Is a garden greenhouse on your wish list?From a humble greenhouse or cold frame to start spring seedlings to an orangery or conservatory room, either attached to an historic or elegant private home …
Wilting, yellow leaves, or stunted growth means it is time to look around your landscape and surrounding landscapes for clues. A common cause of these symptoms is the black walnut tree.
We drink it, bathe in it, wash our clothes and cook with it.For fresh tasting, clear and safe home filtration systems can prevent illness, keep homeowners and guests hydrated and maintain us as we go …
In years past, the boxy TV set and supersized home stereo were looked upon as practical, even though they robbed space and collected dust. But today’s ultra-sleek high-tech devices can be as feng …
How do you keep an eye on everything? From fires and floods to break-ins or family pets home surveillance systems offer peace of mind, tangible records of activity and a way to keep your home and …
Home surveillance systems are a popular way to protect your family, valuables, home and property. Because there are different types of home surveillance systems, it’s worth taking the time to …
The black walnut, Juglans nigra, is a native tree occurring in most of the Eastern parts of the United States and extending as far west as South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas. It occurs …
A home-cooked meal with summer flare doesn’t have to live by the limitations of a grill anymore.Grill manufacturers are expanding their horizons and growing more versatile in their production …
Tomatoes, the most popular garden vegetable, grow on vines that may reach eight feet or even taller. If left on their own, tomato plants sprawl on the ground, leaving their abundant fruit vulnerable …
Love gardening? How does picking ripe red tomatoes at arm’s length sound? Snipping fresh chives without bending over to cut them or harvesting a bumper crop of potatoes with little more than gloved hands for the digging?
Enjoy your garden throughout the growing season and beyond. Preserve its beauty, fragrance, and flavor in artwork, crafts, and food. Cell phones with cameras make it easy to capture the seasonal …
From Fiat to Ferrari, Karmann Ghia to Cadillac and Mustang to Maserati garages offer flexible spaces for homeowners, and they’re a high priority home feature for home buyers. Whether the garage is …
The garage is a place you can play it straight – this is where the cars go; this is where the tractor and seasonal decorations go – or lux things up.
Whether you are making some late additions to your gardens or planning for the future include some hummingbird-favorite plants. Select plants and create combinations to attract and support them with a …
From a cozy café table for two to multi-level areas outdoor kitchens extend warmer weather living space. Think countertops, bar stools and accessories; cabinets, sinks, beverage refrigerators and ice …
With summer heat and humidity comes stormy, often unpredictable weather. Power outages – from minor blips to bigger problems – like hours or days – can ruin refrigerators stocked with fresh …
Beets are one vegetable you can purchase most months of the year but those you grow yourself taste the best. The good news is there is still time to grow your own this season.
Are you thinking about listing your home for sale? When a home is less than move-in ready, hiring a contractor can help correct problems – large and small – and position your property to show at …
Home improvement projects – large and small – are exciting investments in your home, property and lifestyle. Whether the purpose is to replace, upgrade or add something entirely new to your …
Roots erupting through the soil surface that extend beyond the tree trunk are known as surface roots. This is a normal part of aging for shallow-rooted trees. The aging roots increase in …
