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Understanding regional USDA plant hardiness zones can help gardeners plant after the threat of frost has passed—and select the right plants for the climate.

When a homeowner needs to know how to get rid of ground bees, the following steps will help put the buzzing to rest once and for all.

If your outdoor AC unit isn't turning on, check these switches, levels, and lines yourself, before calling for professional repairs.

Why are wasps attracted to your property, and what can you do to get them to leave?

Do you want to make sure your septic tank is clean and in good repair? You'll have to find the tank first.

Here are some of our favorite affordable organizers for tidying on a budget.

It's looking a little bleak, but you can help butterflies from your own backyard. Plus: Ikea's new inclusive line of products, the new 'wellness' room trend, and more in this week's news digest.

Dishwasher technology continues to offer innovative solutions to help you keep your kitchen sparkling.

Experts recommend their favorite perennials that can last decades.

If you need flowering shrubs that—like “mad dogs and Englishmen”—aren’t afraid of the midday sun, try these.

This is a game changer for cordless power tools and so much more.

If you prefer produce so spicy that it makes your eyes water and your nose run, try growing the vegetable that is as strong as a horse.

Electrical or gas issues, or problems with some of the machine's inner workings, may be to blame. We'll help you troubleshoot the problem.

Rakes, loppers, trowels, shears, and more—it takes a lot of tools to maintain a growing garden. Corral clutter and give garden tools a place to call home with these practical organizers.

Treat the yard and garden with a slug killer to ensure that your lawn, flowers, and vegetables are protected from these slimy pests.

Harnessing the power of the sun, these energy-efficient pumps offer a sustainable way to move water for gardens, ponds, and more. We put them to the test to see how they’d perform in real-world conditions.

From cabinets to overhead racks, these versatile storage solutions can help you ditch the clutter in your garage or workshop.

De-gunk and protect granite surfaces around the house with this all-natural DIY solvent.

Groundhogs can do real damage to your property. The good news is there's a lot you can do to keep them from hanging around.

One of our favorite tool brands just got even better with the introduction of nine new outdoor power tools.