Caring for Your Yard Articles

Should You Use Shredded Rubber Mulch in Your Garden?
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Should You Use Shredded Rubber Mulch in Your Garden?
Rubber mulch is widely touted as a game changer in landscaping, but does it live up to the hype? Find out the pros and cons of using rubber mulch. ...
How to Build a Brick Raised Bed
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How to Build a Brick Raised Bed
For a decorative and long-lasting bed, brick is a good choice. Here's how to make a sturdy brick raised bed for your garden. ...
How to Dig a Garden Bed and 7 Other Steps to a New Garden
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How to Dig a Garden Bed and 7 Other Steps to a New Garden
Learn how to dig a garden bed and the other important steps you need to take for a new garden. Take your yard from frumpy to flowery with our help. ...
How and When to Apply Sulfur to Your Lawn
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How and When to Apply Sulfur to Your Lawn
A thin, yellowing lawn might be lacking sulfur. Find out how to tell if you need to add sulfur, and when and how much to apply this nutrient to your grass. ...
How to Use a Compost Tumbler to Turn Scraps Into Garden Nutrients
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How to Use a Compost Tumbler to Turn Scraps Into Garden Nutrients
Learn how to use a compost tumbler to quickly turn your kitchen waste into valuable organic matter for your plants. ...
25 Raised Garden Bed Ideas for Growing Veggies and Flowers
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25 Raised Garden Bed Ideas for Growing Veggies and Flowers
Use these raised garden bed ideas to create the perfect planting space without digging up your yard. ...
How to Install Edging
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How to Install Edging
Learn how to install garden edging or flagstone edging to create a garden path. We'll introduce you to the different types of edging and our tried-and-true tips for installation. ...
15 Easy Annuals You Can Grow from Seed
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15 Easy Annuals You Can Grow from Seed
Find out which annuals are easy to grow from seed for their beautiful flowers, along with tips on when and how to sow them. ...
What Is a Bee Lawn? Plus How to Plant One
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What Is a Bee Lawn? Plus How to Plant One
Bee lawns are gaining popularity as a grass alternative that is lower-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and pollinator-friendly. Find out how to plant and care for a bee lawn of your own. ...
Soil Amendments & Nutrients
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Soil Amendments & Nutrients
Learn how to improve soil drainage, moisture retention, and aeration, by adding soil amendments or soil nutrients to make your soil richer and more productive. ...
Don't Start Yard Cleanup in Spring Too Soon—Here's Why
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Don't Start Yard Cleanup in Spring Too Soon—Here's Why
Yard cleanup can cause more harm than good when done too early in spring. These tips will help you get your spring garden cleanup done at the best time to help out pollinators and other beneficial insects. ...
7 Weeding Mistakes That Make Gardening Much Harder
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7 Weeding Mistakes That Make Gardening Much Harder
Learn about properly weeding your garden by correcting these 7 common mistakes. ...
How to Plant Grass Seed in 6 Simple Steps
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How to Plant Grass Seed in 6 Simple Steps
Start a new lawn or fill in bare patches of turf by following this guide on how to plant grass seed. You’ll have a lush lawn in a few weeks. ...
Don't Throw Away the Cicada Carcasses in Your Yard—Use Them to Enrich Your Garden
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Don't Throw Away the Cicada Carcasses in Your Yard—Use Them to Enrich Your Garden
You're probably aware that the cicadas are here for the season—but you may not have known you can compost their carcasses and shells to enrich your garden compost and soil. ...
Here’s What Not to Put in Compost to Avoid a Contaminated Bin
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Here’s What Not to Put in Compost to Avoid a Contaminated Bin
Composting is a simple way to turn your kitchen and yard waste into food for your garden. But some of these items should never be in compost. ...
When to Fertilize Your Lawn Through the Seasons for the Healthiest Grass
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When to Fertilize Your Lawn Through the Seasons for the Healthiest Grass
Apply turf fertilizer at the right time to get the most benefit. This seasonal guide will lead the way to a lush, green lawn. ...
21 Plants for Sandy Soil That Thrive in Dry Conditions
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21 Plants for Sandy Soil That Thrive in Dry Conditions
Discover 21 plants that flourish in sandy soil. From vibrant flowers to hardy shrubs, find the best options for your garden. ...
Are Coffee Grounds Good for Plants? An Expert Weighs In
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Are Coffee Grounds Good for Plants? An Expert Weighs In
Cut through the bad advice and learn how to use coffee grounds properly to help your plants thrive. ...
How to Build a Raised Garden Bed for Easier Veggie or Flower Planting
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How to Build a Raised Garden Bed for Easier Veggie or Flower Planting
Learn how to build a raised garden bed with our step-by-step guide, including all the supplies you'll need. This DIY project is easy to do. ...
Is Your Grass Turning Brown in Summer? Our Experts Say It’s Totally OK
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Is Your Grass Turning Brown in Summer? Our Experts Say It’s Totally OK
Instead of worrying about how to fix brown grass in the summer, you can let nature take its course. In most cases, your brown grass isn't dead, just dormant, our experts say. ...