How The '60s Handled Home Building (And Why We're Glad It's Not A Thing Anymore)
While the '60s is iconic for its design, its construction methods don't have the same longevity. Here are some of the issues you might see on an old build.
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Stories By Katharine Hansen
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Goodbye Traditional Nursery Pots: There's An All-Natural Alternative To Consider
Since traditional nursery pots aren't biodegradable or porous, you might want to consider swapping them for this natural alternative with plenty of benefits.
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Award-Winning Gardener Grows Over 1,000 Shrubs: The Rhododendron King
Whether you're a beginner or a connoisseur of rhododendrons, there's surely something you can learn from "The Rhododendron King" and his impressive nursery.
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The Butterfly-Friendly Ground Cover That Deer Want Nothing To Do With
As cute as deer can be, they have a frustrating tendency to snack on our beloved gardens. Keep them away by planting this pollinator favorite.
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Swap Your Cookie-Cutter Exterior Finish For A Stylish Alternative That Boosts Curb Appeal
Transform your home's facade with this designer-approved exterior design scheme to make your house look more dynamic, inviting, and cutting-edge.
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Not Bee Balm, Not Columbine: The Shade-Loving Flower Pollinators Can't Resist
If you're looking for a plant that produces lovely flowers, thrives in the shade, and attracts pollinators, this beautiful plant could be the perfect choice.
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Not Citrus: The Kitchen Scrap You Should Never Add To Compost
You know citrus is problematic in composts, but there's another common foodstuff to avoid dropping onto the pile for fear of ruining its delicate balance.
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Not Banana Peels Or Coffee Grounds: Reach Into Your Freezer For The Perfect Compost Addition
Homemade compost is a great source of cheap, nutrient-rich matter for your plants, and this freezer scrap is ideal for compost pile as it breaks down easily.
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Not Honeysuckle, Not Petunias: The Hanging Basket Flower Hummingbirds Can't Resist
This bright red star-shaped flower is extremely easy to grow, resistant to droughts, and will have hummingbirds buzzing from June to October.
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Not Banana Peels Or Fruit Scraps: What You Could Be Adding To Your Kitchen Compost
If you compost at home, there’s an extra ingredient you could be adding to the bin that’s already lying around — and it doesn’t come from your kitchen.
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What To Do If You Find Black Ash On Your Tree Leaves
If you notice a substance that looks like ash or soot on your trees, it's likely not the result of a fire. Instead, you're probably dealing with pests.
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The Big-Leafed Plant That Could Replace Hostas — It's Fuss-Free And Full Shade-Tolerant
Everyone loves hostas for their big, bold leaves and interesting color options, but this unique plant isn't just beautiful, it's also deer-resistant.
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Use Plastic Bags To Create Budget-Friendly Patio Pavers With A Savvy DIY
Patio pavers are expensive, but with this clever project, they don't have to be. Rather than buying pavers at steep prices, make your own with simple materials.
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Boomers Can't Stand This Modern Paint Trend
According to our expert interior designer, baby boomers aren't a fan of this modern paint trend. In fact, what they prefer is the exact opposite.
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How To Fertilize Petunias And Extend Their Beautiful Blooms
If you want to keep enjoying your petunias’ blooms all season long, making sure you fertilize them with the right nutrients at the right time is key.
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Goodbye Traditional Mulch: The Organic, More Affordable Alternative Your Garden Will Love
Traditional mulch made of wood chips or pine straw certainly has its benefits, but this alternative boasts all the same abilities plus more.
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Gardener Turns An Old Cable Spool Into A Stunning Table That Doubles As Storage
Large, wooden cable spools are already the perfect shape and size to become a table, but this DIY takes their functionality one step further.
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How To Stop Creeping Jenny From Taking Over Your Lawn And Garden
Creeping Jenny is a popular landscape plant because it is an effective ground cover; however, it is invasive in many states and controlling it can be difficult.
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What To Do If You See Wasps Swarming The Birdhouse In Your Yard
Spotting a wasp swarm in the garden is alarming, especially when they're gathering near a birdhouse. What you do depends on whether they've set up residence.
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Transform Store-Bought Herbs With One Simple Trick
Do your herbs die almost as soon as you bring them home? This simple watering method will help to keep them healthy and ready to use for much longer.
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The Unexpected Place Where Smart TVs Are Becoming Popular
Smart TVs are a common feature in modern homes, but now it's trending to install them in this untraditional area to boost comfort and relaxation.
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The Fast-Growing Shrub That'll Easily Fill Bare Garden Spots And Add Curb Appeal
While it is considered invasive in some states, this quick-growing plant can add a ton of color to empty areas seemingly as soon as its planted.
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The Overlooked Reason People Add Ant Moats To Hummingbird Feeders (It's Not Just For Pests)
Having an ant moat for your hummingbird feeder is a proven means to keep these pest away from the nectar, but it also has another advantage for visiting birds.
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The Thrift Store Decor Getting A Major Value Boost In 2026 (& Brands To Look For)
Thrift shoppers will be excited to learn that thrift store decor is getting a major value boost in 2026. These are the brands to look for.
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Fill Your Garden With This Summer Flower After Tulip Blooms Have Faded
While tulips are beautiful, their gorgeous blooms don't last all that long. Replace their lost color with this low-maintenance early summer bloomer.
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10 Stunning Hanging Basket Flower Combos To Attract Hummingbirds
Hummingbirds love tubular, nectar-filled blooms in vibrant colors, and the flowering plant combinations in this list have those attributes in abundance.
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This Gardener Turned A Store-Bought Basil Plant Into A Towering Work Of Art
Getting basil to grow isn't difficult, but allowing it to thrive is another story. This gardener seems to have cracked the code to achieving tall, lush plants.
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