17 Invasive Plants In Maine You Should Rethink Planting (And What To Grow Instead)
Maine’s wild beauty is one of the things that makes living or gardening here so special—but that charm is at risk thanks to some pushy, …
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13 Plants You Should Avoid Planting In The Summer (And What To Grow Instead)
Summer gardening can feel like a balancing act—plant too much of the wrong stuff, and you’re left with wilted hopes and crispy leaves. I’ve learned …
10 Small Animals You Might Notice In Your Backyard (And 10 That Mean Your Yard Is Thriving)
I used to think every rustle in the bushes meant trouble. But it turns out, some backyard visitors are just passing through—while others are a …
16 Places Where You Should Never Hang A Hummingbird Feeder
I learned the hard way that not every spot is safe for a hummingbird feeder—one wrong move and those tiny visitors vanish. Hummingbirds may be …
12 Smells That Deer Just Can’t Stand And 5 Scents That Attract Them Like Magnet
Deer might look sweet and graceful, but they’re picky when it comes to smells—and that’s something every gardener can use to their advantage. After too …
6 Reasons Robins Skip The Bird Feeder (And What To Do Instead To Keep Them Around)
I used to wonder why robins never touched my bird feeder, even though the rest of the backyard felt like a bird buffet. Turns out, …
Should You Prune Your Cucumbers — 15 Tips That’ll Transform Your Garden Game
You’ve planted your cucumbers, they’re growing like crazy—and now you’re wondering if it’s time to grab the shears. Some gardeners swear by pruning, others say …
15 Perennials To Cut Back This Summer For Bigger Blooms—And 5 To Leave Alone
Summer gardening isn’t just about watering and weeding – it’s prime time for strategic pruning too! Many perennials benefit from a mid-season haircut that encourages …
11 Spots You Should Never Hang A Hummingbird Feeder (And 6 That Work Perfectly Instead)
Hanging a hummingbird feeder in your yard feels like an easy way to invite these tiny wonders, but where you put it really matters. The …
15 No-Cut Ways To Propagate Hydrangeas Easily (And Grow A Much Fuller Garden)
No scissors, no stress—just gorgeous hydrangeas multiplying like magic. I used to think you had to snip and clip to get more plants, but these …