The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Gardeners often have a lot of questions about how and when to divideperennial plants. But when it comes to Shasta daisies, dividing plants in fall is usually the best option. Want more gardening tips? The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Handle plant roots with care and replant your transplants as soon as it’s possible for you to. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova F. D. Richards / Flickr / CC BY-SA 2....

If you pick peaches too early, youll have hard, flavorless fruit. But if you pick peaches too late, your harvest may turn mushy orget gobbled up by birds. Want more gardening tips? Barbara Rich / Getty Images Unlike citrus fruits and cherries, peaches can continue to ripen after harvesting. Yes, peaches that fall off tree branches too early can be ripened off the tree. Simply place the fruit on your countertop for a few days until the skin turns a golden yellow color!...

But no matter what types of trees youre growing, early fall is the worst timeto prune trees. Why Shouldn’t You Prune Trees in Fall? Want more gardening tips? The Spruce / Jayme Burrows Using different pruning techniques for new wood and old wood trees will ensure your trees flower well. Evergreen Trees Evergreen or conifer treesusually dont need significant pruning. Why Should You Prune Trees at All? FedBul / Getty Images...

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. If youre not already aPrime member, nows the time to sign up. Plus, it comes pre-lit for added convenience during the busy holiday season. The Spruce / David Hattan Thisstorage bagcan fit artificial trees up to 9 feet tall and has a full-length zipper for easy packing. Lightshare Cherry Blossom Tree Light your entryway or front porch with this 6.5-foot artificial tree....

Jessica Nelson Design/Carina Skrobecki Photography Olive green kitchen cabinets will give your space a rich dose of nature-inspired color. Check out these olive green kitchen cabinet ideas in a range of styles for inspiration. Want more design inspiration? Jessica Nelson Design/Carina Skrobecki Photography Complement Wood Beams Sola Kitchens Pair olive green cabinets with natural wood accents for an earthy feel. This space juxtaposes modern slab cabinets with exposed beams for a modern rustic look....

Learn more about one piece versus two piece toilets so you might choose the best one for your home. What Is a One Piece Toilet? These toilets are often seen in new homes and upscale commercial locations. The Spruce / Carson Downing Want more home reno project tips and inspiration? What Is a Two Piece Toilet? A two piece toilet is the traditional style with atank and bowlthat are connected with bolts....

Is One-Coat Paint Right for You? Learn the pros and cons of one-coat paint and if it’s right for your next painting project. One-coat paint contains up to 20-percent more paint solids than conventionalpaint. The Spruce / Margot Cavin Ordinary acrylic-latex paint usually requires two or more coats of paint. Only in limited conditions can you use one coat of ordinary acrylic-latex paint. However, one-coat paint increases the possibility that you only need to use one coat....

The Spruce / Michelle Becker A one-wallkitchen layoutis about as basic as layouts get. A favorite design for small homes and condos, the countertop and cabinets run for about 8 feet. Less expensive than other layouts because it is smaller, a one-wall design lends itself well to do-it-yourself building. The Spruce / Michelle Becker The other three sides of the kitchen are open and often face living areas. What a One-Wall Layout Is With the one-wall layout, the counter is around 8 feet long....

Companion planting is the practice of growing different plants together for mutual benefit. What Is Companion Planting? This shows how planting three different crops could offer mutual benefits and improve the growing conditions in a garden. Dougal Waters/Getty Images Then, plan your garden accordingly. The benefits will be worth the little bit of extra planning. Onions should not be planted with peas, beans, asparagus, or sage. igoriss/Getty Images Onions can stunt the growth of these crops and also negatively affect their flavor....

Knowing this is a great plant care hack for getting plants the light they need without much effort. But you have to be sure to choose the right plants. Want more gardening tips? The Spruce / Krystal Slagle African Violets The Spruce / LetAcia Almeida Another option for your east-facing sills are African violets. The beauty of this fuzzy-leafed pick is the purple flowers it produces. Although their care requirements make them a little morefinicky to diagnose, they’ll like an east-facing spot....

All plants need sunlight to survive, but some need more (or less) than others. There aremany kinds of pothos, some of which a variegated, but all share the staple heart-shaped leaves. Just keep an eye out for hungry pets as these are toxic to animals. Linda Raymond / Getty Images Want more gardening tips? Cast Iron Plant The Spruce Cast iron plantis a slow-growing plant native to China and Japan....

What Is an Open Floor Plan, and Is It Right for You? What Is an Open Floor Plan? An open floor plan promotes a sense of openness and greater traffic flow. The Spruce / Ashley Poskin Most often, open floor plans involve some combination of kitchen, dining room, and living room. The kitchen and dining area are a classic example of separate but related spaces. The kitchen is for cooking, and the dining area is for eating....

It helps divide your space without completely closing it off to other areas. Meet the Expert What Is a Broken Floor Plan? With thistype of layoutcomes a set of different perks, as well as a few design challenges. Emily Henderson Designs/ Photo by Sara Tramp But knowing how to work with what you have is the most important thing. There are also elements that make these layouts trickier to design....