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7 easy vegetables to plant in August that thrive as summer fades
By Madeleine Streets Published
August is the secret to a longer growing season — 7 vegetables to plant now.

6 must-have BBQ-Aid tools for the ultimate backyard feast
By Will Salmon Published
Be the master of the grill with this selection of BBQ-Aid utensils – most of which are currently on sale at Amazon.

The 48-hour water trick that brought my heat-stressed lavender’s smell back
By Kaycee Hill Published
Is your lavender fading in the heat? High temps drain essential oils fast. Here's the fix to restore your plant's aroma in 48 hours.

Why your tomatoes won’t turn red in the heat — and when you should pick them
By Camilla Sharman Published
Stop waiting for your tomatoes to turn red in a heatwave — here’s when you should pick them.

These 21 Walmart patio and garden deals under $50 can transform your backyard on a budget
By Olivia Halevy Last updated
Some of the best Walmart outdoor deals come in under $50! Check out the best upgrades to make your home and garden feel like a luxury resort.

Gardeners are ditching lavender for this tougher, long-blooming shrub — and it doesn’t go woody
By Camilla Sharman Published
Struggling with lavender? Why this resilient alternative is a better choice.

We asked over 3,000 people what their biggest lawn care challenges were — and one answer came out on top
By Grace Dean Published
We asked Tom's Guide readers what their biggest problem is with their lawn. Here's the resounding answer — and I have to say, I completely agree.

Expert shares clever ice cube hack that could banish flies from your yard this summer
By Cynthia Lawrence Published
Flies ruining your backyard gatherings? Check out this surprising (yet clever) ice cube hack homeowners are using to keep flies away.
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