If you’re a gardener looking to add a splash of vibrant color to your garden, zinnias are the way to go. These beautiful flowers come in various types, including short and tall varieties, and blooms that range from single color…
Peopleimages/Getty Images Keeping your lawn healthy and free of weeds can be difficult, and many herbicides contain chemicals that are harmful to humans and pets. While vinegar is great for cleaning, it can also help rid your lawn of weeds,…
Some mornings, the buzzing of your alarm clock — or more likely the ringing of your smartphone — is the absolute last thing you want to hear. Being catapulted out of a pleasant dream by an obnoxiously loud noise isn’t anyone’s idea…
Gardenias are beautiful plants that thrive in warm temperatures, making them perfect for indoor gardening. However, they can be a bit finicky and require special care to keep them healthy and blooming. Here are some essential tips for keeping your…
A backyard shed can serve a variety of purposes around the home, and the extra space it offers can function as an office, play area, workshop, or general storage room. Sheds can also be used in more exciting ways, like…
Japanese beetles have voracious appetites. They devour the foliage, flowers, and fruits of various plants, causing extensive damage to our gardens. The feeding behavior of Japanese beetles is particularly harmful as they strip leaves down to just the veins. This…
After working to keep your grass beautiful and green throughout the summer months, you may be tempted to shovel snow off your lawn in an attempt to protect it from the cold precipitation. You might also be thinking of shoveling…
Box turtles can find their way onto your property, finding a home in your garden and a hiding place under that backyard brush pile you created to attract and support wildlife. If it’s possible a turtle is living in your backyard,…
Some sleep habits are great for our health, such as sticking to a set bedtime, limiting blue light exposure, and steering clear of coffee or alcohol several hours before turning in for the night. Other sleep habits, however, can work…
Blackcurrants, scientifically known as Ribes nigrum, are big shrubs that are grown for their health benefits and the delicious fruit they produce. Cultivation of blackcurrants has a long history and is widespread in many regions around the world. Blackcurrants are…