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Use beer, soap, or soy sauce-filled bottle caps as traps, or create barriers to prevent crawling pests from destroying your garden quickly and naturally.
How To Repurpose Old Bottle Caps In Your Garden To Prevent Pests - Outdoor Guide
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February 18, 2026 at 4:59 AM
Use beer, soap, or soy sauce-filled bottle caps as traps, or create barriers to prevent crawling pests from destroying your garden quickly and naturally.
Sunflowers are actually nemesis plants when it comes to tomatoes. They can block the sun, but more importantly they are allelopathic, shedding plant toxins.
If Your Tomato Plants Are Struggling, This Flower Might Be The Culprit - Outdoor Guide
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February 18, 2026 at 3:17 AM
Sunflowers are actually nemesis plants when it comes to tomatoes. They can block the sun, but more importantly they are allelopathic, shedding plant toxins.
The best speed for mowing your lawn is between 3 and 5 miles per hour. Any faster and you may risk uneven cuts that result in a patchy lawn.
Here's The Best Speed For Mowing Your Lawn (& Why Going Faster Isn't Wise) - Outdoor Guide
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February 18, 2026 at 1:48 AM
The best speed for mowing your lawn is between 3 and 5 miles per hour. Any faster and you may risk uneven cuts that result in a patchy lawn.
Shou sugi ban, or yakisugi, is a centuries-old Japanese technique to char wood, protecting it from the elements. It works well on untreated owl nest boxes.
This Ancient Technique Is A Stylish Way To Protect Your Owl Nesting Boxes - Outdoor Guide
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February 17, 2026 at 11:39 PM
Shou sugi ban, or yakisugi, is a centuries-old Japanese technique to char wood, protecting it from the elements. It works well on untreated owl nest boxes.
Old potting soil can be added to clay soil to improve soil structure, and many flowering plants that pollinators love grow just fine in nutrient-poor soils.
Don't Throw Away Old Potting Soil, Use It To Attract More Pollinators To Your Yard - Outdoor Guide
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February 17, 2026 at 9:36 PM
Old potting soil can be added to clay soil to improve soil structure, and many flowering plants that pollinators love grow just fine in nutrient-poor soils.
Sweet alyssum is a low-maintenance ground cover with aromatic white flowers. Sow seeds two weeks before the first frost, or start indoors in mid-winter.
Plant This Frost-Tolerant Flower As Winter Ends To Get A Jumpstart On Spring Gardening - Outdoor Guide
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February 17, 2026 at 7:38 PM
Sweet alyssum is a low-maintenance ground cover with aromatic white flowers. Sow seeds two weeks before the first frost, or start indoors in mid-winter.
If you have leftover pavers from a gardening project, you can secure them together with the help of glue and some clamps to make a sturdy planter.
Turn Your Leftover Pavers Into A Sturdy Planter You'll Love - Outdoor Guide
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February 17, 2026 at 2:03 PM
If you have leftover pavers from a gardening project, you can secure them together with the help of glue and some clamps to make a sturdy planter.
Many varieties of maple tree can bring benefits to your yard, but be warned: The roots and branches of the silver maple could cause you all kinds of trouble.
The Large Maple Tree Variety You Should Reconsider Planting In Your Yard - Outdoor Guide
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February 17, 2026 at 8:41 AM
Many varieties of maple tree can bring benefits to your yard, but be warned: The roots and branches of the silver maple could cause you all kinds of trouble.
If your hydrangeas aren't getting enough sun or need more space, you should move them carefully and quickly to avoid transplant shock and water them generously.
What You Need To Know Before Transplanting The Hydrangeas In Your Garden - Outdoor Guide
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February 17, 2026 at 4:34 AM
If your hydrangeas aren't getting enough sun or need more space, you should move them carefully and quickly to avoid transplant shock and water them generously.
Turn your old or unused birdbath into a creative plant stand. The basin can hold one large hanging plant, or you can display several potted plants.
Repurpose Your Old Birdbath For A Stunning DIY Plant Stand - Outdoor Guide
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February 17, 2026 at 2:41 AM
Turn your old or unused birdbath into a creative plant stand. The basin can hold one large hanging plant, or you can display several potted plants.
When planting hydrangeas, consider a number of factors to ensure thriving, blooming plants. Some are cold hardy or sun tolerant, some are compact or massive.
Stop Guessing: Here's How To Pick The Perfect Type Of Hydrangeas For Your Yard - Outdoor Guide
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February 17, 2026 at 1:55 AM
When planting hydrangeas, consider a number of factors to ensure thriving, blooming plants. Some are cold hardy or sun tolerant, some are compact or massive.
Sunflowers are actually nemesis plants when it comes to tomatoes. They can block the sun, but more importantly they are allelopathic, shedding plant toxins.
If Your Tomato Plants Are Struggling, This Flower Might Be The Culprit - Outdoor Guide
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February 17, 2026 at 1:26 AM
Sunflowers are actually nemesis plants when it comes to tomatoes. They can block the sun, but more importantly they are allelopathic, shedding plant toxins.
Black cumin is grown as a spice and medicinal plant in the Middle East and North Africa. Grow patches in your garden to attract honeybees and other pollinators.
Grow This Kitchen Spice To Help Bring More Pollinators To Your Garden - Outdoor Guide
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February 17, 2026 at 12:39 AM
Black cumin is grown as a spice and medicinal plant in the Middle East and North Africa. Grow patches in your garden to attract honeybees and other pollinators.
Make a frozen bird feeder bowl by freezing water between two different sized bowls. Fill the water with fruit and freeze. Fill with seeds and nuts, and hang.
DIY A Clever Frozen Bird Feeder That Keeps Birds Coming To Your Yard In The Winter - Outdoor Guide
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February 16, 2026 at 10:02 PM
Make a frozen bird feeder bowl by freezing water between two different sized bowls. Fill the water with fruit and freeze. Fill with seeds and nuts, and hang.
Use beer, soap, or soy sauce-filled bottle caps as traps, or create barriers to prevent crawling pests from destroying your garden quickly and naturally.
How To Repurpose Old Bottle Caps In Your Garden To Prevent Pests - Outdoor Guide
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February 16, 2026 at 6:16 PM
Use beer, soap, or soy sauce-filled bottle caps as traps, or create barriers to prevent crawling pests from destroying your garden quickly and naturally.
Plan ahead when car camping: Give yourself plenty of leeway to arrive at your site before dark, and inventory and test all equipment before getting on the road.
Avoid These Common Car Camping Mistakes That Ruin Trips - Outdoor Guide
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February 16, 2026 at 4:21 PM
Plan ahead when car camping: Give yourself plenty of leeway to arrive at your site before dark, and inventory and test all equipment before getting on the road.
Strawberry plants appeal to mice for many reasons: The fruit smells and tastes great, while the leaves and deadfall provide cover and nesting materials.
Reconsider Planting This Fruit To Help Keep Mice Out Of Your Garden - Outdoor Guide
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February 16, 2026 at 3:12 PM
Strawberry plants appeal to mice for many reasons: The fruit smells and tastes great, while the leaves and deadfall provide cover and nesting materials.
Offering cardinals dried fruits in winter, like apples, raisins, and apricots, is a high-calorie nutrient-rich option. Use fruit with no added sugar or flavors.
Attract More Cardinals This Winter With These Tasty Fruit Treats - Outdoor Guide
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February 16, 2026 at 1:35 PM
Offering cardinals dried fruits in winter, like apples, raisins, and apricots, is a high-calorie nutrient-rich option. Use fruit with no added sugar or flavors.
Many varieties of maple tree can bring benefits to your yard, but be warned: The roots and branches of the silver maple could cause you all kinds of trouble.
The Large Maple Tree Variety You Should Reconsider Planting In Your Yard - Outdoor Guide
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February 16, 2026 at 4:33 AM
Many varieties of maple tree can bring benefits to your yard, but be warned: The roots and branches of the silver maple could cause you all kinds of trouble.
HGTV's Jasmine Roth turned two old wood straight ladders into a vertical plant wall for potted plants. She attached them to the side of the house in a carport.
Jasmine Roth's DIY Trick Adds Instant Curb Appeal To Your Front Yard - Outdoor Guide
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February 16, 2026 at 2:15 AM
HGTV's Jasmine Roth turned two old wood straight ladders into a vertical plant wall for potted plants. She attached them to the side of the house in a carport.
Successfully growing orchids outdoors begins with choosing the right type for your climate. Provide plenty of shade and moisture, and they'll be happy plants.
Simple Tips To Help Your Orchids Thrive When Growing Them Outdoors - Outdoor Guide
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February 16, 2026 at 1:26 AM
Successfully growing orchids outdoors begins with choosing the right type for your climate. Provide plenty of shade and moisture, and they'll be happy plants.
Plant black raspberries and red raspberries at least 100 feet apart from each other to help prevent the spread of aphid-borne disease between them.
Think Twice Before Planting These Popular Berries Together In Your Garden - Outdoor Guide
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February 15, 2026 at 11:46 PM
Plant black raspberries and red raspberries at least 100 feet apart from each other to help prevent the spread of aphid-borne disease between them.
Turn your old or unused birdbath into a creative plant stand. The basin can hold one large hanging plant, or you can display several potted plants.
Repurpose Your Old Birdbath For A Stunning DIY Plant Stand - Outdoor Guide
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February 15, 2026 at 10:50 PM
Turn your old or unused birdbath into a creative plant stand. The basin can hold one large hanging plant, or you can display several potted plants.
When planting hydrangeas, consider a number of factors to ensure thriving, blooming plants. Some are cold hardy or sun tolerant, some are compact or massive.
Stop Guessing: Here's How To Pick The Perfect Type Of Hydrangeas For Your Yard - Outdoor Guide
www.outdoorguide.com
February 15, 2026 at 9:38 PM
When planting hydrangeas, consider a number of factors to ensure thriving, blooming plants. Some are cold hardy or sun tolerant, some are compact or massive.
Black cumin is grown as a spice and medicinal plant in the Middle East and North Africa. Grow patches in your garden to attract honeybees and other pollinators.
Grow This Kitchen Spice To Help Bring More Pollinators To Your Garden - Outdoor Guide
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February 15, 2026 at 8:51 PM
Black cumin is grown as a spice and medicinal plant in the Middle East and North Africa. Grow patches in your garden to attract honeybees and other pollinators.