According to renowned British garden designer David Domoney, a shrub is defined as a woody plant that is smaller than a tree and generally has a rounded shape. The main difference between the two is that a shrub has several main stems growing from ground level, rather than one trunk. But it’s not as clear cut as that: sometimes trees are grown as shrubs; hemlock, hornbeam, and hawthorn trees are often grown as shrubs in urban environments....
Long before this style made its way to North America, however, it was commonly found across the area now known as Tuscany, a region of Italy well-known for its agricultural contributions and beautiful, romantic landscapes. Although Tuscan-style architecture has experienced some slight changes and updates over time, today’s Tuscan homes have retained many the classic architectural techniques and decorating styles. The History of Tuscan Architecture Long before Tuscany became world renowned for its olives, wine, and other agricultural products, it was home of the Etruscan people, a hardworking, agricultural community....
Which type should you choose, and how do they compare? We give you the pros and cons of powder, liquid, sheets or laundry pods to help you make the choice that suits your needs. Liquid, Pods, Sheets, or Powder? Liquids, pods, sheets, and powders can all be used in any wash water temperature and almost all brands are now formulated to use in high-efficiency front load or top load washers; just look for the “HE” (high-efficiency) symbol to be sure....
There are several places you can begin looking for solutions to this strange behavior. Check With Your Neighbors In rare instances, a nearby neighbor may have a garage door opener set to the same wireless code as your opener. This is rare, but it does occasionally happen. It is quite easy to check—just have your neighbor activate his or her garage door and see if your door begins to move....
With a large capacity of 4.2 cu. ft., it’s a family washer with some practical features, an advanced cleaning technology to better clean your laundry and a good array of cycles. We do love the price too, so this model offers good value and performance for the price. Why pay more when you can get all the washer cycles you need. With the Adaptive Wash Technology, this washing machine combines helpful sensors that can read your load and adjust the operation for best fabric care....
Is It Food or Something Else? Food smells can be rotten and mask the scent of more serious problems. Grease and oil can coat the inside of your pipes, trapping food particles that should be flushed out. Try these methods to clean out the drain and disposal. Hot Water and Dish Soap Plug the sink with a stopper and fill it at least halfway with hot water. Squirt some dish soap in and pull the plug....
As you go to clean your unit, your first instinct may be to reach for your household vacuum or shop/garage unit, but as it turns out, that decision could cost you. For many reasons, an ash vacuum is the only type of vacuum that should be used to clean your fire remnants. Here’s why you should use a fireplace vacuum to clean your unit safely and effectively. As a rule of thumb, your ash should be completely cool before vacuuming....
The opposite of “woody plants” is “herbaceous” plants. The latter die back to the ground in cold climates during the winter. Their brown or tan stalks may remain standing, but they are lifeless. However, if they are perennial, their underground plant parts will live on, promising the plants’ return, come spring. Even though the trunks and branches of deciduous trees are very much alive during the winter, this does not always appear to be the case....
While more of our suggestions fall into the white or beige family, there are a few bolder choices that work just as beautifully with wood trim. Overview Color Family: Mostly neutrals include grays, beiges, and greiges, plus whites, greens, and bluesComplementary Colors: VariesPairs Well With: Wall colors pair well with medium to dark wood trimMood: Cozy to sophisticated and vintageWhere to Use: Walls, built-ins, doors Here are the 10 best paint colors that go well with natural wood trim....
Color Family: Varies; neutrals, earth tones, and moreComplementary Colors: Varies; neutrals and earthy tones naturally go well togetherPairs Well With: Flat roofs, clay tile roofing material, all types of shingles, and metal roofing materialsMood: Depends on the color, but most are breezy and tropicalWhere to Use: Mainly used for exteriors, it can be used indoors to give walls texture Here are 10 of the most stunning stucco paint colors for home exteriors....
Janea’s videos range from showcasing her beautifully airy, modern Boho home in Los Angeles to personal vlogs about her healing journey. You should absolutely subscribe and watch all her videos, but if you want to start with home content, she has a whole playlist to make it easy for you. She has tons of amazing videos but her most unique series has to be the Studio Fix. In this series, Alexandra gives studio apartments a total revamp, making the most of the small square footage, keeping it trendy and functional....
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The problem is, with the great number of selections available, beginners often need help choosing from among all of the different shrub varieties. For starters, you can narrow your options by focusing on easy-to-grow shrubs that can reliably thrive in your climate. All of the plants listed here are cold-hardy to at least USDA zone 5. USDA Growing Zones: 4 to 8Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shadeSoil Needs: Rich, well-drained soil...
It’s a showy tile for any kitchen emulating French or Italian styles. You may want to avoid high-gloss finishes, as they easily scratch. American Olean recommends “double glazed like [our] Crystaltex or glazes fired at higher temperatures, such as glazes on vitreous and porcelain bodies.” Natural stone, these 12-inch square tiles from American Olean evoke an Old World look. This treatment is bordered by a simple but effective matching edge treatment....
In addition to these perennials, also consider annuals and some great biennials, such as foxglove (digitalis) for the shade garden. USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 9Color Varieties: White, cream, purple, red, yellow, lavender, and pinkSun Exposure: Part to full shade; tolerates sun in winter monthsSoil Needs: Rich, moist, well-draining Dutchman’s breeches (Dicentra cucullaria) Fringed bleeding hearts (Dicentra eximia) If you are seeking attractive foliage to go along with the interesting blooms, fringed bleeding hearts are a great choice....
Most commercially-available hydrangea cultivars are derived from a relatively few species of the hydrangea genus: H. arborescens (smooth hydrangea), H. macrophylla (bigleaf hydrangea), H. paniculata (panicle hydrangea), H. anomala (climbing hydrangea), H. quercifolia (oakleaf hydrangea), and H. serrata (mountain hydrangea). These 14 hydrangeas can be a perfect fit for your landscape. Native Area: H. arborescens is native to the eastern United StatesUSDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 9Height: 4 to 5 feetSun Exposure: Full sun to part shade...
Bio-glass countertops are another eco-friendly kitchen material worth exploring. Each upcycled glass slab typically consists of up to 100 percent recycled glass from beer, wine, and sparkling water bottles sourced from recycling centers. Bio-glass countertops are usually available in cools shades of blue or green and more often than not, do not include colorants or additives. While bio-glass stands up to heat and resists stains, it dings and chips more easily than countertops made of glass and cement....
