Manyorchid cultivarscan grow in a one-ingredient medium, while some varieties prefer only certain materials. Many high-quality orchid growing mixes offer a variety of benefits, depending on the media included. Choosing Soil for Orchids There are many components that can go into an effective orchid soil mix. The Spruce / Phoebe Cheong If you are unsure, you’re able to purchase a high-quality, pre-made mix designed for orchids. Cobblestone also works well as an anchor in an orchid pot, helping top-heavyorchids likeDendrobiumstay upright....

Each has its strengths and some have other culinary uses. Hardnecks have a stalk that stems from the center of the bulb and turns rigid at maturity. Softnecks stalks have leaves rather than a central stalk. The Spruce / K. Dave Softneck leaves remain soft and flexible at maturity. If you prefer to grow the garlic you find in the grocery store, you want softneck garlic. They are commonly sold in stores because of their long shelf life and relatively mild flavor for most recipes....

In common usage, the two terms are often used interchangeably. Horticulturally, there is no exact definition of when a plant is a shrub or a bush. Generally speaking, a bush is a bang out of shrub, but not all shrubs are bushes. The Spruce / K. Dave Shrubs and bushes arewoody plantswith several perennial stems that may be erect or may stay close to the ground. In classic horticulture, the shrub describes a plant that maintains its structure above the ground all year round....

Cohesively Curated Interiors Are you familiar with the concept of a kitchen triangle? Below, design experts weigh in on thispopular layoutand share its purpose, relevance, and more. Meet the Expert What’s the Purpose of a Kitchen Triangle? Cohesively Curated Interiors Want more design inspiration? Is the Kitchen Triangle Layout Still Used? “The triangle must always be respected,” he says. Cohesively Curated Interiors Whether a kitchen triangle is feasible also depends on one’s lifestyle....

It inspires people who would not normally pare down their possessions to throw away bags of excess stuff. The book centers on Kondo’s particular method, called the KonMari Method, of radicallydecluttering a homeor office. The Spruce / Michelle Becker What Is the KonMari Method? ​The Spruce / Michelle Becker Instead, it’s centered on getting rid of stuff. Acquire a New Mindset Kondo’s method explains how to declutter your home physically....

History, Characteristics, and Modern vs. It is oftenconfused with contemporary stylebut embraces a past moment instead of the present one. What Is Modern Style? The Spruce / Marty Baldwin Modern interior designis clean, calming, and neutral. It removes unnecessary ornamentation and focuses on the beauty in an object’s functional lines. It works well in the open floor plans that dominate this style. The Spruce / Marty Baldwin What Is Scandinavian Architecture?...

The Spruce / Leticia Almeida Choosing the right washer and dryer tweaks for your laundry can be confusing. Cycle key in, temperature, load Size, spin speedwhich one is best? One of those choices on both a washer and dryer is the permanent ress cycle. The Spruce / Leticia Almeida When should you use itand what happens when you do? Learn more about permanent press and how it can help you get better laundry results....

So, which windows do you have, and can you accommodate plants there? Outdoors, you’re free to see where it’s shady and where the sun is hitting directly. Light is more subtle indoors. The Spruce / Letícia Almeida Monitor the plant closely and take cues from it. Remember, if your plant seems happy and healthy, let it be. If not, try another spot. ​The Spruce / Letícia Almeida Bright Light vs. Full Sun Bright light plants are the same asfull sun plants....

For decorating purposes, however, “toile” refers to a pattern repeated on the fabric. Pronounced “twall,” toile has a long, varied history across Europe and the United States. Learn more about toile and how to incorporate the design into your home. Rivendellstudios / E+ / Getty Images Usually, the designer would create multiple toiles until the pattern was perfect. Although toile originally had Irish origins, it became a well-known product of France....

All four sides of the floorboards have tongues and grooves. The process of joining tongue and groove materials has been around for many years. One tongue fits firmly into the groove of the adjoining board. Jeffrey Zavitski/E+/Getty Images The purpose is to control vertical movement between adjoining boards. Basic tongue and groove joinery is a straight tongue that horizontally slides into a straight groove. These fasteners attachdirectly to the subfloor....

A traditional interior design scheme is timeless, placeless, comfortable, and put together but not overly fancy. What Is Traditional Interior Design Style? At its worst, a traditional room can feel boring, old-fashioned, stuffy, and uninspired. Nile Johnson Interior Design Traditional interior design has subtly evolved to keep up with modern times. For example, many of todays traditional homes incorporate modern elements, such as largekitchenislands and open-plan spaces. Grandmillennials are responsible forgranny chic....

Meet the Expert What Is Transitional Style? Transitional style aims to balance this blend to the point that it cant be dated or pinpointed exactly. Want more design inspiration? Marian Louise Design/ Photo by Ellen Renee History of Transitional Style Transitional style got its start in the 1950s. Transitional style aims to blend traditional elements with contemporary ones to create a timeless aesthetic. Learn more about the elements of transitional style below....

The Spruce / Lee Wallender What Is Trisodium Phosphate (TSP)? Though bans on phosphates are in effect in many communities, TSP is still legal in many areas. However, phosphate-free substitutes to TSP are also available nearly everywhere. The Spruce / Lee Wallender Always use eye protection and waterproof gloves when handling or cleaning with TSP. Also wear full skin protection, including long sleeves and long pants. Safety precautions apply to both dry and mixed or diluted forms of TSP....