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Your Guide to Growing Mint Indoors, Plus When to Harvest It

Mint juleps, mojitos, chimichurri and pesto are just a few reasons why growing mint indoors will become one of your favorite hobbies.

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The Charcuterie Ice Platter Every Outdoor Celebration Needs

Because no one likes warm meats and cheeses that have been sitting out all day. Here's why we love this...


How to Grow Basil Indoors and When to Harvest It

Wondering how to grow basil indoors? A sunny window or an inexpensive grow light combined with a packet of seeds...


These Insanely Cool Reusable Water Balloons Provide Endless Summer Fun

There's no more picking up pieces of single-use water balloons covering your lawn, thanks to self-sealing reusable water balloons!


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How to Smoke a Pork Butt, According to Our Test Kitchen Grilling Pro

Ready to become a pitmaster? Here's how to smoke a pork butt in your own backyard.

These Tiki Mosquito Lights Bring Backyard Bliss All. Summer. Long.

So long, bug spray. Keep backyard bugs away from your deck or patio all year with these Tiki mosquito lights.


This Corkcicle Can Cooler Will Keep Your Drink Cool All. Summer. Long.

Make summertime living even easier with the Corkcicle can cooler—the latest and greatest warm-weather accessory that keeps your drinks cool...

The Best Gas Grills to Buy in 2023, According to Our Test Kitchen

If you love the convenience of grilling with gas, our Test Kitchen pros picked out the best gas grills for...


I Tried the Ooni Pizza Oven—And Backyard Pizza Nights Will Never Be the Same

Since owning the Ooni Koda 12, we've barely ordered takeout. Homemade pizzas are just so much better! Here's everything you...


How to Repot a Plant the Right Way, According to a Viral Video

Every plant parent should know how to repot a plant.


How to Grow Strawberries

Learning how to grow strawberries is within reach, regardless of space and expertise.

How to Use Hot Pepper Spray for Plants in Your Garden

The rabbits love your garden as much as you do! This hot pepper spray for plants is a safe, cheap...


What I Wish I Knew Before Planting My Succulent Garden

The key to a happy succulent garden is thoughtful planning and preparation.



What’s the Difference Between Mock Strawberry and Wild Strawberry Plants?

Tricked by a mock strawberry plant in the backyard? Here's how to tell them apart from the sweet and juicy...


19 Best Grilling Accessories You Need at Your Station

No backyard BBQ is complete without these grilling accessories Amazon customers adore.

This Is What the Color of Your Garden Soil Means

For healthy plants, keep an eye on the soil color.


If You See a Green Porch Light, This Is What It Means

What does a green porch light mean? You may see them around your neighborhood for a very specific reason.


This Is Why Southern Homes Have a “Joggling Board” on the Front Porch

These rocking benches have a rich history in South Carolina.


How to Propagate Succulents from a Cutting, Leaf or Pup

Ready to grow your collection of houseplants? Learn how to propagate succulents to create brand-new plants for free.


Spray-Painted Mums Make Gorgeous Christmas Decorations—Here’s How

Don't toss out your dead mums from October. You can transform them for the holidays with a can of spray...


How to Prepare Your Garden for Winter in Two Days

For a healthy spring landscape, spend a fall weekend preparing your garden for winter. It's easy with our straightforward, how-to...


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How To Close Down Your Vegetable Garden for the Winter

While fall winds down, there’s still some garden winterization to do. Here’s how to handle your final harvest, plus tips...


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7 Perennials You Should Divide in the Fall

Get more plants for less by dividing perennials at the right time.


17 Holiday Door and Porch Decorating Ideas

The most wonderful time of year is (almost) here. Prepare to welcome guests to your home with these dazzling holiday...

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Do Bees Need Water in Winter?

We're bee-lovers here! Learn how to help thirsty bees in winter so pollinators make it through to spring.


If You See a Purple Porch Light, This Is What It Means

People use colored lights to bring awareness to a plethora of different issues. Here's the meaning of purple porch lights.


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10 Perennials You Should Cut Back Every Fall (And 5 to Let Be)

Winterizing your garden includes trimming back some perennials and leaving others until spring. Our experts tell you what to do...


How to Identify and Fix Common Vegetable Garden Problems and Pests

You spend all summer tending your garden, waiting for that perfect harvest. But plenty of common vegetable garden problems and...


Everything You Need to Know About When to Plant Peonies

This guide explains what you need to know about when to plant peonies—plus, we're sharing the peonies that people can't...


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These Red Double Tulips Are Our No. 1 Pick for Fall Planting

You won't want to skip out on planting red double tulips this fall for a bold pop of color in...