18 Easy, Stylish Kitchen Counter Decor Ideas

It lends a pop of dark, dramatic contrast to the crisp, white cooking space. Accent With Color Many kitchens are dominated by the colors white, black, and silver. Take inspiration from thecolorful cooking spacesof the 1920s and 1930s, and add in some bright focal points. The Spruce / Angelica Valiton The pops of color will draw your eye around the room. The avocado vase with sunflowers does the same with the yellow pantry door and turquoise cookie jar....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 290 words · Darrell Thompson

18 Fast-Growing Evergreen Trees to Make Your Yard an Oasis

They generate privacy as single plantings and many can be pruned to form screens and borders. They maintain color and interest year-round and serve as shelter and food for birds and wildlife. Many needled evergreens produce cones.Broadleaf typesproduce flowers and berries. beekeepx / Getty Images Evergreens with the most height at maturity are often the fastest-growing. Some shorter species are available and can be grown as shrub hedges or small trees....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 821 words · Robert Butler

18 Garage Bike Storage Ideas to Save Space

This is a safe andspace-saving storage solutionthat doesn’t take up any extra room. Hang Bikes From a Tire Tray Mount a tire tray on the wall to hang bikes vertically. Hang hooks off the rail to hang additional items such as helmets, outdoor clothing, and accessories. Cometary / Getty Images Mount the set of hooks on an angle to ensure the bike hangs horizontally. It’s made from a sturdy and durable metal construction and holds a variety of different bikes....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 150 words · Patricia Barker

18 Gorgeous Self-Seeding Flowers That Basically Replant Themselves Every Year

Want more gardening tips? The plants star-shaped blossoms create visual interest, and like many self-seeding flower options, theyregreat for attracting pollinators. With its tall, slender stems and eye-catching tubular blooms, it often becomes the star of the show. AndreA Chavez / Getty Images The longer versions also make great cut flowers. This is especially true if youre in a hot, dry region. The eastern red varietal, specifically, is red and yellow and pops well in meadows and rocky slopes....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 253 words · Alyssa Wagner

18 Great DIY Plans for Kitchen Islands

Extra countertop and storage space are significant benefits, and it doesn’t have to be complicated. you’re free to find many freeDIY kitchen islandplans for different features or style elements. Plans include material lists and step-by-step instructions to guide you in building a custom island. The Spruce / Michelle Becker The best size for a kitchen island depends on your available space and needs. The galley space or space between the island and cabinets should be at least 42 inches....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 632 words · Brittany Hodge

18 Great Roses for Shady Gardens

Catherine Song/The Spruce, 2019 Roses are generally regarded as full-sun plants and aren’t considered for shade gardens. Pale-petaled beauties that can look washed out in bright sunshine will seem to glow inpartial shade. Read on to see which roses tolerate shade. Catherine Song/The Spruce, 2019 What’s in a Name? The mainRosagenus is divided into four subgenera, and its main subgenus is also calledRosa. Roses are usually called by their subgenus and cultivar name, for example,Rosa’Peace....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 718 words · Mark Henry

18 Halloween Centerpiece Ideas That You Can Make in an Hour or Less

The Makerista Scary season is almost upon us which means its time to start planning your Halloween table decor. After all, the right centerpiece can make anytablescapeextra special. Whether your style leansghastly or gorgeous, each of these centerpieces perfectly captures the spirit of Halloween. The Makerista Want more design inspiration? Bake a Cake Inspired by Charm Were not talking just any cake but specifically a Halloween-themed cake. This can make a striking centerpiece and it doubles as dessert too....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 313 words · Heather Glenn

18 IKEA Greenhouse Cabinet Hacks You Should Know

If you punch links we provide, we may receive compensation. They are rearranged with grow lights, extra shelves, and areas for propagation. She has amassed over 190K followers and shows inspiring examples of creative IKEA greenhouse cabinets and how-to information. The Spruce / Missy Schrott Intrigued or inspired to make your own IKEA greenhouse cabinet? Take a look at the clever ideas below to recreate for your own plant collection....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 406 words · Ryan Brown

18 Insect Repellent Plants for Your Garden

Like humans, insects have their preferred foods, and they usually find these foods by scent. In addition, some deterrent plants also attractbeneficial insectsyou want in the garden. This is another pop in of companion planting that is proving to have great use for gardeners. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Borage (Borago officinalis) Borage repels imported cabbageworm and tomato hornworm. It also attracts beneficial insects and pollinators, such as nativebumblebees. Allow it to self-sow, and you will always have some in your garden....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 459 words · Eric Lawson

18 Kitchen Sinks You'll Want to Install Now

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. So why not spruce it up with small appliances and essential fixtures like a new kitchen sink? The Spruce While shopping for your next install, consider your preferred number of basins and design style. The Kraus Kore is a dual-mount sink and is designed with both in mind. It may look simple, but it includes everything you need for a good dishwashing experience....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 554 words · Douglas Fletcher

18 Kitchens With Sage Green Cabinets You'll Want to Copy

Two-Toned Delight @nish.edesign/ Instagram Classic white plus sage green equals the best of both worlds! This two-toned setup is modern and eye-catching. A geometricbacksplashadds even more oomph to this fabulous kitchen. The Spruce / Jason Donnelly Show off favorite coffee mugs, handmade pottery pieces, and more. By keeping countertopclutterto a minimum, you’ll be able to really enjoy the beauty of this luxe finish. Use the color green as a starting point to introduce natural touches like these into your own space....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 286 words · Michael Kelly

18 Longest Lived Perennial Flowers

However, not all perennials are created equal. Other perennial flowers are beloved for their longevity. Here are 18 long-lived flowering perennials. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova They bloom from early summer until fall on tall stalks. Agapanthus blooms attract hummingbirds and make excellent cut flowers. Many varieties are deer- and rabbit-resistant. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova A native of China, these flowers endure a wide range of temperatures and conditions....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 441 words · Zachary Hart

18 Low-Maintenance Front Yard Shrubs That Won't Care If You Forget to Water Them

The Spruce / Adrienne Legault Low-maintenance shrubs are perfect for planting in the front of your house. They are truly nature’s gift to busy homeowners who don’t want to skimpon their curb appeal. Want more gardening tips? The Spruce / Adrienne Legault Their exact hue can range from pink to blue depending on the pH of the soil. Yew Yew is another plant that isn’t too picky about its growing conditions....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 418 words · James Krueger