Green thumbs rejoice! The long-standing Illustrated Guide to Gardening from Reader's Digest has been recently revised and updated to include color photos, illustrations, and is entirely focused on organic solutions.…
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Ace Hardware helped us setup a home garden center for our neighbor that included must-haves for any avid gardener.…
From foliage to roughage, a well-tended garden can boost your home’s curb appeal, cut your grocery bill, and help you be more environmentally friendly all in one swoop. But if you’re like us, finding the time to garden between…
Searching for a way to garden a little greener while creating less waste in the kitchen? Look no further than your trusty coffee maker for one of the best fertilizers, composters, bug repellants and worm cuisine! Here’s a list…
Mulching is an essential gardening practice that many homeowners often overlook. A layer of mulch can provide many benefits for your garden, such as conserving moisture, suppressing weeds, improving soil health, and enhancing the overall appearance of your landscape.…
Our fast-growing trees require regular tree trimming and topping. Here's how we manage our trees to maintain their health and beauty.…
Winter is peeking around the corner and ready to cast a frost across the garden you've carefully cultivated all spring and summer.…
Felco Tools makes a major donation of tools to African Women Rising that will help turnaround the countries food shortages.…
Gas-powered outdoor power tools are used by thousands of homeowners across the country. But many of them experience frustration every spring when they go to start up their tools and find out they didn't take the proper steps to…
Enjoy your time spent gardening even more with these tips and new tools from Lowe's and Kobalt.…
Fountain is a mobile app (iOS only for now) that connects you to an expert over video chat – in five minutes or less!…
This garden cart can handle anything and can be yours by entering our Giveaway…
Don't be scared of this water hose as the RoboReel will become your best partner in gardening.…
When the temperature drops you can still reap the benefits of healthy vegetables and prepare your garden to survive winter…
Amy Devers of the DIY Network shares the behind the scenes secrets from her shows like Fix This Yard and more…
Craftsman continues to innovate in the cordless tool market for do-it-yourselfers with many new products to help with gardening and around the house. They’re now making a natural push into the workwear category and because they are a Sears…
This summer we traveled to New York to check out the Lowe’s Designer Charity Challenge. We were inspired by what all three designers were able to accomplish using Lowe’s 2012 outdoor collection as well as other items from the…
We love finding creative uses for common household items. Take coffee, for example. It’s delicious, and for many of us, it’s the fuel that keeps us going throughout a hectic day. And better yet? You can use it to…
It’s here! The weekend that Angelenos have been dreading for months. CARMAGEDDON!!! Simply put, the 405 freeway will be closed for two days at 10-mile stretch between I-10 and the 101 to repair a damaged bridge. The run up…
One of the disadvantages to living in a loft, apartment or condo is the lack of outdoor space. As a Kansas City loft dweller, I find myself lamenting my lack of balcony or patio on a daily basis, especially…
Isn’t everything more enjoyable if you can make it a party? You may have attended (or hosted) a clothing or housewares swap party, but what about planning one with a DIY focus? Gather up anything DIY-related you’re no longer…
My grandma, an avid gardener, has plant beds all around her home. Yet one of my favorite memories is of her window boxes, which were perched on her home’s front windows and spilled over with brightly colored flowers, usually…
For a multitude of reasons, not everyone can plant a traditional garden. Maybe you live in an apartment or condo where green space is sparse and not really yours to dig up. Perhaps your soil is inhospitable to anything…
With autumn drawing to a close, it’s time to address the arduous task of cleaning up all those gorgeous fall leaves strewn about your yard. However, many waste management companies and municipalities are requiring that yard waste be bagged…
Regardless of where you stand politically, we think everyone can agree that campaign yard signs are an eyesore, especially after election day. They remain long after the ballots have been counted, sometimes lasting until spring elections. They get dirty…
Fall is beginning its chilled, colorful sweep across the country. And even though gardening may be moving to the bottom on your list of priorities, this is actually the prime time of year to focus on how you want…