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Make the backyard garden of your dreams a reality with these gardening tips and ideas from our experts.

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7 Summer Nectar Flowers That Attract Butterflies

Looking for summer flowers that attract butterflies? Try these easy-to-grow choices that butterflies will love.

Annuals vs. Perennials — What is the Difference?

Planning to grow a flower garden? Learn definitions to the common gardening terms you need...

Grow Milkweed for Monarch Butterflies in 5 Simple Steps

Help monarchs thrive by growing their favorite food in your yard.

12 Tips for Squirrel-Proof Bird Feeders, and 5 Feeders That Work

Let's be honest: there's no such thing as completely squirrel-proof bird feeders. But you can...

What Plants Do Hummingbirds Love Most?

Readers say these nectar-filled flowers are super popular among their tiny winged guests. Find out...

Got Holes in Your Leafy Greens? You Have Cabbage Worms

Learn how to use organic solutions to protect your leafy green garden plants from damaging...

Easy Plants You Can Grow in Containers

Discover the beauty of growing plants in containers. We highlight an easy-to-grow species for each...

7 Things You Need to Know Before Planting a Tree

Planting a tree is a wonderful investment for your property. Follow this checklist to make...

10 Inexpensive Plants That Will Make Your Garden Pop

You get a lot of bang for the buck with these showy, inexpensive plants. A...

How to Regrow Green Onions

While we're all spending more time at home lately, why not learn a few new...

Top 10 Purple Flowers That Attract Hummingbirds

Hummingbirds register the color red very well, which is why they are drawn to bright...

Top 10 Colorful Flowers Hummingbirds Love

Hummingbirds flock to blooms in every color of the rainbow. Turn your garden into a...

6 Tips for Watering Container Gardens

Here's everything you need to know about watering your container garden plants to ensure they...

Make Your Own Weed Killer With Vinegar and Dish Soap

Rather than spending money on chemical treatments to kill weeds, mix up a natural DIY...

Top 10 Purple Flowers for Your Garden

Plant some of these vivacious purple flowers in your garden and enjoy the bold, colorful...

How to Harvest Rhubarb the Right Way (Hint: Don’t Cut It!)

Don't cut those rhubarb stalks! Here's why it's a bad idea, and how to harvest...

7 Ways to Conserve Water in the Garden

Follow these steps to use water smartly and still keep your plants happy and healthy.

How to Tell If Your Plants Need More Sun

It's more show than tell with indoor and outdoor plants. Learn the signs of too...

Top 10 Annual Flowers That Attract Hummingbirds

These easy-to-grow annuals are filled with the sweet stuff hummingbirds and butterflies can’t resist.