The jade plant, also commonly called the money plant, is a popular, low-maintenance succulent—it doesn’t require much water and thrives with minimal attention. Because jade plants can live for many years, plant lovers need to know how to maintain their plants. To keep your jade plant healthy and encourage new growth, prune overgrown sections and remove leggy branches.

AeroGardens have made the whole process of growing your own herbs, flowers, and vegetables incredibly easy—and cleaning them out is no exception. Whether you have a Harvest, Bounty, or other model of AeroGarden, it’s important to thoroughly clean it every time you want to plant a new round of seeds. We’ll walk you through how to remove root buildup in your AeroGarden, then explain how

Vinyl fencing is a convenient solution to traditional wooden fencing. Not only does it not rot, but it usually doesn’t need to be painted. However, cleaning vinyl fencing can be challenging, as it tends to become dirty somewhat quick. Fortunately, by picking a cleaning agent, applying it to your fence, and considering alternative methods like a pressure cleaner, you’ll be able to clean

If you're looking to redo your lawn or clear out a big grassy area, you may need to kill the grass first. If you want to preserve the soil, and you don’t mind waiting a couple months, smothering can be an effective way to eliminate grass. If you’re in a hurry to get rid of the grass, an herbicide may be the right choice for you. Whichever method you choose, try to be as thorough as

Peonies are perennial bushes that lose most of their leaves during the winter and then bounce back for a beautiful bloom in the spring. These bushes produce large, brightly-colored flowers in red, white, yellow, or pink to brighten up your lawn and make your garden feel like springtime. You can keep your peony bush healthy by pruning it once in the fall and doing minor maintenance

Before the temperature drops, you can easily prepare your garden for the fall! While it is still warm and the soil is workable, remove weeds, dead plants, and lawn debris from your garden. Then, harvest any remaining crops, add some compost, till your soil, and cover with mulch. To prepare for the cold, cover perennials with mulch, bring sensitive plants indoors, and cover your compost

While most landlords will do annual maintenance on your property, the day-to-day maintenance will most likely be up to you. This usually includes mowing the lawn, pulling weeds, and edging the property. If you’d like to grow edible plants, you can try some alternative ways to grow your own food that don't involve disturbing the land. If you’re ever confused about what you need to do,