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How to Cover Outdoor Faucets for Winter

Last Updated November 29, 2021 By Jena Slocum

frozen outdoor faucet on brick wall

Covering outdoor faucets is an important part of winterizing your plumbing. If you forget this vital step, you might find yourself dealing with frozen pipes. You could even end up with a serious plumbing leak or cracked pipes as a result.  Covering your outdoor faucets for the winter isn’t a labor-intensive chore, but it’s an […]

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How to Get Rid of Monkey Grass

Last Updated September 24, 2021 By Jena Slocum

monkey grass with tiny purple flowers

Ground covering plants are notoriously hard to eradicate. They have robust root structures that grow out sideways and spread quickly. Monkey Grass is one of these ground covering plants that is a nuisance for many gardeners and homeowners. The fact that Monkey Grass grows in many different climates and is so drought-resistant means that you […]

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How To Get Rid Of Clover Mites

Last Updated September 24, 2021 By Jena Slocum

clover mite on rock

Don’t let their cute name deceive you. Clover mites can be a huge nuisance and can easily take over backyards in large numbers. However, they are considerably small, and if they infest your outdoor area, you should be aware that they can grow into hundreds of thousands if you don’t properly take care of the […]

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How to Drain Outdoor Water Pipes for Winter

Last Updated September 24, 2021 By Jena Slocum

frozen outdoor water faucet

With the winter months fast approaching, it’s time to start thinking about how to prepare your outdoor water pipes for the cold weather. Draining your outdoor water pipes is very important and the process is actually quite simple. Draining your outdoor water pipes prevents outside damage and it can also help to prevent potential indoor […]

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How to Get Rid of June Bugs

Last Updated September 24, 2021 By Jena Slocum

june bug in grass

June bugs are pesky creatures that can invade your home and cause all sorts of trouble. They love to eat the fruits and vegetables you grow in your garden, disrupt bird feeders, and attack your flowers. If June bugs have invaded your property, it’s time to take action!  To get rid of June bugs, the […]

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How to Transplant Monkey Grass

Last Updated September 24, 2021 By Jena Slocum

monkey grass with tiny purple flowers

Sometimes the yard you have isn’t always the yard you want. There may be plants in your yard that need to get moved, especially if you have just moved in or they just aren’t growing well in their current location. Monkey Grass is one of those plants that last for a long time in backyards […]

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How To Grow Monkey Grass

Last Updated April 26, 2022 By Jena Slocum

monkey grass with large purple flowers

Monkey grass is one of the most unique types of grasses you can use to accent your yard. Whether you plant monkey grass around a flower bed, along your walkway, or anywhere else, it is an excellent choice for highlighting certain parts of your yard and standing out on its own. So, how do you […]

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How To Propagate Aloe

Last Updated September 17, 2021 By Jena Slocum

aloe plant in gravel

When you have an aloe plant that has grown either too big for the pot or has been taken over by offsets or pups, you may be thinking about using a propagating method to create more aloe plants by themselves. This will leave you wondering how exactly you propagate an aloe plant? Other methods can […]

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​​How To Propagate Lavender

Last Updated February 22, 2022 By Jena Slocum

lavender plants with house in background

Lavender can be easy to grow in your backyard and utilizing lavender can add new colors and scents to your backyard. If you want to start growing lavender, you can utilize cuttings from another plant to create yours. There are two different methods of propagating lavender; you can use soil or water and depends on […]

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How to Get Rid of Pokeweed

Last Updated October 29, 2021 By Jena Slocum

pokeweed

Weeds have a way of growing even in areas where you think it wouldn’t be possible. Many gardeners have felt the frustration of trying to grow plants only to find their gardens overtaken by weeds. One of the hardiest and most common forms of weeds is the pokeweed. In addition to being a nuisance to […]

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