After every heavy rainfall and winter thaw, I get pooling water in my backyard. This water makes its way into my basement, causing multiple issues. Since my backyard is on a slight grade, my neighbor’s runoff drains into my yard and worsens the pooling.To solve this, I’m putting in a rain…
Hacks & Tips
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5 Most Common Gardening Tips That Actually Work
If you’re like me, you’ve probably seen all those crazy, weird gardening hacks online that make little sense. So what I figured I’d do, as an actual gardener, is give you five gardening tips that actually work. I’ll also explain exactly why they work, so you can use them in your…
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Garden Mistakes to Avoid: Essential Tips for New Gardeners
If you’re a new gardener and you’ve made some mistakes, maybe last year’s garden wasn’t the best and you really are a little discouraged, then this article is for you. At LeafyLair, the goal is to help you grow a greener thumb. With around 16–18 million new gardeners in 2022…
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Garden Hacks: Clever Ideas for Your Garden
Growing our own food is hugely satisfying, especially if we can save time and effort along the way. If you enjoy smart solutions for gardening, these garden hacks are full of ingenious ideas to up your gardening game. Container Garden Hacks Containers expand growing areas to places like patios and balconies. But…
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Lawn & Garden Care Tips for a Healthier Yard
A beautiful lawn & garden can be the highlight of your home. With just a little regular maintenance, your lawn can become the envy of the neighborhood. A healthy lawn relies on six key steps, starting with weed control and soil preparation. Weed Control for Healthy Lawns Weeds are often the first…