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What to Do With a Peace Lily in November to Help It Survive the Winter and Flourish Again in SpringShorter days and cooler temperatures mean a few changes to your peace lily care routine. Here's what to do this month to keep its glossy leaves looking their best
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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The Simple Way I Always Protect Winter Brassicas and Preserve My Kale and Cabbage HarvestsBirds love to eat winter veggies, and the weather can harm crops too – here’s how to combat both
By Drew Swainston Published
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5 Vital Things Your Spider Plant Needs in November to Stay Bright and Healthy All Winter LongCut back on watering and boost humidity this month
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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I Loved This Yankee Candle Advent Calendar Last Year – And It's the Most Affordable I've Seen This SeasonThe 2026 Yankee Candle advent calendar makes a gorgeous, affordable gift
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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It Might Sound Crazy, But I Always Wash My Windows in November to Help My Houseplants Cope in WinterThis trick helps keep leggy growth at bay
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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The Kitchen Colors Designers Secretly Want to See More Of – And How To Decorate With Them In 2027The underrated kitchen colors designers say will bring personality and unique charm to designs
By Molly Malsom Published
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4 Simple Steps for Overwintering Citronella Plants – for Gorgeously Scented Foliage Year After YearCitronella must be brought indoors before frosts and needs careful care over winter
By Drew Swainston Published
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Forget Seasonal Decor Fatigue – How Designers Use 'Slow Styling' to Craft a Timeless Holiday Scheme From Fall Through to New YearIs it necessary to decorate for every holiday? Interior designers deliberate
By Eleanor Richardson Published
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3 Simple Kitchen Upgrades Designers Recommend You Do Before Hosting for the HolidaysFrom thoughtful ceramics to considered stations, adding these things now will make hosting a more seamless process
By Molly Malsom Published
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Winter-Flowering Favorites to Plant in November – For Color Through the Coldest MonthsThe garden hasn’t gone quiet just yet
By Ross Pearson Published
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This Joseph Joseph CupboardStore Makes Under-Sink Storage Effortless – Its Compact Design Fits Even Small SpacesIt allows access to the very back of the cabinets
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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What Your Hostas Need in November to Come Back Bigger and Stronger Next YearProtect your hostas against winter weather and spring pests
By Drew Swainston Published
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7 Plants to Prune in November for Better Looking Shrubs and Even More Flowers in 2027A little well-timed cutting now can protect tender plants
By Ross Pearson Published
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Where to Place a Thanksgiving Cactus for the Best Blooms – 5 Spots That Will Help It Thrive This FallChoosing the right position for your Thanksgiving cactus can help it thrive and encourage a beautiful display of seasonal flowers
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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I’m Simplifying My Holiday Kitchen Prep With This Non-Toxic Cutting Board Set – And Keeping Cleanup ManageableFree from microplastics and PFAS, they're a simpler alternative to wood
By Chiana Dickson Published
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6 Details That Make a Yard Look Cheap (And What Designers Are Doing Instead for a Timeless Look)Avoid the common aesthetic traps that flatten outdoor spaces. These subtle upgrades will make a plot feel curated and timeless in 2027
By Rachel Bull Published
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The 'Sidekick Color' Rule Designers Use to Keep Rooms From Feeling FlatSidekick colors aren't the standout colors you immediately notice, but they're just as important
By Emily Moorman Published
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How We Test Bakeware at Homes & Gardens – The Expert Criteria Behind Our RecommendationsI put every piece through the same tried-and-tested recipes to find non-toxic bakeware that delivers consistently reliable results, whatever your skill level
By Chiana Dickson Published
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Protect Blueberries From Winter Cold With This Simple Mulching Technique – and Enjoy Even More Berries Next SummerMulching for winter means happier blueberries. If you haven’t already, now is the time to get it done
By Drew Swainston Published
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What Your Jade Plant Needs in November to Keep Its Leaves Glossy and Healthy Through WinterIt's time to help these staple houseplants transition into the winter season
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Designers Reveal the Most Stylish Couch Color Trends for 2027These couch colors strike the perfect balance between trendy and timeless – an important consideration for one of the biggest furniture purchases you'll make
By Emily Moorman Published
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From the Lone Star State to London – British Design In Texas, and What American Designers Discover When They Launch in the UKThe Brits I'll be supporting at Texas Design Week Dallas, Rosemary Hallgarten's UK opening and US-UK wallpaper collection, and what changes when a US designer works in London?
By Lucy Searle Published
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9 Plants That Look Better in Fall Than in Summer – For A Breathtaking Cool-Weather GardenThese beauties excel in cooler temperatures, so add these for a spectacular outdoor space throughout autumn
By Jacky Parker Published
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'Everything Matching Isn’t the Same as Everything Working' – 5 Design Mistakes Interior Designers Always Notice That Most Homeowners OverlookAfter years of looking at homes, these are the five little details I always notice – from drapery length to furniture placement
By Ashley Montgomery Published
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7 Deciduous Trees You Need to Prune This November for a Healthier, Thriving GardenKeep ornamental and fruit trees safe, productive, and looking their best with a few choice cuts this month
By Drew Swainston Published
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These Are the Pattern Trends Designers Are Expecting to Lead the Way in 2027 – From Florals to Whimsical MuralsNot only do these five pattern trends resonate right now, but they also offer timeless appeal, so they won't soon date
By Emily Moorman Published
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Petals & Roots: The Unexpected Thanksgiving Centerpiece I Return To Year After YearIt doesn't contain flowers, but it's no less beautiful
By Rachel Bull Published
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What to Do With Your Christmas Cactus in November for a Show-Stopping Display of December BloomsNovember is a crucial month for Christmas cactus care. These simple steps will help protect developing flower buds and encourage a beautiful display just in time for the holidays
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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7 Designer Tips for Pulling Off Bold Colors Without Overwhelming Your HomeEven the boldest of colors can feel calm and balanced with these clever tricks
By Emily Moorman Published