One of the most satisfying gardening jobs is laying mulch for the first time. When done well, it creates an instantly defined, crisp appearance to your garden beds, and can make any landscaped area look polished and beautiful. But fast…
A well-manicured grass lawn complements a home and property, but it’s not for every home or every homeowner. Lawn alternatives can replace traditional grass without grass’ maintenance duties, thirst for water, or need for frequent mowing. Want more gardening tips?…
Knowing when to harvest okra will make a big difference in how it tastes. Tender, young okra is delicious but large, older pods will be tough and fibrous. The first okra pods should be ready to harvest about 60 to…
Smelly shoes are a common problem and could have a major impact on your home depending on where and how you store your shoes. Even with the best foot hygiene, damp and unventilated shoes provide an ideal environment for smelly…
<img src='https://www.thespruce.com/thmb/szC5_ahD0eSKcjlkFY8b9cHuOyU=/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc():format(jpeg); alt=' Photography By Tonelson / Getty Images ‘ title=”Air conditioner condensor”> Photography By Tonelson / Getty Images Air conditioner systems have two fans: one inside that is connected to the air handler, allowing it to draw warm air…
Bold red-and-white checkerboard tiles and colourful upholstered banquettes lend an Italian feel to the atrium of this Copenhagen hotel designed by local studio Tonen. Malene Bech-Pedersen and Mette Bonavent of Tonen oversaw the design of Hotel Bella Grande, which occupies…
“Adulting” catches up to you subtly, like getting excited about a good linen napkin or choosing takeout on the couch over a crowded bar. For Victoria Justice, part of embracing her adulthood is reflected by her love of laundry day. …
If you’d asked me a decade ago how I fare with houseplants, I would have told you, without question, the answer is horrible. Every plant I brought home seemed to die, no matter what. But in recent years, I’ve gotten…
When it comes to painting your porch, there are a range of options to infuse curb appeal. Are you looking for a poppy color like a peach, pink, bold turquoise, evergreen or something more neutral like white warm or taupe…
Butterfly bushes (Buddleja davidii) come in many shapes, sizes, and colors. Also known as summer lilac or orange eye, the butterfly bush is native to central China and Japan, and is widely grown as an ornamental plant. These fast-growing shrubs…
