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A basil plant with wilted leaves and a stem infested with beet armyworms.

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Mystery bugs on basil turn out to be armyworms that can strip a plant fast

A vibrant garden filled with colorful flowers and raised planting beds against a cloudy sky.

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Gardener shares stunning photos after 4 years of 'chaos gardening'

A person holds a smartphone next to a Wi-Fi router and a laptop.

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Internet providers rarely mention these low-income plans that can cut bills to $15 a month

A thrift store.

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5 amazing times a shopper hit the jackpot at the thrift store

When a sink stops draining, most people reach for a drain cleaner or call a plumber. But one handyman is showing that the fix might already be hiding in plain sight: your plunger.

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Handyman demonstrates easy method to fix clogged sink: 'It works like magic'

A person repairing a dryer while inspecting a dusty venting pipe in a cluttered laundry space.

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Appliance tech demonstrates how to prevent fires and keep your dryer in tip-top shape

A modern Microsoft store exterior with people inside and outside, showcasing products and a bright design.

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Microsoft will give you cash in exchange for your old electronics

"I now know to replant it often."

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Farmer shares simple tip for growing successful herb plants: 'That was so helpful'

A set of tools and screws.

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5 creative cleaning hacks that will make your life easier

Not everyone starts out with a green thumb, but there are many tricks you can try to stack the deck in your favor.

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5 simple gardening tips that will help turn your thumb green

A person puts batteries in an electric lawn mower.

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4 homeowners reveal why they ditched gas mowers for electric

A couple stands together, admiring solar panels on their roof against a clear blue sky.

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Homeowner shows off photo of massive tax return after installing rooftop solar