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Eggshells won't deter pests, but they can strengthen garden soil

Gardeners often set aside eggshells after breakfast with the hope of putting kitchen scraps to work outdoors. The notion that ...
House Digest on MSN

Give your compost a major nutrient boost with a 100% natural fertilizer

Creating high-quality compost for your garden can be a delicate balancing act. If you need to give your compost pile a boost, ...

10 Of The Biggest Wastes Of Money You Can Spend On Your Lawn

Lawn care professionals reveal which ineffective turf treatments, overpriced products, and bad lawn maintenance practices are ...
Southern Living

Should You Use Coffee Grounds On Tomato Plants? Here’s What To Know

Discover the benefits of using coffee grounds for tomato plants. Find the potential advantages and usage guidelines for using ...

Here’s how to make rich, healthy compost

Making your own compost is a great way to improve your soil, make use of garden waste and recycle nutrients for your plants ...

6 Smart Ways to Use Potato Peels in Your Garden for Healthier Plants and Less Kitchen Waste

Instead of tossing your potato peels, put them to work for your garden. Here's how to use them as a nitrogen source for your ...
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Composting made easy

Are you curious about composting, but unsure how to do it — or if it even makes a difference? May 29 is National Learn About Composting Day, so we asked Karen Mitchell, consumer horticulture extension ...