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That Old Coffee Container Is A Secret Weapon For Bringing Charm To Your Yard

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jordyn Stone) — Thu, 25 Sep 2025 10:17:00 +0000

For those of us who want to bring a little more charm to our yards, birds are the key. Here's how to repurpose an old coffee container into a bird feeder.

Repel Those Pesky Carpenter Bees With An Overlooked Grocery Shopping Leftover

staff@foodrepublic.com (Paige Novak-Goberville) — Sun, 21 Sep 2025 18:17:00 +0000

Carpenter bees can be more than a nuisance around the home; they can cause real damage to wooden structures. Keep them at bay with this easy hack.

Reuse Empty Milk Jugs As Must-Have Garden Tools

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Sat, 20 Sep 2025 18:17:00 +0000

If you have an empty gallon milk jug, just give it a little scrub with some soapy water, and you have yourself a free must-have garden tool.

Why The Garlic From Your Garden Looks Yellow And How To Prevent It

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:17:00 +0000

If you're still in the growing stage and your garlic leaves start to turn a sickly yellow instead of a healthy green, a few factors could be at play.

How To Prepare Your Garden For Fall

staff@foodrepublic.com (Cara J Suppa) — Tue, 16 Sep 2025 18:17:00 +0000

The change of season means you need to change your gardening habits, and Food Republic consulted expert Dusty Vauters for tips on what to do.

How Sea Salt Fights Off Pests In Your Garden

staff@foodrepublic.com (Creshonda A. Smith) — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:47:00 +0000

We spoke to an expert about which common garden pests sea salt is most effective at deterring and where to put it, as it can damage plants if not used properly.

How Overripe Bananas Can Help You Attract More Hummingbirds To Your Garden

staff@foodrepublic.com (Mathieson Nishimura) — Sat, 13 Sep 2025 15:17:00 +0000

If you love hummingbirds in your garden, but are having some trouble attracting them, don't despair! A few extra-ripe bananas may be all that's needed for them.

11 Mistakes To Avoid When Buying Blueberries, According To An Expert

staff@foodrepublic.com (Emily M Alexander) — Wed, 03 Sep 2025 20:02:00 +0000

Who doesn't love blueberries? But before you jump and purchase the first carton of them you see, you should heed these tips in mind for buying them.

Why You Should Thin Out Your Vegetable Garden, According To Martha Stewart's Gardener

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 23:17:00 +0000

If you want your vegetable garden to truly thrive, you need to thin it out once your seedlings have sprouted. Here's why it's so vital to vegetable health.

Don't Throw Away Eggshells: Use Them To Fertilize Your Garden

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 10:17:00 +0000

If you go through eggs frequently, save your shells! You can turn them into a calcium-rich fertilizer for your garden in several different ways.

Don't Toss Those Overripe Bananas. Use Them In Your Backyard Instead

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 18:17:00 +0000

Just about every banana lover has accidentally let them sit too long and turn overripe. Luckily, these brown, mushy fruits can be put to use in the backyard.

Repurpose Old Coffee Mugs With This Adorable Gardening Hack

staff@foodrepublic.com (Lili Kim) — Fri, 15 Aug 2025 23:17:00 +0000

Whether your favorite coffee or tea mug has gotten chipped or you simply have too many mugs, you can repurpose it with a little gardening hack.

This Fruit Tree Can Live Up To 400 Years In Your Garden

staff@foodrepublic.com (Rachel Rear) — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 16:17:00 +0000

If you want to plant a fruit tree in your garden that you'll be able to enjoy for the rest of your life, and maybe your children too, plant this.

The Leafy Sign Your Sweet Potatoes Are Ready To Harvest

staff@foodrepublic.com (Danielle Esposito) — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 13:17:00 +0000

Sweet potatoes are not only delicious, but they're also pretty beginner-friendly to grow. The tricky part is knowing exactly when to harvest them.

Why Soil Matters When Growing Tomatoes In Your Garden

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Fri, 08 Aug 2025 09:47:00 +0000

If you want to grow your tomatoes to their maximum potential, you need to pay extra close attention to the type of soil you have in your garden.

Chop Up These Classic Fruit Peels To Attract Hummingbirds To Your Yard

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jordyn Stone) — Tue, 05 Aug 2025 18:17:00 +0000

Hummingbirds are naturally attracted to red objects, so if you want to entice these birds to your yard, these sweet fruit peels are an effective lure.

This Is How Often You Should Water Your Vegetable Garden

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Sun, 27 Jul 2025 19:17:00 +0000

You may think you're doing your garden a service by doing a deep soak every single day, but unless you live in an incredibly dry, windy place, you aren't.

8 Popular Root Vegetables & When They're In Season

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jordyn Stone) — Sat, 12 Jul 2025 20:17:00 +0000

Root vegetables (and tubers and rhizomes) are great additions to any garden. Most are easy enough to grow and different types are ready throughout the year.

Why Martha Stewart Gardens With A Crowbar (And How It Benefits Tomato Plants)

staff@foodrepublic.com (Milly Tamarez) — Sat, 12 Jul 2025 16:17:00 +0000

No one can deny that Martha Stewart is a maven in the garden, so when she says that she uses a crowbar in the garden for her tomatoes, we listen.

The Fresh Herb That's Perfect For Beginner Gardeners To Grow

staff@foodrepublic.com (Jack Rose) — Sat, 12 Jul 2025 13:17:00 +0000

If you're new to gardening or simply feel that you lack a green thumb, there is one particular herb that is next to impossible to kill (and tastes divine).