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Gardening

Better Homes & Gardens Pumpkin Spice Flowers

You can actually buy pumpkin spice-scented mums

September 26, 2023September 26, 2023 by Kaitlin Gates

If you’re looking to increase your pumpkin spice enjoyment this fall, Walmart is bringing back their pumpkin spice-scented flowers, first seen in 2021. The Pumpkin …

Read moreYou can actually buy pumpkin spice-scented mums

Try this watering tip to make your potted mums last longer

September 12, 2023September 12, 2023 by Anna Weaver

Fall florals by your front door are a cheery sight for as long as they last. But to make autumnal blooms like chrysanthemums keep going …

Read moreTry this watering tip to make your potted mums last longer

Yellow asters in bloom

10 plants to grow in September for a late harvest and bloom

September 10, 2023September 8, 2023 by Jennifer Graham Kizer

Are September’s cooling temperatures beckoning you outside? If so, this may be a great time to get busy in the garden. For certain produce and …

Read more10 plants to grow in September for a late harvest and bloom

Mums in gold, red and orange colors

The 10 best fall-blooming flowers to add to your garden

September 9, 2023September 8, 2023 by Kathleen St. John

Fall is finally on its way. Despite the general push to prepare for cold months ahead, some gardeners are plotting their next moves in the …

Read moreThe 10 best fall-blooming flowers to add to your garden

Gardener divides bulbs on wooden table

5 perennials you should divide in late summer or early fall

September 6, 2023September 5, 2023 by Anna Weaver

Spring isn’t the only time of year to get gardening. Late summer and fall are also good times to do some work on your yard …

Read more5 perennials you should divide in late summer or early fall

How to attract bats to your backyard

August 22, 2023August 22, 2023 by Jennifer Graham Kizer

Here are three commonly held beliefs about bats: They’re blind, they often have rabies and they want to drink your blood. Would you be surprised …

Read moreHow to attract bats to your backyard

Green cucumber on vine

Everything you need to know about pruning your cucumber plants

August 6, 2023August 7, 2023 by Lauren Alexander

Every home gardener knows it takes a certain amount of TLC to ensure your plants are healthy and thriving. Whether it’s pest and disease control …

Read moreEverything you need to know about pruning your cucumber plants

How to plant and grow a thriving wildflower garden

July 29, 2023August 21, 2023 by Lauren Alexander

If you have a bare patch in your yard that needs some color and life — and bees and butterflies to boot —  you may …

Read moreHow to plant and grow a thriving wildflower garden

Fresh, colorful red, green, yellow and purple tomatoes

How to freeze tomatoes so they last for months

July 29, 2023July 26, 2023 by Tod Caviness

Tomatoes are a staple in any home cook’s vegetable arsenal, even though they’re technically a fruit. Whether you mix them into a paste, cut them …

Read moreHow to freeze tomatoes so they last for months

Why it’s important to prune your tomato plants

July 21, 2023July 24, 2023 by Emily OBrien

A popular ingredient to many dinnertime favorites, there’s nothing quite like a ripe, juicy tomato that’s been freshly plucked off the vine. Growing tomatoes at …

Read moreWhy it’s important to prune your tomato plants

Sapphire dragonfly rests on a plant

5 ways to attract dragonflies to your yard to help eliminate mosquitoes

July 11, 2023July 11, 2023 by Kate Streit

There’s a lot to love about summer, but mosquitoes are one seasonal nuisance most people could do without. You can try to combat pesky mosquitoes …

Read more5 ways to attract dragonflies to your yard to help eliminate mosquitoes

Make your own DIY weed spray with stuff you already have in the kitchen

July 11, 2023July 12, 2023 by Margeaux Baulch Klein

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Read moreMake your own DIY weed spray with stuff you already have in the kitchen

Did you know hostas are edible? Here’s how to prepare them

July 5, 2023July 7, 2023 by Jennifer Graham Kizer

You’ve probably seen the hosta plant — it grows naturally in both urban and suburban landscapes, and lots of people grow hostas as an ornamental …

Read moreDid you know hostas are edible? Here’s how to prepare them

What to know about growing sweet, gorgeous gardenia plants

June 27, 2023July 28, 2023 by Lauren Alexander

If you’ve ever walked past a flowering gardenia plant, you know just how powerfully fragrant they are. The scent casts a wide net, stretching out …

Read moreWhat to know about growing sweet, gorgeous gardenia plants

This is how to successfully grow an avocado tree

June 26, 2023July 10, 2023 by Jennifer Graham Kizer

Lots of people grow their own tomatoes or cucumbers. But avocados? You don’t hear a lot of home gardeners swapping tips about those. And that’s …

Read moreThis is how to successfully grow an avocado tree

How to use Epsom salt to create more beautiful rose gardens

June 16, 2023June 15, 2023 by Jennifer Graham Kizer

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Read moreHow to use Epsom salt to create more beautiful rose gardens

Happy senior woman gardening

Study says gardening can lower your risk of cardiovascular disease

June 9, 2023June 8, 2023 by Kathleen St. John

Gardening is a rewarding hobby all on its own, but a 2022 study showed that its benefits can even extend to your physical health. The …

Read moreStudy says gardening can lower your risk of cardiovascular disease

5 gardening mistakes that could spell doom for your plants

June 7, 2023June 7, 2023 by Jennifer Graham Kizer

You plant a garden to grow plants, not kill them. And yet many hopeful first-time gardeners go about the endeavor — planting, fertilizing, watering, tilling …

Read more5 gardening mistakes that could spell doom for your plants

5 plants that are easy to grow from cuttings

June 4, 2023June 2, 2023 by Emily OBrien

Buying fully grown plants from a store can be expensive, especially if you love being a plant parent. Luckily, propagation allows you to expand your …

Read more5 plants that are easy to grow from cuttings

This is how to identify and treat ‘black spot’ on your roses

June 1, 2023May 31, 2023 by Lauren Alexander

Roses are a beautiful addition to any garden. They come in a gorgeous rainbow of colors and exude an intoxicating fragrance that’s impossible to resist. …

Read moreThis is how to identify and treat ‘black spot’ on your roses

woman smells lilac blooms

Everything you need to know about caring for and growing lilacs

May 26, 2023May 24, 2023 by Emily OBrien

Lilac bushes are not only fragrant, but they also add interest and color to any landscape, re-blooming year after year. Known as some of the …

Read moreEverything you need to know about caring for and growing lilacs

How to fertilize your strawberries for a bounty of berries

May 24, 2023May 23, 2023 by Jennifer Graham Kizer

Is there anything sweeter than chocolate-covered strawberries? Why, yes, that would be … chocolate-covered, home-grown strawberries. Growing your own strawberries is a great way to …

Read moreHow to fertilize your strawberries for a bounty of berries

7 Raised Garden Bed Kits That You Can Easily Assemble At Home

May 2, 2023June 12, 2023 by Will Schuerman | Last updated on 05/03/2023

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Read more7 Raised Garden Bed Kits That You Can Easily Assemble At Home

Raninculus (R. asiaticus) blooms in many colors

How to grow ranunculus so you can have gorgeous bouquets all summer

May 1, 2023May 1, 2023 by Emily OBrien

Ranunculus flowers are having a moment, and it’s easy to see why. These beauties unfurl like peonies and roses and do well in artistic-like arrangements, …

Read moreHow to grow ranunculus so you can have gorgeous bouquets all summer

firepit-side-yard

This new trend can help maximize your yard space

April 20, 2023April 20, 2023 by Emily OBrien

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Read moreThis new trend can help maximize your yard space

The Pioneer Woman’s all-new outdoor collection is out

April 18, 2023April 18, 2023 by Kaitlin Gates

Good news for those who are preparing their backyards for summer: The Pioneer Woman has released a new outdoor furniture and decor collection at Walmart …

Read moreThe Pioneer Woman’s all-new outdoor collection is out

This is how to make fried dandelions the Appalachian way

April 12, 2023April 12, 2023 by Bridget Sharkey

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Read moreThis is how to make fried dandelions the Appalachian way

Bee drinks water from bee bath

How to make a DIY bee bath for your garden—and why you should

April 5, 2023April 6, 2023 by Bridget Sharkey

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Read moreHow to make a DIY bee bath for your garden—and why you should

Man standing in front of a brown (beige) wall, holding a spider

How to care for a spider plant

March 30, 2023March 29, 2023 by Emily OBrien

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Read moreHow to care for a spider plant

ZZ plant in a home in low light

You can get these hard-to-kill houseplants delivered right to your door

March 21, 2023March 20, 2023 by Emily OBrien

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Read moreYou can get these hard-to-kill houseplants delivered right to your door

Pink peonies in bloom

Tips for growing and caring for peony flowers

March 17, 2023March 17, 2023 by Tricia Goss

If you have dreamed of growing beautiful peony flowers in your garden, now is the perfect time to start! Peonies are timeless flowers that bring …

Read moreTips for growing and caring for peony flowers

Philodendron birkin

How to grow philodendron varieties indoors

February 7, 2023February 6, 2023 by Tricia Goss

Philodendron varieties make a great addition to any indoor space. They offer many benefits, such as easy care and maintenance, air-purifying qualities, affordability and an …

Read moreHow to grow philodendron varieties indoors

A yucca plant sits in a pot inside a sunny room.

Why putting a coffee filter in your flower pots is always a good idea

January 26, 2023January 25, 2023 by Emily OBrien

Plants turn a house into a home and enliven a space with their beauty and greenery. Being a plant parent isn’t exactly hard, but it …

Read moreWhy putting a coffee filter in your flower pots is always a good idea

Pothos houseplant

How to care for beginner-friendly pothos houseplants

January 23, 2023January 19, 2023 by Tricia Goss

The green trailing foliage of a pothos makes it an attractive addition to any home. Pothos plants can be grown in hanging baskets, on shelves, …

Read moreHow to care for beginner-friendly pothos houseplants

Green bamboo in glass bowl

How to grow and care for lucky bamboo

January 9, 2023January 9, 2023 by Emily OBrien

Lucky bamboo is a tried-and-true houseplant that is popular in both homes and offices thanks to its ease of care, sculptural look and ability to …

Read moreHow to grow and care for lucky bamboo

House plant: Newly repotted snake plant

10 Indoor Plants Delivered Straight To Your Door From Amazon

October 27, 2022October 27, 2022 by Emily OBrien

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Read more10 Indoor Plants Delivered Straight To Your Door From Amazon

A yucca plant sits in a pot inside a sunny room.

Yucca plant care tips: How to keep this impressive plant thriving indoors

October 10, 2022October 10, 2022 by Emily OBrien

While you might be under the impression you need to live in a tropical climate to grow a yucca plant, they actually make for excellent …

Read moreYucca plant care tips: How to keep this impressive plant thriving indoors

Clover blooms on a lawn. Clover lawns are a popular trend right now for those who don't enjoy lawn maintenance.

Clover lawns are trending: Here are the pros and cons of this landscaping technique

October 7, 2022August 21, 2023 by Emily OBrien

There’s a new trend sweeping the country and it’s geared toward people who want to cut back on lawn maintenance but still enjoy a soft …

Read moreClover lawns are trending: Here are the pros and cons of this landscaping technique

Gardener prunes lavender plants

How to prune lavender plants for hearty, healthy blooms

September 13, 2022August 21, 2023 by Tricia Goss

Lavender is an herb that has natural calming properties. If you grow your own, you can use it to make essential oil to relax sore …

Read moreHow to prune lavender plants for hearty, healthy blooms

Frozen vegetables stored in freezer bags

How to freeze all the veggies that will actually do well in your freezer

September 2, 2022February 27, 2023 by Tricia Goss

You might want to freeze some of your veggies if you have more produce than you can use right away. Freezing fresh vegetables makes it …

Read moreHow to freeze all the veggies that will actually do well in your freezer

hoya plant care

Hoya plants make beautiful, low-maintenance houseplants

August 23, 2022August 22, 2022 by Emily OBrien

If you’d like to add a new low-maintenance plant to your at-home greenery collection, a hoya plant might be the perfect pick. Hoya plant care …

Read moreHoya plants make beautiful, low-maintenance houseplants

Pink/red sunflower

Pink sunflowers offer a unique look for the iconic plant

July 27, 2022March 17, 2023 by Anna Weaver

The classic, cheerful sunflower can provide pops of sunny yellow all over any outdoor area. Sunflowers have the scientific name Helianthus, which comes from the …

Read morePink sunflowers offer a unique look for the iconic plant

A pineapple plant grows.

How to grow pineapple as a houseplant

July 5, 2022July 28, 2023 by Emily OBrien | Last updated on 04/28/2023

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Read moreHow to grow pineapple as a houseplant

Distant Drums rose in bloom

‘Distant Drums’ roses have gorgeous blooms with a sweet but woodsy scent

July 5, 2022June 30, 2022 by Bridget Sharkey

They say a rose by any other name would smell as sweet, but the truth is that with over 150 different species of roses in …

Read more‘Distant Drums’ roses have gorgeous blooms with a sweet but woodsy scent

young girl smelling bright, deep pink rose on bush

The 9 most fragrant roses to plant in your garden

June 30, 2022June 29, 2022 by Anna Weaver

If you’ve ever picked up a rose bouquet from the grocery store or sniffed at the options in a florist’s shop, you might have been …

Read moreThe 9 most fragrant roses to plant in your garden

Fragrant indoor plants

Fragrant indoor plants add a lovely scent to your home—naturally

June 6, 2022June 12, 2023 by Tricia Goss | Last updated on 06/12/2023

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Read moreFragrant indoor plants add a lovely scent to your home—naturally

Peony flowers bloom in garden

14 long-lasting perennials that will add low-maintenance beauty to your garden

May 23, 2022August 21, 2023 by Margeaux Baulch Klein

Perennials are often the flowers of choice for people who prefer a lower-maintenance garden. Unlike annuals that bloom and then die off, perennial flowers have …

Read more14 long-lasting perennials that will add low-maintenance beauty to your garden

Lunar Plants Research Documentation: plants growing in moon soil

NASA grew plants in soil from the moon for the first time ever

May 13, 2022May 13, 2022 by Kaitlin Gates

For the first time ever, scientists have successfully grown plants using soil from the moon. The experiment is more than 50 years in the making, …

Read moreNASA grew plants in soil from the moon for the first time ever

Endless Summer Twist and Shout hydrangeas in bloom

These reblooming hydrangeas promise flowers from late spring until fall

May 11, 2022May 11, 2022 by Emily OBrien

Hydrangeas sport big bursts of flowers and are often found in Southern gardens, but they work well in nearly every landscape. They exhibit an old-fashioned …

Read moreThese reblooming hydrangeas promise flowers from late spring until fall

Honey bee on dandelion on no-mow lawn

‘No Mow May’ helps bees and lets you relax instead of mowing the lawn

May 9, 2022August 21, 2023 by Tricia Goss

April showers bring May flowers — and long grass and weeds. May is typically when many people dust off the mower and start spring lawn …

Read more‘No Mow May’ helps bees and lets you relax instead of mowing the lawn

Tickle-me plant

This ‘tickle me’ plant actually moves when you touch it

May 4, 2022May 4, 2022 by Tricia Goss

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Read moreThis ‘tickle me’ plant actually moves when you touch it

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