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Skunks in your yard? Banish them with this unusual item — and it's not coffee grounds
By Cynthia Lawrence Published
Ditch the coffee grounds — this is the secret scent that instantly repels skunks in your yard.

The 3 kitchen scraps I never throw away if I want sweet, ripe tomatoes
By Alice Carroll Published
Boost your tomato harvest for free using eggshells, banana peels, and coffee grounds to prevent rot, accelerate ripening, and fuel healthier plant growth.

This ‘gimmicky’ Shark cleaning tool has now become my go-to gardening essential — here’s why
By Cynthia Lawrence Published
Ditch your leaf blower — the Shark BlastBoss is the only gardening tool I reach for now. Here’s how I use it.

How do I know when my homegrown tomatoes have peak flavor? 3 things to look for before picking
By Cynthia Lawrence Published
If you’re wondering why your homegrown tomatoes aren't flavorful, you’re probably picking them at the wrong time. Here’s the right time to pick.

Hydrangea help? 4 key steps that turned my potted hydrangea from grumpy to green again
By Annie Collyer Published
Hydrangea struggling? Here’s my rescue plan that transformed my fading blooms.

Why is my grass patchy after seeding? I asked the experts how to fix it
By Cynthia Lawrence Published
Do you have patches ruining your lawn? Gardeners reveal the reason your lawn is still patchy after seeding it and how to fix it.

Skunk in your backyard? Experts share the signs to look out for
By Camilla Sharman Published
The good, the bad and the stinky! How to tell if you’ve got skunks in your backyard.

Want to keep your garden alive in a heatwave? This clever landscaping trend could be the answer
By Camilla Sharman Last updated
Will xeriscaping save your yard in a heatwave? What you need to know.
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