We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Weeds are every avid gardener’s worst nightmare. However, for those willing to bring the heat, it’s possible to get rid of them for good. That’s right — if you’ve been…
Baking ingredients often find their way from the kitchen to the garden. Sea salt, for example, helps plants take up water and nutrients. Sugar boosts soil microorganism populations. Fermented dairy — think buttermilk and yogurt — is a fertilizer. But one common ingredient…
Throughout history, we have waged a battle against mosquitoes, these tiny pests leaving us frustrated and itchy. Traditional repellents can be harsh and unpleasant, but there is a natural solution that could help you enjoy bug-free summers. Vanilla extract not…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Mid-summer can be a brutal time to start a little tray of seedlings outdoors or in a greenhouse. Luckily, HGTV has a nifty approach for a little grow station that…
Originating from Asia, crepe myrtle trees (Lagerstroemia indica) have become a beloved staple in gardens across the United States, particularly in the South. However, keeping this flowering tree that’s perfect for your yard alive means fighting the pests that frequently threaten it,…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. What do a farmer in Scotland, a soil systems biology professor in Australia, and citizen scientists across Switzerland have in common? Over the past few years, they’ve all been burying…
Garter snakes (thamnophis sirtalis) are generally 1 to 2 feet long, with some even attaining 5 feet. Colors vary, but consistent is a whitish underbelly and stripes down their bodies. They have forked tongues that are red with a black tip.…
Houseplants can add beauty and life to our homes, but it can be challenging to keep them healthy. You may sometimes feel discouraged when you notice your plants starting to wither despite all your efforts to nurture them with care…
Although less than 3% of the more than 3,500 species of mosquitoes worldwide are known to be disease vectors, these insects are generally unwelcome visitors in any kind of space — indoor or outdoor. Not only are their bites itchy and irritating,…
Garden soil does not come cheap; even the most negligible soil losses eventually add up. TikTok user @Compostable.kate shows people an ingenious way to save every last bit of your garden soil with household items you probably already have, including…