Meet the Expert Jim Suttonis Associate Director of Display Design at Longwood Gardens. How Much Water Does a Christmas Tree Need Every Day? His advice is that the reservoir in the stand should be checked daily and kept full of clean water. Natalia Lebedinskaia / Getty Images A tree end that has been allowed to dry out will not take up water as readily. Want more gardening tips? “Removing a few inches will allow for better water absorption....

However, theres one care need that these plants are specific about: watering. Assemi-aquatic plantsknown for growing naturally on the banks of bogs and swamps, calla lilies enjoy consistent moisture. However, they are susceptible to overwatering, so striking the right balance with your watering schedule is essential. The Spruce / Krystal Slagle Meet the Expert Peggy Anne Montgomeryis a horticulturist with over 30 years of experience representing Flowerbulb.eu. How Much Water Do Calla Lilies Need?...

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. Here are our favorite new products from the Martha Stewart QVC line. Want more of our favorite products? QVC Stewart has also created a serrated knife. She was inspired when she was cutting tomatoeswhy not also use a serrated knife in the garden? So she made an extra-sharp blade forpruningand cutting through the toughest plants. QVC Each item comes with its own sheath....

To stay in great condition, watch bands need to be regularly cleaned. But this doesn’t take long, nor does it require much effort on your part. Here’s what you better know about cleaning all types of Apple Watch bands. The Spruce / Sarah Lee How to Clean an Apple Watch Band Most Apple Watches come with aneasy-to-clean siliconeband. Here’s what to do. Want more cleaning and organizing tips? The Spruce / Sarah Lee...

Forget the rules about sticking to one finish. Megan Warren Design Should you mixbrushed nickelwith matte brass? Luckily, it’s easy tosuccessfully mix metalsin the bathroom. Megan Warren Design Here’s how to do it, according to four designers. Meet the Expert Can You Mix Metals in the Bathroom? There are a few rules to help guide you through successful metal mixing. Curated Nest Interiors/Jacob Snavley Photo Want more design inspiration? The first is architectural, which includes doorknobs and window hardware....

ArchiViz / Getty Images Designing abeautiful bathroomthat feels both pristine and welcoming is a surprisingly tricky endeavor. While you want your space to feel clean and fresh, you also need some added textures and layers. Otherwise, its easy for this space to feel more clinical thanspa-like. ArchiViz / Getty Images But they get a bad rap in the bathroom, and were not so sure the hate is deserved. And no, it won’t inevitably get gross....

Keep your palm fronds looking their best all year round. KevinKlimaPhoto / Getty Images Palm trees are a symbol of tropical beauty and relaxation. They’re divided into various types based on their shape and structure, such as feather-like or fan-shaped. KevinKlimaPhoto / Getty Images Fronds are typically green, though the shade can vary from light to dark green. Some species may also have a bluish or silvery hue. They are generally tough and resilient, capable of withstanding strong winds and various environmental conditions....

Brexton Cole Interiors Much like French fashion, French interiors show off a juxtaposition of laid-back yet sophisticated details. It’s a style that people love to chase, and for good reason. Valerie Darden, designer and owner ofBrexton Cole Interiors, has a penchant for French interiors. Brexton Cole Interiors In fact, her honeymoon in Paris played a role in her career choice. We chatted with Darden to learn more about the key elements of the style....

Before heading out, confirm you measure your car. You don’t want to end up purchasing something that won’t fit in your vehicle. Ikea’s online catalog does a good job of listing all the product dimensions. It saves you from having to make a return trip. Quick Tip Weekdays generally tend to be a quieter time to visit IKEA than weekends. July and August also tend to be the busiest times of year....

Here’show to clean these earbudsquickly, easily, and without damaging them. Want more cleaning and organizing tips? You’ll need a lint-free cloth or two, some cotton swabs, and a little bit of water. The Spruce / Brie Goldman Your AirPods can be cleaned less frequently if they’re rarely used. Here’s how to keep them clean longer. Don’t use nail polish remover to clean an AirPod case. The Spruce / Brie Goldman...

Im beyond stoked and excited to finally share this project with everybody, Cameron told The Spruce. He even works with his formal fling Hannah Brown on the showhis biggest client yet. Amazon Prime Cameron grew up in Jupiter but moved to New York City following his success on reality TV. Photo by Michael SeRine / Prime Video He told The Spruce that he always wanted to get back into construction....

These juicy, bright red and yellow fruits are beloved by gardeners of all skill levels. And, depending on the key in you grow, can produce hundreds of fruits all season long. So consider this our ode to tomatoes. The Spruce / Kailey Whitman Diseases can also pose issues with tomato plants, and can cause tomato leaves to turn yellow. Luckily, we have everything you should probably troubleshoot any of your tomato problems this year....

“It creates rooms that feel collected over time rather than like a page from a catalog.” New to Thrift Shopping? Virginia Chamlee The Spruce / Sarah Crowley The Spruce / Jason Donnelly