There are as many uses for basil as there are types. You can put basil in bouquets, teas, soups, and almost any fish dish. It also dries and freezes well, so you can have the herb to use all winter long. For instance, classic basil pesto freezes well in small jars or ice cube trays. Basil plants do not last very long indoors or outdoors since they are annuals, so don’t worry if your plant dies within months....
Proportions, materials, colors, and the illusions certain items emanate are all useful features to consider when shopping around. An acrylic side table, for example, blends into a room and tricks the eye into thinking there’s more space. A great couch on the other hand can properly fill the length of a living room wall and prevent any overcrowding that can happen when a room is stuffed with too many items....
This new generation of low-maintenance rose varieties is turning the rose’s difficult stereotype on its head. Developers acknowledged the complaints from the public and set about building a better rose. The result has been the emergence of a number of different types of easy-to-grow roses. The charge has been led by the Knock Out brand, which is now the most popular rose bush in North America. Most rose bushes grow best in full sun, in well-drained soil, and when you help out Mother Nature by supplying water during dry periods (but water at ground level so as to avoid getting water on the leaves)....
Here are 7 easy and natural methods for getting rid of ants in your home or yard. What Is the Fastest Way to Get Rid of Ants? It’s understandable that you’d want to get rid of ants fast, and the internet is in no short supply of all-natural ant control methods. The problem? These solutions aren’t backed by results. With natural pest control, speed shouldn’t be the primary goal; efficacy should be....
You might think this is a sign of a faulty air conditioner that needs to be replaced, but that’s only rarely true. While it is possible such an air conditioner needs repair, it’s equally likely that some simple maintenance will correct the issue. It’s even possible you simply need to adjust the controls on the appliance. How an Air Conditioner Works To understand why a window air conditioner might freeze up, it helps to understand the physics by which it cools the air....
First, take a close look at the tomato plants: How many leaves are curling, just a few or all the leaves on the plant?Are the curling leaves mainly old leaves, new growth, or both?In what direction do the leaves curl, upwards or downwards?Are other parts of the plant, including fruit, showing any symptoms? Observe the plants over a span of a few days to see if there is any progression....
Antonio also happens to be a gift-wrapping pro who knows how frustrating it can be to try and package a present and have it turn out less than ideal. Here are some common problems she sees people making and her advice on how to solve them. More Isn’t Better Often, people will rip a huge piece of wrapping paper off the roll, wanting to be sure they have enough to wrap around the entire box containing the gift....
Overview Color Family: Varies; includes neutrals, pastels, and moody huesComplementary Colors: Varies, but pay attention to the undertone of each shade to see what complements itPairs Well With: VariesMood: Energizing, calming, cleanWhere to Use: Laundry room walls and cabinetry Here are eight of the best laundry room paint colors to make your space shine. Determine how much paint you need with The Spruce’s Paint Calculator.
How Forced-Air Furnaces Work A forced-air gas furnace, whether conventional or high-efficiency, is an appliance that does the following: Takes in cold airCleans it with an air filterHeats it up with a gas burner using a steel heat exchangerDistributes the warm air with a blower motor through your home’s ductwork The heated air then cools down throughout your home and returns to the furnace through return air grills and ductwork. The cold returning air enters back through the air filter into the furnace to complete another heating loop....
But as you age, so should your space. We’re not saying you have to dump all of your decor tomorrow, but when you soar from your twenties into your thirties, there are certain items that shouldn’t come along for the ride. Luckily, there are plenty of small changes that will make your home a little more mature without spending a lot of money. Here are eight pieces you shouldn’t take with you into your thirties:...
If your room receives little natural light, you can fool the eye into seeing the space as airier and lighter with a soft, shimmering gray. If you crave a sophisticated, elegant style, look to the darker, cool tones. For any mood you want to set in your bedroom, gray can play well with other colors and create a deep, personality-filled space. Color Family: Gray; shades can be warm or coolComplementary Colors: Works with most colors because it’s a neutralPairs Well With: Many colors including pink, red, green, blue, and whiteMood: CalmingWhere to Use: Bedrooms...
Though purchasing the real thing can be expensive, you can easily copy this look for a price that won’t leave your wallet empty. Focusing on a few Mid-century elements in your room can transform a space without going overboard. If you have a green thumb (or, you simply pick houseplants you can’t kill), why not show them off with an eye-catching pedestal? This affordable DIY from Sugar and Cloth doesn’t take any special tools and can even be completed before the rest of the family wakes up in the morning....
Uses Hopbush produces highly durable and tough wood, making it useful for many applications. Everything from walking staves to weapons to building materials can be made from hopbush wood. The wood of the hopbush used in many locations for firewood. Hopbush fruit has been used widely as a substitute for hops in the production of beer. The leaves may be used for their scent, and in some regions of the world are used as incense for funerals....
These all have varying degrees of winter hardiness, so it’s crucial to know their growing zone limits and their potential vulnerability in winter weather. Paniculata and smoothleaf hydrangeas are generally very cold hardy, as are oakleaf hydrangeas and climbing hydrangeas, so these varieties don’t usually need additional winter protection. Macrophylla hydrangeas, however, are a different story. An occasional problem with macrophylla hydrangeas is their failure to flower in summer. There’s a common misconception that this problem can be addressed by simply using fertilizer....
Definition of a Furniture Apron An apron, as it applies to furniture, is a wooden panel that connects the surface and legs of a table, desk, or sideboard that sits on legs. Some wooden side chairs could have aprons, although most chair legs are attached to the seat. An apron is placed at right angles to the underside of the top of a table, sideboard, desk, or seat of a chair and extends between the tops of the legs....
If you have sensitive skin, it can be tough to find a laundry detergent that is safe for you and cleans well. All Free Clear is a liquid detergent that is free of harsh chemicals, fragrances, and dyes. However, since it’s made from such a basic, stripped-down formula, it lacks the performance most consumers crave with their detergents. Read on to learn more about the cleaning performance, how this liquid detergent affects clothing texture, price, and more....
Annuals and Perennials Grown As Annuals: Overview The entire mission of an annual plant is to produce seed to ensure the propagation of future generations. It sets pretty flowers to attract insects so that it can be pollinated. That is why deadheading or removing spent flowers before the seed matures induces the plant to set even more buds and flowers, in the hopes of generating more potential seed that will survive....
Traditionally angelica has been an herb used to flavor several alcohols especially absinthe, Chartreuse, gin, vermouth, and various herbal bitters. The plant is also often used to flavor egg and fish dishes, or can be candied and eaten by itself. If you are not a chef and are just looking for a sweet-smelling plant that adds some height to your garden design, this may be the plant for you. Or, if you have an area in your yard that gets a bit too much moisture, angelica could be a great fit....
