gardening
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A DIY Garden Trellis Is the Perfect Spring Project
It’s the time of year when gardeners are itching to get some plants in the ground — but if you live in a climate zone where it’s still too early, there’s another project you can tackle now to kick-start this year’s garden. If you’re looking to maximise your space, take advantage of more direct sunlight,…
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The Best Tall-Growing House Plants Money Can Buy
When we decorate our homes, we tend to focus on areas we can reach. That’s at least in part because unless you have one of those fancy library ladders that glide around a room, you probably try to minimise the amount of time you spend having to use one to reach the higher parts of…
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When You Should Use Sugar on Your Lawn (and When You Shouldn’t)
Those who opt to plant and maintain traditional lawns may like the look of the lush, green grass surrounding their home, but don’t necessarily want to use artificial fertilisers and other chemicals to keep it looking good. And while some turn to sand as a way to improve soil drainage, others use something a bit…
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The Best Cheap and Easy DIY Planters
Whether you’re trying to bring a little bit of the outdoors in with some house plants, or spruce up your porch or patio, the planter you use can make all the difference. Choosing pre-made baskets and pots is certainly one option — but those can be pricey, and you might not be investing in long-lasting…