The Crucial Hydrangea Winter Prep Task You Shouldn't Forget
Once hydrangeas have offered up their beautiful summer blooms, they begin to prepare for winter dormancy. Help them do it successfully with this easy fall task.
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Hide Ugly Sponges With This Brilliant Kitchen Storage Solution
Tired of grimy sponges cluttering your sink? Discover a clever storage hack that keeps them out of sight so you can have a truly spotless kitchen.
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The One Way You Should Never Clean A Glass Stovetop
The flat surface of a glass stovetop makes it easier to clean any spills, but you probably shouldn't reach for this common item to sop up the mess. Here's why.
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Termites Love This Overlooked Entry Point On Homes — Do You Know Where It Is?
If you're struggling with a termite problem or want to prevent one, make sure you consider this area of your home because termites tend to end up there.
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The Cleaning Mistake That's Inviting More Flies Into Your Home
A fly and your shoe finally make contact against your bedroom wall. This common mistake you make when clearing away the carcass could be luring more flies.
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The Quick Fix That'll Save Your Wobbly Doorknob From Falling Off
Frustrated by a doorknob about to come off its shaft, but don't want to replace it yet? This humble hardware product is a quick and easy, though limited, fix.
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This Affordable Kitchen Rail Alternative Looks Like The Real Thing
If you've dreamed of having a hanging rail in your kitchen for often-used items but can't afford the hefty price tag, here's an affordable alternative.
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Naturally Deter Fire Ants From Your Yard With The Help Of A Fresh-Smelling Herb
With an aroma that's pleasing to people but off-putting to fire ants, this easy-to-grow plant could be a great addition to your backyard pest control efforts.
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Add Big Curb Appeal To Even The Smallest Of Yards With One Simple Tree
If you have a small yard, you can still add a very impactful tree to your space. This species is slow-growing but easy to maintain and packs a visual punch.
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This State Has The Highest Salaries, But What Do The Home Prices Look Like?
This part of the country has the highest salaries in the country, but what do their rental and home prices look like and are they affordable for residents?
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Don't Throw Out Thin Foam Packing Sheets, They're A Hidden Gem In Your Yard
Your Amazon boxes come filled with thin foam packing sheets. Wondering what to do with them all? Keep them from the trash by reusing them in your garden.
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Paper Towels Are Safe In The Microwave, But There's A Catch
Do you use paper towels to cover containers when cooking or reheating food in the microwave? It's safe, but only if you use the right kinds of paper towels.
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What Happens To Your Mums When You Add Coffee Grounds?
Using coffee grounds in the garden has numerous benefits but it can change the soil's pH levels, which can lead to a growth problem for your colorful mums.
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What To Know About Reusing Old Towels As An Inexpensive Weed Barrier
Need to get those weeds in your backyard garden under control? Weed barrier is costly. Could you use what's probably in your linen closet right now instead?
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Double The Shoe Storage Space In Your Closet With Just One Affordable Hack
Love shoes but don't have a lot of closet space to store them in? Before you buy an expensive closet organization system, try this easy, cheap DIY instead.
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The Classic Flower That Can Bring A Chocolatey Rich Color To Your Garden
Best planted in groups of about 12, this classic flower makes a wonderful addition to your garden beds in rich hues of chocolate, maroon and black.
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Grow One Popular Herb With Your Succulents And Watch Them Both Thrive
This fragrant herb not only loves full sun and dry conditions, making it a perfect companion for your succulents, it's also requires little maintenance.
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The Best Time Of Year To Buy Bulbs For The Biggest Savings
Are you already thinking about growing your springtime garden? If so, you may want to head to the store this fall for the best savings of the season.
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The Colorful Full-Sun Succulent That Thrives When You Deadhead It
Succulents are more known for their low maintenance than their showy petals, but this pretty succulent will benefit from some extra care after it blooms.
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Why You Should Rethink Decanting Your Bathroom Products To Declutter
Decanting toiletries into uniform bottles can feel like living in a resort. However, doing so could be bad for the products, and maybe even your health.
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The Liquid To Have On Hand When Trying Out A Messy Wood-Painting DIY
Keep this liquid with you during your next messy paint project, as it has organic solvent properties that dissolve old polish, wax, and oil.
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The Fall Grass Variety That Makes A Stunning Lawn Alternative
Looking for a lawn alternative that's easy to grow and resistant to many pests? This fall grass variety is ideal for much of the United States.
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The Fast-Growing Narrow Tree That Doubles As A Privacy Fence
Before you add a fence or hedge to your yard for privacy, consider adding this tree, which offers tons of shade and a natural beauty to your yard.
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A Perennial That Loves Shade Will Splash Color Into Your Yard's Dark Corners
This ground cover not only can handle the dark corners of your yard but grows in a wide range of hardiness zones. Just be sure it's safe to grow in your area.
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The Easy Planting Method That Helps Keep Pests Away From Your Tomatoes
Using an everyday essential, this hack will support your tomatoes’ growth and keep them away from the soil surface, which helps in deterring pests.
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The Budget-Friendly Hack To Keep Your Tools From Getting Rusty
Prevent rust from ruining your tools with this simple, budget-friendly method. Keep your toolbox dry and extend the life of your equipment effortlessly.
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One Fertilizer Habit Most Gardeners Overlook
Top dressing your fertilizer by laying it on the soil is one way to add nutrients, but is it the most effective? Some say there's a better option.
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