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Should You Mow the Lawn in a Heatwave? Experts All Agree to Stop at This TemperatureThe lawn mowing rule every gardener needs to know
By Drew Swainston Published
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Birds and Butterflies Actually Love This One Weed You Keep Removing – Why Stinging Nettles Are the Secret to a Thriving GardenYou can even use them in the kitchen
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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The Ultimate Dorm Room Checklist − 7 Essential Categories to Make the Space Your OwnEverything you need for sleeping, showering, cooking, cleaning, eating, storage, and laundry
By Ottilie Blackhall Last updated
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Forget Stark White – Why ‘Nature-Merged’ Exterior Colors are the Key to Curb Appeal in 2026Experts reveal their top exterior colors for creating timeless nature-merged homes that sit in harmony with their surroundings
By Pippa Blenkinsop Published
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This Striking Blue Plant Will Keep Your Patio Looking Lively During a Heatwave – It's Drought-Tolerant and Loves to Be IgnoredEryngium's vibrant hues will wow your guests all summer long
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Amazon Sells Clever Wall Hooks That Instantly Add Storage to Small Rooms – Without Damaging the WallsI swore by them throughout my time at college, and still do four years after graduating
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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Nothing I Tried Stopped Gnats Until I Made These 5 Changes – My Houseplants Have Been Pest-Free Ever SinceAlthough harmless, fungus gnats can be a nuisance and will multiply quickly if you don't act fast
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Why July is Actually the Perfect Time to Plant These 7 Unstoppable, Heat-Loving PerennialsThese resilient perennials thrive in heat, shrug off dry spells, and prove that even a July planting can lead to spectacular borders
By Ross Pearson Published
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This 1 Thing Can Revive Struggling Lawns in Hot Summers – And Turn Brown Grass Back to Vibrant GreenA lawn wetting agent can revive small patches or entire lawns
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to Water Lavender in Extreme Heat to Keep It Blooming Beautifully All SummerWatering advice to keep plants healthy and flowering all summer
By Drew Swainston Published
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7 Drought-Tolerant Plants To Grow Instead Of Hydrangeas For A Lower-Maintenance Summer GardenYou'll use a lot less water by growing these alternatives
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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I've Tested Hundreds of White Paint Colors – These Are the Five I Use Again and AgainAfter designing homes across the country, these are the whites I trust most – and why each one earns a place in my projects
By Molly Kidd Published
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5 Houseplants That Can Actually Help to Keep Your House Naturally Cool as the Heat Dome PersistsIndoor plants really can cool air temperatures through transpiration
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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The Designer Trick for Mixing Wood Tones in a Kitchen – And How to Make It Look Cohesive, Not ChaoticThe secret? It all comes back to undertones
By Molly Malsom Published
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What To Do With Wisteria In July – The 5 Summer Jobs To Help It Thrive During A HeatwaveA few simple July tasks will help your wisteria cope with extreme summer heat and produce a stronger display of blooms next spring
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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Amazon's Clever $36 Storage System Instantly Doubles Closet Space in Small Bedrooms and DormsIt's quick and easy to install with no screws or fixtures required
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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6 Patio Plants To Add In July For An Instant Luxury Garden UpgradeFrom elegant foliage to exuberant flowering plants, these beauties will instantly elevate your outdoor space
By Jacky Parker Published
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How to Water Your Garden in a Heatwave – And What Not to Do to Save Your PlantsKeep your plants healthy even when temperatures spike
By Drew Swainston Published
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Laundry Experts Reveal 6 Reasons You Should Think Twice Before Drying Clothes Outside This SummerDrying clothes on an outdoor clothesline can save energy and be gentler on fabrics than using the dryer. But depending on the weather, pollen count, and even where you live, laundry professionals say it isn't always the best choice
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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6 Unusual and Low Effort Fragrant Flowers That Will Make Your Patio Smell IncredibleCreate a scented flower-filled space for entertaining this summer that will set your garden apart
By Sarah Wilson Published
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Dorm Bedding Checklist − Everything You Need to Transform an Old, Uncomfortable Mattress Into a Five-Star Sleep SpaceExactly what to buy, where to invest, and what to avoid
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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The New 'Future-Proof' Neutral Kitchen Color Designers Are Using Instead of WhiteWhite kitchens have long been the go-to neutral, but designers are increasingly embracing this softer, warmer alternative to bring depth, character and a lived-in feel
By Charlotte Luxford Published
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This Summer Garden Trick Keeps Plants Cool and Cuts Watering in Half – It's a Heatwave EssentialThere are many benefits to summer mulching; it even keeps weeds at bay
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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What to Do With Tomatoes in July Heat – The Watering Routine That Keeps Plants Healthy and ProductiveWatering tops the list, but there are more things tomato plants need in July
By Drew Swainston Published
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The Complete Guide to a Non-Toxic Home – Everything You Need to Detox Your Living SpaceNobody wants to have a toxic living environment. These are the five household objects I swapped in my home to remove toxins from my space
By Chiana Dickson Last updated
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The Very British Edit: British Gardens Have Always Been Designed to Be Looked At. American Gardens Have Been Made for Living In. This Summer, Everything’s ChangedRethinking the British garden for the way we live today
By Jennifer Ebert Published
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How to Water Roses in a Heatwave – Keep Them Hydrated to Prevent Wilting and Damage this SummerProfessional gardeners also reveal the watering mistakes to avoid
By Thomas Rutter Published
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8 Container Plants That Flower Better in July Than They Did in Spring – For Color During the Hottest Time of the YearOur pick of top-performing annuals and perennials for vibrant summer containers
By Francesca Clarke Published
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My First Look at Ninja’s Luxe™ Café Mini Espresso Machine Completely Changed How I Feel About Coffee – And It Fits in Any KitchenThis compact espresso machine has been designed to deliver café-style coffee without taking over your countertop
By Chiana Dickson Published
