10 Garden Bee Species You Want To See In Your Yard (And 5 Best Plants To Attract Them)
Bees are the quiet champions in our gardens, working behind the scenes to turn blossoms into the fruits and veggies we love. Watching a variety …
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17 Stunning Dahlias To Grow In Your Summer Garden (Chosen By Professional Gardeners)
Dahlias really are the crown jewels of summer gardens, bringing bursts of color and texture that last from midsummer all the way to the first …
17 Yellow-Flowering Climbing Plants That Pollinators Can’t Resist (And 3 That Don’t Attract Them At All)
Ever since I started planting more for pollinators, I’ve noticed how yellow climbing plants seem to be a favorite. They light up a garden like …
Why Sprinkle Crushed Eggshells Around Lavender? 15 Big Benefits Gardeners Swear By
I used to toss eggshells without a second thought—until I learned they could actually help my lavender thrive. Now, I crush them up after breakfast …
15 Reasons You Need To Let Raccoons Into Your Yard
Have you ever spotted those masked little visitors sneaking through your yard after dark? At first glance, raccoons might seem like nothing more than mischievous …
19 Snakes You’re Most Likely To Find In Your Backyard (And What You Can Do To Keep Them Away)
Spotting a snake in your yard can definitely make your heart skip a beat—even if you’re someone who loves wildlife. Most snakes aren’t out to …
13 Self-Watering Plants To Save You Time(And 7 Balcony Picks That Keep Their Leaves Clean)
Ever feel like your plants are just waiting for you to slip up so they can throw in the towel? Same here. But thankfully, not …
Still Using Mulch? These 20 Ground Covers Do A Better Job With Less Effort
Tired of re-mulching every season only to watch it fade, blow away, or break down too fast? There’s a better way to keep weeds at …
17 Warning Signs Your Calendula Garden Is Struggling (And How To Fix It Fast)
Growing calendulas has been one of my favorite garden joys—they’re cheerful, easygoing, and just plain happy-looking. But even these sunny blooms can hit a rough …
15 Popular Garden Center Flowers That Are Actually Terrible For Bees And Pollinators
When I first started gardening, I thought any pretty bloom would make the bees happy. I’d load up on whatever looked good at the garden …