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Our Top Yard & Garden Tips

Burn Coffee Grounds to Repel Mosquitoes

Pro Tip See Details Coffee grounds smoldering to create smoke that helps repel mosquitoes

Burn Coffee Grounds to Repel Mosquitoes

Coffee grounds smoldering to create smoke that helps repel mosquitoes

The coffee grounds mask human scent while the strong aroma repels mosquitoes. Be sure to dry out coffee grounds completely and place them in a heat-safe container before smoldering them to create smoke, not flames.

Fireproof Shrubs Can Help Protect Your Yard

Pro Tip See Details Purple lilac shrub planted near a home as a fire-resistant landscaping choice

Fireproof Shrubs Can Help Protect Your Yard

Purple lilac shrub planted near a home as a fire-resistant landscaping choice

Lilac is a pretty and practical option for landscaping that is less likely to ignite and can slow the spread of wildfires.

Drought-Tolerant Plants Can Reduce Your Water Bill

Pro Tip Read Article Agave plant in a garden, an example of a drought-tolerant plant that can reduce water usage

Add Chili Pepper to Your Birdseed to Deter Squirrels

Pro Tip Play Video Small bird on a feeder with birdseed mixed with red chili pepper flakes