Articles filed under Home & Garden
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A modest suburban garden produces flavorful soupsMay 10, 2020 7:00 am - If a bowl of soup is one of your favorite meals, why not plant a soup garden this year? It will not only make the most delicious soups you have ever tasted, it will also...
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New love for pretty, old-fashioned Grandmother's GardensMay 10, 2020 7:00 am - Even before the coronavirus crisis sparked renewed interest in vegetable gardens and victory gardens, there's been a movement toward more traditional gardening aesthetic...
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While similar, Arbor and Earth days are differentMay 10, 2020 6:00 am - Q: Are Earth Day and Arbor Day the same thing? How are they celebrated in our area? A: Earth Day and Arbor Day are two closely related, but separate events. The greatest...
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Looking to automate your house? Start small with basic smart home devicesMay 09, 2020 7:00 am - Dreaming of a domicile with state-of-the-art technology and futuristic features that will make your neighbors jealous? Truth is, you don't need NASA's budget or know-how...
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Owners look to individualize their homes with tileMay 03, 2020 7:00 am - Since before the birth of Christ, tiles have existed throughout the Mediterranean, Middle East and North Africa. Ceramic techniques and traditional motifs have been carr...
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Lesser-known ground covers that perform delightfullyMay 03, 2020 7:00 am - If you have a spot in the landscape that is too shady for grass to grow, a slope that is too steep for a lawn mower to safely maneuver or a trodden strip between two dri...
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Be cautious when removing plant debris in the springMay 03, 2020 7:00 am - If you are running late getting your garden cleaned up, it is OK to continue removing garden debris from beds and cutting back perennials. The perennials have begun grow...
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Get the most bang for your buck with outdoor home projectsMay 03, 2020 7:00 am - Get the most bang for your buck with outdoor home projects
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A lesson in building a backyard retaining wallMay 02, 2020 7:00 am - Flat, even landscapes are often coveted in backyards. However, flat backyards are not always found. Fortunately, varied terrain does not mean certain landscaping plans a...
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Battery-powered lawn mowers are superior to gas modelsMay 02, 2020 6:00 am - Q: My gas lawn mower just died, so I might try a cordless battery-powered one this time. What factors should I consider and can one cut a normal-sized residential yard? ...