Once you’ve sowed your seeds and created a watering schedule, you may feel like your lawn’s fate is out of your hands. According to Turfgrass Science at Purdue University, it’s incredibly common for new lawns to become thin or completely…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you’re hefting your garden hose from bed to bed and only concentrating on where the water’s going, you probably haven’t noticed the trail of destruction behind you — a trailing hose…
Doesn’t virtually every gardener fantasize about having juicy tomatoes basking in the garden? But alas, such aspirations might crumble into pieces under the merciless jaws of flea beetles. These pesky invaders derive perverse pleasure from transforming green blades into a…
Cinnamon is a potent spice, loved for its flavor in cooking and its medicinal benefits in herbal teas. But this popular spice is not so popular in the insect kingdom — which is good news when you want to get…
If you have decided that you would love to grow a gorgeous magnolia tree from seed, you had better be in it for the long haul because trees don’t grow overnight. You might even be disheartened to learn that it…
Some days, bedtime can feel like a blessed reprieve after a hectic day. Other times, you may avoid hitting the sack altogether. If you have ever shunned sleep in favor of watching your favorite show, scrolling through Instagram, or playing…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you’re already considering a robot lawn mower, then you know that it’s going to be a pricey investment, to say the least — even on the lower end of the…
With people taking on Dry January or becoming sober curious, many are coming up with ways to swap their alcohol for something that doesn’t adversely affect their health. You can find all sorts of alcohol-free drinks that have adaptogens to lift…
You may think that catnip is just a treat for your favorite feline, but it can actually be a lifesaver on hot summer nights. Scientifically known as Nepeta cataria, catnip is a member of the mint family long known to…
With their beautiful foliage and the overall ease of growing and caring for them, hostas tend to be an easy addition to a garden. Hostas can provide a lot of vibrancy to your garden and flowerbeds, whether you use them…