Latest articles by Jacky Parker
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Should You Use Hard or Soft Water on Plants? Here's What You Need to Know About Watering
Experts offer simple solutions if your plants are suffering from a mineral overload
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How to Water Orchids Correctly — Do This if You Want Beautiful, Healthy Blooms
Follow these expert tips and tricks to save your delicate flowering blooms from wilting away
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How Much Drainage Do Indoor Plants Need? Here is Your Ultimate Guide to Houseplants and Their Needs
We've spoken to the expert to gather the dos and don'ts of plant drainage and how it can impact your leafy greens
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How to Fix Overwatered Plants — 5 Tips You Need to Follow for Rescuing Your Wilting Leafy Greens
Yellowing leaves and soggy soil needn't be a problem anymore, as there is always a solution, according to the experts
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5 Things You Need to Know to Avoid Overwatering Your Houseplants
Too much water can damage your beloved plants, so here's what you need to do to stop that from happening
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10 Indoor Climbing Plants That Will Take Your Blooms to New Heights — And Make Your Home Look Lush
These vines will add visual interest to your indoor garden and enhance the way your space looks and feels
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What You Need to Know About Watering Houseplants — The Rules for a Healthy Indoor Garden
Here is some expert advice on how to water houseplants (properly) and stop them from withering away
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How Often Should You Water Houseplants? Expert Advice on What to Do to Keep Plants Healthy
How often should you water houseplants? Here's a quick guide to different plants' watering needs and upkeep tips from the pros
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What is the Best Wood for Outdoor Furniture? This is the Type to Buy, Whatever Your Budget
Wooden outdoor furniture is an investment — but which is the best for durability meets good looks?
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How to Clean Teak Outdoor Furniture — Ahead of Storing It Away for Fall
Ensure your expensive teak furniture is in its best shape before it goes into storage or under-cover
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How to Restore Weathered Teak Outdoor Furniture — Tricks to Keep It Looking Better for Longer
Bring weather-beaten furniture back to glory with this expert advice–plus what not to do
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Drought-Tolerant Lawn Grasses — 5 Green Covers That Will Thrive In Dry Conditions
If you're dealing with a heated climate, or tired of your lawn suffering in the summer, why not opt for these low maintenance "dry" grasses instead of the standard?
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Wood vs Gas Fire Pits — The Pros and Cons, and Which Makes More Sense to Buy
Crackling flames or convenience and control? Expert advice to help you decide what's best for you
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9 August Gardening Tasks You Need to Do to Get The Most Out of The Summer — And Prepare for Golden Autumnal Leaves
Tackling these simple tasks will ensure you get the most from your green space this summer
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7 Things You Should Prune in Your Yard in August — What to Trim to Prepare You for a Thriving Fall Season
Trim these plants, shrubs and trees to keep them blooming and beautiful for the upcoming seasons
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7 Things You Should Do for Your Lawn in August — Good Habits That Will Result in Resilient Turf
Give your grass the care it needs and it will bounce back after a hot summer of activities
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Outdoor Storage Ideas for Bikes — 6 Ways to Keep Cycles Out of Your Home, but Still Safe and Secure
From sheds and sheds to racks and rails, find what works best for you
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6 Outdoor Kitchen Storage Ideas That Make Clever Use of Your Alfresco Cooking Space
Experts recommend these details for effortless outdoor entertaining
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How to Store a Lawn Mower — Ideas That Will Keep It Running Its Best for Longer
Safe and secure lawn mower storage ideas will extend the life of your grass cutter and make your green space look as lush as ever
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"A Well-Ordered Shed Will Inspire You" — 5 Shed Shelving Ideas That Make Organization Look so Pretty
One of our favorite interior stylists shares her tips for making shed shelving a design feature, alongside other inspiring ideas
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5 Things You Should Prune Back in Your Yard in July — What to Trim for Healthy Summer Plants
Advice on cutting back and deadheading over this summer month if you want to keep your garden looking its best, and set to thrive in the months to come
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5 Fruits You Can Actually Plant in July in Your Yard — Ideas to Grow Now for New Season Crops
Although not a traditional time for planting, these are the fruits that can still be sown this month
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5 Flowers You Can Still Plant in July for an Extra Burst of Summer Color
Annuals, perennials and flowering herbs to enliven your yard during the hotter months of the year, as suggested by gardening experts
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How Can I Add Storage to a Small Backyard? 6 Ideas to Try That Look as Good as They Are Useful
Maximize your outdoor storage space with these ideas from experts that work even in tiny spaces
