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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
By Jacky Parker Published
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5 Types of Popular Maple Trees to Plant in Your Yard — to Welcome Autumnal Colors and Enchanting Flair
Nothing screams fall like these gorgeous varieties that will certainly bring in a zen feel to your garden space
By Amiya Baratan Published
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These Are the 3 Items That Are Most Difficult to Store in Your Home — I Asked Organizers for the Solution
Hear what Joshua Fields Millburn of The Minimalists and experts in professional organizing have to say about homing difficult items, and where they could potentially live
By Ciéra Cree Published
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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
By Jacky Parker Published
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Can I Burn Wood in my Garden? What You Need to Know to Get Rid of Waste — According to a Lawyer
Before you get to incinerating excess wood in your garden, here's what you should know
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Horizontal or Vertical Tiles — Which Layout Works Better for a Small Bathroom?
The orientation you choose for subway tiles in your bathroom could be causing an optical illusion that makes your space feel smaller than it is
By Aditi Sharma Maheshwari Last updated
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Best Ground Cover Plants to Prevent Weeds — 7 Varieties That Help Keep Unwanted Growers at Bay
Weeds can be quite a nuisance — but the right ground covering can prevent them from appearing in your garden
By Lilith Hudson Last updated
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Flower Bed Ideas — 11 Planting Styles That Will Inspire Your Backyard Design and Elevate Its Greenery
Make your flower beds the cornerstone of your garden design by using these clever techniques, approved by gardening pros
By Hebe Hatton Last updated
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7 Fall Flowers to Plant in Your Raised Beds — To Fill Your Yard With Autumnal Color
Bring home an autumnal harvest of flowers with these expert-approved picks
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Can I Cut My Neighbor's Hedge? Where You Stand From a Legal Perspective, According to a Lawyer
Here's the right way to deal with your next door neighbor's overgrown boundaries
By Amiya Baratan Published
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The "Goth Garden" is the Dark, Romantic Trend Getting Its Time in the Sun — All Thanks to This Gardener
With its all-black, surprisingly pretty planting scheme, Chloe Hurst's garden is setting a new, moody beauty standard for our yards
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Clay Pot Sealer is the "Unsung Hero" of Container Gardens — Here's How to Use It to Stop Potted Plants Drying Out
Beautiful though they may be, terracotta planters might not be the most practical pot of the lot if you miss this crucial step
By Faiza Saqib Last updated
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What's the Best Alternative to an OLED TV? Right now, It Comes Down to These Two Options
With Micro-LED still ludicrously expensive, it’s a straight fight between Mini-LED and QD-OLED
By Alan Martin Published
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How Should You End a Backsplash on an Open Wall? 8 Approaches Good Designers Take
An unconsidered finish to your backsplash is a giveaway of a badly-designed kitchen. This inspiration from beautiful kitchen projects will help you figure out how to end a backsplash best
By Luke Arthur Wells Published
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This "Hollywood-Style" Hedge Is the Living Fence Landscapers Love for Maximizing Privacy
These classic hedges screen your home while offering that timeless A-list home feel
By Amiya Baratan Published
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The "Didn't Know" Decluttering Rule Can Help Indecisive People Get Rid of Stuff — Without Overthinking It
This trick from The Minimalists will help you declutter stuff you didn't even know you had, drastically multiplying your efforts as a result
By Lilith Hudson Published
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7 Shade Plants for Containers That Are Perfect for Bringing Interest to Your Yard's Darker Spots
The plants that experts say work best for pots in shady area to fill every corner of container garden
By Sarah Wilson Published
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How to Cut Paneling — What to Use to Ensure You Get Accurate Cuts and a Good Finish Every Time
Panel cutting advice from the experts so you create a timeless look for your walls on a budget
By Amiya Baratan Published
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These Multi-hued Flowers Are Perfect Planted in Garden Borders — And Can Turn Your Backyard Into a Colorful Dream
For a sweet garden addition, garden designers are loving lantana, perfect for summer feels year-round
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How Much Wind Can a Pergola Withstand? The One Thing to Know for Outdoor Structures That Last
Save yourself a repurchase by making sure you buy a pergola that is sturdy enough for your local climate
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Lavender Alternatives — 6 Other Purple Flowers That Are Just as Beautiful (and Smell Just as Good)
Lavender is a classic choice for your yard, but why limit yourself? These other purple-blooming flowers will look great and offer their own aromatic qualities
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Can I Put a Big Couch in a Small Living Room? How to Make an Oversized Sofa Feel Like the Perfect Fit
Interior designers explain the pros and cons of going as large as possible with a sofa when you've got a small space — and the tricks to make it work
By Ellen Finch Last updated
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Should I Put a Light Over My Kitchen Sink Window? This is the "Secret Weapon" to Elevate Kitchen Lighting
Your kitchen's task lighting can be as beautiful as it is practical if you put the right fixtures in the right places, say these experts
By Luke Arthur Wells Published
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11 "Moon Garden Plants" That Will Make Your Backyard Look Amazing After Dark
Choose these plants in your garden scheme for flower beds and pots that come alive at night
By Amiya Baratan Published
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How Long Does Paint Take to Dry? Ballpark Figures for Different Finishes and Conditions
Impatient to apply the next coat? Here's a breakdown of how long you really need to wait for paint to dry, according to decorating experts
By Faiza Saqib Last updated
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How to Use Farrow & Ball’s 'Pigeon' in Your Home — 10 Ideas and Expert Advice for This Best-Selling Neutral
Is it blue? Is it green? Is gray? However you interpret it, you'll love the way Farrow & Ball's Pigeon, a complex-yet-classic shade, will work in your interiors
By Emma Breislin Last updated
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9 Fragrant Plants for Window Boxes That Look Great, and Will Make Your Front Yard Smell Amazing
Surround your home with nature's sweet-smelling perfume provided by these graceful flowers and herbs that thrive in window containers
By Amiya Baratan Published
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Drought-Tolerant Climbing Vines — 7 Plants That Thrive in Summer and Dry Climates
These hardy creepers are a dry gardener's ultimate companion and, best of all, they add a whole lot of color and foliage
By Amiya Baratan Published
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What Are the Most Popular Behr Paint Colors? These Hand-Picked Shades Promise to Bring Your Walls to Life
These paint colors from Behr are cult classics and come hand-chosen by experts to guarantee designer-worthy decorating
By Lilith Hudson Published