However, you must get the planting timing right to make the most of these tender annuals. If you’re wondering when to plant geraniums, spring is usually the best time. Read on to learn why. Isabel Pavia / Getty Images Its helpful to wait until the soil reaches 60F. Timings vary depending on your region, but thats typically in late May. It may be possible to plant in milder regions as early as March....
Olga Dobrovolska / Getty Images The abundant, round blooms of hydrangeas are a classic sight of summer. And do you should probably cut hydrangeas back at all? Some hydrangeas are new wood hydrangeas. Olga Dobrovolska / Getty Images Meanwhile, old wood hydrangeas actually produce their blooms seasons ahead of the iconic summer flowers. Ideal timing is totally dependent on whether you have new wood or old wood hydrangeas. Want more gardening tips?...
DazeyDen Theres no denying that pink wastheshade of the 2010s. )soft, dusty shades of pinkwere everywhere. What Is Millennial Pink? DazeyDen Millennial pink is a soft, muted shade of pink with warm undertones. It’s often described as salmon, dusty rose, pale pink, and soft pink. It’s made with almost equal parts, magenta and yellow. Desiree Burns Interiors Want more design inspiration? However, it also signaled a cultural shift among millennials raised to steer clear of pink....
However, its not as simple as painting drywall or a canvas. Tile has its own unique properties and comes in many materials. So, is it okay to paint over yourbathroom tile? Sabina Galja / Getty Images We tapped two painting experts for their insightas well as tips to get the job done. Meet the Expert Can You Paint Over Bathroom Tile? First, consider thetypes of tilesyou have. John Keeble / Getty Images...
Zucchini make big, beautiful plants in the vegetable garden. The large palm-shaped leaves activate the plant to produce its bounty of fruits. T his guide helps identify the insect pest feeding on the leaves and vines of your zucchini plants. Martin Jahr / EyeEm / Getty Images Gray in color with faint yellow striping, they look a bit likestink bugsbut bigger with a flatter appearance. Like stink bugs, they emit a bad smell when crushed....
According to some, the formerly adored subway tile pattern is no longer in. And as it turns out, its not quite so simple. What Is Subway Tile? Ryan Tuttle/ Stocksy Even if the phrase is unfamiliar, the actual subway tile pattern probably isnt. Want more design inspiration? In my opinion, subway tile is always in, Brady says. Joe Hendrickson / iStock / Getty Images Plus It’s like the little black dress of tile, timeless and versatile....
Read on to learn how sugar water affects plants. What Is Sugar Water? Sugar water is a combination of tap water and sugar to be used as plant food. The Spruce / Colleen & Shannon Graham The sugar is usually added to hot or boiling water so it dissolves easily. Formulas vary in terms of how much sugar is added to the water. The theory is that the sugar boosts plant growth....
There are a few different ways to water houseplants. Maybe you fill up a sink or bucket and let them soak upwater from the bottom. When it comes to the source, though, chances are that you’re using water from your tap. Stefania Pelfini, La Waziya Photography/Getty But is that always the best option? Is tap water safe for your plants? Is Tap Water Safe for Plants? lyongyuth / Getty Images...
Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Installing a poolis a huge expense, but the real kicker comes in the time and cost of upkeep. The Spruce This is wherepool cleanerslike the Dolphin Nautilus CC Plus come in. Though they may seem extravagant (theyre not cheap! In reality, though, automatic appliances usually require some sort of hands-on setup and supervision. The Spruce...
The Spruce / Margot Cavin Decorating a Christmas treeis one of life’s greatest pleasures. Christmas trees can stay up past the 25th, according to some traditions. Want more cleaning and organizing tips? The Spruce / Margot Cavin New Year’s Eve No plans forNew Year’s? Tip Remember to clean your artificial tree before putting it in storage. At some point, a real Christmas will stop taking water even if it’s properly maintained....
While daffodils and jonquils both belong to theNarcissusgenus, theyre different plants with different care requirements. These plants look best when planted in drifts or groups, but also work beautifully incut flower arrangements. Even better, most narcissi are naturally pest-resistant, yethighly attractive to pollinatorslike bumblebees and monarch butterflies. Getty Images Want more gardening tips? However, these spring bloomers have slightly different features. Daffodilsare usually larger than jonquils with bigger flowers that come in an assortment of colors....
Depending on what you’re looking for, each punch in of carpeting has its advantages. What Is Triexta? Triexta is a synthetic carpet fiber made from polytrimethylene terephthalate, which has some similarities to polyester. The Spruce / Xiaojie Liu Quality and Durability Both nylon and triexta are available in carpets of many different qualities. Nylon is more resilient than triexta, meaning that it bounces back from compaction more quickly. According to Mohawk, the manufacturer oftriexta carpets, triexta is as strong as nylon....
Love it or hate it, we’ve been noticing an uptick in designs with this floor treatment. “Then, they add hardwoods to their main bedroom when the budget allows.” She also encourages her clients to make bold design choices when it comes to their bedroom wall-to-wall carpet. Emily Henderson Designs/ Photo by Sara Legorria-Tramp Since carpet doesn’t always last forever, Galapo recommends having fun with the process. Primary Closets Bre Hance is the founder and principal designer atInHance, an LA-based design firm....
