Caring for Your Yard Articles

Does Pine Needle Mulch Really Make Your Soil More Acidic?
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Does Pine Needle Mulch Really Make Your Soil More Acidic?
Find out whether pine needle mulch increases soil acidity and the benefits of using pine needles for mulch in your garden. ...
How to Get Rid of Moss in the Lawn and Prevent It From Returning
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How to Get Rid of Moss in the Lawn and Prevent It From Returning
Skip the herbicides and get rid of moss in the lawn with these eco-friendly tips. ...
Here’s Why Morning Is the Best Time of Day to Water Your Plants
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Here’s Why Morning Is the Best Time of Day to Water Your Plants
Find out when to water your plants and why it matters, plus more watering tips. ...
6 Soil Amendments That Will Help You Grow Healthier Plants
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6 Soil Amendments That Will Help You Grow Healthier Plants
Learning when and why to use these soil amendments will improve your gardening results and save you money. ...
6 Tips for Creating a Low-Maintenance Cottage Garden
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6 Tips for Creating a Low-Maintenance Cottage Garden
Cottage gardens are intentionally casual. Go big on color, but light on labor with this classic, informal garden style. ...
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. ...
What You Need to Know About Winterizing a Lawn
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What You Need to Know About Winterizing a Lawn
Get a jumpstart on a lush, healthy lawn next spring with this guide on winterizing a lawn. Plus, get your lawn mower ready for winter storage. ...
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. ...
9 Common Garden Myths That Could Ruin Your Garden
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9 Common Garden Myths That Could Ruin Your Garden
Find out the truth behind common garden myths with these research-based facts from experts. ...
How to Plant and Grow Bermudagrass for a Lush Lawn
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How to Plant and Grow Bermudagrass for a Lush Lawn
A turfgrass for warm climates, Bermudagrass forms a dense lawn that stands up to traffic and heat. Here's how to care for a Bermudagrass lawn. ...
How Long Do Seeds Last? Plus How to Tell If Old Seeds Are Still Good
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How Long Do Seeds Last? Plus How to Tell If Old Seeds Are Still Good
How long seeds last depends on how they are stored. Find out how to store seeds so they stay good as long as possible, and how to check seed viability. ...
Liquid vs. Granular Fertilizer: Which One Is Better for Your Plants?
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Liquid vs. Granular Fertilizer: Which One Is Better for Your Plants?
Take the mystery out of feeding your plants by learning the pros and cons of liquid vs. granular fertilizer. Find out how and when to best apply both types of fertilizers. ...
What Is an Olla Pot? Plus 10 Tips for Efficiently Watering Plants with It
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What Is an Olla Pot? Plus 10 Tips for Efficiently Watering Plants with It
Olla pots simplify plant watering and reduce water waste. Here's how to make a DIY olla pot and 10 tips for using it for efficient watering. ...
How to Test Your Garden Soil’s pH Level in 4 Simple Steps
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How to Test Your Garden Soil’s pH Level in 4 Simple Steps
Check your soil's acidity or alkalinity with an inexpensive kit, then use this info to decide which additives you need to grow healthier plants. ...
4 Topsoil Mistakes That May Be Hindering Your Gardening Success
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4 Topsoil Mistakes That May Be Hindering Your Gardening Success
Learn all about how healthy topsoil can help your plants thrive. Our guide covers where to buy topsoil, why topsoil is important, common myths, and more. ...
Make More Ferns by Sprouting Spores
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Make More Ferns by Sprouting Spores
Because ferns don't produce seeds, there's a special way to propagate them: growing spores. Here are tips. ...
Got Lots of Dandelions? Here's What Your Lawn Is Trying to Tell You
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Got Lots of Dandelions? Here's What Your Lawn Is Trying to Tell You
Dandelions will quickly take over a lawn that needs help. Learn how to discourage them from taking root with these lawn care tips. ...
8 Inexpensive Garden Edging Ideas to Make Your Yard Look Sharp
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8 Inexpensive Garden Edging Ideas to Make Your Yard Look Sharp
Give your garden some elegant outlines. Use these garden edging ideas to lend character, definition, and texture to your landscaping beds. ...
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. ...
12 Tips for Using Ryegrass Seed to Overseed Your Winter Lawn
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12 Tips for Using Ryegrass Seed to Overseed Your Winter Lawn
Here's how to get the best results when overseeding warm-season turf grass with annual ryegrass seed. ...