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How to get rid of flies, mosquitoes, gnats and other household insects

While their antics are entertaining, squirrels can cause a lot of damage when they start digging up potted plants. Common tree squirrels with their big bushy tails and striped ground squirrels (also known as chipmunks) can uproot a thriving container garden in short order. Guided by their instinct to bury food for later use, squirrels often see a pot as a perfect spot for hiding their bounty. Also, the tender vegetation in the container is a tempting food source. Encourage these active rodents to play in the dirt elsewhere with these simple tactics for protecting your potted plants.

How to Keep Squirrels Out of Potted Plants: 7 Smart Tips

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It's miserably hot out there. When you're figuring out how to stay cool, you might be inclined to try this strange curtain hack. We'll tell you if it works.

The Bizarre Curtain Hack That Claims To Keep Rooms Cool In Summer Heat. Does It Work?

Invasive plants ruin the beauty of your yard, make extra work, and cost money to get rid of. Some–like dandelions–appear as volunteers. Others–like buckthorn–are planted by homeowners because of their looks and can take over the yard. A few–like English ivy–are toxic to humans and pets.

10 Worst Invasive Plants In Your Yard – And How To Remove Them

Gardening can be a fulfilling and therapeutic hobby, but it comes with its challenges, one of the most common being pests. Fortunately, nature has provided us with beautiful flowers that not only add charm and color to our gardens but also act as natural pest repellents. Integrating these flowers into your garden can help reduce the need for chemical pesticides and create a healthier, more eco-friendly environment.

10 Flowers That Repel Pests Naturally

Learn about gall wasps and why, for the most part, you shouldn't be concerned about seeing them in your garden. Learn to spot gall wasps in your garden.

Why You Shouldn't Be Alarmed When Finding Gall Wasps In Your Yard

The black orchid flower is an unusual beauty. Read more to learn how to grow these black flowers from seed and add some drama to your garden.

You Can Grow A Rare Black Orchid Flower From Seed. Here's How

The summer months are full of sunshine, heat, and, unfortunately, pests. Ants in particular are marching across our picnic tables and into our homes more frequently during the warmer season. Many gardeners and homeowners prefer not to use poisons to get rid of ants, which has people considering more natural...

Can Coffee Grounds Repel Ants? Here's What the Experts Say

While firestick plants can be grown in the ground in certain climates, here's why you may want to consider growing them in containers instead.

The Benefits Of Planting Firestick Plants In Containers Instead Of The Ground

Fixer Upper star Joanna Gaines has a clever trick for permanently removing small appliances from your countertops, keeping them pristine.

Fixer Upper's Joanna Gaines Shares A Cabinet Upgrade That Reduces Counter Clutter

Taking the time for this gardening task will actually help to bring beautiful hummingbirds to the flowers in your yard on a regular basis. Here's how.

The Easy Gardening Task That'll Bring More Colorful Hummingbirds To Your Yard

Garden hoses, while useful to have in your yard, are not the most visually pleasing to look at. Luckily, you can stylishly store them with this basket hack.

Easily Repurpose An Old Basket Into The Cutest Garden Hose Storage Solution

When a heatwave arrives, you may feel like your plants need extra attention, but it may not be the kind of support you would expect. Here's what not to do.

Gardening Tasks You Shouldn't Do If A Heatwave Is Coming

Looking to quickly add some color, fragrance, and privacy to your garden? Try planting this fast-growing and native variety of wisteria. Here's what to know.

The Fast-Growing Vine That'll Add Deep Fragrance And Color To Your Yard

As warm weather comes, and your garden blooms, deer are just waiting to come nibble your flowers. This stunning species, though, may help turn them away.

The Beautiful Deer-Resistant Blue Flower That's Perfect For Your Pollinator Garden

In certain areas, bahiagrass is more of a nuisance than a desirable grass variety. Here's how to get rid of bahiagrass (and keep it from spreading).

Here's How To Cut Out The Invasive Bahiagrass That's Taking Over Your Lawn

Every item on this page was chosen by a The Pioneer Woman editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. The best gardeners know that the secret to successful crops often involves more than just planting seeds and watering. Companion planting, the strategic placement of certain plants together for mutual benefit, is a time-honored technique that can take all of your crops—including your cucumber harvest—to new heights.

15 Best Cucumber Companion Plants to Grow in Your Vegetable Garden

We’ve got everything you need to know to Prune Cucumber Plants to Get More Juicy Cucumbers! What are you waiting for? Read on!. After all that hard work, a bad harvest can spoil your mood. Not anymore, though; with these tips and tricks on pruning cucumbers for a juicy harvest, you’ll have plenty of these veggies, and that too, really good ones!

Prune Cucumber Plants This Way for Bumper Harvest and Juicy Fruits

Lemon cucumbers are a unique addition to edible gardens, providing tasty, round fruits. Here's how to grow them to get a big, healthy harvest from your plants.

How To Plant Lemon Cucumbers: The Unique Vegetable That's Surprisingly Easy-To-Grow

Garages get cluttered very quickly, but luckily, you can remedy that with a cabinet storage system. Here are some great options with different selling points.

13 Garage Cabinet Systems That Are Worth The Investment

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The Cucumber-Aluminum Foil Hack People Use To Repel Slugs (& Does It Really Work)?

When slugs are destroying your garden, you may...

The Cucumber-Aluminum Foil Hack People Use To Repel Slugs (& Does It Really Work)?

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