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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The May Planting Formula That Brings Bees and Butterflies Back to Your Yard Fast ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Ecological gardeners explain the six steps that will have pollinators beating a path to your patch this month ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jacky Parker ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XMbb4aGtrU4kems6tNpgDW-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[The Millennium Garden at Pensthorpe nature reserve, Norfolk, UK. Designed by Piet Oudolf.]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[Piet Oudolf design Pensthorpe Norfolk, perennial planting]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 'The Perfect Balance Between Softness and Neck Support' − Shoppers Love This $40 Curved Memory Foam Pillow for Aching Necks ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Its contoured shape cradles your head as you sleep ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Sleep]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Ottilie Blackhall ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XUGqZCQM3EykjNWKXQJLU7-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ It's Time to Rethink Deadheading – Experts Reveal The Surprising Reasons Faded Flowers Are Worth Keeping ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ 5 plants you don't need to deadhead when blooms fade ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UTF6zBVH6fbdBALwNfWngW-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Plants Struggling in May? Here’s What’s Going Wrong, And How to Fix It ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ The fluctuating weather patterns are causing this issue ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ptDSyKLkssJEx7iDRnqeng-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Underrated Tool Could Completely Change the Way You Care for Your Lawn – Garden Experts Swear by It  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Experts say this one tool with many uses will keep a lawn good-looking and healthy ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 16:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YMiyzswPUfgf9bCrRxEMCN-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Yes, Even Closets as Small as Mine Can Be Organized Too – This $22 Space-Saving Storage Set Is the Key to Your Seasonal Clothing Switch This May ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Keep your closet streamlined with ease this summer ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Solved]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Punteha van Terheyden ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Eh5uZWwFNLida4pcXvzLXh-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ How to Design an Outdoor Kitchen for Any Space, Style, or Budget ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/interior-design/how-to-design-an-outdoor-kitchen</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ The complete guide to outdoor kitchen design, packed with expert insight on layouts, appliances, materials, construction and everything you need to create a setup you’ll use all summer and beyond ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Thu, 14 May 2026 14:27:49 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ info@lindaclayton.com (Linda Clayton) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Linda Clayton ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UyrqFq7LzDN6WKCj857MWG-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Compact Shrub is Quietly Replacing Hydrangeas – It’s More Fragrant, Resilient, and Ideal for Urban Yards ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/this-compact-shrub-is-quietly-replacing-hydrangeas</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Switch up your go-to shrub with this easygoing viburnum that won't outgrow its space ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 14 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 15 May 2026 12:47:25 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Francesca Clarke ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/A4yWaXoBQjjPjV9BsuhikV-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                                                                                                                                        <media:description><![CDATA[Pruning viburnum, such as this V. carlesii &#039;Snowball&#039;, correctly and at the right time keeps them healthy and flowering well]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[white flowers of V carlesii Snowball]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ My Seed Trays Kept Drying Out in Spring – This Expert-Backed Bottom-Watering Method Finally Solved It ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ I’ve always watered seed trays from below – here’s why and how to do it ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jk9u9hdAfetsSj4t3veJTB-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What Your Foxgloves Need in May – For Spectacular, Longer Lasting Summer Blooms ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ They may look effortlessly romantic, but a few care tasks this month can make all the difference to your foxgloves ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ rachel.bull@futurenet.com (Rachel Bull) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Rachel Bull ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SmQsHZweMdNVXPAr4UZXMd-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The ‘Instant Garden’ Trick Designers Use Before Summer Parties – An Easy Way to Spruce Up Your Patio For Memorial Day  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ This easy design trick quickly makes your patio or porch look carefully curated ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UaJrPV4mv7AoY79mdCeet3-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With a Mulberry Tree in May – For an Impressive Harvest of Juicy Summer Fruit ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Mulberry trees are easy to care for once established, but these tasks are essential to help them thrive in the summertime ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 10:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Martha Davies ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5o6LwiP8tn7krTCBVeUw7b-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The 'Ice-Cold' Bedroom Scent That Instantly Tricks Your Brain Into Feeling Cooler on Humid May Nights ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Certain notes instantly relax your mind and body on hot and clammy nights ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Solved]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Ottilie Blackhall ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tFxavaRysrned7H3UT5egX-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Designers Say This Traditional Vanity Trend Is Making a Major Comeback – It's Chic, Practical, and More Affordable Than You Might Think ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ From tiny powder rooms to family bathrooms, here's why designers are championing a skirted vanity in 2026 and beyond ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Molly Malsom ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LKSH4cxnZB8AGXK5JsLzPh-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Native Wildflower Is Sought After by Hummingbirds – Plant It Now for a Low-Maintenance Summer Perennial ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/royal-catchfly-for-hummingbirds</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Royal catchfly provides late-season nectar to hummingbirds, just as they gear up for migration ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HjTfNZ6CJpnJKC6pg8Zqqj-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Best Natural Supports for Tall Perennials – Sustainable Stakes That Look Good in Borders ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/natural-supports-for-tall-perennials</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Keep your perennial plants standing in style with these beautiful natural options ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 21:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BhQiXU4ypMeFU9tDux4E9B-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Accidentally Sowed Too Many Seeds? Here's How to Fix the Problem – and Guarantee Healthy Plants This Spring ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/what-to-do-if-you-sow-too-many-seeds</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Seedlings can compete for light, water and nutrients if left to crowd containers or beds – this is how to keep them healthy ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Martha Davies ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BHmpYpTT2GrSeriBneJteX-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Every Tiny Japanese Hotel Room I Stayed In Replaced Closets with This Clever Space-Saving Solution − It Instantly Expands Your Storage  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ It's affordable and easy to maximize your storage without sacrificing floor space ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Solved]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Ottilie Blackhall ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GSyzYFnN6vKGUCvr3VAgtF-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The 10-Minute Garden: Design Rules That Keep Maintenance To A Bare Minimum ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Create an easy, breezy, beautiful backyard with just 10 minutes of effort each week, by following these practical, doable pointers ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Francesca Clarke ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hSHKwJ9hhxi8EmdgpmJqwd-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ If Your Houseplants Won't Stop Turning Yellow, Look Beneath the Soil Surface – This Common Cause is Often Missed ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/root-bound-houseplants</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Root-bound houseplants need some TLC to thrive once again ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yXTVJBS3C7k8gmw9DwmDPY-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Design Secret That Makes a Home Feel Truly Luxurious – And It Has Nothing to Do With Furniture ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/by-design/tineke-triggs-on-artisan-finishes</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ When walls become art, a room becomes unforgettable ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Tue, 12 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Wed, 13 May 2026 21:21:08 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tineke Triggs ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TaAPVpUNgkNLhA4aMzp3d6-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The 30-Minute Lawn Reset Gardeners Swear by in May: For Faster, Healthier Growth Almost Immediately ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/the-30-minute-lawn-reset</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ These time-savvy lawn care tricks really work ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 22:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jill Morgan ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hbpgE77cqw2e69BdAuqRda-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Birds Stealing Seeds and Damaging Seedlings in May? 3 Simple Ways to Stop Them Without Damaging Your Garden ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/how-to-stop-birds-from-eating-seeds</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Experts reveal their trusted ways to keep your precious plants safe ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 19:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cerESnE9w6ayQt5qYqAeYW-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With a Snake Plant in May to Encourage More Statement Foliage ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Snake plants don't ask for much, but they will need a little more attention to help them thrive in the months ahead ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 15:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Martha Davies ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6xo2mehFRELV8t8nWjL4bN-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Small Kitchen? Why Ceiling-Height Cabinets Actually Might Be Your Best (or Worst) Move ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ How to ensure your cabinets are the right height to elevate your small kitchen scheme ]]>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Molly Malsom ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gfjhuJ2afVFNHdC8yqXQd9-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Very British Edit: The Seasonal Layering Shift I Always Make – and How It Instantly Transforms My Home for Spring ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Simple layering shifts and textile swaps that gently change the mood of a home and make everyday spaces feel lighter, more relaxed, and more intentional ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Interior Design]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jennifer.ebert@futurenet.com (Jennifer Ebert) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jennifer Ebert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/64vVZJSBNMjf8B8viz4JB3-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Clematis in May – 5 Simple Jobs That Lead to Bigger, Better Summer Blooms ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ A few simple May jobs now – from feeding and pruning to tying in fresh growth – can make all the difference to how well clematis flowers through summer ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 11 May 2026 08:36:06 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jennifer.ebert@futurenet.com (Jennifer Ebert) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jennifer Ebert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7WQYdU5QrHoCqpRwWpfVND-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Only 5 Edibles You Need to Plant in May for a Summer of Cooking  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Create a one-pot kitchen garden for months of fresh produce ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Edward Bowring ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2dytU5MoetLG7h3tu9sM5G-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Fertilize Spring Bulbs Now to Recharge Them For a Glorious Display Next Year – You'll Get Bigger, Brighter Blooms ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Plus, experts reveal a big mistake to avoid making ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4Siq3nkTBhWoSYSQCtr26Q-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 3 Simple Tricks to Extend Your Hanging Basket Displays – and Stop Them From Fading By June ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ You'll even get repeat blooms ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WWSeKuYF7RDRAaBStTGeAj-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Those Tiny Holes in Your Lawn Aren’t Damage – They’re Made by Mining Bees and Indicate a Healthy Ecosystem ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ A pollinator expert tells all on these clever bees and the many benefits they bring to our gardens ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MzLyeqhFNNxgsvquv8XhoS-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Divide These Perennials in May to Multiply Your Favorite Plants – and Fill Borders for Free ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/perennials-to-divide-in-may</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ The spring window for dividing plants is closing, so we advise acting fast ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sun, 10 May 2026 07:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/PXj5cgxwVMtxTbLyam5Uj5-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Lilies in May for a Spectacular Display of Blooms That Thrive All Summer Long ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/what-to-do-with-lilies-in-may</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Simple seasonal lily care tips for stronger stems, healthier growth, and better summer blooms ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 23:05:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 11 May 2026 08:35:37 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jennifer.ebert@futurenet.com (Jennifer Ebert) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jennifer Ebert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Qpexp7EnWsdBRWARrAFwfC-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ These Fence Colors Make Any Yard Look More Expensive – and the Upgrade Is Easier Than You Think ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ From timeless green hues to classic neutrals, these are the fence colors to pick if you want to create an instant sense of sophistication ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Sat, 09 May 2026 18:38:57 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Martha Davies ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WuiKrvSoHakfGXsMHh87Wo-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What To Do With Peonies In May For Spectacular Blooms And Sturdy Plants ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/what-to-do-with-peonies-in-may</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Experts advise what to do this month to ensure your peonies are strong and sturdy, with longer-lasting blooms that return each year ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 11:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jacky Parker ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YGG6BFcgzAtzmXwZpH9BZ7-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I Just Got My Hands on the Ninja SLUSHi – Don’t Worry About the Size, It’s Worth Every Inch for Summer Cocktails and Treats ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/kitchens/appliances/ninja-slushi-max-first-look</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ I was pleasantly surprised by how lovely it looks on my counter ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 09:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Kitchen Appliances]]></category>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Chiana Dickson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iHGs6EAfbT46aY9abagqvX-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Temperatures Are About to Spike – Take These 5 Crops Out of Your Greenhouse Now to Avoid Bolting  ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Get an even bigger harvest by relocating these homegrown goods ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 07:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uqQPjKWLs2zbLtDxx6T7xS-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ 7 Cuttings to Take in May for Free Pollinator Plants – Bees, Butterflies, and Hummingbirds Love Them ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/plants-to-propagate-in-may-2026</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Spring is a perfect time for softwood cuttings; here are our picks for suitable pollinator-friendly plants ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Sat, 09 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/sqgy9DPfscyef8EuzMFprU-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Coneflowers in May for Bigger, Stronger Blooms All Summer Long ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Simple seasonal care steps that set coneflowers up for stronger growth, better shape, and longer-lasting blooms all summer ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 23:05:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Mon, 11 May 2026 08:36:34 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ jennifer.ebert@futurenet.com (Jennifer Ebert) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Jennifer Ebert ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ca3tr3UHKaHGy3K5Hn4CdF-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Welcome to Our In Full Color Issue – Celebrating the Transformative Power of Color in the Home ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ From luxurious living room schemes to choosing the perfect kitchen combination, this edition will answer all your color-related questions with the help of experts and interior designers who are passionate about experimenting with color. ]]>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ noemail@ti-media.com (Homes &amp; Gardens) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Homes &amp; Gardens ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RvMKPFWVLqSLwWwm5YQHQ6-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Overgrown Asparagus? Experts All Agree There Is Only 1 Solution – and It Benefits Your Crop Long-Term ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/what-to-do-with-overgrown-asparagus</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Simply leave it alone; that is the fix ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 09:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RfmYfCvHtCGdEAGrERYzoT-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Plant Now for a Garden That Peaks in August – 8 Plants to Get in the Ground This May, While the Conditions Are Ideal ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Low-effort plants for peak late-summer color ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 08 May 2026 16:50:29 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ rebeccalawtonpr@gmail.com (Rebecca Lawton) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Rebecca Lawton ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XjU8uTNWmNgKo9XTukMJKo-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With a Jade Plant in May – to Encourage More Growth and Glossy Foliage ]]></title>
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                            <![CDATA[ Jade plants might be low-maintenance, but May is a crucial month: now is the time to create the perfect conditions for yours to thrive ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Martha Davies ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/8gnr7GY2Vqss2JQcrsRYoZ-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ I Saw These Earthy Tatami Mats Everywhere in Japan − They're Natural Deodorizers and Fill Rooms with a Calming Natural Scent ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/solved/tatami-mats-natural-deodorizers</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Plus, they support better sleep ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Solved]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Ottilie Blackhall ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BHNWDDPCt5SAoLZydoEe9h-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ The Only Red Flowers You Need to Attract Hummingbirds and Butterflies to Your Yard this Summer – 5 Easy to Grow Varieties ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/red-flowers-you-need-to-attract-hummingbirds-and-butterflies</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Pollinators love these fiery-hued blooms ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Kc3ruAkt6fVqedKBKXQuCZ-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ What to Do With Snowball Viburnum in May – These Simple Tasks Will Guarantee a Spectacular Flower Display Year After Year ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/what-to-do-with-snowball-viburnum-in-may</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Snowball viburnum might be a low-maintenance shrub, but these tasks are crucial for healthy growth ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Martha Davies ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TdFHB7r2LicjnaaFaZGBKT-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ Kitchen Hatches Are Back – Why This Once-Dated ‘70s Design Trend Is Topping Remodeling Lists in 2026 ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/kitchens/kitchen-hatch-trend</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Designers are getting more requests for this retro feature to be reintroduced in 2026 ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 14:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                <updated>Fri, 08 May 2026 17:00:20 +0000</updated>
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                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Molly Malsom ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LPsfjYtYo3SoDULTRJvzGe-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This DIY Solar Fountain Planter Will Turn Your Patio into a Miniature Oasis – And Wildlife Love It Too ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/diy-solar-fountain-planter</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ An easy 5-step garden project to create a mesmerizing water feature ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 11:00:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Tenielle Jordison ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VA3uqhEsmzZboP7npQumVf-1280-80.jpg">
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Entryway Uses Farrow & Ball’s Borrowed Light to Prove Bold Color Can Feel Calm and Dramatic at Once  ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/interior-design/tour-a-blue-drenched-entryway</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ A one-of-a-kind entryway designed by Daniella Villamil comes to life through color and story ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 09:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Interior Design]]></category>
                                                                                                                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Eleanor Richardson ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/n3Y6YCrCePBgg7BAVUkhDE-1280-80.jpg">
                                                            <media:credit><![CDATA[Daniella Villamil]]></media:credit>
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    <media:description><![CDATA[Pale blue entryway with dark teal double doors, two red sconces on walls, a large pink floral ceiling mural, a round, small white table in the centre with a vase and books, and parquet wooden floors]]></media:description>                                                            <media:text><![CDATA[Pale blue entryway with dark teal double doors, two red sconces on walls, a large pink floral ceiling mural, a round, small white table in the centre with a vase and books, and parquet wooden floors]]></media:text>
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                                                            <title><![CDATA[ This Is the Ideal Height to Get Supports in Place for Your Flowers – Act Quickly, or You Could Risk Damaging Plants ]]></title>
                                                                                                                                                                                                <link>https://www.homesandgardens.com/gardens/when-to-support-perennials</link>
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                            <![CDATA[ Discover when to support perennials for healthy plants and beautiful displays ]]>
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                                                                        <pubDate>Thu, 07 May 2026 07:30:00 +0000</pubDate>                                                                                                                                                                                                                                <category><![CDATA[Gardens]]></category>
                                                                                                <author><![CDATA[ drew.swainston@futurenet.com (Drew Swainston) ]]></author>                    <dc:creator><![CDATA[ Drew Swainston ]]></dc:creator>                                                                                                    <media:content type="image/jpeg" url="https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KAcCE3cwmcrQaUGNqPC8h7-1280-80.jpg">
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