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Aged Patina: How to Make Your Garden Look Older

Old gardens have a sense of history developed through centuries of loving care. Capture that ageless elan much faster with these tips and tricks.

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Five Reasons I Prefer Country Life

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Yes, You Can Grow Roses—It’s Not as Complicated as You Think

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Expert rosarians bust common myths and reveal secrets for lush, healthy blooms.

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Winter Is Coming ... and We Need a Furnace!

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Winter Is Coming ... and We Need a Furnace!

Whether it’s a debt, a loan, or a laundry problem, Mary Hunt provides suggestions and answers to her readers.

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Short on Growing Space? Think Higher

Hanging baskets of flowers, ivies, herbs, fruits, and vegetables add instant beauty—and maximize garden space. They’re also ideal for apartments.

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Ask Angi: How Do I Handle Home Emergencies?

Gas leaks, and burst pipes can’t be ignored when they happen in the home.

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Matted Cat May Be In Pain

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Clever Ways to Use This for That to Save Time and Money

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Clever Ways to Use This for That to Save Time and Money

You may already have what you need right in your home because almost every item has more than one use.

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Make an Attractive, Functional Garden Bridge

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Make an Attractive, Functional Garden Bridge

Building a flat bridge rather than an arched bridge is easier as a DIY project.

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Columbine Flowers

Columbine flowers do not bloom for very long but if you pinch off flowers as they fade, the plant may produce more flowers.

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How to Break the Bad Habit Killing Your Finances

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How to Break the Bad Habit Killing Your Finances

Cooking for yourself and your family has a host of benefits for your wallet and your health.

6/6/2024

Battling the Bad Bugs: How to Get Ahead of Garden Pests

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Battling the Bad Bugs: How to Get Ahead of Garden Pests

As the garden finally moves into the height of growing season, the pest pressure increases exponentially. Put down the bug spray, and read on.

6/5/2024

Beneficial Bugs: Not All Insects Are Pests

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Beneficial Bugs: Not All Insects Are Pests

Plant it and they will come—bugs by the hundreds. But don’t shriek, they may be friendly. Let’s meet the white hats of the insect world.

6/5/2024

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Aged Patina: How to Make Your Garden Look Older

Old gardens have a sense of history developed through centuries of loving care. Capture that ageless elan much faster with these tips and tricks.

6/5/2024

Potatoes in the Dishwasher? Let the Debate Commence!

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Potatoes in the Dishwasher? Let the Debate Commence!

Using the dishwasher to wash potatoes is a good idea. Only very select products can waterproof suede.

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