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These organic pest control methods are proven winners

Dealing with pests is a big issue inside of homes, around gardens, and in other structures. We list organic and effective pest-control methods.
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Gorgeous ways to get the natural garden of your dreams

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What is a butterfly garden? Here’s how to create one in your landscape

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Which plants absorb the most carbon dioxide? Here are 5 air-cleaning plants to add to your home

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These food waste apps will help you save money – and the planet

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How to use coconut coir in gardening: Your guide to using coconut husk for plants

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Why you should absolutely be composting grass clippings

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Foolproof tips and tricks on how to make the succulent garden of your dreams

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6 tips you should keep in mind when building your own drought-tolerant garden

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What is coconut soil, and how can it make your garden better?

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8 eco-friendly bug sprays that are good for your skin and the environment

Tire gardening

Used tire planters: Genius upcycling or harmful to your health?

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Climate change gardening: Trees you can plant to fight climate change

Wondering about climate change gardening? Here's how planting trees can help you start giving back to the planet.
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How to build a rock garden that will make your neighbors jealous

How to build a rock garden that will make all your neighbors jealous
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Where are all the butterflies? Study claims climate change is to blame

Signs of climate change are everywhere, and increasing. The latest data shows a critical decline in one important species.
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Are robots the next trend in gardening? Here’s what we know

Are robots taking over our gardens? Here's everything we know
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Climate change threatens the future of gardens; gardeners may be the solution

Gardeners can help combat the unpredictable effects of climate change by reducing their greenhouse gas emissions and challenging the industrial food system
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Interested in using solar power in your garden? What you need to know

What to know about using solar power in your garden
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Smart home devices that do your gardening while you’re on vacation

We've put together a guide to smart home devices that will help you with your gardening!
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Homesteaders embrace self-sufficiency for the health of the environment

Homesteaders promote sustainability and self-sufficient living as the means to take control of personal health and personal responsibility to the environment
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Fungi can be vital to your garden’s ecosystem. Here’s what you need to know

What to know about fungi's importance to a garden's ecosystem
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Composting made easy: pickup services help divert food waste from landfills

Compost pickup services help users take personal responsibility and divert waste from landfills, but more infrastructure remains necessary for meaningful change
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How to integrate succulents into your landscape design

If you're looking to integrate succulents into your landscape design, here's how.
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Do these quick projects over Labor Day to help fight climate change

Here are some quick projects for you to do over the long weekend to fight climate change
Mushroom growing in the forest

Why fungi are important to the environment — and what that means for your garden

Fungi is incredibly important to the environment. Here's what that means for your garden.
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These are the best trees for carbon sequestration

These are the best trees for carbon sequestration.
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8 sustainable gardening ideas we saw on Instagram — and loved

Instagram is sometimes inspirational, and we've found some gorgeous gardens you have to see
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How to eliminate plastic bags from your gardening routines

Plastic does nothing good for the environment, but gardening is chock full of it. Here's how to use less plastic.
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8 gardening ideas to counter climate change, one sprout at a time

Do your part to reverse the impacts of climate change right in your own backyard
aquaponics

How to build an aquaponics system perfect for a thriving garden

Follow our guide and build a simple aquaponic system that will help your plants thrive
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How to grow delicious greens in your home garden

Growing your own salads has never been so easy with this guide
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6 ways to help your garden go green for Earth Day

Honor the earth and spruce up your garden with these great ideas.
pesticides

Can pesticides be good for the environment? Here’s what we’ve found

You don't have to harm the environment to keep pests away
coconut fibers

What coconut fiber can do for your plants

Coconut coir -- a gift to gardeners or nothing special?
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Gardening for the environment: How to minimize your footprint for maximum results

Take care of the planet with your garden and these ideas