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1. A pack of Miracle-Gro plant food spikes if your leafy green friends keep dying or aren't showing much growth despite your diligent watering. Just plop these into the soil, and they'll feed each plant with essential nutrients they need to ~thrive~ for up to two months!
You can use these with indoor or outdoor plants!
Promising review: "Must-have for all houseplants! It's the best plant food! I use these for all of my houseplants — I have around 30 or so. Super easy to use and works perfectly for all my plants. Definitely worth the buy!" —Kala H.
"As soon as I inserted a few of these in each of my vegetable plant, my garden took off from there. This is the only product that I use. Now I am actively growing and eating from my vegetable garden thanks to this product." —Kia
Get a pack of two (with 48 spikes each) from Amazon for $10.95.
2. A jug of dog spot repair solution for addressing the dirt patches in your backyard caused by damage from dog pee, digging, or heavy foot traffic. It's made from a combo of mulch, seeds, and soil designed to help healthy grass regrow — by summer, your yard will look green and lush.
Promising reviews: "Used this in the spring to fill out our lawn more, and it worked great! I was worried bc I feel like you always hear grass seed horror stories, but I just raked our lawn good, spread seeds all over, and watered it once (sometimes twice) per day and it filled the lawn in beautifully!" —Mariah
"I have lacrosse players and dogs, and this stuff is amazing. My yard looked like an abandoned lot before this and it literally 'grew anywhere' just like it said. The bag I planted last year actually came back strong this year so I put more down and it is working like a dream!" —chchmom
Get it from Amazon for $16.44+ (available in five sizes).
3. A wall-mounted tool organizer because you're tired of the broom, mop, and duster falling on top of you every time you open your utility closet. This can help hold all your gardening and yard tools too, keeping your garage or outdoor shed clutter-free.
This comes from Berry Ave, a small business that makes organization products.
Promising reviews: "Holds better than any rack I've had. Nothing falls off and the hooks are a welcome addition for holding the small items. This is my second one, as I liked the first one so well." —Jami Wallis
"Sturdy and strong. I tried other brands but they are not strong enough to hold brooms. This one really works. I wish there was more space between each holder, but otherwise I'm very satisfied." —eb
Get it from Amazon for $16.97 (available in four colors).
4. A garbage guard to prevent clouds of flies or (ugh) maggots from taking up residence in and around your trash cans as the weather gets warmer. Just stick it inside the can, and it'll released an odorless vapor that kills insects for up to four months!
Promising review: "I ordered this product because every spring and summer we have problems with flies and maggots in the garbage can. The first time I used Terro, it didn’t stick very well. I can say it was user error because the adhesive tape stuck to my fingers. I had a hard time getting the tape off my fingers, but did manage to stick the device on the garbage lid. The next day I noticed that the device had fallen in the garbage can, so I ordered another one. I was very careful not to get the tape on my fingers this time. The device has been on my garbage can lid for a few days now. It survived the weekly trash pickup. As for whether or not this device works: Let me tell you, NO FLIES, NO MAGGOTS!!! This product works well. Just be careful when applying the adhesive strip." —Simone Kale
Get it from Amazon for $9.84.
5. And a pack of ready-to-use fruit fly traps so you can finally go to war against the gnats and fruit flies invading your home — and win. These cute, unassuming "apples" will lure them in and trap them in the bottom, with a built-in window so you can keep an eye on the action.
Promising review: “Every spring and every fall my kitchen gets full of fruit flies. It’s so embarrassing to have people over. They’re in my pantry, not in my fridge and constantly flying around the sink. These do the trick! Within a few days of seeing them, I put these out and it gets rid of all the fruit flies. I always have a few extra under my sink. I recommend them to several friends and I recommend them to you too!" —MLD
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $13.01.
6. An automatic bleach toilet cleaning system you might as well install while spring cleaning, because anything that makes keeping your toilet clean as hands-free as possible is worth it in our book. After a simple install, it'll clean and deodorize with every flush — plus, it'll save you time and money in the long run by slowing down wear and tear on internal tank parts.
It's super quick to install, and one cartridge can last up to three months!
Promising review: "Wife and I used chlorine tablets for years. Kept bowl nice and clean. However the chlorine eats away at tank components. After five years or so while on vacation we got a leak at the tank bolts. $10,000 in hardwood floor damage and we decided no more chlorine. Until we found this product. No chlorine goes into tank. Goes directly into porcelain bowl so no problems and just a clean bowl. Best of both worlds, clean bowl and zero chlorine in tank. The tabs sit in this device and water breaks down the tabs. When you flush the water inside device transfers to bowl directly. This product should last our four toilets a lifetime. Wish I'd found this product $10,000 ago." —whatever
Get it from Amazon for $11.29.
7. A anti-allergen spray that's not only highly effective, but maybe even life-changing if you're someone who's constantly struggling with allergies and dreading even worse symptoms this spring. Just fill this bottle with water, shake, and spray it around your home (in the air and on surfaces) to help reduce airborne allergies, pet dander, and more.
FYI, this bottle comes with mineral concentrate inside only (no fragrance, no harsh chemicals, etc.) and is water activated! Once you add the water, it becomes your new spring-time anti-allergen BFF. The spray is safe to spray on furniture, floors, and filters, too. Reviewers say there are no stain or odor effects.
Allergy Asthma Clean is a family-owned small business founded by a father/daughter duo after a life filled with hospital trips and doctors visits due to Savanna's, the daughter's, severe allergies.
Promising review: "My dog is allergic to mites and our vet recommended trying this product. I spray it in the air and on all fabric in our home (from our couch to the curtains). It hasn't damaged or stained anything and has absolutely no smell of any kind. Our dog and even the humans in our house are noticing a huge difference. We're not sneezing as much and even our usual spring allergies are way down compared to last year. The fact that you get the bottle once and buy packets to refill so it's more sustainable and eco friendly is a huge plus too!" —Akl0123
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
Don't forget to grab a few refill packs so you can minimize plastic waste!
8. And a pack of duster sponges because you don't need that added layer of dust everywhere making your allergy symptoms even worse. Their curved ridges are designed to trap dust and pet hair (and actually pick it up, not just move it around). These are reusable and just need to be soaked and softened before use to unlock their full cleaning power!
These are super similar to the Scrub Daddy Damp Duster that's always sold out (and cheaper, too).
BuzzFeed Shopping editor Maitland Quitmeyer says, "I bought a pack of these recently, and so far love dusting with them! All the dust sticks right on, so you don't end up breathing in all the dust you just tried removing. It's great for baseboards, too!"
Promising review: "I rarely review products, but this little sponge literally changed my life! It picks up EVERYthing in one swipe! Hard water marks on your bathroom mirror, no problem! Hair clippings on your sink and counter, one swipe and they are gone! Dusty blinds? Swoosh, swoosh, swipe! And ala-presto ka-bam, like magic they are perfect and dust free! I just need one of these for my floors! I love, love, love how the sponge picks up everything and with a little running water, all the dust, hair, muck, and guck just rinsed away! This will not disappoint! Thank you!" —DayDreamer
Get a pack of four from Amazon for $9.99 (available in six color packs).
9. Plus, a slim microfiber duster for getting into those places you just can't reach, or maneuvering around tight areas. It attracts dust like nobody's business — no cleaning chemicals needed — and when you're done, the fluffy part snaps off so you can throw it in the wash.
Promising review: "Very practical, picks up a lot of dust and traps it. I love that I can throw the orange fluffy part in the wash and reuse it, much better than disposable dusters. I’ve used this on furniture, the fireplace mantel, light fixtures, lamps, electronics, ceiling fans. Works great." —TNTHE
Get it from Amazon for $11.99. (If you have lots of high, hard-to-reach spaces in your home, they also make an expanding duster for $17.99.)
10. Vacuum-sealed bags because it's time to put those bulky coats and sweaters away and make room for all your cute spring pieces. These'll transform your closet from an ever-teetering avalanche of stuff into an organized stack with room to spare.
Promising review: "Omg!!! My closet continues to grow, and I had NO WAY to store all these clothes until I found these bags! I stored all my summer clothes in them and have just enough space for my fall winter clothes! Now, it’s time to put all my sweaters and thangs away and bring out my spring and summer clothes! I absolutely love this purchase! Game changer for sure!" —Morgan S
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $15.99 (available in other sizes and pack quantities).
11. And while you're flipping your seasonal wardrobe: A pack of shelf dividers to help separate piles of T-shirts, tank tops, accessories, and more so everything doesn't just become one big jumble in your closets. It lets you stack things more efficiently, looks neater, and will help you find what you need much more quickly.
Promising review: "I was a little doubtful about these being able to stand up straight but was pleasantly surprised. I'm using them in an old antique cabinet/wardrobe to separate stacks of clothes that would otherwise turn into a pile of clothes on a shelf. I would definitely buy again." —the booniepepper
Get a set of two from Amazon for $17.99.
12. Plus, some Sheet Keeper bands that'll help you prepare for guests this spring by elevating your linen closet organization. These let you label and store each of your sheet sets together — no more mixing up the guest room's full-size sheets with your queen-size ones.
Sheet Keeper is a woman-owned small business based in Los Angeles and their adorable bedding bands will actually make staying organized fun!
Promising review: "I love these bands to identify sheets by size. We have a summer home and when our family uses it they were always calling about where sheets were for bed. This helps to eliminate calls." —Debbie Sechrist
Get a set of two from Amazon for $9.99 (available in sizes twin—king, as well as in duvet and comforter labels).
13. A set of reusable microfiber mop pads so you can go to town on your floors, knowing the extra-thick microfiber is picking up every bit of dust, dirt, and pet hair. Here's the kicker: These are compatible with your Swiffer *and* they're machine washable, so you can stop wasting money on disposable pads.
They can be used wet or dry and on basically every type of flooring and even drywall if you're so inclined. Since they can be thrown in the wash, one microfiber pad can replace up 100 single-use pads.
Promising review: "Just used these for the first time with my Swiffer WetJet and I gotta say I am impressed! Went on easily and cleaned the floors easily! I always hated the one-time use pads and never felt like they got my floor clean. This review is NOT sponsored, I bought these with my own money because I’m sick of single-use products. Seriously, buy these now!!!" —AKGross
Get a set of two from Amazon for $12.75.
14. A bleach-free outdoor cleaner that's especially effective on concrete and stone, but can be used all over your yard where you need to wash away layers of dust, dirt, and grime. It hooks directly to your garden hose to deliver a deep foaming clean.
Promising review: "I first used this product about two years ago on the awning on my RV. That awning was so bad, that I thought I was going to have to replace it. After using this Scott's product as directed, the mold and mildew completely disappeared. This product definitely works and it works GREAT! What more can I say — it saved me nearly $500." —R. Latreille
Get it from Amazon for $10.98.
15. An Iron Out rust stain remover for those tough rust stains you've all but given up on. You can use it inside or outside the home on anything from tubs and sinks to concrete and even chrome car wheels. All you have to do is spray the stain, let it sit for just seconds, then wipe it away — no scrubbing needed!
Promising review: "I had an A/C leak right into my bathtub and as many products as I used, I could never get it out. I just used this and it finally took the orange stains in the tub immediately out! It’s like some kind of chemical witchcraft. With that said, the product smells like death, made me cough a bit, but dang my tub is bright white and shiny!" —Christian Gamboa
Get it from Amazon for $5.97.
16. A bottle of Quick N Brite Fireplace Cleaner so you don't have to stare at soot stains and built-up ash from the last several months of lighting fires. This fireplace cleaning kit will have your hearth looking as good as new so it's ready to go next fall and winter.
Promising review: "Cleaned discolored tile in front of the fireplace, which is used almost every night during the winter. House is 70-years-old. Followed the directions given on the product. Tile looks brand-new with very little effort!!" —kellyMReads
Get it from Amazon for $18.99.
17. A pack of solar-powered, motion sensor-activated lights that'll automatically flip on at night when you pull the car into the driveway, step out to let the dog go pee, or need to take the trash out and would rather not do so in ✨ total darkness ✨. Reviewers say they give the perfect amount of brightness and hold up well through spring storms, snow, and hot direct sunlight.
Promising review: "I purchased these to cover the side of my house. Installation was easy and I left them outside for two days to charge. The light coverage was about what I expected from them and do the job well. The motion sensitivity covers all the side and lights turn on. It has rained about three times and still work great and hoping they last for a long time." —J. Argueta
Get a set of four from Amazon for $18 when you clip the 40% off coupon.
18. A rubber broom for your rugs and carpets, because it's basically a magnet for all that embedded pet fur (and spring is, unfortunately, shedding season). The built-in squeegee is also effective on hardwood, tile, and other flat surfaces to clean up any messy spills. Plus, the handle extends up to 5 feet long!
Promising review: "I bought this broom two years ago and it is still going strong! I have four large dogs and we have fur EVERYWHERE! This works so, so well! I am always amazed at what this picks up even after I just ran the vacuum. If you remove the head from the handle you can use the head to do in all the crevices along baseboards where fur gets trapped on the carpets. I also use it that way to do the carpet corners on the stairs. Lastly, I use it to get dust and cobwebs off the floors and ceilings. It truly is a super tool." —Roseann
Get it from Amazon for $12.98.
Check out our FURemover broom review for more satisfying photos of the hair it removed from one BuzzFeed Shopping editor's carpet.
19. And a *self-cleaning* grooming brush to gently detangle and remove all that loose hair on your pets before it ends up on your floors and furniture to begin with — then, with the press of a button on top, you can retract the bristles to wipe that excess fur away.
Lots of reviewer pets love being brushed by it too!
Promising reviews: "A dog brush that I don't have to pick dog hair out of... At first I thought this was some form of dark wizardry. But I don't care because this is awesome!" —MaddSweet
"I've spent hundreds of dollars on toys, treats, houses, scratchers, etc for my cats. This is hands down not even close, the best money I've ever spent! I got so much fur off them, and they loved it! They are looking so sleek and shiny, and they are rolling around like kittens they feel so fresh and happy. My cats are still young (all ages 4 and under) so they were pretty well groomed to begin with. I couldn't believe how many knots and snags were hiding in their fur. The whole time I was brushing them, they were purring and rubbing all over me trying to get more. The self cleaning feature is so easy!! A click of a button and all the hair falls off." —Samantha
Get it from Amazon for $12.74.
20. A Scumbug sponge that'll help get your pool and/or hot tub in shape (and then keep things clean) by soaking up all the accumulated oils, sunscreen, and grime floating around in there. You'll see the noticeable difference after one cleaning sesh, and even better, this lil' guy is reusable: Just rinse it off and repeat as needed!
Promising review: "Not a gimmick. I was skeptical these would work. I went with this brand because there were not any complaints of them turning brown when they were put in the water. I do use chemicals in my spa. Before use, we would get a settling of slime on the floor of the spa and on the filter. Sounds gross, but I'm convinced this comes from the many moisturizers my wife uses. I threw one of these in and put on the cover and since then, no slime on the floor and 80% less on the filter. I'm not kidding — they actually do work. Once a week I squeeze/rinse it out in the sink and wash it with dish soap." —Michael Olsen
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $14.99.
21. And the FrogLog, an escape ramp for your pool so any unfortunate critters who fall in have a way of exiting instead of ending up in your skimmer basket, leaving you with an unpleasant surprise next time you go to clean it.
Promising review: "We had been inundated with frogs last year, and I kept finding little frogs in the skimmers, many of which did not make it until I could rescue them. This product is doing EXACTLY as I had hoped! Since I purchased this the frogs had not been getting in the skimmers and my frog tally for this year is now 28 rescued, 14 fatalities." —Sandra J. Christian
Get it from Amazon for $19.77.
22. A fast-acting mildew remover to clean off your patio furniture and other outdoor surfaces (reviewers say it works great for boats too!). This formula cleans away mildew and mold without any heavy scrubbing needed. Just spray down whatever you're trying to clean, let it sit, then rinse it off with a hose to finish the job.
If it's a particularly tough stain, you might need a second application and light scrubbing!
Promising review: "I don't often write a review of a product. But this was so impressive, I thought I should let others know. We have a set of vinyl outdoor chairs that were constantly covered with mildew. When we were feeling ambitious, we'd take the time to power wash the chairs, which worked pretty well but was a lot of work. The problem was that a couple of days later, the mildew was back almost as bad a before. With this mildew stain remover, we sprayed the chairs, let them sit a few minutes, and hosed off with a regular garden hose. Easy. And they were cleaner than they ever got using the power washer. When we put the chairs away two months later, they were still clean." —Christine A. Simonson
Get it from Amazon for $8.97+ (available in three sizes).
23. A roll of very handy window screen repair tape so you can patch up tears in your screen door until you're ready to replace the whole thing. Now you can open the windows to let in the fresh spring air without worrying about bugs flying in.
Promising review: "The mesh of the tape is slightly smaller than the mesh of my windows, so it doesn't blend in. But it's better than a hole and cheaper than replacing the screen and it still lets air through, so I am very happy." —Alara
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in two colors and three sizes).
24. A brilliant power scrubber brush that straight-up attaches to a drill to handle all the muscle power of cleaning for you. If you're dreading tackling that stained bathtub or grimy front door on your spring cleaning checklist, this'll make the task much easier (and quicker).
If you happen to need a drill, here's a good Black & Decker one (as shown above!). And check out our Drill Brush attachment review for more on just how well it works!
Note: Each color of the Drill Brush attachment corresponds to the type of bristles they have, and each one is best suited for a specific type of cleaning job (for example, the yellow brush has medium bristles, best used for bathroom cleaning — bathtubs, showers, tile, and porcelain). Be sure to check the listing for which color is best for your intended purpose before buying!
Drill Brush is a small business based in New York that makes cleaning brushes that attach to drills. It was started in 2007 by a former electrician who suffered from carpal tunnel and needed a way to clean without causing him harm.
Promising review: "Impressed is an understatement. I am SHOCKED and amazed by how awesome this product is. I don't know how I've lived without it up until now. I used to spend literally an hour on my hands and knees scrubbing the shower to get it clean (we have a shower with a textured floor and it's impossible to get clean). Even spending that long scrubbing, it was never perfect. I would avoid cleaning the shower for as long as possible because it was so unpleasant. Enter the drill brush. I attached it to our cordless drill and went to town with some all purpose bathroom cleaner spray. I am not kidding you — I cleaned the entire shower in less than 15 minutes. SPOTLESS. With no intense scrubbing or effort on my part. You need this product in your life, seriously." —Carolyn Hall
Get a set of three from Amazon for $18.95 (available in six colors).
25. A far-reaching dryer vent lint brush capable of getting deeeep in there to scoop out all that gross trapped lint clogging your vents. Even if you clean out your lint trap religiously, there's still a ton of debris that falls through, which can be a fire risk and make your dryer run less efficiently.
This might be the most satisfying spring cleaning task you take on!
Promising review: "Why didn’t I know about this sooner?! A must-have for anyone annoyed at the amount of dryer lint left behind when you pull out the lint catcher. Now I can get it all. Note: you’ll probably need to vacuum more after cleaning it out." —Interpreter
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $7.99.
26. A jar of The Pink Stuff because the entire fam has been stuck inside all winter and the house is looking a little, uh, rough. This internet-beloved, all-purpose cleaning paste will be your spring cleaning MVP since it's made to tackle stains, dirt, and grime practically anywhere, whether it's that stained stove top, soap scum-covered shower doors, or crayon-marked wall.
Check out this TikTok where my former colleague Britt Ross uses The Pink Stuff on a dirty sheet pan, pair of white sneakers, and her toaster oven — spoiler, the results are *seriously* impressive.
Promising review: "Got this because TikTok made me do it. I put a smear on a hair dye stain in my shower from six months ago. Thought I’d have to let it sit for a while so I rubbed it in with a Scrub Daddy and was ready to let it sit, but it was already gone. Blew my mind. Removed rust stains in the toilet and hard water marks from the tank instantly. Goodbye other cleaners." —L. Seitz
Get it from Amazon for $4.99.
27. Or an eco-friendly oven scrub so you can finally address the burnt pumpkin pie bits inside your oven. This all-natural paste is handmade with a blend of plant- and mineral-derived ingredients, like eucalyptus, lemon, and peppermint essential oils; pumice stone; and baking soda.
Everneat is a Fairfield, Connecticut-based Etsy shop filled with natural cleaning products and tools.
Promising review: "LOVE IT! Oven door is a constant struggle. I hate chemical cleaners, so I thought I would try this. I bought the Lift scent and the unscented. The Lift smells fantastic, natural, not chemically, and the Clear truly is unscented. Works beautifully! I think the combo of grit in the scrub plus the metal scrubbie are magic together. I wore nitrile gloves and the scrubbie did end up poking a hole in them, so keep that in mind if you just got a mani or don’t want rough nails — use thick gloves. It does require elbow grease, because, hello, baked on bits of grease! But was very simple to use. Just smeared it on, added a little H2O to the scrubbie and went to town. Very impressed! I used not even 5% of one jar (for just the very dirty door) so it seems like it will last a while. Way better than BKF and wipes off easily. LOVE IT!!" —aniebauer
Get it from Everneat on Etsy or Amazon for $19.99 (available in three scents).
28. And a bottle of Goo Gone kitchen degreaser capable of cutting through the baked-on oil and grease layering your stove, kitchen appliances, cookware, and above-the-stove cabinets. There's nothing worse than feeling that slimy layer there and watching your usual cleaning attempts fall short of removing it all — with this stuff, it's about to be a thing of the past.
It's safe for use on tile, ceramic, and sealed stone surfaces *and* even safe for food prep areas!
Promising reviews: "I feel obligated to write a review about this. This is simply amazing. The two cabinet doors over the microwave hood had so much buildup grease, I almost wanted to replace the doors. Then I found this degreaser, sprayed on it, did not even let it sit for too long, and used Lysol sanitizing wipes to wipe it clean. Now the doors look brand-new!" —Tyler Wu
"Works well at getting out turmeric stains from my formica countertops and kitchen sink. I have used other degreasers, but this is the best one so far. Also, it doesn't generate fumes that make me cough." —s patel
Get it from Amazon for $6.99 (also available in a larger size).
29. An effective grout cleaner that'll let you get deep into the crevices and scrub away years of built-up dirt — if you've owned your home for a while, you may have even forgotten what it used to look like! Time to turn back the clock to the day you moved in.
Promising reviews: "Did a great job cleaning grime off of the 15-year tile. Wished I had known about it years ago. I’ve used different products and had tile professionally cleaned with poor results in the past." —ML
"I wish I had bought this sooner. I knew my grout was dirty but I didn't realize how disgusting it was until I used this cleaner. Sprayed it on and waited three minutes. I then used the brush to agitate the dirt in the grout, which was much easier than I expected it to be — I thought I was going to have to scrub hard. Instead, it was a very simple back-and-forth motion and the dirt immediately came loose and out of the grout. I then used a very wet dish towel to clean up the cleaner and dirt. The results were significantly better than I anticipated. I'm buying more to finish my entire home." —DenhamFam
Get it from Amazon for $19.57 (also available in packs with a scrubber brush).
30. Some plant covers to protect your precious garden beds from hard spring rains, cold weather, powerful winds, and strong sun with a lightweight barrier that still allows air and moisture to reach your plants.
Promising review: "These row covers were exactly what I was looking for. They were more than long enough to cover my raised vegetable beds and provided great protection from the cold nights. They also helped protect tender seedlings from sun/wind. Where I live, this spring was unusually cold and very strong winds and these provided great protection. They held up to some pretty strong winds without tearing." —Bobkat
Get it from Amazon for $16.99.
31. And smaller mesh plant covers for protecting single plants like tomatoes, blueberries, and strawberries from insects and other pests that will try to nibble away at your poor plants. These have a drawstring design that lets you secure them at the base.
These help protect them against bad weather as well!
Promising review: "Love the size of these nets. I'm trying my hand at growing tomatoes in pots this year. My friends have told me about their issues with birds, critters and insects, and these nets seem perfect. They fit perfectly over the cages, and I particularly like the drawstring on the bottom to safeguard any invaders. There's no problem watering the plants through the net and plenty of sun and air get through." —Debbie Cetin
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $13.99 (available in various sizes and packs).
32. A soil moisture meter giving you immediate info on your soil's moisture, pH, nutrients, and light conditions so you can decide whether to water and adjust care as needed. Your garden is likely full of many different types of plants, all of which have different needs, so this tool is *essential* for keeping your green fam happy.
This meter has a single-probe design (aka less danger to your precious plant roots!) that must be inserted at least 2.5 inches into the soil. No batteries are required!
Promising review: "I like how easy this is to use. We tried several types of soil to check the nutrients. It's helped us get rid of fungus gnats by letting us know our plants don't need to be watered as much. My asparagus fern was getting way too much water! I'm excited to really try out the pH readings on my hydrangeas in the spring. Only thing I would improve is the size of the print. I have to use my readers to read it, lol." —Charlene McClure
Get it from Amazon for $15.99.
33. A set of ant bait stakes that'll help you reclaim your garden from the infestation of ants that have made it their home, potentially harming your plants and biting you while you work in your beds. These'll eliminate their colonies without the use of toxic insecticides that may harm bees, butterflies, and outdoor pets.
Promising review: "These really do work! We had a big ant infestation in the garden, with four separate nests. I was worried about using these with the dogs in the yard, so the night before we left on a week's vacation, we set up about 10 of these traps, putting them right beside the nests. As soon as we got home we picked up all the traps (ALL the bait was gone) so the dogs could not get to them, and we noticed that all of the nests were no longer active. It WORKED. We now put them outside our fence line so the dogs cant get to them, and it seemed to keep the ants out of the yard all summer. My only issue is they can get messy. You have to be sure to hold them straight up after you clip off the tab and open the trap, otherwise the liquid bait inside will spill out." —pboy
Get a pack of 12 from Amazon for $12.55.
34. A nontoxic carpet cleaning solution for using with pretty much any carpet cleaning machine to give your carpeted areas the deepest clean they've ever experienced — even stains from years back will finally meet their match. It also deodorizes as it cleans, so pet owners, this is one you *definitely* want in your cleaning cabinet (especially after those muddy spring walks).
This solution works great with Bissell, Hoover, McCulloch, Rug Doctor, Kenmore, and Carpet Express vacuum cleaners.
Sunny & Honey is a family-run small business making cleaning products designed for pet owners who want keep their homes stain- and odor-free.
Promising review: "A true sensory experience while completing a mundane, laborious chore! The scent from this cleaner was pleasing versus the harsh chemical smell from the other brands out there. Yet, it was able to remove old stains that had been in the carpet fiber for well over seven years. This surprised me as I had just accepted that those stains were there to stay. Plus, it's concentrated so I just used over a bit of the recommended amount. Now the carpet looks great with no grainy feel to it when you walk on it with bare feet; although I did vacuum afterwards. Just as important, the carpet does not have the unpleasant odor that has lingered and would rear its ugly head from time to time! Thanks to Amazon for carrying this and making it easy for me to locate on the site!!!" —Marie J.
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two scents and two sizes).
35. A gutter scoop so you can address those gutters currently clogged up with dead leaves, animal nests, and mud while protecting your hand from scrapes.
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.