Mums can make a wonderful impact in containers. But when planted in mixed borders, they will end your garden season with a bang. That’s especially true when you pair them with other late-season bloomers, such as sedum, goldenrod, Russian sage, asters, and gaillardia. Furthermore, because mums flower so late in the season, they are nondescript, though not unattractive, in the garden until blooming time. Thus, they are best planted next to early bloomers....

While producing yellow flowers on tall stems, you’ll enjoy a better harvest if you remove the flowers and allow the plant to channel all of its energy into developing large, tasty tubers for an abundant harvest. Best planted in the spring a few weeks before your last frost date, Jerusalem artichokes will grow at a moderate pace and reach maturity in about 20 weeks. If you do plant them with other veggies, good companion plants include corn and rhubarb, but don’t plant them beside tomatoes....

Set your plants out at the same time you plant tomatoes, coleus, and other warm-weather lovers. It grows quickly and yields the most intense flavor in full sun. While this herb is edible by humans, it is toxic to horses, dogs, and cats. Selecting a Planting Site The fragrance and size of lemon verbena plants make them a valuable addition to the back of the sunny herb border. A site with full sun, rich and well-drained soil, and regular moisture will quickly grow for the harvest....

Each plant produces thousands of seeds per year that are dispersed by wind, water, animals, and humans, especially when the inflorescence is used in dried flower arrangements. Pampas grass not only affects biodiversity by outcompeting other plants, it also poses a physical hazard for birds, other wildlife, and humans due to its sharp leaf blades. What Does Purple Pampas Grass Look Like Purple pampas grass is a large, tufted, perennial grass....

Make a Wishlist The first thing to do is to let your imagination run wild. Think about all the things you would love to have, whether you think it will fit within your decorating budget or not. Collect inspiration photos and write down all the things that stick out to you. Are you in love with wallpaper? Do you love the look of wainscotting? Are you attracted to specific statement pieces?...

Here are eight tips to help you through your closet makeover. While you sort your clothes into yes and no piles, ask yourself: Does it fit? If not, is it likely to fit you again soon? Does it suit your current lifestyle? Is it stained, damaged, or dated? If so, can it be fixed or altered to make it wearable, and realistically will you do that soon? One of the quickest ways to reach this goal is to limit the “working” area of your closet (i....

Here are some simple and helpful tips on how to organize your kitchen cabinets and keep them organized. Declutter Your Kitchen Cabinets Decluttering your kitchen cabinets is the first step to getting yourself organized. Do this even before purchasing cabinet storage solutions or trying to rearrange items. First, make sure you have a trash bin and a box for items to donate (or sell) nearby. Then, take everything out of your cabinets....

It’s important to understand what you’re getting into when you choose a whole home renovation. A look at the elements of a major home renovation will give you a sense of what’s involved and help you effectively plan your projects. Start With Design and Planning A sketch on a cocktail napkin, full-blown architectural plans, or just a firm set of thoughts about how the remodel should progress is a good place to start....