How to Design a Backyard: A Comprehensive Guide

Designing a backyard can be a rewarding project that enhances your home’s aesthetic and functionality. Whether you have a small urban space or a sprawling suburban yard, thoughtful design can transform it into an inviting outdoor retreat. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you create the backyard of your dreams. …

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Amazing yellow flowers for this summer

  Soil NeedsWell-drainedSunlight NeedsFull Sun/Partial ShadeGrowing Zones4 – 8Flower TipDo not plant these too deeply. Make sure the crown is only just covered by soil. Marigold Tagetes Marigolds are popular annuals. Their popularity likely comes from their bright colors and ability to bloom all summer long. They have carnation-like flower heads …

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How to plant grow and care for African violets

African violets are usually grown under fluorescent lights placed 12 to 15 inches above the leaves. If the leaves start to turn light green, your plant is getting too much light, while thin and dark green leaves or a leggy plant indicate too little light. Soil A well-drained potting mix …

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DIY Seashell Planter Ideas

If you just came home from a sea voyage with lots of beautiful seashells but have no ideas to work with them. You are in the right place to find answers. Here are 17 DIY seashell planters you can make at home. Not only are they perfect to place in …

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Easy and Gorgeous Trellis Ideas for Your Garden

A lattice fence or privacy screen is the perfect way to add a sense of privacy and structure to your garden. Whether the design is wood or metal, a garden trellis creates a beautiful backdrop for outdoor living spaces. Ranging from simple structures to intricate designs, these trellis ideas will …

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Growing and caring for colorful lily of the valley

The lily of the valley (Convallaria majalis) is not a true lily; It actually belongs to the asparagus family, although its foliage is reminiscent of some lilies. Medium green leaves, about 5 to 10 inches long and 1 to 3 inches wide, arch from the center of a clump. Dainty, …

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How to grow and care for Colorful Caladiums

So the days are getting shorter and the temperature is dropping, and you’ve been watching your brightly beautiful and happy Caladium slowly wither and die. You watered carefully and made sure the plant had enough light and fertilizer. So what did you do wrong? If temperatures fall below 15 degrees, …

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Bringing Beauty With Height: How to Grow Hollyhocks

Hollyhocks are a majestic addition to any garden, boasting towering stalks adorned with vibrantly colored blooms. But their beauty isn’t the only perk; they’re known for being relatively easy to grow. If you’re looking to add a touch of grandeur to your flowerbed, here’s a guide to cultivating these summer …

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