Cranberry hibiscus plants are short-lived sub-shrub or woody perennials, that might only survive for a handful of years, but because they grow so rapidly, they are still a good value for the garden. The leaves can be ovate or lobed, but the newer varieties have been bred to have deeply lobed, finely cut leaves like Japanese maples. You’ll find them in shades of green with red veining right through to a full deep burgundy leaf....
From mason jars to bohemian design, let’s go back in time and remember some of the biggest trends of the previous twenty years, and then look ahead to what we can expect with the start of a new decade. Trends From the 2000s These decor trends share a decade with Britney Spears’ best years, the release of the first iPod, and the once-coveted Blu-ray disc. Though it doesn’t seem that long ago, some of these decor trends from the 2000s feel like they came from centuries past....
When shedding season comes around, the WindTunnel 3 High Performance Pet Upright Vacuum from Hoover is on the front lines. If you’re up against a serious onslaught of fur like we are (three cats and one really stressed out guinea pig), then you’ll know the struggle of trying to maintain a clean home. The fur seems to regenerate overnight. If you have to keep constant vigil anyway, the best gift you can give yourself is a decent tool to keep it with....
Probably the most widely used switches are the single-pole switches. They control lighting from one location and are also used on things like furnace disconnects, garbage disposals, and small motor disconnects, like Taco pumps used in outdoor wood burning boilers. They are also used in the form of adjustable switches that can be turned on and off, but also turned from bright to dim. As mentioned above, single-pole switches are also used for fan controls, and with the right type switch, speed is controlled with this switch....
Full disclosure: I love candles. I have a non-functioning fireplace, and I’ve filled it with candles. For Christmas I asked my mom to use her entire budget to buy me candles. I also have a new obsession with candlesticks. So to say I was shocked when I saw this amazingly cool candle trick is an understatement. What Is the Viral ‘Magic’ Candle Trick? The woman in the video has a lit candle in her hand....
Here’s what you need to know to maintain hanging baskets. Hanging Plant Care Tips How to care for hanging baskets depends largely on the individual plant’s needs. So always check the care label on any plant you’re putting in a hanging basket. To prevent your hanging plant from dying, follow these general care tips: Use a quality potting mix that’s suitable for your plant species.In a mixed arrangement within the same basket, group plants with similar care needs....
Tile adhesive is expected to hold the tile in place not just for years but for decades—without fail. It must be easy to work with, and it must adequately fill in gaps between the tile and the substrate. It cannot cure too fast: Otherwise, you do not have adequate working time. But if it cures too slowly, it takes forever to get to the grouting stage. Fortunately, tile adhesives have evolved to the point where all of those demands can be successfully handled....
Coffee tables are ubiquitous and come in many shapes, sizes, materials, heights, lengths, and features, providing you with a bewildering variety to choose from. Our comprehensive guide helps walk you through some things you should ask yourself that may help narrow down your choices to get the right coffee table for you. Before Buying a New Coffee Table Coffee tables have so many functions, and are used for a number of things....
It’s fairly easy to decorate with mint green because it pairs so well with a large number of other colors and works well in several types of rooms. But despite its easygoing nature, there are still a few important things to remember. Mint Green Dos and Don’ts DO decorate with mint green in rooms that have a lot of natural light. The light will reflect off the mint making it extra bright....
Eliminate their food sources.Seal up cracks around buildings.Encourage natural predators like birds, bats, and frogs.Trap the flies with cone traps or resin sticks.Use fans as a deterrent.Light candles since smoke is a repellant.Make DIY fly strips using scented oils. Read on to understand what causes flies outdoors and tips on how to keep them away. 7 Ways to Get Rid of Flies Outdoors There are many dozens of species of flies, but eradication methods are largely the same for all of them....
