Hummingbirds are a perennial favorite of birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts alike. With their bright colors and rapidly-beating wings, they’re incredibly fascinating. Plus, hummingbirds are pollinators, so bringing them into your yard and garden is just a solid idea all around. Unfortunately,…
We all know the worries that come with growing a home garden. Spider mites, mealybugs, and worse, mice. But what if we told you your garden could be the remedy to solving all of your pesky rodent problems — humanely?…
A snowy front lawn creates a picture-perfect moment, making you feel like you’re in a snow globe, but that feeling dissipates quickly when you’re trying to get to work and shoveling snow out of the driveway. We’ve all heard that spreading…
Calling all plant parents! Regardless of skill level, knowing how to care for your plant babies is something you can always work at. Their needs and habits change with the seasons, especially as you grow your family of green-leaved little…
While the dynamic nature of ants and their integral role in the ecosystem cannot be denied, their tendency to infiltrate your home and garden can often prove irksome. Once they decide to establish a colony, these determined creatures can disrupt…
Got ants in your … plants? Shaking houseplants is a trend that started, like many obscure-sounding practices, on TikTok. If you haven’t seen videos of people shaking their houseplants by the stem, you might feel shook to find out this…
Landfills in the United States are overrun with single-use plastic water bottles, as it’s estimated that Americans collectively buy 50 million water bottles annually. These plastic items are a large environmental problem, as it can take up to 500 years for…
Seeing birds appear in your yard is one of the greatest joys of spring. These creatures are beautiful to look at, making your garden feel alive and magical. There are many benefits to having a bird feeder, namely that the…
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you decide to construct a fruit and veggie garden, you’re going to see a lot of fresh produce coming your way. On the other hand, you also have to…
Silverfish pose several significant threats to both homes and personal belongings. Their dietary preferences include various household items such as paper products, fabric, and glue, leading them to cause noticeable damage to items like books, photographs, and linens. This damage…