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Lawn & Garden

What to Plant in September to Make the Most of Your Growing Season

From flowers to veggies to perennials and edibles, here’s what to plant in September to keep your garden thriving well into the fall.

Lawn & Garden

How to Grow Jalapeños

In reference to flavor, if you are among the some who like it hot but not too hot, grow jalapeño peppers whose taste is fiery but tolerable.

Lawn & Garden

12 Perennial Vegetables to Plant for Years of Fresh Produce

If you would rather veg than replant annual vegetables every spring, try some of these long-lived perennial produce producers instead.

Lawn Care

How to Kill Grass—and Why You Might Want To

Replacing your lawn with hardscaping or ground cover, and need to get rid of the grass ASAP? Banish blades for good with these effective solutions.

Lawn & Garden

How to Grow Squash

If other vegetables squash your gardening aspirations with poor harvests, try growing summer squash, which is both fast and furiously productive.

Lawn & Garden

15 Secret Ingredients to Make Your Garden Grow

Healthy plants don't happen by accident. Find out how to make plants grow faster by feeding them things like ashes, leaves, and leftovers from dinner.

Cleaning & Organizing

How to Remove Paint from Concrete

Removing paint from concrete is a time-consuming endeavor, but a determined DIYer is certainly up to the task. Here's how to get it done right.

Lawn Care

18 Easy Grass Alternatives for Your Lawn

Itching to ditch your lawn? These alternatives to grass will help reduce water consumption and the amount of time you spend tending to your property.

Reviews

Testing the FCMP Outdoor Dual-Chamber Composter: Does It Live Up to the Hype?

This 37-gallon-capacity dual-chamber composter makes it easy to produce 2 high-quality compost piles at once.

Reviews

This Product Changed the Way I Garden Forever

Discover 6 configurations in 1 compact kit. The metal modular beds cater to various gardening needs, making them ideal for designing your dream garden in a backyard or patio space.

Gardening

Composting 101: How to Put Kitchen and Yard Waste to Work in Your Garden

Composting is easy, inexpensive, and good for the planet—and your plants! This quick primer will show the compost-curious how to make terrific, nearly free natural fertilizer.

Interior

16 Easy Ways to Add Color to Your White Kitchen Without Painting All Your Cabinets

Bored of your white kitchen? Instead of replacing the cabinets, consider integrating colorful touches for warmth and personality.

DIY

How to Install a Shade Sail

Shade sails are an attractive and affordable way to create a cool, breezy outdoor area. Here’s how to make sure they are safe and secure.

Reviews

Yep, It’s Still One of the Best: A Weber Kettle Grill Review

This classic charcoal grill has been a mainstay in backyards for decades. I tested its cooking capabilities to find out why.

Interior Design

Blinds vs. Shades: What’s the Difference Between These Window Treatments?

Here’s how to navigate the choice between blinds and shades for your home. 

Reviews

Is DeWalt a Good Brand?

There's more than one reason DeWalt power tools are a favorite of the construction industry and DIYers alike. Discover the strengths of this venerable brand.

DIY

Solved! 5 Reasons for a Mini-Split Leaking Water (and How to Address Them)

Mini-split systems are an excellent alternative for homes that do not have central air, but a few common problems can cause them to leak. Learn the reasons for a mini-split leaking water and what to do about them.

Furniture & Decor

The 11 Best Recliners for Looks, Comfort, and Affordability

Relax after a hard day at work, massage those sore muscles, or rock a baby (or yourself!) to sleep with the best recliner for your home.

Bath Fixtures & Fittings

The Best Shower Doors

Shower doors add an essence of modern luxury to any bathroom for a modest price.

Exterior

How Much Does Mudjacking, or Concrete Leveling, Cost?

Concrete leveling can save a failing patio or driveway. The process costs between $630 and $1,723, with a national average concrete leveling cost of $1,174.