phillipsbrian+FollowThe Secret Weapon for Bare Spots in Your YardObsessed with easy garden wins? Moss rose is a total game-changer. It’s a fast-growing, super colorful ground cover that pollinators can’t resist—think bees and butterflies galore! It thrives in heat, shrugs off drought, and covers up those awkward bare patches like magic. Plus, it blooms all summer and barely needs any care. If you want a low-maintenance flower that looks amazing and helps the planet, moss rose is your new BFF. Who knew ground cover could be this pretty? #Home #GardenHacks #PollinatorFriendly210Share
Adam Boyer+FollowWhy You Should Toss Pennies in Your BirdbathTurns out, dropping a few clean copper coins in your birdbath can help keep that gross green algae away—no scrubbing needed! The copper messes with algae growth, making your birdbath way more inviting for feathered friends, especially during those brutal July heatwaves. Just don’t go overboard—too much copper isn’t great for birds, so stick to a couple of coins and keep the water fresh. Bonus tip: set up birdbaths at different heights to attract all kinds of birds! #Home #GardenHacks #Birdwatching295Share
Kendra Hart+FollowThis Flower Smells Like Chocolate?!Did you know there’s a flower that smells like dessert and brings all the hummingbirds to your yard? Meet chocolate cosmos! Its velvety maroon petals look stunning, and the cocoa scent is unreal. Plus, its bowl-shaped blooms are perfect for hummingbirds—way more important than just having red flowers. Even better, it blooms from midsummer into fall, so your garden stays a hummingbird hotspot. Just dig up the tubers for winter and replant for another round of chocolatey goodness next year! #Home #GardenHacks #Hummingbirds20Share
Jenna Stark+FollowHummingbird Magnet Plants You NeedObsessed with hummingbirds? Turns out, planting lamb’s ear or catmint is the ultimate hack to get more of these tiny, speedy visitors in your yard. Both are super easy to grow, look gorgeous, and hummingbirds can’t resist their blooms. Bonus: catmint also keeps annoying pests away! If you want a garden that’s buzzing with life (and less weeding), these plants are the way to go. Who knew attracting hummingbirds could be this simple? #Home #Hummingbirds #GardenHacks190Share
Kendra Hart+FollowThe Secret Snack Chickadees Can’t ResistObsessed with chickadees but they never stick around your yard? Turns out, they’re absolute suckers for mealworms, especially if you soak them first! Pair that with a cozy birdbox (small hole, slanted roof) and a squirrel-proof feeder with sunflower seeds or peanuts, and you’ll have these cuties nesting in no time. Bonus: move your feeder around to keep things fresh and avoid mess. Your garden could be the next chickadee hotspot! #Home #BirdWatching #GardenHacks60Share
William Wilkerson+FollowThe 2 Fruits Birds Can't Resist in SummerTurns out, your leftover apples and pears are a total hit with garden birds! Experts say leaving sliced apples and pears on your lawn or bird table is a simple way to help blackbirds, robins, and sparrows feed their hungry chicks during summer. Just skip anything mouldy or salty, and keep things clean—no one wants a bird buffet that spreads germs. Who knew helping wildlife could be this easy (and budget-friendly)? #Home #BirdWatching #GardenHacks60Share
Adam Boyer+FollowGrandpa’s Secret Garden Hacks 🌱You know those old-school gardening tricks your grandpa swore by? Turns out, they’re pure gold! From planting with the seasons (not just the calendar) to saving seeds from your best crops, these timeless tips make gardening way easier. My fave: crushed eggshells to keep slugs away and boost soil calcium. And don’t even think about planting tomatoes in the same spot every year—rotate those crops! Trust me, these hacks will have your garden thriving like it’s 1955. #GardeningTips #GrandpaKnowsBest #GardenHacks #Home50Share
William Wilkerson+FollowDIY Fish Fertilizer: Garden Hack or Yuck?Ever heard of fish emulsion? It’s a supercharged, all-natural fertilizer you can actually make at home (if you can handle the smell). Just ferment leftover fish bits, strain, and boom—your veggies, flowers, and even your lawn get a major nutrient boost. Bonus: it’s organic and budget-friendly! Downside? It’s a little stinky and might attract curious critters, but the results are worth it. Would you try this in your garden? #GardenHacks #OrganicGardening #DIYFertilizer #Home10Share
Susan Ball+FollowTurn Your Old Strainer Into a Garden HackBefore you toss that old strainer, try this genius garden trick! Instead of letting it collect dust, use it as a soil sifter to clear rocks from your garden bed. It’s seriously a game-changer for prepping your soil—just scoop, shake, and watch those pesky rocks disappear. Your plants will thank you for the rock-free upgrade, and you’ll feel like a DIY garden pro. Who knew kitchen tools could be so handy outside? #GardenHacks #Upcycle #DIYGarden #Home30Share
Adam Boyer+FollowThis Flower’s a Ground Cover Game-ChangerWho knew a perennial could double as a killer ground cover? Centaurea montana 'Amethyst in Snow' is the low-key garden hero you didn’t know you needed. It spreads into dense mats, blooms with white-and-purple cornflowers, shrugs off deer, and keeps pollinators happy. Plus, it’s super low-maintenance—just plant, water the first year, and enjoy the show. Bonus: it’s not invasive like its blue cousin. Ready to upgrade your flower beds? #GardenHacks #PerennialPlants #GroundCover #Home50Share
