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9 Designer Secrets to Making a Small Kitchen Look More Luxurious Without Losing an Inch of Function
These are the details that take your kitchen from 'builder-basic to custom'
By Molly Malsom Published
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Lucky Cut Flowers for the Year of the Fire Horse – 7 Blooms to Bring Into Your Home for Months of Good Fortune
These auspicious cut flowers will bring color, luck and joy for the year ahead
By Jill Morgan Published
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The 10 Nostalgic ’90s Plants From Your Grandparents’ Home and Garden That Are Making a Heartwarming Comeback
Nostalgic plants that bring comfort, memory, and life back into every corner of your home and garden
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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Explore Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens – 5 Stunning Highlights to Inspire Your Backyard
With 15 unique gardens and miles of coastal waterfront, you'll come home brimming with ideas for your own garden
By Edward Bowring Published
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There’s a Short Window to Cut Back Perennials – 7 Plants to Tackle in February (Before Spring Growth Starts)
Many perennials left over winter will thrive after a February trim
By Drew Swainston Published
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7 Houseplant Cuttings to Take in February – Do it Now and You’ll Have Double the Plants by Spring
Experts share tips and tricks to make winter propagation a success
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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These 7 Captivating Plants Have Mythical Origins – and They’re Easy to Grow in Any Yard
Fill your yard with plants that are steeped in myth and meaning
By Jill Morgan Published
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5 Low-Maintenance Evergreen Shrubs That Instantly Boost Front Yard Curb Appeal
Shrubs that will keep your front yard fresh and striking all year round
By Thomas Rutter Published
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What Your Christmas Cactus Actually Needs in February for a Massive Flower Growth Spurt in Spring
Simple care tips to help your Christmas cactus recover from flowering and prepare for a lush spring growth
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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Stop! Prune These Plants in February, and You’ll Ruin This Year’s Flowers
Get clear on what not to prune this month, plus when it should be done instead
By Drew Swainston Published
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The Hidden Risk in Your Bird Feeder – How to Stop It From Spreading Disease and Keep Garden Birds Safe
Here's how to spot the warning signs of avian flu, and prevent deadly contamination
By Rachel Bull Published
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People Are Rolling Oranges Through Their Entryways In February for Better Luck This Lunar New Year
'Rolling in the gold' with oranges symbolizes wealth, prosperity, and abundance
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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There's a Secret Code Hidden Within Your Favorite Flowers – Here’s What These 9 Spring and Summer Blooms Actually Mean
The Victorians created an entire language based around flower meanings. (PS take it as a warning if someone gifts you lavender)
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Citrus Trees in Pots Bring Fragrance and Fruit to Small Spaces – 5 of the Best for Year-Round Summer Vibes
Discover the advantages of growing citrus trees in pots, and which are the easiest for beginners
By Drew Swainston Published
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How Can I Make My Small Kitchen Look Bigger? 10 Tips That Designers Always Recommend
From chic color choices to smart lighting schemes, these are the tricks designers always use to create the illusion of more space
By Molly Malsom Published
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6 Valentine’s Plants From Around the World That Symbolize Love (And Last for Weeks)
If you're looking for gift ideas, these beautiful Valentine's plants are linked with romance and affection in different cultural traditions
By Sarah Wilson Published
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A Cook's Legacy: Pasta as Love Language – How the Quickest and Easiest of Suppers Can Become Deeply Personal Gestures
The beauty of my 'sourced and tossed' pasta recipes is that they can be made with what you have and still make a memorable meal, if cooked with love
By Lucinda Scala Quinn Published
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The Tiny Design Tricks I Always Use to Make a Home Feel Thoughtfully Curated
Calm, elevated homes don't happen by accident, but they come together thanks to a series of tiny, micro design decisions
By Nina Takesh Published
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Which Bird Are You? Discover Your Birth Month Bird – Plus Easy Ways to Attract All 12 to Your Yard
Use our list to support and enjoy beautiful birds in your yard all year-round
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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My Freezer Was a Mess, But I Have Saved So Much Time, Effort, and Money With These Versatile $21 Silicone Trays
This non-toxic gem will free space in my freezer and make portioned cubes with ease
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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Boost Your Kitchen's Storage and Style With This One Smart, Speedy Addition – It Nails a Huge 2026 Trend Too
Practical and surprisingly stylish, here's why designers agree that a kitchen trolley is one of the best storage solutions to invest in
By Molly Malsom Published
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What to Do With Hydrangeas in February for Bigger, Bountiful Blooms This Summer, Plus What Not to Do
It is not one-size-fits-all when it comes to hydrangea care this month
By Drew Swainston Published
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The Year of the Fire Horse Is Here – Feng Shui Experts Say These 3 Bold Houseplants Can Help You Harness Its Energy
Their fiery hues are sure to energize you and your home
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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I Grew Microgreens for Restaurants – These Are the 5 Easiest to Grow at Home for Super-Healthy Harvests in Tiny Spaces
They are definitely suitable for beginners and can go from sowing to harvesting in as little as 10 days
By Drew Swainston Published
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I Started Sprinkling Cinnamon on My Houseplant Soil to Keep Pests Away, and It Actually Works – I Haven’t Seen a Single Fungus Gnat in Over a Year
This $1 kitchen cupboard spice even naturally repels thrips and mealybugs
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Feng Shui Experts Say This Prosperity Bowl Attracts Good Luck – Here’s Where to Put Yours
The Year of the Horse is less than a week away, and one of the most powerful additions to your prosperity bowl is likely already in your pantry
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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You Can Get Delicious Harvests in a Small Space With Balcony Tomatoes – Here Are 5 Factors to Help Bring Abundant Success
See how correctly picking the variety, container, light, and more can make a huge difference
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to Mix Vintage and Modern Lighting in One Room – 5 Designer Tips to Create a Timeless Transitional Scheme
Learn how to mix old and new lighting fixtures in any room to add contrast and character
By Chloe Frost-Smith Published
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A Chinese Money Plant Can Bring You Wealth and Abundance, Says a Feng Shui Expert – Discover How to Harness This Lucky Houseplant
It turns out several parts of your home can even strengthen the luck it provides
By Tenielle Jordison Published
