Not Fertilizer Or Compost: The Potting Material That Extends Hanging Basket Blooms
If your hanging baskets aren't looking very lush lately, you can try switching to a potting material like this one to help extend their blooms.
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Stories By Suzanne Bonnett
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The Overlooked Tip For Keeping Water From Pooling In Sliding Glass Doors
Water seeping into the tracks of your glass door can cause more harm than you might think. Use this handy trick to keep water from doing any damage.
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The Clever Way To Protect Trees And Plants When Weedeating
Weedeating gives your lawn a clean edge, but nearby saplings can suffer accidental damage from the string trimmer. Use this hack to protect them.
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It's Termite Swarming Season — There's A Common Mistake You Need To Avoid
It's never a pleasant experience to see termites swarming in your home, but there is one common mistake you should avoid in order to keep these insects at bay.
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How Do Hotels Keep Their Towels So White And Fluffy?
Cozy towels are one of the most luxe parts of staying in a hotel, but if you want the same thing at home, you might need to add an extra step to your routine.
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What To Do If You Find Frogs In Your Pool
Frogs are naturally attracted to cool water sources, but needless to say, your pool should be off-limits. Here’s how to get and keep them out.
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How To Grow Beets In Pots For A Big, Nutritious Harvest
If your garden space is limited, you'll be happy to learn that beets are one of the veggies that can successfully grow in a pot, and this is how you can do it.
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IKEA Has A Compact Solution For Shoe Storage In Any Size Closet
Shoe storage doesn't always require a shelf or large organizer. Take advantage of your existing closet space with this low-profile, affordable IKEA product.
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What To Do If Weeds Start Taking Over Your Flower Pots
Just because you grow plants in containers, it doesn't mean your garden is immune to weeds. Stop them in their tracks with a simple addition to the soil.
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Not Wood, Not Vinyl: Upgrade The Privacy Of Your Home With This Fence Option
Fences are great to keep your home private, but wood and vinyl aren't durable, allowing them to leave peepholes. Try this material, instead.
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What To Do If Carrot Flies Are Wrecking Havoc In Your Garden
Carrot flies lay eggs and their larvae feast on the root vegetables, destroying the crops. But there are preventative and corrective measures to stop them.
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What To Do If You Find Deer Droppings In Your Yard
Coming across a pile of deer poop on your lawn is never a nice surprise. What you do next will determine how well you protect your backyard and your family.
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Say Goodbye To Wasps With Herbs They Can't Stand
Put that chemical bug spray away and use these two low-maintenance, delicious, and attractive herbs to keep wasps out of your outdoor spaces.
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Neither Blinds, Nor Curtains: The Vintage Way To Cover Kitchen Windows
Blinds and curtains are functional, but the run the risk of making your room look blah. Instead, seek out this time-tested interior design solution.
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Skip Boring Plain Concrete: There's A More Textured Option For Your Patio
Are you preparing to lay a new patio in your backyard? Consider this alternative concrete finish for budget-friendly yet still good-looking outdoor living.
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The Only Solution You Need To Eliminate Funky Shoe Odors
Stinky shoes don't have to be a fact of life. Get them smelling fresh again with this household solution you likely already have in your laundry room.
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What To Do If You See A Tick Nest In Your Lawn
Tick nests, which typically look like a collection of small brown dots, are never a welcome sight in your yard. Here's how to handle finding one.
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What To Do If You Find Carpenter Bees In Your Shed
Carpenter bees are helpful pollinators, but if they burrow into your wooden garden shed, they're a problem. Learn how to deter these bees rather than harm them.
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What To Do If You Find A Fallen Downspout In Your Yard
Every once in a while, you may come across a downspout that didn't come from your house, but somehow landed in your yard. But don't just chuck it in the trash.
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The Simple Edging Solution That Keeps Grass Out Of Your Flower Beds
Tired of grass in your flower beds? This edging solution is so straightforward and affordable, you might ditch expensive borders for good.
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The Garden Item At The Thrift Store That Looks So Stylish On Your Patio
If you want to add something functional, fashionable, and budget-friendly to your garden, then keep an eye out for this furnishing at the thrift store.
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Don't Toss That Cracked Ironstone Bowl — Turn It Into A Charming Bird Bath
It might seem like an ironstone bowl isn't worth using anymore once it's damaged. But you can easily turn it into a nice little place for birds to bathe.
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Lowe's Has A Retractable Screen Door That's Great For A Small Front Porch
This screen door is perfect for airing out your home with a small front porch — opening it won't take up precious space, bumping into your porch furniture.
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The Beautiful Peony Variety You Might Want To Rethink Planting Near Your Patio
Peonies are known for their gorgeous blooms, and many species also provide sweet aromas ... but not this one. Plant this stunner away from your patio.
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The Curtain Cleaning Task You're Probably Not Doing Often Enough
Curtains are often treated like fixtures, receiving only occasional dusting. If this sounds like you, you're not doing this simple cleaning task often enough.
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What To Do If You Find A Cicada's Shed Shell On A Tree In Your Yard
Spot a cicada shell in your yard? Don’t toss it — these tiny exoskeletons can actually come in handy in your gardening and lawncare routine.
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Help Transplanted Plants Thrive With This Leftover Kitchen Scrap
Transplanting can put a lot of stress on your plants. Luckily, a common kitchen scrap can be turned into a fertilizing boost that will help your plants thrive.
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