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Their sweetness and fresh scent can be quite irresistible, so if you want to add lavender plants into your landscape, here's how you can do it through container gardening

Planting Lavender in Containers — The Gardening Tricks to Grow This Fragrant Herb in Pots Much Better

Whether you're working with limited space, have poor soil quality, or simply want to dress up your patio or front porch, container gardens are a great way to elevate your landscape and work around common gardening woes. While many plants can be grown in pots and containers, there are certain species that are best suited to this type of growing environment. From full shade perennials to long lasting annuals, we're highlighting the best patio plants that can thrive in pots and containers.

10 Patio Plants That Thrive in Pots and Containers

Do you have an area in your garden where the sun just refuses to shine? Rather than leaving it bare, fill this negative space with plants that thrive in partial to full shade. To help you do so quickly, we asked experts to share fast-growing shade plants that can survive—and flourish—in gardens with little to no sun. From eye-catching foliage plants to colorful blooming varieties, these fast growers will give your shade garden a beautiful boost in no time.

13 Fast-Growing Shade Plants That Thrive With Little to No Sun

Houseplants are good for the air, good for the soul and good for cooking if you choose to grow fragrant herbs and leafy greens. Caring for them is another story, and many of us have killed a fern or ficus just as quickly as we brought it into the fold. Fear not, some houseplants are easy to keep alive and others are darn near impossible to kill. If your future green thumb is still a little shaky or your schedule means you're not always around for watering, you'll want to stack your windowsills with hard-to-kill houseplants.

Hardy Houseplants: These 9 Indoor Plants Are Impossible to Kill

Every item on this page was chosen by a The Pioneer Woman editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. The best gardeners know that the secret to successful crops often involves more than just planting seeds and watering. Companion planting, the strategic placement of certain plants together for mutual benefit, is a time-honored technique that can take all of your crops—including your cucumber harvest—to new heights.

15 Best Cucumber Companion Plants to Grow in Your Vegetable Garden

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If Donald Trump is re-elected as President of the United States, Melania Trump's role as the First Lady might not follow traditional expectations. According to Page Six, a source close to the Trump family said that Melania has made an agreement with her husband that she will not engage in full-time first lady duties if he wins another term in the White House. Instead, Melania reportedly plans to prioritize her role as a mother to her son, Barron Trump.The speculation arises as it is anticipated that Barron might attend New York University in the upcoming fall semester. “Barron has never...

Melania Trump Cuts Deal With Husband Donald to Not Be a '24/7' First Lady If He Wins Presidency: Report

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

FBI warns that Mexican cartels are targeting Americans with timeshare scams

Stainless-steel refrigerators, dishwashers, cookware, sinks, and countertops are trendy in today's kitchens. Stainless steel is an alloy, a mixture of specific metals, primarily iron, chromium, nickel, and other elements. Chromium makes stainless steel non-corrosive and rust-resistant. It's also heat- and bacteria-resistant, recyclable, and easy to clean. However, despite its strength...

How to Remove Scratches from Stainless Steel

Perennial flowers are a fantastic addition to any garden! They come back year after year, providing consistent beauty and structure to your garden beds. One of the best things about perennials is that many of them have long bloom periods, offering vibrant colors from spring through fall. These long-blooming perennials can create a continuously beautiful garden without the need for replanting each season.

17 Perennial Flowers That Bloom From Spring To Fall

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A 49-year-old woman from Douglas was recently arrested for allegedly submitting a life insurance policy for her ex-husband without his knowledge. According to a Coffee County Sheriff’s Office incident report, detectives met with a man on May 7 at the Coffee County Law Enforcement Center concerning a reported case of insurance fraud.

Georgia woman charged for allegedly filing life insurance policy application on ex-husband

The More You Cut These Flowers, the More They Bloom! Check out our guide to flowers that flourish from deadheading. In order to gain something, you have to lose something. This is especially true with certain varieties of annuals and perennials that bloom better after their flowers are removed. In this deadheading flowers list, we present a selection of such plants that flower profusely the more you cut them! So get your shears ready, and let’s deadhead!

The More You Cut these 9 Flowers the More They Bloom

Growing plants in water, also known as hydroponic gardening, is an exciting and space-saving way to bring greenery into your home. This method can be incredibly rewarding and surprisingly easy. Some plants thrive in water for years, requiring minimal maintenance while adding beauty and freshness to your living space. In...

10 Plants You Can Grow In Just Water For Years

Deadheading is one of the simplest and most rewarding gardening practices. By removing spent flowers, you can encourage plants to produce more blooms, prolong the flowering season, and keep your garden looking tidy. It’s such a satisfying task to see new buds forming where old flowers once were! If you’ve ever wondered which flowers benefit the most from deadheading, you’re in the right place.

15 Flowers That You Need To Deadhead For Better Blooms

Newark, NJ

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NEWARK, N.J. – Eight individuals associated with the "793 Bloods" street gang, a subset of the national Bloods gang, have been charged for their roles in a Newark-based drug trafficking organization, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.

Eight '793 Bloods' Gang Members Charged in Newark Drug Network

In many homes, especially older homes, the second floor feels noticeably warmer than the ground floor. When the second floor is too warm, living conditions can become uncomfortable. Air conditioning and ceiling fans relieve some of the worst heat. however, they also contribute to electricity and energy bills. Employing simple tricks can improve air circulation and address temperature imbalances inside your home.

Second Floor Always Hot? 6 Ways to Improve Air Circulation at Home

Finding the right plants for sunny, hot spots in your garden can be a challenge, but it’s also an opportunity to grow some truly spectacular species that thrive in these conditions. Heat-loving plants often bring vibrant colors, unique textures, and impressive resilience to the garden. Whether you’re dealing with a sun-drenched patio, a south-facing border, or a scorched lawn, there are plenty of plants that will not only survive but also flourish in the heat.

20 Plants & Flowers That Love Full Sun And Heat

Overwatering is one of the most common mistakes gardeners make, often leading to root rot and other issues that can harm or even kill plants. Fortunately, many beautiful and hardy plants actually thrive in dry soil, requiring minimal watering once established. These drought-tolerant plants are perfect for gardeners looking to save water and reduce maintenance.

Stop Overwatering! 12 Plants That Prefer Dry Soil

Borax has been used to clean households for centuries. The powdery substance (which consists of the element boron, hence the name) dates as far back as the ancient Egyptians. In more modern times, it’s best known as a laundry booster—but it can be utilized for so much more!

What Is Borax? Plus 15 Ways to Clean with It

New York City, NY

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New York – As Trump anticipates his sentencing on July 11th in the New York hush money case, Florida Judge Aileen Cannon made a ruling this Monday. Despite rejecting Trump’s legal team's request to dismiss several charges in the classified documents case, she conceded on a minor point. She removed a portion of the charges that referenced an uncharged allegation, but upheld the other charges.

Legal expert says Trump should not be jailed after New York guilty verdict because he is ‘too old’

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There are certain zodiac signs that most people are careful with because of their fiery and low tolerance levels. You can hardly mess with individuals with such signs without getting a backlash. Whether they are in work environments or family settings, they do not hesitate to set boundaries and protect them.

5 Zodiac Signs You Don't Mess With

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How to Plant and Grow Coleus Plants for Their Gorgeous Leaves

Few foliage plants can show off like coleus, which offers intricate and stunning color patterns on its shapely leaves. While coleus are often grown in containers,...

How to Plant and Grow Coleus Plants for Their Gorgeous Leaves

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