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7 Late-Summer Plants That Thrive After a Heatwave – for Color When Your Yard Needs It Most

When severe heat hits, these seven super-resilient plants just keep on going

Homes & Gardens · Aug 10

5 low-effort plants that will make your patio look amazing

The lazy gardener’s guide to a beautiful outside space: 5 patio plants that thrive on neglect.

Tom’s Guide · Jun 6

I’m a gardener, and this single plant will give you backyard privacy in just one season

Forget nosey neighbors or ugly walls, this one screening plant will give you instant privacy in your yard.

Tom’s Guide · Apr 20

7 Outdoor Heating Options so That Your Garden Never Becomes Out of Bounds Just Because the Temperature Drops

Make sure your garden is just as comfortable on an October evening as it is on an August day with these clever heating ideas

Livingetc · Aug 9, 2025

10 Types of Spider Plants That Take This Popular Indoor Garden Pick Beyond the Basics

Flex your green thumb by bringing home one of these beautiful, alternative spider plant varieties

Livingetc · Jul 2, 2025

5 Front Garden Mistakes That Could Be Making Your Home Look Outdated and Boring — Plus, What to Do Instead

These are the pitfalls that are making your home's front garden set the very worst first impression, according to landscape designers

Livingetc · Jun 30, 2025

These tips for how to store cucumbers will mean fewer trips to the store to stock up on salad ingredients – some might surprise you

Nobody likes soggy salad, but with these expert-approved storage tips, your cucumbers will stay crunchy and fresh for longer

Homes & Gardens · Jun 30, 2025

You might not know it, but the water from your air conditioner is more valuable than you think – here are 3 clever ways to use it

Water houseplants and make surfaces sparkle

Homes & Gardens · Jun 25, 2025

7 ways to add privacy to your home in clever, creative ways that bring quick results

There are options for renters, too

Homes & Gardens · Jun 20, 2025

I never knew this crucial tip about how to store watermelons – now I can enjoy the sweet, juicy fruit at its best for longer

No one wants a mushy watermelon, so follow these tips and tricks to keep them fresh and juicy, ready to eat at their best

Homes & Gardens · Jun 20, 2025