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Why Your Vegetables Stop Thriving in June – and The Small Changes That Will Restart Growth in No TimeJune can be a surprisingly stressful month for your veg plot, here's how to make it thrive
By Francesca Clarke Published
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The 5 Appliances to Unplug During a Heatwave to Keep Your Home Cooler and Lower Your Energy BillsThe everyday appliances that can add unnecessary heat to your home during a heatwave, and why unplugging them could help keep your space cooler and cut energy waste
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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The Solitary Genius Is a Myth – the Most Interesting Design Work is Done Around the Table. This Is How We Learn as Designers – Through DialogueYes, Leonardo was an extraordinary visionary, but he had a dynamic studio of apprentices and artists to help bring his work to life
By Joan Craig Published
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How to Keep Your Garage Cool in Hot Weather Without Expensive Air ConditioningSimple, practical fixes to reduce heat buildup, improve airflow, and make your garage more comfortable in hot weather
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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What to Do With Coneflowers in June – 6 Jobs Garden Experts Never Skip to Unlock Months of ColorConeflowers are wonderfully low-maintenance, but a little attention in June can mean more flowers, healthier plants, and a garden buzzing with pollinators
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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3 Things in Your Garden That Could Be Harming Bees and Butterflies – Fix Them Now for More Wildlife, Flowers and Summer ColorDiscover how to make your yard more pollinator-friendly
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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What Your Rambling Rose Needs in June for Bigger Clusters of Beautifully Scented Blooms Until FallEarly summer calls for some light rose maintenance
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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The $22 Bed Sheet Organizer That Frees Up Closet Space Instantly and Ends the Constant Search for Matching SetsThere are no tools needed and zero assembly required
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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The Solstice Ritual That Turns A Simple Wildflower Walk Into A Sensory Garden Experience – and Helps You Reconnect With NatureCelebrate the longest day by connecting with nature and its powerful seasonal offerings
By Jacky Parker Published
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The Laundry Product Experts Swear by for Restoring Dull White Bed SheetsRefresh your bedding for the summer season with this easy hack
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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The Unexpected Kitchen Color Pairings That Designers Say Will Define 2026 and BeyondFrom playful duos to moody combinations, these kitchen color pairings might be unexpected, but they're the answer to a personality-filled kitchen this year
By Molly Malsom Published
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The $12 OXO Tool Every Stainless Steel Pan Owner Should Have for Foolproof Fried EggsA small but mighty kitchen hero
By Chiana Dickson Published
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My So-Connecticut Life: The Porch Refresh That Marks the Start of Summer at My HouseIn this edition of My So-Connecticut Life, I'm sharing my annual summer porch reset – from the flowers and furnishings I rely on year after year to the patriotic details that inspired this season's look
By Kaitlin Madden Published
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This Compact Fruit Is Replacing Apple Trees in Small Gardens – It’s Easier to Grow and Thrives in PotsDiscover why blueberries are the perfect fruit to grow if you're tight on space
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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How To Make A Garden Feel Abundant Yet Controlled – 3 Simple Steps To Prepare For Summer HostingThe three restorative tricks every landscape designer uses
By Jill Morgan Published
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String of Hearts Dropping Leaves? These 5 Common Mistakes Could Be to Blame – Here’s How to Fix It FastThese delicate trailing houseplants need consistent growing conditions to thrive
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Leave These 5 Perennials Blooming for Longer – They Provide Vital Fuel for Migrating Hummingbirds Through Summer and FallAvoid deadheading these plants as they are vital nectar sources for hummingbirds
By Thomas Rutter Published
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This $19 ALDI Sheet Set Is Designed to Keep Hot Sleepers Cool – It’s the Affordable Upgrade Your Bedroom Needs This SummerTemperature-regulating, moisture-wicking, and machine-washable, it makes a worthy addition to your sheet rotation this summer
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Do This 60-Minute Garden Reset Before Your Guests Arrive This Summer – and Make Your Yard Look Instantly More InvitingAn hour, a watering can, and a little mischief are all you need to make your yard party-ready before the first guest rings the bell
By Ross Pearson Published
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These Kitchenaid Stainless Steel Bowls Replaced Every Plastic Bowl in My Kitchen – They’re Hygienic, Hard-Wearing, and Surprisingly VersatileIt's the pro chef kitchen upgrade I wish I'd made sooner
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Summer Solstice Is The Best Day To Harvest Herbs For Peak Flavor And Fragrance, Say Garden ExpertsWhy the longest day is also the most important one in your herb garden
By Rebecca Lawton Published
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Don’t Forget Second-Wave Planting this Month – What to Sow for a Sequel of Veg, Herbs and FlowersTake advantage of the forgotten sowing season right now
By Edward Bowring Published
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OXO’s $34 Adjustable Pan Organizer Instantly Transforms Chaotic Cabinets, Leaving Collections Streamlined and TidyYou should never underestimate the appeal of good storage
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Plants That Are Quietly Increasing Fire Risk in American Gardens – And What To Choose InsteadOpting for fire-wise plant choices can make a dramatic difference in reducing risk in vulnerable regions
By Jacky Parker Published
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17 Outdoor Dining Ideas for the Ultimate Summer Entertaining SpaceBe inspired by these beautiful yet practical outdoor dining room ideas
By Kaitlin Madden Published
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This Common Houseplant Mistake Stops Soil From Absorbing Water – Luckily, It’s Easy to FixSoil can actually become water-repellent from prolonged drought
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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3 Kitchen Scraps That Can Help Stop Summer Pests from Invading Your HomeDon't put these useful leftovers in the trash
By Chiana Dickson Published
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This Clever IKEA Planter Set Turns a Tiny Balcony Into a Productive Kitchen Garden – It's Even Perfect for StrawberriesA planter with a cover opens up many possibilities for growing fruit or vegetables in small spaces
By Drew Swainston Published
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What To Do With An Olive Tree In June – 7 Steps For A Healthy Tree And Your Best Ever HarvestJune is the month to coax your olive tree from stoic evergreen into fruitful Mediterranean glory
By Ross Pearson Published
