Don't pack those pool noodles away just because swimming season is over. Despite the name, those inexpensive, colorful, flexible lengths of foam are useful far beyond the beach and pool. Stocking up ...

For plants in pots, you can use pool noodles standing vertically to fill the container to about 3/4 of the height of the container. That way you won’t need as much soil in your largest containers, and ...

Colorful foam pool noodles in a pile - Jordan Van Loo/Getty Images We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Pool noodles aren't just fun beach and pool accessories; the colorful foam ...