Finding Free Pots At Garden CentersIf you are looking for free pots, check with the garden center at your local hardware store.

 
An old wooden painted chair being used as a decorative planter.
DIY Planters From Recycled MaterialsMany ordinary items can easily be turned into fun planters. The possibilities are endless!

 
Plant fertilizer being measured out into a cup.
Remembering When to Feed PlantsComing up with helpful ways to remind yourself to fertilize your plants will ensure a consistent schedule of feeding and healthier plants.

 
Hide the Plant Saucer Inside the Pot - cut down container inside a flower pot
Hiding Plant Saucers Inside PotsIf you don't like the look of potted plant saucers give this tip a try. Cut down a sturdy plastic container and place it inside your planter. This hidden saucer will not detract from your decorative pot.

 
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Identifying a Houseplant - dark green crinkly leaf potted plant
Identifying a HouseplantIt started in a 4"pot and has quickly outgrown another. It is now in a 12" pot. The leaves are thin, shiny green, slightly crinkled. The undersides are purple. How big will it get and how can I control it?

 
Getting Rid of Ivy - ivy spreading over the ground
Getting Rid of IvyI have ivy growing all over part of my garden. How can I get rid of it quickly and safely as that part of the garden is used by my dog.

 
Leaves on Potted Avocado Plant Turning Brown - closeup of avocado with some leaf browning
Leaves on Potted Avocado Plant Turning BrownI have an avocado plant that is one and half years old. It is growing in an open garden in a medium sized pot. I am located in Melbourne, Australia. I had grown it from a seed. It was doing well, but now it has stopped growing and the leaves have started to turn brown. I don't want it to die. What should I do?

 
Leaves on Avocado Plant Turning Brown and Spotting
Leaves on Avocado Plant Turning Brown and SpottingIt took almost a year to sprout. After 6 months it was doing great, but now it's leaves are turning brown, spotting, and there are brown lesions on the stem. Please help.

 
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Trumpet Vine Losing LeavesMy trumpet vine is losing its leaves. They are not dropping, they are disappearing, including the whole leaf stem. I see no sign of aphids or mites.

 
Finding Someone to Remove Bamboo for Free - bamboo in backyard
Finding Someone to Remove Bamboo for FreeWhere would you advertise free bamboo if a person is prepared to dig it up and take it?

 
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