Gina Green+FollowAnts in my bed I'm literally done2 months of ant traps, sprays, home remedies - NOTHING works. they're on my kitchen table, crawling in my bed, literally everywhere. i've sprayed around the entire house but they keep coming back. should i just call pest control at this point? desperate for solutions 😠#home #antinvasion #pestcontrol #homeproblems96Share
William Wilkerson+FollowThis One Trick Triples Your Cosmos BloomsObsessed with cosmos flowers? Here’s a pro gardener’s secret: pinch out the top stem when your cosmos are about 6-10 inches tall. It feels wrong, but trust—it makes your plants go wild with blooms! Just snip above a pair of leaves and watch side shoots explode. More flowers, bushier plants, and no need to buy extras. Plus, keep deadheading for nonstop color till frost. Who knew a little snip could mean a flower explosion? #Home #gardeningtips #cosmosflowers60Share
Adam Boyer+FollowPeony Blooms That Last? Yes, Please!Obsessed with peonies but hate how fast they fade? Turns out, you can totally stretch those gorgeous blooms! Mix early and late varieties, give them plenty of sun, and don’t forget to deadhead spent flowers. Mulch, deep watering, and a little support go a long way. Oh, and snip your blooms in the marshmallow stage for the longest vase life. Who knew peony season could last this long? #Home #gardeningtips #peonies40Share
evanshaley+FollowThis Shrub Smells Like Spring CandyObsessed with gardens that look AND smell amazing? Meet the honey spurge—an evergreen shrub that not only adds serious structure to your yard but also bursts with sweet, honey-like fragrance every spring. It’s super low-maintenance, grows in a neat dome, and those starry flowers are total eye candy. Just remember gloves—its sap is a little spicy! Perfect for anyone wanting a garden that’s as dreamy as it is easy. #Home #GardenGoals #PlantLovers221Share
William Wilkerson+FollowBee Balm: The Secret Pollinator MagnetObsessed with hummingbirds and butterflies in your garden? Bee balm is the plant everyone’s raving about! It’s super easy to grow, smells amazing, and brings all the pollinators to your yard. Plus, it’s a total show-off with those wild, colorful blooms. Just give it sun, keep the soil moist, and watch out for powdery mildew. Bonus: deer don’t touch it! Want a pollinator paradise? Bee balm’s your new BFF. #Home #gardeningtips #pollinatorgarden220Share
Kendra Hart+FollowHome Depot’s Selling These Plant Villains?!Did you know some of the worst invasive plants are still being sold at big box stores like Home Depot? Conservationist Kyle Lybarger spotted Bradford pear, privet, and even cogongrass (one of the world’s top 10 invasives!) at local garden centers. These plants might look pretty, but they’re wrecking native habitats and making life tough for pollinators and wildlife. If you want to help, pick native plants for your garden and sign that petition to stop the sale of invasives! #Home #NativePlants #InvasiveSpecies3615Share
Susan Ball+FollowWhy Your Cucumbers Taste So BitterEver bitten into a homegrown cucumber and wondered why it tastes so bitter? Turns out, it’s all about a chemical called cucurbitacin, which spikes when your plants get stressed—think wild weather swings or inconsistent watering. Sadly, once they’re bitter, there’s not much you can do. But you can prevent it: keep the soil moist (not soggy), mulch, use drip irrigation, and pick them a bit early. Pro tip: next year, try seeds labeled 'bitter-free' for sweeter crunch! #Home #gardeningtips #cucumbers236Share
Jamie Brown+FollowDaylilies Named After Dawn Staley?!Did you know there’s a special daylily named after USC Coach Dawn Staley? Gene Crocker, a huge Gamecocks fan and daylily expert from Newberry, actually created and registered a new daylily in her honor! Now, five of these ‘Dawn Staley Daylilies’ are planted around her monument in Columbia. Imagine having a flower named after you—talk about blooming legacy! #Home #DawnStaley #USC20Share
evanshaley+FollowAdorable Fawn Found Hiding in Backyard!Imagine mowing your lawn and finding a baby deer chilling in your garden! That’s what happened to one parent and their daughter, and the pics are melting hearts online. Turns out, their wild, native plant-filled yard is the perfect safe spot for wildlife. Not only do these gardens look gorgeous, but they help local animals, save water, and cut down on yard work. Would you let your yard go wild for a surprise like this? #Home #WildlifeWednesday #NativePlants144411Share
Jamie Brown+FollowThe 10-Minute Fridge Hack You NeedDid you know most people never clean behind their fridge? Lisa Chun just dropped a game-changing tip: vacuum those dusty coils every 6-12 months and your fridge won’t have to work overtime (hello, lower electric bills!). It literally takes 10 minutes. Bonus: less chance your fridge or ice maker randomly dies. Grab a vacuum, pull your fridge out, and get in there! Tag someone who needs this reminder. More easy home hacks in the comments! #Home #HomeHacks #MoneySaving203Share
