Properties of Citrine Color: Yellow, orange, brownChakra: All, especially solar plexusNumber: Vibrates to 6Planet: SunZodiac: Aries, Gemini, Leo, Libra, RoosterBagua areas: Tai qi (Health), Xun (Abundance) Elements: Fire, EarthOrigin: Brazil, Russia, UK, Madagascar, France, US Meaning and Uses of Citrine Citrine is an unusual crystal in that it transmutes rather than absorbs negative energy, so it doesn’t need to be cleared like most crystals. It encourages balanced emotions and calm feelings....

The rooster is one of the creatures that is revered in many cultures around the world. The rooster symbol represents confidence, good luck, and protection. Keep reading to learn the meaning of roosters and how you can use the rooster symbol in the feng shui of your home. Rooster Symbolism and Meaning in Feng Shui The rooster is considered an auspicious symbol of good luck and protection in feng shui....

Oxygen Bleach The most gentle method to whiten washable clothes is to mix a solution of warm water and oxygen-based bleach. Follow the package recommendations as to how much to use per gallon of water. Submerge the white garments and allow them to soak at least eight hours or overnight. Patience is required. Then wash as usual using the hottest water recommended for the fabric, adding 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar to the rinse water....

Because the short rhizomes are able to remain standing in winter while dormant, this grass can continue to add interest to your garden throughout the year. The grass blades add hues of green, grey, and even blue to the landscape. Plant wood grass from late May to early June. Light The one thing that wood grass really does need to thrive is a sunny position. Without full sun for much of the day, it won’t perform to its best potential....

Reciprocating Saws vs. Jigsaws The blade can be inserted into tight spaces and used in much the same way as a jigsaw. The jigsaw metaphor extends only to the blade and the way it rapidly moves up and down and is capable of working the material from one side only (that is, without having access to the other side of the material). Otherwise, the reciprocating saw bears no other resemblance to the jigsaw....

A Fussy Perennial Anchusa azurea ‘Dropmore’ is a herbaceous perennial. It is, however, a short-lived perennial, being a rather fussy plant to grow (see below under Growing Conditions, Caveats) and prone to dying prematurely. Consequently, many gardeners treat it as a biennial. Frankly, the plant is so pretty and so unusual that I would still choose to grow it even if I had to treat it as if it were an annual....

Spackle and joint compound perform similar functions and are often used together for installing drywall. While some people may feel they’re interchangeable, they aren’t. Joint compound can be used instead of spackle, but spackle isn’t suitable for replacing joint compound. Read on to see how each is designed for different, specific purposes. What Is Joint Compound? Joint compound is the same as drywall mud or just mud. It’s comprised mainly of gypsum and limestone, but it also has other materials such as clay, mica, perlite, and starch....

These limits and spatial recommendations apply to key areas such as the distance between work areas; aisle distance between work areas; walkway aisles; seating clearances; dishwasher spacing and placement; and kitchen countertop landing areas. While the kitchen triangle concept has been around for many years, it is a tried-and-true concept that still works. If you are ever confused about the direction of your kitchen design, you can always fall back on the kitchen triangle....

If there’s a backyard, it’s pretty much a blank slate, which is easier to work with than an older, established garden that has mature trees (and roots), shrubs, and hardscape that must be excavated, removed, and recycled. For hikers and outdoorsy types, Forest Park is a 5,200-acre urban escape with trails, lots of trees, and community-minded conservation activities. The architectural style of the Finch’s neighborhood is what Dennis dubs “Northwest Craftsman” and likens to a rustic, lodge-style design rather than traditional Craftsman architecture....

The terms are used in the context of a single device and electrical box, so that the wires that deliver power into the box are described as the line wires, the upstream wires, or the incoming wires, while the wires passing onward to other devices are described as load, downstream, or outgoing wires. And these terms are relative to the location of the device in the circuit, since the load wire for one outlet becomes the line wire for the next receptacle downstream in the circuit....

Here are 15 organization ideas for your linen closet. Declutter The first step to a tidy linen closet is to declutter. Remove all the items from the closet, and sort them by type. Create keep, donate, and trash piles. Be realistic about whether you’ll actually use all the items you plan to keep; remember the goal is not to have an overstuffed closet. Also, if you’ve been keeping items unrelated to linens in the closet, consider whether you have a more suitable storage spot for them to free up space....

Liriope spicata is named for the spiky form of its flowers, and Liriope muscari is named after Muscari botryoides (grape hyacinth), which has a similar flower formation. Liriope can be planted almost any time, from spring to fall, generally from nursery plants or divisions. It grows and spreads quite rapidly; depending on the type, some grow larger and quicker than others. Watering and fertilizer play a big part in its growth rate....

Armless Furniture The arms on sofas and chairs, particularly those that are bulky or boxy, take up a surprising amount of room. Sometimes as much as a foot on each side! These types of styles should only be used in big rooms where you’ve got enough space. In small rooms, furniture arms should be sleek and slim or even removed altogether. Slipper-style sofas and chairs are upholstered pieces that don’t have arms, and they are great for small rooms because they can save several inches (or even feet) on each side....

Properties of Lapis Lazuli Color: BlueChakra: Throat, Third eye, CrownNumber: Vibrates to 3Planet: VenusZodiac: Sagittarius, OxBagua areas: Gen (Knowledge), Qian (Helpful People)Elements: Metal, WoodOrigin: Afghanistan, Chile, Middle East, Russia, USA Meaning and Uses of Lapis Lazuli Lapis lazuli is a powerful stone for thinking and spirituality, and it has a very high vibration. It’s believed to increase self-knowledge and awareness of one’s own thoughts and can help you to trust your inner wisdom....

The 2 species most commonly grown are: Common bear’s breeches (A. mollis), with wide, round leaves and Spiny bear’s breeches (A. spinosus), which has more flowers and thistle-looking foliage - although it is not prickly. USDA Hardiness Zones 6 - 10. Full sun to partial shade. USDA Hardiness Zones 4 - 8. Full sun to partial shade. USDA Hardiness Zones 3 - 9. Full sun. USDA Hardiness Zones 2 - 9....

Here are 25 perennial flowers that will start blooming as soon as spring makes itself known. USDA Growing Zones: 2 to 9Color Varieties: Pink, red, whiteSun Exposure: Part shadeSoil Needs: Moist, rich, well-drained USDA Growing Zones: 3 to 8Color Varieties: White or pale pink petals with yellow centersSun Exposure: Full to part shadeSoil Needs: Rich, well-drained, acidic USDA Growing Zones: 3 to 8Color Varieties: BlueSun Exposure: Part shadeSoil Needs: Rich, moist, well-drained...

The following photos of invasive plants run the gamut from lowly weeds to towering trees. In between, you’ll see examples of problematic vines and even a venerable landscape shrub, beloved in some quarters for serving as living privacy screens. Other shrubs qualifying as beautiful invasive plants are burning bush and butterfly bush. For the most part, this is not vegetation hard to find in the areas where the invaders have been successful, such as New England, U....

Disguising unattractive fencesSupplying fall colorAdorning mailboxes and lamppostsRambling over stone walls"Roofing" a shade-giving arbor Arctic kiwi vine (Actinidia kolomikta) or arctic kiwifruit vine lives up to its name, as it is hardy to -40 F. Arctic kiwi vine is a twining vine, reaching heights of 10 feet or more. The main attraction for planting arctic kiwi vines in the landscape is their variegated leaves, a characteristic more prominent in the males—and in the spring season....