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    Here’s How To Keep Squash Bugs Out of Your Garden

    If you're a gourd grower, here's how to keep squash bugs out of your garden so they don't ruin your...


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    Should You Use Baking Soda in Your Garden?

    Spoiler alert: Baking soda is great for some things, but not necessarily in the garden. Here are common baking soda...


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    Long Sleeve Sun Shirt for Outdoor Protection and Comfort: Tested & Reviewed

    Have some fun in the sun wearing this Family Handyman Approved work shirt with built-in UV protection.


    How To Grow a Pineapple Plant In Your Home

    Want to grow your own pineapple house plant? Here's how.


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    10 Best Flowers That Bloom All Summer

    While some summer flowers have brief moments in the spotlight, these beauties keep on blooming right up until fall in...


    10 Types of Japanese Maples

    There are hundreds of types of Japanese maples, one more colorful and graceful than the next. Here are 10 of...


    What To Know About Growing Meyer Lemon Trees

    Meyer lemon trees grown in containers can be taken inside in winter. Where it's warmer, they can be grown in...


    10 Vegetable Garden Design Ideas

    Need inspiration as you plan a beautiful home garden? Check out this list, evaluated by our garden design expert.

    How To Keep Pests Out of Your Garden With Wire Mesh

    Choose wire mesh to protect your plants and keep pests like rabbits, deer and chipmunks out of your garden.


    10 Best Outdoor Plant Pots for Your Garden

    Transform any space into an all-season container garden with these outdoor plant pots.


    Family Handyman Approved: Ranger Ready Repellent

    Check out the buzz surrounding this DEET-free, Family Handyman Approved insect repellent.


    How To Grow Raspberries

    Once you know how to prune them, raspberries are easy to grow, easy to pick and delicious to eat.


    11 Vegetable Garden Ideas

    From raised beds to balcony planters, these simple vegetable garden ideas will inspire you to turn your outdoor space into...


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    No Job Is too Tough for Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap

    A fiercely degreasing hand soap that's still gentle on your skin?  Give this Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap a...


    7 Ways To Use Vinegar In the Garden — Or Not

    Gardening pros say that despite oodles of online claims to the contrary, vinegar is not all that effective or useful...


    How To Grow Corn in Your Backyard Garden

    You can successfully grow sweet corn even if you don't have a huge garden or backyard. Here's how to do...


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    10 Raised Bed Garden Ideas

    From DIY projects to store-bought kits, use these raised bed garden ideas to take your garden to a new height!

    10 Best Compost Tumblers

    Keep food scraps and plant trimmings out of landfills by using a compost tumbler. Let us help you find the...


    How to Grow Cucumbers

    Homegrown cucumbers taste much better than store-bought, and they're easy to grow in most gardens. Want to know how? Keep...


    Buyer’s Guide to Outdoor Backyard Benches

    A properly placed outdoor bench evokes thoughts of pleasant days taking in the sights and sounds — even if you...


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    What the Color of Your Garden Soil Means

    Some soil colors are gardening gold, while others are a bust. Here's what your soil color means for gardening success,...


    10 Inspiring Garden Fences

    These garden fence ideas will add style to your yard, define the gardening space and keep animals away.


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    12 Best Rake Tips and Tricks

    Rakes don't just clean up leaves. They can do lawn care and so much more.

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    12 Best Shade Perennials That Won’t Take Over Your Garden

    Finding plants that don't just survive, but thrive in shade can be challenging. These shade perennials are a sure win...


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    9 Spring Perennials You Should Divide

    Want free spring perennials? Divide perennials in spring so you'll have more to transplant in your garden and share with...


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    Top 10 Best Flowers for Growing in Pots

    Even if you have a small garden, deck or patio, you can still grow beautiful flowers! We found the best...


    Garden Cultivator vs. Tiller: What’s the Difference?

    Don't confuse a cultivator with a tiller; they're different tools for different jobs. Here's how to decide which is right...


    Stylish Buy and DIY Indoor Plant Stands To Elevate Your Green Space

    Houseplants are having a moment in a big way, and this collection of must-have indoor plant stands celebrates the best...


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    13 Perennials You Didn’t Know You Could Divide

    Dividing perennials is good for them! And you get new plants for your yard and garden, or to give to...