Compost vs. Fertilizer: The Differences Explained
Compost and fertilizer are both important for growing healthy plants at home. Find out what the difference is between these two garden products and how to use each to your advantage.
Emily Cordo
Gardening
Gardening isn't just about growing plants. It's about creating a deeper connection between us, our yards, and our planet. From flower gardens to veggies to the most beautiful lawn on the block, take pride in your garden and let us help you maximize its potential.
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Your lawn is your home's welcome mat. Make sure you're sending the right message to your neighbors. We've got the best products for keeping your grass green and maintenance tips to make caring for your lawn simple and enjoyable.
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Plants are the heartbeat of the garden. And they can add the same vitality to your indoor spaces. Get tips and tricks for growing vegetables, flowers, and houseplants, as well as our DIY guides for plant-related projects and problems, right here.
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From mowers to pruning shears, the right tools can make a huge difference in how much effort you have to put into maintaining your yard. Our product reviews and best-of lists can help you find exactly what you need to maximize results for the best looking yard on the block.
Soil Building
Soil building is an incredibly important part of gardening, as the soil’s health and quality directly affects the health of your plants. There are many components that play into soil building, such as types and textures, composting, cover cropping, mulching, organic fertilizers, and more. Learn all about improving the soil in your garden here.
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Recent Gardening Articles
Sedum Nussbaumerianum – How To Grow, Care For and Propagate
How Sedum Nussbaumerianum looks and what kind of care it requires depends on if you grow it indoors or outdoors. Find out everything you need to know about this strange little succulent by reading our handy care guide.
Emily Cordo
How to Aerate Soil in Potted Plants
Just like compact soil causes problems for your lawn, it can also be problematic for your houseplants. In this helpful guide, we’ll walk through why aerating plants is necessary and how you can easily do this for your houseplants.
Emily Cordo
How to Clean and Sterilize Pruning Shears
If you’ve used your pruning shears to trim diseased limbs or leaves from foliage around your house, then you need to sterilize them before using them on another plant. Here, we’ll show you how to do this the right way to assure they are fully cleaned without putting them at risk of rusting.
Aaron Green
Lava Rock vs Fire Glass – Which Is Better For a Fire Pit?
Choosing between lava rock vs fire glass for your new firepit is about more than looks. These two materials function differently in the fire and come with different considerations. Find out which is best for your needs, right here.
Aaron Green
Growing Tomatoes Indoors – What You Need and How To Do It
Stop wasting money on store-bought tomatoes! You can grow and harvest your own tomatoes even when you don’t have an outdoor garden. Learn how to grow tomatoes indoors here.
Emily Cordo