The Best Bushes And Shrubs For Hedges
Shrubs used for hedges should have a dense growth pattern and readily accept pruning for shape. Consider these 10 good choices for evergreen or flowering shrubs to use for hedges.
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Wildlife Gardening — What You Should Know
Wildlife gardening is the practice of tailoring your garden to provide for the needs of native animal species, offering them water, food, shelter and safety. Learn more about this unique practice of gardening.
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Seed Starting Vs. Transplanting Seedlings
For most plants, you can choose between seed starting or transplanting seedlings purchased at a garden center. Learn the pros and cons of each method.
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Side Yard Landscaping Tips
Side yards are unique spaces calling for creative landscaping ideas. Learn to apply classic design principles to a side yard and tips for planning the space.
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How To Grow A New Lawn With Grass Seed
The easiest way to establish a new lawn is to plant grass seed in bare, amended soil. New grass is easy to grow from seed and is much less expensive and easier than sodding. It requires regular watering and mowing at 3 to 4 inches tall.
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How To Install A Brick Paver Patio
The most popular type of patio surface these days is one made of clay brick or brick-shaped concrete pavers that are loose-laid upon a base of compactible gravel covered by a sand layer. Follow these steps and advice for the best results.
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How To Maintain A Flower Bed
Maintaining a flower bed is best approached by considering daily, weekly, monthly and seasonal activities. Learn more about what it takes to keep a flower bed both healthy and appealing.
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How To Remove A Tree Stump: A DIY Guide
Removing a tree stump can be a difficult or time-consuming process, but there are several stump removal methods from which to choose. Learn the best methods.
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How To Grow Lupines
Learn how to grow hybrid lupines, a dramatic but short-lived perennial that grows robustly in well-drained, slightly acidic soil in areas with cool summers.
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How To Grow Lettuce
Lettuce (Lactuca sativa) is an easy-to-grow cool-season vegetable that tolerates shade. Learn the differences between the types of lettuce and how to grow them.
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Steps For Building A DIY Backyard Patio
Building a new patio is a viable DIY project if you research the construction steps and make sure you have all the tools, materials and helpers you need.
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4 Common Bestway Pool Pump Problems
A Bestway pool pump for above-ground pools is largely trouble-free, provided you follow routine maintenance steps. Here are a few common problems that Bestway pool pumps have — and how to fix them.
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How To Grow Escarole
Escarole is a cool-season vegetable that is grown in a similar fashion as leaf lettuce and other leafy vegetables. It can be grown in just about any hardiness zone.
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How To Grow Grapes
Grapes are a versatile, productive fruit for home gardens, but they require careful pruning, and they are susceptible to many pests and fungal disease problems.
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Kitchen Lights: What Homeowners Should Know
The kitchen has more lighting needs than other rooms. Learn to plan effective kitchen lighting around three levels: ambient, task and accent lighting.
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Shower Pan Installation: A DIY Guide
Shower pan installation is easy with a prefabricated acrylic shower pan. It is installed after the alcove is framed but before the shower walls are finished.
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Toilet Flush Valve Replacement: A DIY Guide
The flush valve controls the water flow from the toilet tank down into the bowl. Learn how to identify a faulty flush valve and how to replace it yourself.
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Shower Plumbing: A Homeowner's Comprehensive Guide
Shower plumbing includes two connected but separate systems: water supply pipes and drain pipes. Learn how these two pipe systems function in your shower.
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Rock Landscaping Ideas
Natural stone has many uses in the landscape, including paving surfaces, decorative water features, garden accents, and walls and terraces. Rock landscaping ideas can improve the look and functionality of your yard.
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Shower Shut-Off Valves: A Necessity For Home Repairs
Shower shut-off valves are not required by code, but installing them is a good idea. Learn the basics for installing shut-off valves to control shower pipes.
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How To Replace A Sink Drain P-Trap
Replacing the P-trap on a sink drain is a simple DIY project that requires only a replacement kit and slip-joint pliers.
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How To Fix A Leaky Showerhead
A leaky showerhead can have many causes, ranging from a faulty diverter valve to a broken pipe in the wall. Here's how to diagnose and fix a leaky showerhead.
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How To Grow Corn
Corn (Zea mays) is a specialized grass and is many people's favorite edible vegetable. Corn needs plenty of space for you to grow as much as you'll want to eat.
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Turning An Old Dresser Into A Bathroom Vanity
Old dressers and other vintage furniture pieces can make unique bathroom vanities. Learn how to plan, convert and install a dresser vanity conversion.
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The Best Vanity Countertop Materials
The bathroom vanity countertop is a key decision when it comes to choosing materials for a remodel, as it's a workhorse surface and a critical design element.
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How To Grow Borage
Borage (Borago offinalis) is an unusual addition to the edible garden. It is easy to grow and can be used in salads or as a garnish in desserts and drinks.
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How To Program A Trane Thermostat
Trane thermostats, made by Honeywell, are available in both analog models with mechanical button controls and touchscreen models. Both are easy to program.
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