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Need a step-by-step guide? Our how-to tips cover everything from planting to landscaping, giving you the know-how to complete your gardening and outdoor projects with confidence.

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Do-It-Yourself How-To Landscaping
How to Build a Backyard Retaining Wall Yourself
A retaining wall enhances the look of your yard and adds functionality to your space. Here's a guide to building it yourself on a budget.
Updated February 19, 2025
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How-To Landscaping
How to Defend your Garden from Deer Damage
Discover the most effective methods of deer prevention, from fencing and repellents to noise makers, with practical tips for every situation!
Updated January 6, 2025
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Do-It-Yourself Flowers and Plants Gardening Tools How-To
Gardening for Beginners: 10 Secrets From Professionals You Need to Know Before You Start
Gardening for beginners isn’t about having everything figured out from the start. Take it step by step & start learning the most useful tips!
Updated December 18, 2024
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Decor Do-It-Yourself How-To
How to Make a Holiday Wreath from Garden and Tree Clippings
Learn how to create a festive Christmas wreath using garden and tree clippings with this step-by-step guide.
Updated December 13, 2024
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Decor How-To
How to Get a Live Spruce Christmas Tree
Discover how to select, harvest, and care for a real spruce Christmas tree. Learn the benefits, challenges, and tips for bringing natural holiday charm into your home.
Updated December 13, 2024
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How-To Lawn Tools
How to Winterize Your Lawn Mower
Learn how to winterize your lawn mower to protect your investment, prevent damage, and ensure your mower is ready for spring.
Updated December 2, 2024
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How-To Landscaping Lawn Tools
3 Ways to Clear Leaves from your Lawn
Discover 3 effective ways to clear leaves from your lawn. Learn the pros, cons, and tips for each method to maintain a healthy, tidy yard this fall.
Updated November 25, 2024
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How-To Trees
How to Grow a Mango Tree from a Seed
Master growing mangoes from seed with this easy guide. Perfect for beginners and gardeners alike.
Updated November 8, 2024
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Flowers and Plants How-To
How to Prune Roses: A Step-by-Step Guide for Healthy and Beautiful Blooms
Learn how to prune roses effectively with our step-by-step guide. Discover tips for healthy growth, beautiful blooms, and maintaining your rose bushes.
Updated November 8, 2024
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Flowers and Plants How-To
How to Grow Basil at Home
Want fresh basil all season? Follow our expert tips on how to grow basil, maintain plant health, and harvest delicious leaves for your kitchen.
Updated October 24, 2024
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Do-It-Yourself Flowers and Plants How-To Landscaping
Best Way to Snuff Out Weeds in Your Flower Bed
iscover the best ways to eliminate weeds from your flower bed. Learn effective strategies like mulching, hand weeding, using barriers, and applying herbicides to keep your garden weed-free.
Updated October 16, 2024
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Do-It-Yourself How-To Lawn Tools Power Tools
Lawn Mower Oil Maintenance: How Often Should You Change It?
Find out how often to change your lawn mower oil for optimal performance. Learn the signs it's time for an oil change, how to do it, and maintenance tips to keep your mower running smoothly.
Updated October 14, 2024
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Do-It-Yourself How-To Trees
How to Prune Apple Trees
Learn how to prune apple trees effectively to promote healthy growth, enhance fruit production, and maintain your tree's shape.
Updated October 1, 2024
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How-To Trees
Everything You Need to Know About Planting Apple Trees in Your Yard
Everything you need to know about planting apple trees in your yard, from choosing the right variety and site preparation to care tips for a bountiful harvest.
Updated October 1, 2024
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Do-It-Yourself Flowers and Plants How-To Vegetables
How to Prune Tomato Plants
Prune your tomato plants like a pro—improve air circulation, control growth, and grow bigger, tastier tomatoes.
Updated September 15, 2024
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How-To Lawn Tools
Can You Cut Wet Grass? Mowing Hacks That’ll Change the Look of Your Garden
Can you cut wet grass? Here's the scoop: ideally, no. But if you really have to, here's how to do it the right way.
Updated September 3, 2024
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How-To Power Tools Trees
Tree Felling: How To Safely Remove a Tree Yourself
Learn how to safely remove a tree from your property with our guide to tree felling. Get step-by-step instructions for DIY tree removal.
Updated August 23, 2024
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Do-It-Yourself How-To Trees
How to Cut Down a Tree: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learn to cut down a tree safely as an amateur arboriculturist. Follow our comprehensive guide for step-by-step instructions.
Updated August 23, 2024
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How-To
How To Build a Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder
Are you fighting a never-ending battle with squirrels destroying your bird feeder? Keep them away for good with a squirrel-proof bird feeder!
Updated July 19, 2024
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How-To
How To Build a Brick Fire Pit on a Budget
Fire pit is the perfect way to enjoy the outdoors in any season. Learn how to build your own brick fire pit on a budget from scratch.
Updated July 19, 2024
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