Tillers vs. Cultivators: How to Choose the Right One for Your Gardening Tasks
Learn the differences between tillers and cultivators and the tasks they're best suited for.
Caring for Your Yard
Does Fertilizer Go Bad? 10 Tips to Boost Its Shelf Life
Don't let fertilizer go bad by storing it incorrectly. These must-know tips will help you keep granular and liquid fertilizers fresh for years.
How to Aerate Your Lawn for Healthy, Green Grass
Learn how to aerate your lawn to encourage lush, verdant grass growth. Tips include when to aerate, methods for aeration, and preparation steps.
7 Weeding Mistakes That Make Gardening Much Harder
Learn about properly weeding your garden by correcting these 7 common mistakes.
How to Make a DIY Indoor Compost Bin
Make your own DIY indoor compost bin. With our tips, you'll learn how to compost and reduce your kitchen waste to help the planet.
What to Do with Grass Clippings: 3 Ways to Put Them to Use
Wondering what do with grass clippings after you mow? Here's how to use them to improve the health of plants and soil throughout your landscape.
4 Topsoil Mistakes That May Be Hindering Your Gardening Success
Learn all about how healthy topsoil can help your plants thrive. Our guide covers where to buy topsoil, why topsoil is important, common myths, and more.
Should You Use Shredded Rubber Mulch in Your Garden?
Rubber mulch is widely touted as a game changer in landscaping, but does it live up to the hype? Find out the pros and cons of using rubber mulch.
How to Sharpen Your Lawn Mower Blade for a Cleaner Cut
Follow this step-by-step guide on how to sharpen your lawnmower blade for grass that will look tidier and stay healthier all season long.
How to Build a Raised Garden Bed for Easier Veggie or Flower Planting
Learn how to build a raised garden bed with our step-by-step guide, including all the supplies you'll need. This DIY project is easy to do.
Are Coffee Grounds Good for Plants? An Expert Weighs In
Cut through the bad advice and learn how to use coffee grounds properly to help your plants thrive.
12 Plants You Should Never Cut Back in Fall
These common garden shrubs and perennials should not be cut back in fall if you want healthier plants and more abundant flowers.
How to Plant Sod in 5 Simple Steps
Sod is best planted in the spring and early autumn when the temperatures are cooler. Follow these steps for a how to plant sod.
How to Plant and Grow Bermudagrass for a Lush Lawn
A turfgrass for warm climates, Bermudagrass forms a dense lawn that stands up to traffic and heat. Here's how to care for a Bermudagrass lawn.
How to Get Rid of Moss in the Lawn and Prevent It From Returning
Skip the herbicides and get rid of moss in the lawn with these eco-friendly tips.
What Is an Olla Pot? Plus 10 Tips for Efficiently Watering Plants with It
Olla pots simplify plant watering and reduce water waste. Here's how to make a DIY olla pot and 10 tips for using it for efficient watering.
Drip Irrigation vs. Soaker Hose: How to Choose the Best Watering Option
To help you choose between drip irrigation vs. soaker hoses, this guide explains the pros and cons of each.
10 Plants You Should Never Prune in Spring Before They Bloom
Some plants should be pruned in fall, while others do best with an early spring pruning. Skip spring pruning on these 10 plants or you might ruin their floral show for the year.
What Every Homeowner Needs to Know About Dethatching Lawns
Restore your grass so it is lush and green by learning the why, when, and how of dethatching a lawn. These lawn dethatching tips will make you an expert.
8 Common Composting Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)
Although composting isn't rocket science, there is a little science involved. Avoid the following missteps in the process for your "black gold."