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Cypress or Cedar Mulch: Which Is Better?

by Julie
Flowers in mulch

Which is better, cypress or cedar mulch? Both have their advantages and disadvantages. It’s not a matter which one is actually better, but which one is better for your garden.

Categories Advice, Mulching

Growing Grass in Sandy Soil: A Complete Guide

by Julie
Hand holding soil

Sandy soil is the bane of most gardeners. But if you have it, it’s not the end of your dream to have a lush lawn. Read on for a complete guide to growing grass in sandy soil.

Categories Advice, Lawncare

Homemade Rabbit Repellent: 8 Concoctions to Protect Your Garden from Pesky Bunnies

by Julie
Rabbit sniffing flower

If you think rabbits are cute, wait until you come home one day to a damaged garden. Don’t wait for that to happen. Use homemade rabbit repellent.

Categories Advice, Miscellaneous

Does Bleach Kill Weeds? (Revealed)

by Julie
Weeds

Does bleach kill weeds? This chemical product can kill bacteria, viruses, and yes, weeds. Read more about it here.

Categories Advice, Miscellaneous

How to Plant Grass Seed on Hard Dirt: Master This Tricky Skill

by Julie
Spade digging up dirt

Do you know how to plant grass seed on hard dirt? It’s more about treating the hard dirt and making it less compact so that grass seed could thrive.

Categories Advice, Lawncare

How to Dispose of Old Fertilizer Safely: Everything You Need to Know

by Julie
Mother and daughter with fertilizer and plants

Do not throw away old fertilizer like it is regular waste – it is not! It’s actually hazardous and should be disposed of properly. Here is your guide on how to dispose of old fertilizer safely.

Categories Advice, Miscellaneous

Best Time to Plant Foxglove Seeds: Make The Most Of This Beautiful Plant

by Julie
Foxgloves

Foxglove is just a beautiful plant that is also easy to maintain. But when is the best time to plant foxglove seeds? Read on and find out.

Categories Advice, Flowers

Best Time to Plant Spring Bulbs (Revealed)

by Julie
Range of colorful flowers in bloom

When is the best time to plant spring bulbs? The correct answer is based on the species’ needs. But the rule of thumb is to plant them in the fall so they will develop during winter and bloom in spring.

Categories Advice, Landscaping

How to Grow a Bonsai Tree: Channel Your Creativity While Cultivating this Miniature Tree

by Julie
Bonsai tree

How to grow a bonsai tree? It’s quite easy but you will need to give it a lot of care. It’s a great way to channel your creativity as you will have a hand in shaping the tree to your liking.

Categories Advice, Micro Gardening

The Best Soil for Container Gardening: Everything Needs a Solid Foundation

by Julie
Confident man planting pot at garden

What is the best soil for container gardening? Surprise, surprise! It’s not a soil, but a potting mix. It has everything the plants would need to grow healthy.

Categories Advice, Micro Gardening
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Hi, my name is Steve and I am the founder and editor of Suave Yards.

Once upon a time I was a complete gardening newbie, but over the last few years I have learnt a lot about yard care – all stemming from taking over a mess of a garden when I started at university!

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