Bright red toadstools, funky jelly fungus, and rounded puffball mushrooms in lawn grass may look alarming. However, lawn mushrooms can be a sign that you have healthy soil. Mushrooms can help lawns grow better by breaking down organic matter and making soil nutrients more available to plant roots. Before we...

Are There Mushrooms in Your Lawn? They're Actually a Good Sign, a Gardening Pro Says

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Wondering what plants to prune in August? We asked a gardening expert for their top tips plus info on what pieces of greenery to avoid pruning this month

The 7 plants to prune in August — and the 2 pieces of greenery you shouldn't touch

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Plants can keep your house cool because they lose water during transpiration, which cools the air around the plants, leaving it purified and fresh.

These six plants could keep your home naturally cool

Want to know the plants you should never deadhead? We've asked gardening experts which ones you should avoid snipping and why this is

The 7 plants that you should never deadhead — gardening pros say to leave these alone

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10 Plants That Can Handle Overwatering

It seems to happen overnight. One day, my kitchen is just fine and the next, it’s buzzing with a gross infestation of fruit flies. I always eye the bananas on the counter and figure they are to blame. “No one likes finding a bunch of fruit flies hanging out...

The Only Way To Get Rid of Fruit Flies, According to a Pest Control Expert

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Small merchants in China have been holding rallies this month to protest Temu's fines and refund policies, multiple outlets reported.

Dozens of angry Chinese suppliers swarmed Temu's office, saying they're tired of giving Westerners refunds without returns

So, you're stuck at home without a key recipe ingredient. Why not save the gas money and try whipping up a container of heavy cream yourself?

How to make heavy cream at home with only two ingredients

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Bloating and a protruding stomach can be uncomfortable and frustrating, often caused by factors like poor digestion, excess gas, or water retention. Achieving a flatter stomach involves addressing these issues through diet and lifestyle choices. Surp...

These Are The Best Beverages To Drink Before Bed To Beat Bloating & Wake Up With A Flatter Stomach, Experts Say: Warm Water With Lemon & More

Everyone knows that the South is notorious for scorching summers. You're tempted to lower your thermostat for a chilly home, but as a result, you're met with energy bills that are just as high (if not higher) than the temperatures outside. So, what do you do?. Before you find your...

What Temperature Should You Set Your Air Conditioner To In Summer? An HVAC Expert Explains

A couple of months ago, I was heading home from dropping my daughter off at school and heard two people on the radio in the middle of a passionate conversation about a surprising topic: fruit flies. I was instantly intrigued. The discussion was all about something all too familiar to many people, especially me: the constant battle against fruit flies.

You Need To Wash Your Bananas As Soon You Get Home–Here's Why

A woman who died in a house fire, which also killed a young girl and left another critically injured, has been named locally as Danielle Parkinson. The 31-year-old was taken to hospital after firefighters pulled her and the two children from the burning property in Huddersfield on Wednesday, but died a short time later.

Woman who died in house fire named locally

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Horoscope for Friday, August 9th

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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

Gardening often involves a constant battle against weeds. Many gardeners instinctively pull out any plant they didn’t intentionally sow, striving to keep their gardens neat and tidy. However, not all weeds are bad. In fact, some can offer surprising benefits to your garden. One such beneficial weed is purslane (Portulaca oleracea). Instead of pulling it out, you might want to consider allowing this resilient plant to thrive.

Don’t Pull It! This Common Weed Can Actually Benefit Your Garden

Hydrangeas are among the most beloved flowering shrubs, and it's no mystery why. Their colorful blooms combine elegance with pom-pom fun and provide gorgeous interest in a garden throughout the year. Hydrangeas have a special trick—their flowers look great long after they've bloomed, adding a nice performative angle to their loveliness. Ahead, we spoke to a horticulturist about how long hydrangeas will continue to bloom and/or look beautiful and how to get the most from these pretty plants.

How Long Your Hydrangeas Will Bloom—and How to Extend the Timeline

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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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The pop superstar offered further insight into one of her 'TTPD' tracks.

Taylor Swift Fans Say Their 'Heart Is Hurting' After Hearing Newly Released Voice Memo

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Hummingbirds are some of the most majestic creatures on this planet. These tiny birds fly around, fluttering their wings at a rapid pace. They eat the nectar from various flowers throughout their journey. Hummingbird season in North America comes at different times of the year, so depending on where you live you might see them […]

3 Reasons You Shouldn’t Feed the Hummingbirds in Your Yard

In general, flowers are probably less important than form. Some have a fleeting season, perhaps blooming just once before doing nothing for the remaining eleven months of the year (I’m looking at you Iris germanica). Others have an important support act, providing an abundance of flowers or beautiful foliage for the majority of the year.

A Garden From Scratch: The No-Work Plants I Swear By

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9 Plants That Naturally Repel Ticks From Your Yard—and Look Great, Too

No one wants ticks in their yard. But when it comes to fending them off, plants are a great alternative to insecticides or harsh chemicals. Besides,...

9 Plants That Naturally Repel Ticks From Your Yard—and Look Great, Too

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