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I Do This 3-Second Houseplant Trick Every April for Fuller Foliage, Even Growth, and Better Pest Control
An easy hack for more symmetrical houseplants
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Petals & Roots: 4 Steps I Always Take to Make Sure My Cut Tulips Last for Weeks at Home
After a decade as a florist, I know what tulips really need to look fabulous for as long as possible
By Rachel Bull Published
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Propagate These 7 Garden Favorites Now for Free Plants – Before the Spring Window Closes
Get more from your garden with the best plants to propagate in April before the season slips away
By Ross Pearson Published
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I Just Discovered You Can Plant Crops Straight into a Compost Bag – It’s So Easy and Saves Space
This hack is perfect for growing veg on balconies and patios
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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These 5 Compact Azaleas Are Perfect for Pots – And Some Will Even Rebloom All Season
These varieties will flower way beyond spring
By Drew Swainston Published
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White Oak vs. Natural Oak vs Honey Oak – Which Classic Wooden Kitchen Finish Is Actually a Forever Choice?
Designers weigh in on the most enduring finish, and when to use each type of oak in your kitchen
By Molly Malsom Published
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April Is the Ideal Month to Sow These 7 Native Wildflowers for a Whimsical, Pollinator-Packed Garden
Sow these wildflowers now for an effortless, pollinator-packed summer garden
By Ross Pearson Published
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This One Fast-Growing Tree Will Gently Cool Your Patio in Spring and Summer – Without Blocking the View
Want to create some shade on your patio without doing anything too drastic? Planting is key – and this glorious, low-maintenance tree is the perfect choice
By Martha Davies Published
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Make Your Favorite Candle Last Twice as Long With This Chic $20 Candle Warmer – It's 'Both Beautiful and Incredibly Functional'
It's the perfect pick for flame-free home fragrancing
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Don’t Prune These Trees in April – You’ll Sacrifice Blooms Or Even Risk Their Future Health
Avoid gardeners' regret and leave these six trees alone this month
By Drew Swainston Published
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What to Do With an Easter Cactus in April to Keep It Thriving and Make Next Season’s Flowers Unmissable
Essential easter cactus care tips to help your plant recover, grow, and prepare for its next stunning display
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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This is What Your Apple Tree Needs in April – for Delicious and Abundant Fruit by Fall
This month is a crucial time to set your apple tree up for success
By Edward Bowring Published
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The 60-30-10 Color Rule is the Recipe for a Beautifully Balanced Kitchen Scheme – Here's How to Get it Right, According to Experts
This fool-proof approach to kitchen color ensures your space feels visually balanced and full of life, whether you go neutral or vibrant
By Molly Malsom Published
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If You Have Fruit Trees, Don’t Skip This April Job – Feeding Them Now Means Bigger Summer Harvests
Discover the best fertilizers to use for the highest quality fruit
By Drew Swainston Published
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Discover the Secret Recipe to Bring Bluebirds to Your Yard – It’s All Down to the Right Plants, Food, Shelter and Water
Back from the brink after huge population decline, there is still much homeowners can do to encourage these beautiful birds
By Jacky Parker Published
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What Your Christmas Cactus Really Needs in April – The 5-Minute Spring Reset to Ensure It Survives Until Christmas
Bring your Christmas cactus back to life this April with simple care tips for stronger growth and healthier blooms
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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Stop 'Rowing' Your Vacuum and Leaving a Third of Your Pet's Hair Behind – This 90-Degree Cross-Hatch Rule Cleans Every Carpet Fiber
I have the numbers to prove it
By Dan Fauzi Published
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Create Safer Nesting Spots for Backyard Birds – 3 Expert-Recommended Alternatives to Traditional Birdhouses
Find out if your birdhouse is actually hazardous
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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The 7 Outdated Bathroom Trends Designers Say Are Going Out of Style in 2026 – And What You Should Choose Instead
The bathroom looks that proved fleeting, and how you can update them in a more stylish manner
By Molly Malsom Published
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Unlock your Backyard's Secret Sun Traps and Get your Yard Blooming Before your Neighbors Do
Harnessing a sunny corner can give plants a headstart
By Francesca Clarke Published
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The Only Tree You Need to Attract Hummingbirds – They’ll Use it to Nest Now and Will Love its Fragrant Flowers in Summer
The Temple of Bloom Seven-Son Flower provides year-round interest in the yard
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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What to Do With Peonies in April for Bigger, Better Blooms
Give your peonies the best possible start this April with a few simple steps that lead to stronger growth, healthier plants, and more abundant blooms later in the season
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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Stop Using This Oil in Your Air Fryer – It Can Smoke, Burn, and Even Spark a Fire (Plus, What to Use Instead)
The right swap makes food crispier and safer
By Chiana Dickson Published
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How to Stop Balcony Containers Overheating by June – 5 Smart and Stylish Tips to Cool Plants and Create Shade
Discover planter tricks to beat the heat
By Jill Morgan Published
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5 Bathroom Decor Rules I Always Follow – Even When No One Else Does – That Make My Space Feel More Luxurious, Thoughtful, and Surprisingly Functional
Bathrooms have to work hard – but with a few thoughtful choices, they can feel just as considered as any other room.
By Nina Takesh Published
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This Underused Shrub Brings Year-Round Beauty to Small Spaces – 5 Steps to Growing Serviceberry in Pots
Compact serviceberries are perfect for container gardens if you get the conditions right
By Drew Swainston Published
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What Your Rubber Plant Really Needs in April to for Bushier Growth and Glossy Foliage – 5 Tasks to Do Now
Give your rubber plant a little TLC as it wakes from its winter slumber
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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The Only Houseplants I'm Propagating in April – My Indoor Garden Will Be Double in Size By the End of the Month
Discover how to get new houseplants for free – and fast
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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These Low Maintenance Plants for Pots Are so Fuss Free, They Practically care of Themselves – 7 That Don't Mind Being Ignored
Even if you forget about them, these plants will still thrive
By Jacky Parker Published
