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Learn how to plant a garden, build a raised bed garden and find the right tool for your job with the help of our gardening experts.

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    The Benefits of Using Crushed Seashells in Your Soil

    Are crushed seashells the answer for improving your garden soil? Under the right conditions, they might be just what...


    We Found the 7 Best Pruning Shears After Weeks of Testing

    Our product testing team found the best pruning shears after months of testing.


    Can You Really Use Ladybugs To Get Aphids Off Your Plants?

    We love ladybugs for a good reason. They eat those nasty aphids that are sucking the life out of our...


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    10 Shrubs That Add Seasonal Color To Your Garden

    For persistent color in your landscape every year, plant dynamic colorful shrubs that bring interest with their fabulous foliage and...


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    Invasive Plants Taking Over Your Garden? Try This

    Keep spreading plants from choking out the rest of your garden.


    Does the Skeeter Hawk Fly Trap Work? Tested & Reviewed

    We tried this chemical-free flying insect trap to limit the number of irritating mosquito bites we endured. Here's what we...


    7 Best Fertilizers for Houseplants

    Houseplants rely on you for the nutrients they need to remain healthy. Choose the best fertilizer for your houseplants and...


    Guide To Greenhouse Gardening

    Greenhouse gardening involves a lot more than just building a shed and putting plants in it. Read on for an...

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    How To Make a DIY Hydroponic Garden

    Buy a salad, eat for a night. Spend a couple of hours on this build and eat salad for life.


    What to Know About a Subcompact Tractor

    With long-running diesel engines and chassis made for chores, tractors are workhorses for any landowner. If you measure your property...


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    Stihl Cordless Pruning Saw Review: Is This Battery-Powered Pruning Saw Worth Buying?

    Kiss those hand-cramping pruners, shears and loopers goodbye. Try this Family Handyman Approved battery operated pruner instead.


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    9 Inspirational Vertical Garden Ideas for Your Home

    Do you have a small yard or balcony? Look up! Vertical gardens can grow all your favorite plants and vegetables...


    Here’s How To Keep Squash Bugs Out of Your Garden

    If you're a gourd grower, here's how to keep squash bugs out of your garden so they don't ruin your...


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    Should You Use Baking Soda in Your Garden?

    Spoiler alert: Baking soda is great for some things, but not necessarily in the garden. Here are common baking soda...


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    Long Sleeve Sun Shirt for Outdoor Protection and Comfort: Tested & Reviewed

    Have some fun in the sun wearing this Family Handyman Approved work shirt with built-in UV protection.


    How To Grow a Pineapple Plant In Your Home

    Want to grow your own pineapple house plant? Here's how.


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    10 Best Flowers That Bloom All Summer

    While some summer flowers have brief moments in the spotlight, these beauties keep on blooming right up until fall in...

    10 Types of Japanese Maples

    There are hundreds of types of Japanese maples, one more colorful and graceful than the next. Here are 10 of...


    What To Know About Growing Meyer Lemon Trees

    Meyer lemon trees grown in containers can be taken inside in winter. Where it's warmer, they can be grown in...


    10 Vegetable Garden Design Ideas

    Need inspiration as you plan a beautiful home garden? Check out this list, evaluated by our garden design expert.


    How To Keep Pests Out of Your Garden With Wire Mesh

    Choose wire mesh to protect your plants and keep pests like rabbits, deer and chipmunks out of your garden.


    10 Best Outdoor Plant Pots for Your Garden

    Transform any space into an all-season container garden with these outdoor plant pots.


    Family Handyman Approved: Ranger Ready Repellent

    Check out the buzz surrounding this DEET-free, Family Handyman Approved insect repellent.

    How To Grow Raspberries

    Once you know how to prune them, raspberries are easy to grow, easy to pick and delicious to eat.


    11 Vegetable Garden Ideas

    From raised beds to balcony planters, these simple vegetable garden ideas will inspire you to turn your outdoor space into...


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    No Job Is too Tough for Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap

    A fiercely degreasing hand soap that's still gentle on your skin?  Give this Family Handyman Approved Grime Hand Soap a...


    7 Ways To Use Vinegar In the Garden — Or Not

    Gardening pros say that despite oodles of online claims to the contrary, vinegar is not all that effective or useful...


    How To Grow Corn in Your Backyard Garden

    You can successfully grow sweet corn even if you don't have a huge garden or backyard. Here's how to do...


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    10 Raised Bed Garden Ideas

    From DIY projects to store-bought kits, use these raised bed garden ideas to take your garden to a new height!