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Baking soda is a versatile cleaner for around the home - especially if you have pets. Here are hacks on how to use it ... and when it's best to avoid it.

Baking Soda Home Hacks That Pet Owners Swear By (& 2 To Avoid Trying)

Maybe you've considered DIYing some hummingbird nectar, but boiliing water sounds like a lot of trouble. Do you always have to boil the water?

Do You Have To Boil Sugar Water For DIY Hummingbird Nectar?

Dollar Tree is jammed with deals, but are you taking full advantage of the homeware aisles? TikTok reveals the top underrated steals to stop overlooking.

Underrated Dollar Tree Items You Should Stop Overlooking, According To TikTok

Dead patches of grass are signs that something is wrong. Get to the root cause for an inviting and healthy lawn. A thriving lawn is easy to spot from down the street, thanks to its uniform dark green appearance. Unfortunately, brown spots on a lawn also stick out amid all the green. There are several things that can cause dead patches of turf, such as pests, diseases, and overdoing fertilizer. However, lawns can usually recover with simple care. Use this guide to figure out the cause of brown patches on your lawn and get solutions for fixing the problem.

Brown Spots on Your Lawn? 7 Causes and How to Fix Them

Real Homes

Knowing what flowers to plant in August isn't always so clear-cut. But that's why we called in help from pro planters —here's what they said to pot.

The 7 flowers to plant in August, according to gardening gurus

There are many ingenious pool noodle hacks out there, and this one doesn't disappoint. It'll keep your doors open and prevent them from slamming shut.

This Clever Twist On A Pool Noodle Hack Is Even Better At Keeping Your Door Open

It's important to choose the right size pillows for any given space. Here is a guide of what size pillows to purchase for your living room and bedrooms.

The Right Pillow Sizes For Styling Different Areas Of Your Home

Gardening Know How

High summer is synonymous with deadheads and straggly growth, so it’s tempting to reach for the cutters. But here are the plants you should not prune in summer – and why

Don’t Trim These Plants Before Fall: 7 Plants You Should Not Prune In Summer

If you don't have any drawers to house your silverware, consider this cabinet hack that's both easy to implement and keeps your cutlery hidden from sight.

Try This Cabinet Hack For Storing Silverware If You Don't Have Drawer Space

Hostas make beautiful accents to any garden, but unfortunately deer also think they make a tasty snack. Try these tips to keep deer away from your hostas.

Tricks To Keep Deer From Nibbling On Your Hostas

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Florida’s buffet lovers are in for a shocker as the popular Royal Sushi Buffet & Hibachi in Port Richey has been temporarily shut down following a state inspection. This isn’t the first time the eatery has faced such trouble, but the recent closure has sparked quite a buzz among its loyal patrons and food enthusiasts alike.

Live roaches, flying objects in the kitchen and soiled shelves- Buffet closed again in Florida

If you want to save small flying insects like bees and wasps from drowning in your birdbath, our expert recommends a simple solution to help them climb out.

The Simple Fix To Stop Bees & Wasps From Drowning In Your Birdbath

Not only are monarch butterflies beautiful, they're also important pollinators. To lead them into your garden, try planting this purple flowering tree.

The Purple Flowering Tree That Monarch Butterflies Are Drawn To

When cleaning surfaces you use to cook and prepare food, you shouldn't use harmful chemicals. Consider these natural options to clean your Blackstone griddle.

The Natural Ingredients You Can Use To Keep Your Blackstone Griddle Clean

If your home has a humidity problem, discover an inexpensive and well-loved Dollar Tree product that could help you get rid of the moisture in the air.

The Cheap Dollar Tree Item The Internet Loves For Getting Rid Of Moisture

Real Simple

Ground wasps got you stressed? Try these expert-backed methods.

4 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Ground Wasps

There is no plant in the landscape as stunning as hydrangeas. There, I said it, and I stand by it. They're a truly show-stopping (yet surprisingly low-maintenance) option for so many different environments, from coastal to mountainous. And thanks to my love of hydrangeas, the following news was some of...

A New Hydrangea Is Coming in 2025—and It Has More Flowers Than You've Ever Seen

If you own a soapstone kitchen countertop, you might notice that it's getting darker and darker - but that's actually a sign that you're caring for it properly.

Why Your Soapstone Countertops Are Turning Darker Every Year

Before you invest in a barndominium kit, learn from an expert what it takes to assemble one and how to weigh the pros and cons of a pre-fab barndo.

Pros And Cons Of Barndominium Kits Before You Buy

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Former child star Bobby Buntrock's life ended in tragedy. Best known as Harold “Sport” Baxter on the popular 1960s TV sitcom Hazel, Butrock died at only 21 years old in a car accident in 1974.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Bobby Buntrock, and How TV's 'Hazel' Shirley Booth Protected him

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How To Start A Stihl Weed Eater (& Common Mistakes To Avoid Making)

If you own a Stihl weed eater and can't seem...

How To Start A Stihl Weed Eater (& Common Mistakes To Avoid Making)

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