Brighten Up Your Front Porch With A Stunning Flower Combo For Your Hanging Baskets
Sure, a hanging basket full of of one gorgeous flower brightens up any outdoor space, but for maximum impact, grow these two stunners together.
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Stories By Lauren Krystaf
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Stop Using Magic Erasers To Clean Glossy Countertops. Here's Why
Mr. Clean Magic Erasers are known for their ability to "magically" remove stains, but the science behind that magic may cause real damage to your countertops.
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Plant Eastern Red Cedar Trees To Maintain Privacy And Add A Soft Pop Of Color
The eastern red cedar tree is native throughout much of the United States, making it an ecologically-friendly choice for privacy and beauty in your landscape.
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Bottle Flowers And Preserve Them In Jars With A Clever DIY
To bring a touch of eternal summer to your home, consider preserving your fresh or dried flowers with this smart jar and oil DIY decor hack.
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The Beautiful Cut Flower Bulb You Plant In March For Summer Blooms
Although most bulbs are planted in the fall for spring blooms, some can be planted after the coldest part of winter has passed for summer flowers.
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The Renter-Friendly Solution To No-Garden Watermelon Growing
Growing watermelons without a garden doesn't have to be hard. Instead, explore these renter-friendly methods to enjoy fresh, homegrown fruit in small spaces.
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The Heat-Tolerant Trailing Plant That Thrives In Full Sun
Fill your baskets or container garden with these gorgeous, vibrant trailing flowers that will tolerate full sun and heat from spring until early fall.
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The Lesser-Known Yellow Flowering Vine That's Similar To Carolina Jessamine And Blooms Twice A Year
If you're looking for a yellow flowering vine that's similar to Carolina Jessamine but blooms twice a year instead of once, this Southeast native is for you.
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What Is The Knob Under An Office Chair For? Here's How To Use It
Are you wondering what that mysterious knob on your office chair does? Believe it or not, it has a fairly important function that improves your comfort.
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Add Bright Red Color To Your Yard With A Fast-Growing Tree Hummingbirds Love
If you live in a tropical climate, you may see hummingbirds year round. Make sure they hang around your yard with this gorgeous tree that boasts red blooms.
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The Heat And Drought-Tolerant Fruit Tree That Will Grow In Full Sun
Looking to grow your own fruit in your yard? This fruit tree will thrive in a variety of conditions, including heat, drought, full sun, and partial sun.
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Types Of Cleaners You Should Never Use On Garage Floors
It seems like cleaning your garage floor should be as simple as grabbing the closest cleaning product and some water, but these items could damage your floors.
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Common Mistakes To Avoid When Making Soil More Acidic
Some plants are picky about the pH in their soil, so you'll need to make some amendments. Be sure to avoid these mistakes that will lead to bigger problems.
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Mistakes Gardeners Commonly Make When Growing Thyme
Thyme is a pretty easy plant to grow, but nothing is invincible. Avoid making these common mistakes to grow happy, healthy thyme in your garden.
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How Much Heat Can Quartz Countertops Take?
While quartz countertops are considered heat resistant, there's only so much heat the stone can take. Here's what to know to avoid damaging your countertops.
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Is Banquette Seating Right For Your Kitchen? The Big Downside You Should Consider
Creating a cozy kitchen with banquette seating doesn't come without its challenges. Consider the downsides you should be aware of before deciding.
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The Fast-Growing Flower You'll Want To Plant In Early Spring For Continuous Color
If you want to add more color to your spring garden, check out a gorgeous, fast-growing flower you can plant in early spring to create more interest.
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The Best Time Of Year To Fertilize Your Jacaranda Trees To Encourage More Blooms
Jacaranda trees grow gorgeous purple flowers in spring and summer, but it's important to fertilize them at the right time to encourage blooms.
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The Spectacular Spring-Blooming Flower That Thrives In Both Shade And Sun
It might not be common in gardens, but maybe this hardy flower should be. With blooms that thrive in full sun through full shade, this flower grows everywhere.
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The Low-Maintenance Ground Cover That Boasts Cheery Yellow Flowers In Spring
Consider this ground cover option for your garden or lawn. It's native to North America, boasting evergreen leaves and bright, sunny flowers in spring.
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The Garden-Favorite Flower You Should Plant With Crepe Myrtles For Gorgeous Blooms
Crepe myrtles are low-maintenance bushes or trees that grow well with many types of companions. This flowering bush provides loads of blooms.
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The Spectacular Spring-Blooming Flower That's Easy To Start From Seed In March
There are many flowers you can start indoors early to get gorgeous blooms. This classic comes in so many colors, you won't want to leave it out of your garden.
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Unboxing The Fresh Cut Flower Of The Month Club: Check Out These Blooms
We tried out the Fresh Cut Flower of the Month Club to see how it delivered on providing a fresh bouquet and how long the blooms would last.
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The Small Spring-Blooming Tree You Should Grow If You Love Birds And Butterflies
There are many types of trees you could add to your yard, but one has the distinct advantage of being a primary host to the the giant swallowtail butterfly.
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The Fast-Growing Fruit Tree You'll Regret Planting In Your Yard
This fast-growing, North American native fruit tree may sound appealing, but there are several reasons you won't actually want to plant it in your yard.
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The Smart Way To Use Your Garage As Extra Shoe Storage Space
If you have a little extra space in your garage, you can collect dirty shoes and other items before the ever pass your home's threshold with this simple DIY.
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Help Keep Weeds At Bay With This Succulent Ground Cover
Succulent ground covers are popular in landscapes for their aesthetics and weed-suppression abilities. Here's a beautiful option that grows in cooler areas.
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