What’s in Your Fifthroom?
Close your eyes and picture it – your ultimate Fifthroom. What does it look like? Where would it be? Is it a space inside your home, or an outdoor retreat?…
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THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY
Bugs, that is! Anyone who has gardened for a while has encountered their share of bugs in the garden. Some are instantly recognizable, like the ladybug, and others are head-scratchingly…
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Fifthroom Trends for 2012
Tired of the same old patio furniture, arranged in the same old boring way? There are some new and exciting trends for 2012 to help spruce up your “fifthroom,” including…
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TAKE A WALK ON THE WILD SIDE
In many areas of the country right now, we are being treated to a spring explosion of wildflowers. From rural meadows to urban roadsides, wildflowers are not only a stunning…
Read MoreGET CHECKERED!
I just returned home from a flower and garden show visit where I was treated to 10 incredible display gardens featuring incredible plant styling, stunning art pieces and mind-boggling creativity.…
Read MorePerk Up Your Patio
As we round out the last week in March – closing out a winter that featured record-breaking warm temperatures in many parts of the country – I can’t help but…
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LANDSCAPING TO SELL
If you’re like millions of other people across the country, you’re in the middle of getting your house ready to put on the market. We all know what to do…
Read MoreThe Perfect Pergola
With springtime fast approaching, many of us are looking outside and itching to spruce up our yards. It can be a great time to add something new to your outdoor…
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Unique Expressions of Love
Valentine’s Day is typically celebrated with flowers, fancy dinners and boxed chocolates. But all of those things are temporary indulgences. Flowers wilt, and dinners and chocolates are quickly consumed and…
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Visit A Public Garden
Winter is a great time to visit one of your local public gardens—the crowds are thinner and the staff has more time to answer your questions! Botanical gardens, wildflower centers…
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