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You Can Overwinter Mandevilla in These 2 Ways To Enjoy Their Vivid Tropical Blooms Year After Year
Either overwinter mandevilla as a houseplant or as a dormant plant
By Drew Swainston Published
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3 Ways to Use Feng Shui Lighting for Cozy Autumn Evenings – Invite Ambience and Positivity Indoors This November
Layer, accent, and illuminate
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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5 Things Pro Cleaners Recommend Cleaning with Steel Wool – Nothing Else Does the Job as Well
A tougher cleaning approach is perfect when used correctly
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I Tried This Method of Rainwater Harvesting Without a Gutter and It Instantly Cut My Water Bill – Plus 2 Other Methods For Low Effort Water Collection
The majority of rainwater harvesting tools require a downspout, but these methods make it possible without needing to use your gutter
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Hitting This Button on Your Dryer Could Shave $$s Off Your Energy Bills This Winter
Effortlessly save between $30 and $50 a year
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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5 of the Best Cut-and-Come-Again Lettuce Varieties – All Recommended By Experienced Growers
These lettuces are perfect for growing in the ground or containers
By Drew Swainston Published
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You Don’t Need Plastic to Keep Fall Produce Fresh – These 5 Storage Tricks Will Keep Your Veggies Crisp and Flavorful
Reduce waste and keep food fresher for longer
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I Asked Chefs How they Organize Cookware for the Holidays – These are 4 Tricks and Storage Buys They can't Live Without
A few seasonal swaps can make a world of difference when hosting
By Chiana Dickson Published
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I've Just Found the Chicest $69 Smart Lock That Doesn't Scream Tech – It's Easy to Install and Renter-Friendly, Too
You'll never have to worry about forgetting your keys
By Dan Fauzi Published
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I Asked a Heating Expert for 1 Simple October Fix to Stop Pipes Freezing – He Swears by this $25 Buy to Save you $100s Through Winter
It's quick and easy to install, too
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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When and How to Transplant Lily of the Valley to Prevent Overcrowded and Underperforming Clumps
This aggressive perennial can be divided and transplanted, but do so with caution
By Drew Swainston Published
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My Case for Color – How to Overcome Your Fears and Use Paint with Designer Confidence
I love embracing bold color, and when you’re willing to follow my lead, you can transform your space with striking, memorable interior schemes
By Zoë Feldman Published
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The 7 Essential Fall Cleaning Jobs Everyone Forgets to do Before the Holidays (When it’s Too Late)
They can quickly make your home hell over the cold season
By Chiana Dickson Published
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The Fall Wardrobe Swap – 5 Pro Tips to Streamline and Tidy Your Closet for the Colder Months
Transition your wardrobe from warm to winter with ease
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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When is it Too Late to Dethatch Your Lawn? Turf Experts Reveal the Tell-Tale Signs That You've Missed the Window
It is not a case of better late than never
By Drew Swainston Published
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Houseplant Experts Warn Neglecting These 3 Fall Jobs Could Lead to the Demise of Your Indoor Plants – Luckily, They Take Minutes to do
Some small changes to your indoor garden can go a long way for fall houseplant care
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Homeowners Urged to Put Vinegar Down the Drain this October to Combat this Weather-Related Issue
Experts say it forms one prong of a vital maintenance routine
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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7 Tender Plants to Overwinter in October – Lift These Plants Before a Hard Frost to Guarantee Flowers Next Year
Don't let these popular plants succumb to winter cold
By Drew Swainston Published
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What did the most on-trend kitchens look like 10 years ago? You won't believe how much has changed in a decade
Join designers as they look back at kitchen designs of the time
By Molly Malsom Published
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Wildlife Experts Urge Gardeners Not to Over-Tidy Yards This Fall – Discover the Vital Debris to Provide Shelter for Hibernating Frogs, Insects, and Reptiles
Being too keen to tidy can take away essential resources for the wildlife seeking refuge in your yard
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Setting Up 'Launch Pads' by the Front Door is This Expert's Easy Fix for Banishing The Morning Rush for Keys and Coats
This professional cleaner says it will save you 20 minutes every morning
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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5 Easy Kitchen Prep Tips Chefs and Pro Organizers Always use to get Ready for the Holidays with Less Stress, Including 'Leftover Zones'
Get ahead of preparations now to save yourself the stress later
By Ottilie Blackhall Published
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I asked 3 Pro Organizers What They Use to Store Away Summer Shoes and clothes – Their 7 Must-Haves Are So Helpful
Make the transition seamless
By Chiana Dickson Published
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7 Crops to Harvest in October – For Delicious Homegrown Additions to Hearty Fall Meals
Lots of fruit and vegetables are ready for picking this month
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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As a horticulturalist, I predict food forests are going to be the sustainable gardening trend of 2026
Discover how you can incorporate a food forest into your garden and grow more fruit, herbs and vegetables
By Edward Bowring Published
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October is a crucial month for lawn care, but it's not one size fits all – the dos and don'ts according to your hardiness zone
What to do in the warmer, cooler, and transition zones for a healthy lawn
By Drew Swainston Published
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I'm Obsessed With The Vintage Kitchenware Trend – It Brings A Nostalgic And Storied Feel To Cooking And Entertaining Spaces, And I'm Getting In On It With These Authentic Buys
I'm Taking Inspiration From A Top Chef's Kitchen, And Shopping These Vintage (And Vintage-Style) Buys Now
By Katrina Harper-Lewis Published
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I Tried the Easy Lunch Break Decluttering Method to Blast Through My Packed Closet for my Big Fall Switch – Start Monday to be Done by the Weekend
It stops task overwhelm in its tracks and is brilliantly effective
By Punteha van Terheyden Published
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'Eat-in areas' are making a much-welcomed comeback – and designers say these compact dining spaces are perfect for even the smallest kitchens
From small bistro sets to cozy banquettes, it's the feature your kitchen is probably missing
By Molly Malsom Published
