Hammer & Hoe
Lawn Care
How to Get a Thicker, Greener Lawn: A Season-by-Season Plan
Overseeding, mowing height, watering and fertilizer timing for cool-season and warm-season grasses, so your lawn fills in and crowds out weeds.
Garden & Yard
Grow vegetables, keep a healthy lawn, compost and care for houseplants.
Gardening
Raised Garden Beds for Beginners: Size, Soil and What to Plant
How to choose the right size, material and location for raised beds, mix good soil, and plan your first vegetable garden for a big harvest.
Gardening
How to Grow Tomatoes: From Planting to a Big Summer Harvest
Sun, soil, spacing, watering and support: a practical guide to growing healthy tomato plants and avoiding common problems like blossom end rot and split fruit.
Gardening
Composting at Home: A Simple Guide That Actually Works
What to put in your compost, the right mix of browns and greens, how to fix a smelly or slow pile, and when your compost is ready to use.
Indoor Plants
Houseplant Care for Beginners: Light, Water and Easy Plants
Why most houseplants die, how to read the light in your home, how to water correctly, and the easiest plants to start with, including pet-safe options.
Gardening
When to Prune Trees and Shrubs (and How to Make the Right Cut)
Prune at the wrong time and you cut off next year's flowers. Learn when to prune spring- and summer-flowering shrubs and trees, and how to make clean cuts.