House Digest

If your goal this summer is to attract as many hummingbirds and butterflies to your outdoor space, here's a list of plants you'll want to add.

18 Plants That Will Attract Both Hummingbirds & Butterflies To Your Yard

Blanco, TX

Community Voices represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program but not yet verified their accounts. Community Voices are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

community_voice

Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

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

If you live in a warm climate or are looking for an interesting container plant that's pretty while also providing a fresh, lemony scent, check out this tree.

Grow This Fresh-Smelling Tree To Add A Hint Of Lemony Fragrance To Your Yard

This pine tree can grow quickly and is a popular choice for many homeowners. However, there are a few messy issues you should know about before planting.

This Fast-Growing Pine Tree Has Some Messy Downsides To Consider Before Planting

Petunias are arguably the most popular annual. They dazzle in just about every color and variegation imaginable with long-lasting blooms. There are hundreds of cultivars in classic shades of whites, yellows, pinks, and purples. Some of the more unusual shades and variegations include black flowers, flowers resembling a night sky or peppermints, and double blooms. Have you ever wondered how to grow massive, magazine-worthy petunias?

5 Secrets for Growing Massive Petunias

When it comes to your patio, there are a few issues that may pop up that indicate you need to have some repair work done for safety as well as aesthetics.

The Early Warning Signs That Your Patio Desperately Needs An Update

Pruning is a crucial part of maintaining a healthy garden - especially if it includes basil. To ensure the greatest success, avoid making these common mistakes.

Crucial Mistakes Everyone Makes When Pruning Basil

It can be difficult to determine which hostas are the best choices to plant in your shady garden. Our hosta expert shares his favorite variegated varieties.

Our Hosta Expert Tells Us Which Variegated Varieties Will Light Up Your Shady Garden

Aphids are an unwanted plant pest known to most gardeners, but getting rid of these pesky insects is probably easier than you realize. Here's how.

The Lazy Gardeners' Trick For Dealing With Aphids In The Garden

Creating a garden that attracts hummingbirds can be incredibly rewarding. These tiny, iridescent birds are not only a joy to watch but also play a vital role in pollination. As a gardener, selecting the right shrubs can provide a continuous source of nectar for hummingbirds, ensuring they frequent your garden throughout the blooming season.

10 Shrubs That Provide Nectar for Hummingbirds

There's a fast-growing grass clone that might be hard to spot in your lawn. However, this weed can take over your yard if you're not careful.

The Weedy Grass Look-Alike You Don't Want To Find Growing In Your Lawn

Scientists have developed many ways to eliminate cockroaches, And still, the best option is to let nature solve it for you: attract these birds to your yard.

Inviting These 12 Birds To Your Yard Might End Your Cockroach Problem

If you suspect you have a chinch bug infestation in your yard, try out this coffee can trick to be sure. Also learn about some of the caveats to this hack.

Use A Coffee Can Trick To Test Your Lawn For Chinch Bug Infestation

Are your pepper plants sad and droopy? These are the most common reasons why your garden's peppers are wilting (and how to fix the problem).

Common Reasons Your Pepper Plant Is Wilting & What You Can Do About It

Don't toss those old milk jugs out just yet. Instead, grab a few kitchen tools and turn them into easy-to-use watering cans for your houseplants.

Don't Toss Old Milk Jugs When You Could Reuse Them For Houseplants Like This

You likely clean your coffee maker pot and filter regularly, but when was the last time you cleaned the burner it sits on? Here's the best way to get it clean.

The Best Method For Cleaning Your Burnt Coffee Pot Burner

If you've invested in a high-quality Tempur-Pedic pillow, here's what you need to know about keeping it clean and pristine without causing any damage.

The Best Method For Washing Your Tempur-Pedic Pillow (& A Common Mistake To Avoid)

It's time to break out your patio umbrella and enjoy a bit of shade outdoors. But, how can you keep your umbrella safely weighed down? Read more here.

What You Should Be Using To Safely Weigh Down A Patio Umbrella Stand

Fall is coming, friends and the Tree Hut Fall 2024 Collection looks pretty fun! We’re getting two new scents from Tree Hut for Fall (more are sure to come) which are called Cherry Rave and Pumpkin Pop! Pumpkin Pop is a mix of Pumpkin Cider, Apple, and Sandalwood. But you know which I’m most excited about dontcha ya? Cherry Rave! There are NOT nearly enough cherry scented product around we need more and Tree Hut has us covered. I dunno if cherry is really a Fall scent for me but hell, I’ll take it. Tree Hut Cherry Rave has notes of raspberry, rhubarb, and amber…? Hmmm say what now? Where’s the cherry? But in Tree Hut I trust so, let’s see how they end up smelling! One of my favs from Tree Hut is Pumpkin Spice Latte Body Wash! Totally smells exactly as you’d think with notes of creamy coffee and swirls of spicy pumpkin!

The Tiny Garden Feature That Has A Big Butterfly Payoff

Comments / 0