Utah State

Columbus, OH

Lusting for the brightest Christmas Cactus blooms this holiday season? Do These Things in August for More Flowers!. It’s August already, and the holiday season is just around the corner! If you want your Christmas cactus to bloom extra pretty during the festive season, now’s the time to act. As summer peaks, this is the prime time to coax your cactus into producing more flowers. Here’s what you do!

4 Things To Do With Christmas Cactus in August For More Flowers

Real Simple

Keep your garden blooming as the weather starts to cool down.

5 Fall-Flowering Perennials to Add to Your Garden

We often talk about the fact that no two years are ever the same. This summer on our farm was no exception. The growing season started with average temperatures and some rain, but as the second half of June came, so did the heat. Sheilah and I asked each other many times, "Was it this hot when we were kids?" It seemed like we didn’t remember the answer to that question.

Our roller-coaster growing season

When it comes to fall, decorating your front door is one of the best ways to embrace the season. Whether it’s adding a new wreath, pumpkins, or garlands, there are plenty of ways to adorn your space. If you’ve been looking for a few ideas for your home, we’ve gathered a bunch of items on Amazon that can make any front door welcoming for you and your guests. Plus, they’re all under $25.

15 Amazon Fall Door Decorations Under $25 You Need to Start Autumn Off Right

Tatertots & Jello is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. I partnered with Hobby Lobby to share this fall porch. All ideas are my own. #ad.

Candy Corn-Colored Fall Porch with Stacked Pumpkins

Writers represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program and self-verified their accounts. Writers are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

writer

Emily Standley Allard

In the mystical realm where astrology intersects with spiritual beliefs, certain zodiac signs are thought to possess inherent qualities that offer protection against malevolent entities and negative energies. This intriguing concept has roots in ancient astrology and cultural traditions worldwide, where the alignment of the stars at one's birth is believed to influence not only personality traits but also spiritual protection. This post delves into the 5 celestial shields of the zodiac, highlighting signs that are particularly noted for their protective aura against evil spirits.

5 Zodiac Signs That Possess a Protective Aura Against Evil Spirits

Upworthy

Move over PSLs. The new mark of fall is Jennifer Garner sharing “nerdy farm facts” from her very own pumpkin patch. In an adorable video posted to her Instagram, the “13 Going on 30” actress sported dungarees and a sun hat while holding a large yellow flower (spoiler alert: it’s a soon-to-be pumpkin) and educating us all on how pumpkins grow. “This flower is both male and female. There’s a pistol inside and it needs the pollen,” she said. “Do you know who takes care of that? Bees! Thank you for the bees!”Continuing her delightful and informative spiel, Garner tried to hold up the flower to show where the pollen from said bees might fall inside it. However, the wind kept the flower from exposing itself in such a way. “Oh…she’s shy…” Garner quipped. 

Jennifer Garner's 'nerdy farm facts' about pumpkins is delightfully educational

Seattle, WA

Maria Shimizu Christensen

So the big holiday weekend is here and the weather forecast is fantastic. If you haven’t already decided what you’re going to do, there’s plenty to choose from. Of course, there are some big events that we look forward to all year, but if huge crowds aren’t your thing, there are smaller happenings all over the region.

Big Events and Other Things To Do for Labor Day Weekend

Editor's Note: This story originally appeared on LawnStarter. Is your turf a patchy battlefield of worn-out grass and invading weeds? These are signs you need to overseed your lawn (and probably fix an underlying turf problem). Overseeding is an annual maintenance task that encourages new turf growth. When your grass...

5 Signs That It’s High Time to Overseed Your Lawn

If you keep hearing the pitter-patter of tiny feet coming from above, you might have some uninvited guests squatting in your attic. Squirrels might seem like charming little critters when they're scampering around in trees, but they become a major nuisance when they’re in your attic. These furry intruders can wreak havoc on your home, damaging electrical wires, shingles, and soffits, creating unsightly messes, and sometimes even spreading harmful diseases and parasites.

How to Get Rid of Squirrels in Your Attic

When it comes to pruning your garden as well as shrubs and trees around your yard, it can be a bit intimidating, especially if you haven't done it before. Especially with the fall season, it can be tricky dealing with unexpected weather and more. Fortunately, it's not as complicated as you may think. Just make sure to avoid these pruning mistakes this upcoming fall season.

5 Pruning Mistakes to Avoid This Fall for Your Healthiest Garden

Contributors represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program and self-verified their accounts. They have also demonstrated their experience writing hard news for other outlets. Contributors are expected, like all users, to adhere to our Community Standards.

contributor

Alameda Post

Refined by New York chemist Robert Chesebrough almost 150 years ago, petroleum jelly is still widely used today in topical applications. Even with the myths that abound online about it being carcinogenic, it has withstood the test of time.

Wonder Jelly

Massachusetts State

Dianna Carney

Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

In our book, fall begins when Starbucks releases its pumpkin spice latte and mornings have a slight chill in the air. So if you’re ready to swap your cheerful summer decor for moody pieces, you have the green light to do so. While we love autumnal throw pillows and...

Found! 9 Under-$50 Festive Fall Wreaths with Leaves, Pumpkins, Pine Cones, and More

Los Angeles County, CA

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

Herbie J Pilato

It's been over four decades since the demise of beloved actor Milburn Stone, best known as Dr. Galen "Doc" Adams on TV's Gunsmoke (CBS, 1955-1975). The Emmy-winning Stone died of a heart attack in La Jolla, CA on June 12, 1980. This is his life story.

In Memory of Milburn Stone ('Doc' from TV's 'Gunsmoke'): 44 Years After His Fatal Heart Attack

SheKnows













	Are you a Nightmare Before Christmas person? Like, do you love Halloween as much as you love Christmas and like to mix the two holidays if and when you can? Then you’ll love Target’s Halloween-themed bottle brush trees. Designed to look just like those vintage tree decorations you find at Christmastime, these ones come in more Halloween-appropriate colors but are cute and subtle enough to keep out on display until the Christmas season.This Viral Lip Butter That 'Brings the Crustiest of Lips Back From the Brink' Is Majorly on Sale for Just $12


			
			



	The Hyde & EEK! Boutique bottle brush trees...

Target’s $5 Halloween Bottle Brush Trees Are So Cute You Can Keep Them Up Through Christmas

Crab apples, those dollhouse-sized miniatures of your favorite apples, are safe enough to eat, but if you've ever popped one into your mouth, your first thought may be: Why would you even want to? Chalk that response up to the fact that these teensy weensy apples taste sour at best and bitter at worst, despite being cousins to the apples you do eat. They hail from the plant genus, Malus, a part of the Rosaceae family. Yep. Apples of all sorts, including crab apples, are part of the rose family, which may explain why people grow crab apple trees. They produce pretty flowers, just not particularly tasty apples, despite the fruits physically resembling their larger, sweeter, cousins.

Can You Actually Eat Crab Apples?

Homes & Gardens

Create a dazzling spring display that won't fall prey to hungry deer

Deer-resistant spring bulbs – 5 flowers unlikely to be damaged by deer

NewsNinja

‘This is a game changer.’ Ordering off the kid’s menu comes with a certain set of expectations. Small portions, lower prices—possibly an age restriction—but generally, nothing too off-base as far as ordering food.

‘For $6, who cares?’: Applebee’s customer shocked after ordering both adult and kids’ cheeseburgers

Hull, MA

Get ready, because you're invited to the "best late summer beach party in New England!" The Endless Summer Waterfront Festival, hosted by the Hull Nantasket Chamber of Commerce, is just around the corner and promises to be an event you won't want to miss. Taking place on Saturday, September 7, 2023, this event celebrates the last days of summer and the vibrant community of Hull.

Live Music, Family Fun & More: This Waterfront Festival Has It All!

NewsBreak

Family-Friendly Fall Activities in Utah: From Pumpkin Patches to Corn Mazes

Autumn in Utah is synonymous with vibrant colors, cool breezes, and most importantly, the excitement of fall festivals. Whether you’re a local family eager to soak...

Family-Friendly Fall Activities in Utah: From Pumpkin Patches to Corn Mazes

Comments / 0