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Leaf Blowers

Leaf Blowers

by Kevin Luna and Derek Walborn

If there's anything I want less of in my life, it's yard work. I'm sure some folks enjoy raking leaves, but for those of us who want to get out of there as quickly as…

Shark’s genius new gadget is basically a leaf blower you can use in your house

Shark’s genius new gadget is basically a leaf blower you can use in your house

by Christina Marfice

So, a leaf blower is not usually the kind of product that makes people say, "Wait, I want one of those for my living room." Shark made an indoor version anyway. The new…

Cordless Leaf Blowers

Cordless Leaf Blowers

by Michael

The days of spending hours raking the yard aren't completely over, but they should be. Raking is best suited for the detail work around delicate flowers. For the rest…

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Gardening

Soil Test Kits

by Ade Hennis

Want bigger, juicier tomatoes and roses that look like they belong on a gardening magazine cover? Who doesn't, right? But before you start loading up on fertilizer…

9 comfy garden clogs perfect for spring

9 comfy garden clogs perfect for spring

by Christina Marfice

With the sun shining longer and the air warming up, it’s officially time to put your hands in the dirt — and your feet in something more breathable, comfortable and…

Raised Garden Beds

Raised Garden Beds

by Ade Hennis

Getting started with gardening doesn’t have to be back-breaking work. You don’t need to live in an area with loamy, fertile soil either. With a raised garden bed…

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Watering & Irrigation

Motion-Activated Sprinklers

Motion-Activated Sprinklers

by Ryan Dempsey

A motion-activated sprinkler can do more than just keep your lawn watered. It can also help keep animals and unwanted visitors off your property. When its sensor detects…

Smart Irrigation and Sprinkler Systems

Smart Irrigation and Sprinkler Systems

by Kevin Luna and Tyler Rigg

Keeping my lawn healthy can take more work than I’d like, but a smart irrigation and sprinkler system has made it so much more manageable. Instead of constantly…

Watering Globes

Watering Globes

by Tyler Rigg

Ready to buy now? Shop the best: Best of the Best: Little Green Leaf Automatic Plant Watering Globes Best Bang for the Buck: MOONSOUND Self-Watering Globes Small…

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Lawn Mowers

Robotic Lawn Mowers

Robotic Lawn Mowers

by Kevin Luna

I love how robot vacuums make indoor cleaning virtually hassle-free, so you can imagine my reaction when I discovered robot lawn mowers. Summer is my favorite season…

Reel Mowers

by Jennifer Manfrin

I may have been too young to recall a time when reel mowers were in every garage or shed. As far as I can remember, it's been all gas- or battery-powered units. But I…

Zero Turn Mowers

Zero Turn Mowers

by Jennifer Blair and Jordan Hutchinson

If you have a large property and you're still breaking a sweat pushing a lawn mower around, maybe it's time to consider a zero-turn riding mower. The time and energy…

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Tillers

Mantis Tillers

by Michael

If you’re interested in starting a vegetable garden or improving the flower beds around your house, a good tiller/cultivator is an essential tool. It breaks up the…

Electric Tillers

Electric Tillers

by Bob Beacham

If you've ever spent hours doing back-breaking sod-busting for a new vegetable or flower bed, you'll appreciate the benefits of an electric tiller. Good tillers are…

Corded Electric Tillers

Corded Electric Tillers

by Bob Beacham

A corded electric tiller is the ideal solution for many gardeners. There’s terrific choice, they are very affordable, and they’re lighter, easier to use, and need…

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Irrigation

Rain Barrels

by Lauren Corona

Our water supply isn’t unlimited, so a rain barrel is a simple way to conserve water and make your garden a little more eco-friendly. Rain barrels collect water that…

Smart Sprinkler Controllers

Smart Sprinkler Controllers

by Melissa Nott and Kevin Luna

Keeping your lawn and flowers looking nice sounds simple enough, but summer heat can make it feel like a full-time job. If you're still using an old-school irrigation…

Soaker Hoses

by Jennifer Manfrin and Kevin Luna

As an avid gardener, I know that keeping my plants hydrated during the growing season is key to helping them thrive. However, conserving water is also important…

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