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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

Whether you have kids or plan to have them, finding the perfect dog to complete your family can be difficult. Some dogs thrive in family environments, while others struggle to fit in. Every pup has its own personality, but certain breeds are tougher for family life due to their temperament, high energy levels, or specific needs. Before you bring a new furry friend into your home, it’s important to research which breeds might not be the best fit for a household with children. On the flip side, you should also teach your kids to respect a dog’s personal space, since any dog can snap if not treated with kindness.

6 Worst Dogs For Families, Ranked By Experts

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If you want to attract hummingbirds to your yard, plant these perennials. Learn which perennial flowers attract hummingbirds and where to plant them.

11 Perennial Plants That Will Fill Your Yard With Hummingbirds

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Advice on cutting back and deadheading over this summer month if you want to keep your garden looking its best, and set to thrive in the months to come

5 Things You Should Prune Back in Your Yard in July — What to Trim for Healthy Summer Plants

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How can Astrology tell you about your worst friends? Astrology is the concept of using the placement of the planets and their related astrological signs, or the Signs of the Zodiac, to determine the course of a life. These placements based on your birth date, time, and location can give you a wealth of information about your personality traits and character and predict events throughout your life based on your sign and current placements. Of course, this is a quick overview, and doing actual natal charts and horoscopes is much more complicated. But now you have a basic idea of what astrology is.

5 Zodiac Signs That Could Be Your Worst Friend

What makes a Zodiac Sign low maintenance? Independence can make someone low maintenance. Someone who is reliable, dependable, and punctual, can make someone low maintenance. Someone who tends to want to do things on their own can be low maintenance. Low-maintenance people tend to be those people who do on their own but are not necessarily alone. They rarely need or ask for help. They are self-motivated, often energetic, and can be considered leaders is many cases. Now me, some say I am low maintenance and others say I’m high maintenance. Maybe I’m both. Let's see what zodiac signs are considered low-maintenance.

5 Zodiac Signs That Are Low Maintenance

As summer progresses, many gardeners might think it’s too late to add more color to their gardens. However, July is a perfect time to plant a variety of flowers that will bloom beautifully in the fall. These late-season bloomers can refresh your garden with vibrant colors and extend the flowering season. As a passionate gardener, I’m excited to share some fantastic flowers you can plant in July to ensure a stunning display come autumn.

12 Flowers You Can Plant In July For Fall Blooms

A gardener's wild milkweed patch is creating a buzz on Reddit, showcasing the beauty and benefits of native plant gardening. The post, shared in the r/NativePlantGardening community, features photos of a small garden bursting with tall, flowering plants, primarily milkweed. The Redditor shared their thriving garden with the caption: "The...

Gardener shares stunning result photos after growing native flower patch in front yard: 'So pretty'

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

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Lisianthus blooms are just as impressive in a vase as they are in the garden border

This native flower is a favorite of florists and for good reason –  learn how to grow lisianthus and enjoy spectacular summertime blooms

NEW YORK — The average child spends about 10 hours playing with their parents, other children, or on their own on any given day, according to new research. But much of their free time is also spent in front of a screen, be it a tablet, phone, or television.

Average child under 6 spends 2 hours daily in front of screens

Gardening Know How

If you have dark gloomy corners in your garden or yard, plant some native shade plants to brighten and liven up the space.

8 Native Shade Plants To Brighten Up Your Garden

July brings blooming color and bountiful garden harvests. Before the dog days of summer set in, we can infill our gardens with durable perennials. There may be gaps in the display, declining plants that need replacing, or enough room to add a few more to the collection. For July additions,...

21 Beautiful Perennials to Plant in July

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Hibiscus plants boast some of the largest and most colorful blooms among their perennial peers. The ultimate goal is flowers when you grow and care for one of these shrubs. We want as many as possible, for as long as possible. So when they fall off sooner than we expected, the disappointment is real.

Why is My Hibiscus Dropping Flowers?

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(MA) Meet Yoda, a tiny 9-pound senior Shih Tzu who is ready to steal your heart. This little pup is an older boy who has lived his life loved by a caring owner. Sadly, his owner recently passed away, and their family was not able to take care of Yoda. Luckily, Great Dog Rescue New England was able to take him in and place him safely with a foster. He still has a lot of life left in him, and he hopes to spend the majority of it snoozing in YOUR bed.

This Tiny Shih Tzu Who Lost His Owner Is Now Looking For New Family

NEW YORK — Americans are consuming over 50% more internationally produced TV shows and books than they were five years ago, according to a recent study. The survey of 2,000 Americans who read regularly found that not only have international TV shows and books become increasingly popular recently, Americans are often unaware they’re even consuming and enjoying foreign content. Conducted by Talker Research and commissioned by ThriftBooks, the poll revealed that 48% of TV shows and 46% of the books respondents consume are internationally sourced.

Most people don’t realize how many popular shows, books aren’t actually American

If you planted fruit trees dreaming of harvesting juicy pears, pie-ready apples, and sweet summer peaches fresh from your own backyard, then trees that grow and bloom without producing bountiful fruit are a maddening puzzle. However, most of the reasons fruit trees don't produce fruit are easy to anticipate—and simple...

Why Your Fruit Trees Aren't Bearing Fruit—and How to Fix It

Although not a traditional time for planting, these are the fruits that can still be sown this month

5 Fruits You Can Actually Plant in July in Your Yard — Ideas to Grow Now for New Season Crops

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Monarch butterflies need help, and a little bit of milkweed goes a long way

Monarch butterflies, with their striking orange and black wings, are some of the most recognizable butterflies in North America. But they’re in trouble. Monarch caterpillars can...

Monarch butterflies need help, and a little bit of milkweed goes a long way

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