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Here are the best drought-tolerant plants for gardens and landscapes. Tip Many plants from the sunny, sandy Mediterranean region have low water requirements. Catmint (Nepeta spp.) The Spruce / Autumn Wood Catmint (Nepeta)is one of those plants that does well when ignored. These landscape plants do well growing over walls and walkways when planted in full sun with well-draining soil. A lean soil and somewhat dry growing conditions will encourage more flowers....

A small recessed area wastransformed into a mudroomthanks to a custom mudroom bench loaded with hooks and cubbies. Blue-painted beadboard paneling complements the home’s original historic character. Under the seat arestorage baskets for shoes, sneakers, and boots. The Spruce / Christopher Lee Foto The upper shelf creates a spot to store seasonal items until they are needed. Crown molding and Shaker-inspired detailing give the unit its homey appeal. Seasonal items that are not needed year-round are stashed in the baskets above....

The Spruce / Autumn Wood Fast-growing privacy shrubs will quickly turn your property into a retreat. A six-foot privacy hedge is usually all you gotta create a secluded yard. When selecting shrubs, look for those with a fast growth rate of two to three feet per year. The Spruce / Autumn Wood Here are top choices for fast-growing privacy shrubs. Tip Annual orsemi-annual pruningis key to shaping fast-growing plants into a hedge....

Dress a black Christmas tree simply in cool white lights for a sophisticated, minimalist look. String it with warm lights and gold-tone metallics for a regal and dramatic feel. Check out these black Christmas trees in a range of sizes, shapes, and styles for inspiration. Olena Ruban / Getty Images The tree is decorated with gold and silver ornaments, complementing the room’s decor. This Christmas tree fromGrey Hunt Interiorsis generously decorated for a voluminous look that coordinates with the room’s decor....

Keep reading for 22 of our favorite brown living room ideas. Try Light Brown Looking for something moreneutral in your living room? Try sticking with a light brown that borders on beige. Sarah Fultz Interiors Add Houseplants Mindy Gayer Design Co. Instead, leather adds complexity, elegance, and plenty of beautiful brown. For a less-flowery look, use twigs or small branches instead. Amy Bartlam Photography Look for a piece in leather or brown-colored upholstery to add this elegant color to your living room....

Michelle Boudreau Design Between labor and material costs, a landscaping bill adds up fast. So, take inspiration from these front yard landscapes and then head outside with a shovel in tow. Container gardening also requires fewer tools and less soil. Michelle Boudreau Design Plant Additional Flower Beds Around Existing Features Not every flower bed needs a dedicated retaining wall. A fewaffordable paverswill make a perfect spot for your feet to land....

The best part is that when it comes to built-in desks, the options are truly endless. Here are 22 smart and stylish built-in desk ideas for spaces of any size. Built-in Desk With Storage Kimberly Larzelere Interiors/ Photo by Christopher Stark Talk about some serious storage. White Sands Design and Build The L-shaped desk provides plenty of seating, while built-in upper cabinets add lots of extra storage. Kids Loft Bed Built-In Kids' bedrooms are all about maximizing functionality, storage, and style....

Desiree Burns Interiors Calming paint colors will help you to create a serene space. Blue is generally considered the most calming color, reminiscent of ocean vistas and clear skies. Explore these calming paint colors to find the right shade for your mood and your space. Desiree Burns Interiors Want more design inspiration? Brexton Cole Interiors added texture to the wall behind the bed with picture frame molding. Kate Marker Interiors paired vertical shiplap walls with light wood herringbone floors and a modern farmhouse sink vanity....

Choosing your own holiday color palette will help you adapt your Christmas decor to your own style and home. Choose colors that complement your existing decor, or create a striking contrast. To avoid overspending or waste, invest in basics that can be tweaked from year to year. Emily Henderson-Design/ Photo by Kaitlin Green Check out these Christmas color schemesbesides red and greento inspire your own colorful take on holiday decor....

Jessica Nelson Design/Carina Skrobecki Photography Green is a refreshing, nature-inspired, versatile color that plays well with others. This space fromdeVOL Kitchenscombines vibrant wall tile with painted cabinetry for a signature look. Soft orange and yellow accents add warmth to the mix. Jessica Nelson Design/Carina Skrobecki Photography Wood accents add warmth. Ryann Miller forEmily Henderson Designpaired dark teal walls with a cognac leather sofa in thisboho-style living room. A mix of throw pillows in shades of green enhance the effect....

This list will help you to identify vegetation that can be dangerous if touched or consumed. The level of toxicity varies widely but care should be taken before planting or handling the following 22 examples. This color changes to yellow late in the summer and by fall, it is a rich orange. The Spruce/Catherine Song. The colorful pods are used in dried floral arrangements and wreaths. Foxglove The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova...

However, if you want to add more interest to your driveway, consider a concrete tile driveway. The clean lines add interest and will help enhance your home’s curb appeal. The stained pavers complement the colors of the rest of the home including the lush garden. Brophy Interiors Grasscrete is a permeable concrete driveway solution that allows grass to grow in the voids between the concrete slabs. It adds greenery, interest, and texture to a home exterior....

Check out these craft room ideas in a range of room sizes and styles for inspiration. Paint It Lavender Mindy Gayer Design Co. The room is painted in a fresh shade oflavenderfor an upbeat feel. The Spruce / Meg MacDonald Mindy Gayer Design Co. Erin Williamson Design Whittney Parkinson Design Mindy Gayer Design Co. My 100 Year Old Home A Beautiful Mess My 100 Year Old Home Mindy Gayer Design Co...