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    How to Make Solar-Powered House Numbers

    Your dinner guests will never miss your house again once you install these solar-powered house numbers.


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    How To Stop Mole Crickets From Damaging Your Lawn

    Mole crickets are one of the most destructive turf grass pests in the southeastern U.S. Here's how to send them...


    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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    Japanese Maple Tree Care: Planting and Growing Tips

    The Japanese maple tree boasts year-round beauty with a wide range of colors. Considering adding one of these trees to...


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    How To Prune Crepe Myrtle

    Fast-growing crepe myrtle is a garden show-off, with bright flowers all summer long. Find out how to prune crepe myrtle...


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    Your Spring Home Maintenance Checklist

    When winter departs, it's time to check for damage and prepare for the hot weather ahead.


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    5 Ways to Grow Tomatoes

    Ready to grow tomatoes? Here's where they could fit in your yard or inside your home!


    How To Start Seeds Indoors

    The following tips can help gardening enthusiasts of all levels learn how to start seeds indoors and grow plants indoors...

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    Should You Buy or Rent a Garden Tiller?

    Tillers are tremendously useful tools for home gardeners. But tilling is not an everyday task. So is it better to...


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    10 Plants That Need Pruning in the Spring

    Get ready for a new season of growth by pruning plants that will benefit from a spring trim. These are...


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    Everything to Know About Mulch for Landscaping

    Learn more about the different types, colors and ways to use mulch in the garden.


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    When is the Best Time to Start Growing a Garden?

    Planting vegetables in spring is a delicate business. Here, experts explain how to know when to start a garden.


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    10 Best Low-Maintenance Ground Cover Plants

    These hardworking landscape plants make gorgeous ground covers, whether you want to fill in gaps or replace turf grass completely.


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    How to Start a Garden

    This step-by-step process explains how to start a garden from scratch.


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    10 Amazing Front Yard Fence Ideas

    Refresh your curb appeal with these stunning front yard fence ideas from Instagram!


    How to Prune Roses

    If you grow roses and want those much-beloved flowers to blossom, you'll need to prune them. Here's how to master...


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    How to Plant and Care for a Weeping Cherry Tree

    These beautiful trees put on a spectacular show in the spring, offer lovely summer shade and are not particularly hard...

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    10 Fence Painting Color Ideas

    If your faded fence is ready for a makeover, get your paint brush ready and check out these stunning paint...


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    When Should I Fertilize My Lawn?

    Sometimes, even the pros get a little lost when it comes to how or when to fertilize their golf courses,...


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    How and When to Prune Lavender

    Fragrant, flowering lavender is a garden favorite. Keep your plants robust and long-lasting with our guide on how to prune...


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    Lawn Dethatchers: Our Best 6 Picks

    Looking for a rake or electric dethatcher? How about a simple attachment? Read on to learn about some of the...


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    What to Know About Solar Umbrellas

    Solar umbrellas offer convenient access to alternative energy and a nice shady spot on your patio. What's not to love?


    5 DIY Pool Floaties Your Dog Will Love

    If your dog is always whining to join you in the water, why not make them a DIY pool floatie...

    14 Incredible Ice and Snow Sculptures

    One of the most enjoyable aspects of cold weather is the ability to play in the snow. Whatever your age,...


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    What Are the Different Parts of a Gas Grill?

    Everything you need to know about gas grill parts and some of the most common items that need replacement from...



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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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    10 Must-Have Products to Make Fall Yard Work a Breeze

    Fall yard work doesn't have to be strenuous!


    10 Times Wind Chimes Turned Neighbors Into Enemies

    From stealing to destroying, these not-so-neighborly stories will make you think twice before getting wind chimes!