# lawn care (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover lawn care. Page: Feed: --- ## [Not Planters Or Pots: IKEA Has A Smarter Way To Grow Herbs On A Budget](https://www.gardenguides.com/2237928/pots-alternative-ikea-diy-grow-herbs-budget-friendly/) _2026-08-22 · staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) · Garden Guides - Garden inspiration, from seed to bloom_ Skip the bulky planters and try something movable: this affordable IKEA setup keeps your herbs easy to grow and easy to roll toward the sunshine. ## [The Fragrant Herb That's Almost Impossible To Kill](https://www.gardenguides.com/2237983/herb-impossible-to-kill-mint/) _2026-08-21 · staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) · Garden Guides - Garden inspiration, from seed to bloom_ Its refreshing scent is a welcome addition to any garden, but don't let that pleasant aroma fool you. This hardy herb has some serious staying power. ## [5 Beautiful Flowers That Help Repel Ticks From Your Garden](https://www.gardenguides.com/2236236/beautiful-flowers-help-repel-ticks/) _2026-08-20 · staff@gardenguides.com (Autumn McGarr) · Garden Guides - Garden inspiration, from seed to bloom_ From striking shrubs to popular bed flowers, these colorful garden picks can brighten your landscape while helping make it less inviting to ticks. ## [If You See This On Plant Leaves, Check For Aphids Immediately](https://www.gardenguides.com/2234360/check-plant-leaves-aphids-honeydew/) _2026-08-19 · staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) · Garden Guides - Garden inspiration, from seed to bloom_ Your plants may be trying to tell you something. Spot this clue and it's time to take a closer look before a tiny pest turns into a much bigger problem. ## [Don't Toss An Old Bundt Pan — Reuse It For A Cute DIY Bird Bath](https://www.gardenguides.com/2236089/dont-toss-old-bundt-pan-could-reuse-diy-bird-bath/) _2026-08-18 · staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) · Garden Guides - Garden inspiration, from seed to bloom_ Instead of sending that old baking pan to the thrift store, give it another life. A little paint, pebbles, and water can turn it into a backyard favorite. ## [5 Beautiful Flowering Plants To Grow If You Love Hostas](https://www.gardenguides.com/2233391/flowering-plants-grow-love-hostas/) _2026-08-17 · staff@gardenguides.com (Autumn McGarr) · Garden Guides - Garden inspiration, from seed to bloom_ Love hostas? These five flowering beauties bring plenty of shade-loving charm, from woodland natives and delicate blooms to one surprising sun-lover. ## [Don't Toss Old Mason Jar Lids When You Could Reuse Them For Cute Garden Decor](https://www.gardenguides.com/2236908/dont-toss-old-pickle-jar-lids-could-reuse-garden-decor-wind-chime/) _2026-08-16 · staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) · Garden Guides - Garden inspiration, from seed to bloom_ With a little paint, string, and creativity, you can turn leftover canning supplies into a cheerful garden wind chime that adds a personal touch to your space. ## [The Beautiful Heat-Tolerant Flower That's Almost Impossible To Kill](https://www.gardenguides.com/2233288/heat-tolerant-flower-impossible-to-kill/) _2026-08-15 · staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) · Garden Guides - Garden inspiration, from seed to bloom_ Heatwave? Drought? Hungry deer? This garden favorite doesn't care. Find out which low-maintenance perennial might be the hardiest plant you'll ever grow. ## [Skip Expensive Self-Watering Pots: Try This IKEA DIY Instead](https://www.gardenguides.com/2236062/skip-expensive-self-watering-pots-ikea-diy/) _2026-08-14 · staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) · Garden Guides - Garden inspiration, from seed to bloom_ Your plants can stay hydrated without you constantly hovering over them, and you don't need a fancy planter to make it happen. All it takes is a clever hack. ## [One Tomato Pest Can Wipe Out Your Harvest If You Wait Too Long](https://www.gardenguides.com/2235361/tomato-pest-fruitworms-wipe-out-dont-wait/) _2026-08-13 · staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) · Garden Guides - Garden inspiration, from seed to bloom_ A promising tomato crop can go from thriving to trouble surprisingly fast. Keep an eye out for this late-summer pest before it gets a taste of your hard work. ## [Refer a Friend, Earn Rewards (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/QG1whk5XxY8j) _2026-08-13 · **Sponsored**_ Earn rewards when friends get the Graphite Business Card through your referral. ## [The Beautiful Red Shade Flower That Attracts Hummingbirds & Pollinators](https://www.gardenguides.com/2232365/red-columbine-shade-flower-attract-hummingbirds-pollinators/) _2026-08-12 · staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) · Garden Guides - Garden inspiration, from seed to bloom_ Easy to grow and perfect for the middle of garden borders, this vibrant bloomer brings brilliant color and plenty of winged visitors to shady spaces. ## [The Award-Winning Plant You Should Grow If You Love Hostas](https://www.gardenguides.com/2232252/award-winning-plant-love-hostas-curly-fries/) _2026-08-11 · staff@gardenguides.com (Lauren Krystaf) · Garden Guides - Garden inspiration, from seed to bloom_ With its one-of-a-kind foliage and delicate lavender flowers, this shade-loving perennial stands out among the rest, making it a hosta-lover's dream. ## [The best bird feeders for your garden in 2026](https://www.gardenersworld.com/product-guides/nature/best-bird-feeders/) _2026-08-03 · Kay Maguire · BBC Gardeners World Magazine_ From RSPB approved to easy clean, recycled and squirrel proof, here's our pick of best bird feeders for your avian visitors ## [The best pizza ovens to buy in 2026 – as tested by our experts](https://www.gardenersworld.com/reviews/barbecues/best-pizza-ovens/) _2026-07-18 · Kay Maguire · BBC Gardeners World Magazine_ We team up with Good Food Magazine to find the best pizza ovens for your garden ## [The best charcoal BBQs in 2026](https://www.gardenersworld.com/reviews/barbecues/best-charcoal-barbecues/) _2026-07-18 · Alex David · BBC Gardeners World Magazine_ We teamed up with Good Food magazine to find you some of the best charcoal BBQs ## [The best robot lawn mowers for 2026, as tested by our experts](https://www.gardenersworld.com/reviews/lawn-care/best-robotic-mowers/) _2026-07-15 · Harry Duncton · BBC Gardeners World Magazine_ Like the look of robot lawn mowers? Browse our pick of the very best, for gardens of all shapes and sizes. ## [We Polled Hundreds of Gardeners on the Most Underrated Plants – Here’s What They Said](https://www.gardenersworld.com/how-to/grow-plants/we-polled-hundreds-of-gardeners-on-the-most-underrated-plants-heres-what-they-said/) _2026-07-13 · BBC Gardeners' World Magazine · BBC Gardeners World Magazine_ Do you have these five underrated plants in your garden? If not, it’s time to seek them out… ## [Best electric lawn mowers in 2026 as tested by our expert team](https://www.gardenersworld.com/reviews/lawn-care/best-electric-lawn-mowers/) _2026-07-08 · Kay Maguire · BBC Gardeners World Magazine_ Light, quiet and easy to use, we review budget corded electric lawn mowers to help you find one for your lawn. ## [26 brilliant plants that feed birds the natural (and disease-free) way](https://www.gardenersworld.com/wildlife/26-plants-that-produce-natural-food-for-garden-birds-without-the-disease-risks-of-bird-feeders/) _2026-07-07 · Nic Wilson · BBC Gardeners World Magazine_ Want to help the birds all year without the risk of passing on disease at feeders? Check out our list of fantastic plants offering nutritious natural food sources. ## [I ditched my 'proper' career to work with plants. Here's what happened next](https://www.gardenersworld.com/news/i-ditched-my-proper-career-to-work-with-plants-heres-what-happened-next/) _2026-07-01 · Tamsin Hope Thomson · BBC Gardeners World Magazine_ Days in the sun, pottering with plants and being creative. Is working with plants really the life-changing career pivot it looks like? We spoke to three plant lovers who made the leap ## [Pirate.io on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/JAbAcaqAduKI) _2026-07-01 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Pirate.io listing on Google Play to view the app’s details. ## [20 brilliant plants that will SMOTHER weeds – and they have flowers, too!](https://www.gardenersworld.com/premium/20-brilliant-plants-that-will-smother-weeds-and-they-have-flowers-too/) _2026-06-27 · Francesca Clarke · BBC Gardeners World Magazine_ The best way to keep weeds at bay? Grow beautiful ground-covers so they can’t get a look-in! Here are 20 of the very best. ## [Ranked! The 12 WORST invasive plants to avoid (probably) – by expert Jane Moore](https://www.gardenersworld.com/premium/ranked-the-12-worst-invasive-plants-to-avoid-probably-by-expert-jane-moore/) _2026-06-27 · Jane Moore · BBC Gardeners World Magazine_ Here’s my ranked list of invasive plants to avoid – counting down from controllable enthusiasts to the unruly thugs with no respect for garden law and order, says expert Jane Moore