7 Best Types Of Grass You Can Grow In Your Yard
Choosing the best grass type for your yard will take you one step closer to your dream lawn. Not every variety is the same! Perhaps …
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How To Stop Weeds In Their Tracks With What’s Already Growing In Your Garden
I’ve been spending hours battling weeds, trying to figure out how to stop them from taking over my garden. Then one day, I realized something …
11 Stunning Yet Underrated Trees That Deserve A Spot In Every Yard
Yes, trees are the backbone of any yard, but let’s face it – some stars never get their time in the spotlight. While maples and …
The Best Time Of Year To Plant A Dogwood Tree For Healthy Growth And Stunning Blooms
I used to think planting a dogwood tree was as simple as digging a hole and plopping it in. Nope! Timing is everything with these …
11 Blueberry Varieties That Will Thrive In Your Garden And Keep Your Harvest Sweet
I’ll admit it – I used to think all blueberries were the same. Blueberries are blueberries, right? Wrong. The first time I tried growing them, …
15 Gorgeous Shrubs For A Sunny Garden
They say a sunny garden is the crown jewel of any landscape, but it takes the right shrubs to make it shine. If you’ve ever …
11 Fruit And Berry Trees Birds Can’t Resist For Your Garden
There’s nothing like stepping outside and hearing the happy chirping of birds in your garden. A few years ago, I planted a mulberry tree, thinking …
Eliminate Invasive Johnsongrass Fast Using This Surprising Pantry Staple
Battling Johnsongrass is no joke. It’s stubborn, relentless, and feels like it’s mocking you with every new shoot that pops up. I was at my …
10 Powerful Weed-Eliminating Plants For A Flourishing Garden
One of the most gorgeous, and not to mention easiest, ways to get rid of pesky weeds is planting ground cover flowers in your garden. …
Prevent Weeds With One Simple Change To Your Lawn Care Routine
I don’t know about you, but I’m the type of person who gets way too invested in my lawn. The first sign of a weed, …
Is Using Salt To Kill Weeds A Good Idea?
How many times have you heard that a chemical herbicide is the only way to remove weeds? I prefer to say it’s the faster way …
Here’s Why You Should Have More Trees In Your Yard
There are many benefits of growing trees in your backyard – we don’t say that they are the lungs of our planet for no reason! …
Stop Neighbors From Peeking At Your Garden With These 4 Tall Trees That Provide Privacy
If you want to decorate your fence with something cozy and beneficial for both you and the environment, then adding trees is the perfect choice! …
This Lawn Care Mistake Can Invite Mice To Take Over Your Yard
Mice scurrying around your yard? Definitely not the backyard companion you had in mind. These creatures are more than just a garden nuisance – they …
The Yellow-Blooming Tree That Becomes A Food And Shelter Haven For Birds
It’s no secret that when we’re selecting a new tree for our yard, we often focus more on looks and shade, leaving little thought for …
9 Gorgeous Dwarf Flowering Trees You’ll Want To Plant This Season
Want a garden that turns heads without feeling cramped? Small, gorgeous trees bring color and fragrance while keeping things neat and tidy. If you’ve been …
22 Drought-Tolerant Shrubs That Will Thrive In Hot, Dry Climates
Okay, let’s talk shrubs – specifically, the ones that don’t need a constant shower to look good. I used to be the type who watered …
The Best Purple Flowering Tree To Attract Monarch Butterflies To Your Garden
Alright, I have a confession: I never thought I’d get so excited over a tree. But when I planted a purple-flowering beauty that also happens …
The Toxic Perennial You’ll Want To Keep Away From Your Yard
Poisonous plants have that toxic trait of looking gorgeous, and the same goes for pokeweed. However, even though its berries resemble blackcurrants, it’s certainly not …
The Unexpected Spiky Shrub That Brings Hummingbirds To Your Yard
I never thought I’d be gushing over a spiky shrub, but here we are! Meet the plant that’s made my garden a hummingbird hotspot — …