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Buying a Place for Plants Shouldn’t Be a Pain in the Grass—Shop These Deals and Save on Greenh...

No matter what space or budget you're working with, there's a greenhouse deal for you. Shop the 10 best, handpicked by our Sales Editor.

Could Peecycling Help Struggling Farmers?

Some say peecycling—saving and donating your urine—could be a solution to the worldwide fertilizer shortage and the global food crisis.


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How To Certify Your Yard as a Wildlife Refuge

Here's how to transform your yard into a wildlife sanctuary, and score a nifty plaque to keep your neighbors from...


Improve the Health of Your Yard with the Sun Joe Dethatcher

Don’t let your grass get smothered with thatch! Use the top-rated Sun Joe Dethatcher to care for the...


Laundry Detergent Sheets to Make Everything Smell Fresh

The days of excessive plastic packaging are coming to an end with the help of these companies and eco-friendly laundry...

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Here’s How To Get Paid To Upgrade Your Home

Need a new water heater or thinking about solar? You can get money for that. Here's how to take advantage...


Can You Use Kitty Litter To Get Rid of Old Paint Cans?

What's the best way to dispose of old paint? TikTok says you can dry it out with kitty litter. Does...

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What Are GMOs? What To Know

Soon gardeners might have to decide whether or not to go GMO. Here's what you need to know to make...


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15 Ways To Use Fireplace Ash

You don't need to throw out your fireplace wood ash. Try these savvy ways to use it.


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5 Tips for Charging Your Electric Vehicle in Winter

Cold weather weakens an EV battery, increasing recharging times and lowering driving range. Here's what you need to know.


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What Is Green Cleaning?

Some chemicals in our cleaning products contribute to health problems and harm nature. Here's what to know about the benefits...

Honor Your Eco-Friendly Resolutions (and Your Wallet) with These Gardening Sales

Greenhouses are a spectacular way to continue tending to crops well into the winter. Shop these garden sales to stock...


The 6 Best Basement Odor Eliminators

Don't just accept those weird smells lurking underground! Find the best basement odor eliminator to make everything smell as fresh...


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What Is a Rain Chain?

Once you discover the beauty of water flowing down a rain chain, you'll look at your own house to figure...


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The 10 Best Plants for an Indoor Herb Garden

Once you have success with a few easy-to-grow indoor herbs, you'll start looking for more to grow and cook with!


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11 Simple Ways To Cut Down on Waste During the Holidays

From living trees to secret Santa, here's how to maximize the cheer while minimizing the trash.

Stop Throwing Away Your Old Christmas Lights. Here’s How to Recycle Them Instead.

Holiday lights aren't working anymore? Think twice before throwing them in the trash. Here's how to recycle old Christmas lights...


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10 Must-Have Indoor Plants To Liven Up Your Entryway

Refresh your entryway with a new houseplant or two. There are lots of options to choose from depending on the...


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8 Ways Conserving Hot Water Can Reduce High Utility Bills

From simple changes in habits to water heater upgrades, here's how to save money this winter on your energy and...


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How Homeowners Can Combat Climate Risks

Whether it's extreme heat or cold, flooding or something else, homeowners across the U.S. are taking steps to protect their...


Most Frequently Asked Questions About Electric Vehicles

Lower prices and improved technology are making electric vehicles increasingly popular. If you're considering buying an EV, here's what you...


How To Buy a Heat Pump in 2023

New energy incentives make this a great time to install or upgrade a heat pump.


3 Most Eco-Friendly Heating Systems for Your Home

Whether you're replacing your HVAC system or adding more heat in your spare room, here's how to make it ultra...


How To Grow Microgreens Indoors

Microgreens add nutrition and freshness to any meal, and they are easy and quick to grow without a lot of...


What To Know To Start a Community Garden

Growing healthy, affordable food can boost your community's health, plus bring other rewards like building camaraderie and getting kids outdoors.

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What To Know About Cleaning Solar Panels

Solar panels need to be clean to deliver optimal performance, and rain won't do the job. Find out how to...


Babcock Ranch: Is This Small Community Paving the Future of Solar Power in America?

Learn how cutting-edge sustainable architecture and solar technology helped one innovative Florida community weather a major storm.


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How To Install a Solar Power System in a Van Camper

What to expect when outfitting your vehicle with off-grid capabilities, including solar roof panels, a charge controller and a battery...


Should You Convert To Bamboo Toilet Paper?

If you don't like the idea of chopping down forests to make toilet paper, consider switching to an alternative: bamboo...


Light Bulb Recycling Guide

You can recycle those old light bulbs, but there are a few important things to know before you toss them...


How To Choose The Right Electric Bike

From batteries to bike lanes, here's what you might not have thought about when considering buying an e-bike.