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Dehydrate Some Caramelised Onions and Crumble Them Over Everything
I’d like to think I’m the kind of person who will take the time to wash, dry, and chop the wide variety of produce it takes to make a salad, but I’m not. I’m lazy, which is why I’ve recently been on a bagged salad kick. These kits offer an easy way to make sure…
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How to Tell the Difference Between Wood Rot and Termite Damage
If your home was constructed out of wood, its structural integrity depends on the natural material remaining intact and sturdy. So if you happen to notice that wood in your walls, floors, or support beams is losing its shape, changing colour, crumbling, or looks like it’s beginning to collapse, it’s important to take care of it…
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How to Harvest Seeds From Your Garden to Plant Later This Year
Saving seeds from this year’s crop can save you the money and hassle of buying seeds for next year’s garden. It’s also a practice that can make home gardening more sustainable: If you have a tomato or string bean variety you particularly enjoy, saving some seeds to replant next year can take the guesswork out…
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You Should Be Using Coconut Oil on Your Plants
Over the past few years, coconut oil has become a go-to personal care product, with uses ranging from ridding your hands of garlic stink, to deep-conditioning your hair, to softening dry, cracked heels. But did you know that your plants may benefit from it too?