Light These variegated plants do best with plenty of bright light. A spot that receives several hours of bright, indirect light is ideal. Avoid prolonged periods of direct sunlight which can burn this pothos’ delicate leaves. The n’joy pothos can also be adapted to grow in low light, although it may begin to lose its variegation and become more leggy. Soil Pothos require an airy, well-draining soil that retains some moisture, and n’joy pothos are no exception....

The pistachio hydrangea is a compact, bushy cultivar of the bigleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla). It stands out from the crowd because of the floral combination of chartreuse green centers and deep pink outer shades (similar to those of a pistachio nut). They bloom from early summer to fall, and the glossy dark green foliage looks great even when the flowers aren’t on show. Known for its versatility and fast growth rate, the pistachio hydrangea is a great choice as a striking flowering hedge, a border shrub, or for use in mass planting....

Outdoor planting should be done in the fall. The ‘Red Dragon’ Japanese maple is a variety with deeply cut, feathery, and fern-like leaves, hence the common name “laceleaf maple." It starts with bright red, cherry-colored leaves in the spring that become darker over the summer and turn scarlet in the fall. Its low height, weeping branches, and spreading habit make it look more like a shrub than a tree. After the tree has dropped its leaves, it is still an eye-catcher with its twisted trunk that becomes gnarlier as the tree matures....

Its cascading branches are covered in dark green, fragrant needles. Mature trees produce brown cones that are up to nine inches long. This is a slow-growing weeping evergreen that can be planted in spring or early fall. Weeping Norway spruce trees can be grown upright or as ground cover. To grow this weeping tree upright, provide stakes for the tree to climb on. For ground cover, simply allow the spruce to trail along the ground unhindered....

Combine beans with corn, rice, or other grains to make a complete protein. Beans are rich in B vitamins and folic acid, contain minerals including iron, selenium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium, and are high in fiber. Planting Tips Plant beans after the last frost date in your area, and ideally, wait until the soil is well-warmed (70 to 90 degrees F). Beans should be direct seeded into the soil. Space seeds 1 1/2 inches apart....

Light Quinoa plants grow well in a bright sunny location that receives several hours of direct light a day. However, partial shade from the most intense heat of the day is recommended. Soil Quinoa plants grow best in well-drained, loamy soil that is high in organic matter. Before planting, the soil should be amended with compost or fertilizer. Once the seedlings are several inches tall, mulch around the seedlings to prevent weeds and retain moisture....

The best method involves very careful observation of the plant’s characteristics, combined with the use of one or more authoritative resource guides. Nursery Specimens When you buy a plant at the store, it usually has an identification tag on it that tells you its name, species, and growing conditions. It is good practice to keep these plant tags for reference. If you did not retain the plant tag, the garden center can still be a good resource....

But growing numbers of people no longer want to apply store-bought pesticides (which kill insects) or herbicides (which kill all plant life) to their lawns and gardens, out of growing awareness of the negative, and sometimes devastating, effects on the environment and on the health of people and animals. In response, laws and regulations are evolving to reflect public pressure and the inherent dangers of these chemicals. Progress on regulation is somewhat more advanced when it comes to insect-killing pesticides....

Add Trim Work One of the best ways to give a new house character is to add some trim work such as crown molding, wainscoting, coffered ceilings, and door casings. While some of these projects can be expensive (such as raised wood paneling), you can do it in a less expensive way with applied molding. Check out this tutorial from Scott McGillivray for some easy tips. You don’t need to go to a huge expense as long as you’re willing to put in a little time and effort....

Despite our best efforts to green our homes, single use plastic bottles are hard to avoid, especially when it comes to our bath products. While we’re avid recyclers, nothing beats the satisfaction of turning household waste into something useful. For this project, we decided to make something for our fellow plant parents out there and turned a plastic soap bottle into a chic planter. How to Make a Plastic Bottle Planter The shape and size of the bottle you choose for this project doesn’t matter too much....

Two of those unexpected styles that look amazing together are rustic and midcentury modern. It turns out that a room covered in reclaimed wood looks just right when it also has Sputnik chandeliers and a Jonathan Adler couch. Bringing these two styles together makes it unique and unlike other rooms out there. Although you can marry these styles however you like, you can use a little inspiration to get started....

Even so, they can hold some sentimental value to someone. They look cozy in a home when they’re tucked away on a shelf in the living room, on a table in an office, or even hanging from a ceiling in a child’s bedroom. If you’re looking for a well-built, solid globe with character (search for old globes with countries since renamed), check out thrift stores, garage sales, flea markets, and swap shops....