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Salting your driveway? Here's when you should actually be doing it for maximum melt
By Cynthia Lawrence published
The best time to salt your driveway is not when you think — and it’s a common mistake.

You don't need a bird feeder — this hardy plant with bountiful berries will keep birds flocking to your yard
By Madeleine Streets published
Dogwoods are year-round plants with berries that will rival any feeder when it comes to encouraging birds into your yard.

After a brutal winter, will spring be warm? The Old Farmer's Almanac has the answer
By Camilla Sharman published
Warm spring on the horizon? The Old Farmer’s Almanac says yes, despite heavy winter snow. What does it mean for gardeners?

The temperature is plummeting, so make sure you follow these 3 steps to keep your phone safe from the cold
By Josh Render published
Keep your phone as wrapped up as yourself

Your bird feeder could be hiding infection and disease — here's how to tell, and what to do about it
By Madeleine Streets published
Bird feeders are a wonderful addition to your yard, but they can also spread disease if not managed properly.

Is January too late to plant spring bulbs? No, but here's how to do it the right way
By Madeleine Streets published
Planting in January means you may have to wait a little longer to see your plants flower, but you should still be able to enjoy the fruits of your labor within the next few months.

Why your Christmas cactus leaves are turning red — and how to bring back the green
By Kaycee Hill published
Discover what causes Christmas cactus to turn red and how to fix it before the damage gets worse.

I just tried this cordless snow shovel that throws 20 feet — and it’s a total game changer
By Mike Prospero last updated
I used a cordless snow shovel for the first time, and it proved to be a real game-changer.
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