This detailed fact sheet can help birders learn more about the golden-winged warbler, how to identify them, and where to see these beautiful birds. Fast Facts Scientific Name: Vermivora chrysopteraCommon Name: Golden-winged warblerLifespan: Up to 7 yearsSize: 5 inchesWeight: 1/3 ozWingspan: 8 inchesConservation Status: Near threatened Golden-Winged Warbler Identification These birds have a relatively long, thin bill that is sharply pointed. Males and females look vastly different, with males more brilliantly colored and females more camouflaged....

Gravel is far less expensive for long driveways than most other driveway materials, and it can last for generations with regular maintenance. Learn more below about gravel driveway pros and cons. Types of Gravel The term gravel can refer to any loose rock or stone that is larger than sand but smaller than cobble, which means it can range from about 1/10 inch to 2 1/2 inches in diameter. The best kind of gravel used for driveways is typically a processed product that consists of rocks, sand, and clay....

How Does Interplanting Work? Benefits realized by interplanting vary depending on the method chosen. Plants with deep roots may be grown with shallow rooted plants avoiding competition for soil space. A crop that requires pollination may be grown with flowers or other vegetable varieties that attract pollinators. By the same token, different varieties may attract pests and help to control damage to other plants in the garden. Tall plants like corn serve as support for vining plants like pole beans and tomatoes can provide shade for sun-sensitive crops like lettuce....

Choosing the direction of the fence boards—installing them vertically or horizontally—is a major part of the overall look of a fence. Fences with vertical boards have been installed for years for their adaptability and strength. But fences with horizontal boards have been gaining in popularity for their sleek modern look. Fence Post: All fences will have vertical four-by-four posts embedded in concrete in the ground. Horizontal fence posts are spaced closer than are posts for vertical fences....

Foundation types vary, but likely your house or home’s addition does or will have one of these three foundations: full or daylight basement, crawlspace, or concrete slab-on-grade. These are serviceable—and sometimes even flexible—foundations that work for millions of homes across a variety of climates and needs. The primary advantage of a basement is all the extra space that it provides for storage or for living. In some homes, finishing a basement can nearly double the home’s living space....

So, it’s natural dirt, dust, pollen, bacteria, pet hair, mold spores, and even spiderwebs and vermin droppings will build up inside air ducts. Air duct cleaning rids HVAC ducts of unwanted solid matter, returning the ducts to like-new condition. But how much does air duct cleaning cost, and is it worth the expense? How Much Does It Cost to Clean Air Ducts? Depending on where you live and on the size of your home and its HVAC system, air duct cleaning costs $450 at the low end and ranges up to $1,000....

In their native tropical environments, some dracaena plants can grow to 20 feet or more, but as indoor houseplants, most remain under 8 feet tall. Dracaena plants grown outdoors may produce yellowish-white flowers followed by berries, but this is rare for those grown as houseplants. Be aware that plants in the Dracaena genus contain saponins that are toxic to cats and dogs. Light Generally speaking, dracaena plants do best in bright, filtered, or indirect light, though they can stand short periods of direct sunlight....

Plant Selection We often leave the choice of plants to the very end of creating a container garden. You don’t need to know ahead of time exactly what plant you plan to use in your container garden, but you do need to consider a couple of key decisions when deciding on a planter. Exposure Will the container be exposed to the hot mid-day sun? Will it be in full sun all day?...

Forget Trends It’s easy to get caught up in the urgency of trends, but designing a timeless kitchen is all about tuning out the fleeting style obsessions of the moment to focus on what will endure. “Trends, I hate that word because it gives people the excuse to keep making rash, sometimes expensive changes to their homes, only to regret it or tire of it in a few years’ time,” says Helen Parker, creative director of deVOL, the UK-based manufacturer of swoon-worthy, timeless kitchens....