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The Dark Side of the Perfectly Manicured American Lawn: Is It Giving You Cancer?
Your grass may be greener than your neighbor's, but at what price?
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10+ Pro Tricks to Make Flowers Last Longer
Bye-bye, browning bouquets! Here’s how to make flowers last longer with a few surprising household staples and expert tricks.
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Growing Herbs: The 10 Best for a Home Garden
Plant these popular herbs in your garden like basil, thyme, and dill, and enjoy some fresh-from-the-earth taste at your dinner...
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How to Make a Mini Rain Barrel
Save water--and money--by watering your garden Mother Nature’s way. All you need is an old water jug or detergent dispenser,...
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How To Use Ladybugs in Your Garden
These cute little bugs will have your garden growing better than ever.
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How to Deal with Weeds Under Shrubs and Trees
Persistent weeds can be difficult to get rid of when they are widespread under trees and shrubs, but with the...
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5 Tips for Reseeding Your Lawn
Bare lawn? You'll have a lush lawn in no-time with our 5 tips for reseeding.
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7 Tips to Mow Like a Pro
Follow mowing pro Bill Klutho's 7 mowing techniques for a smooth lawn.
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Home and Garden Uses for Epsom Salt
Some household tricks for the salters and the shakers.