The Many Flavors of Mint: Orange, Banana, Chocolate, Apple, and More
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The Many Flavors of Mint: Orange, Banana, Chocolate, Apple, and More

A few sprigs of store-bought spearmint or peppermint can be put in water to root. It’s that easy, and it’s a warm welcome to this fun and versatile herb.
Frugal Fashion: Why I Shop in the Kids’ Department (No Shame)
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Mary Hunt

Frugal Fashion: Why I Shop in the Kids’ Department (No Shame)

Kids’ clothes are often built for movement and durability.
Bye-Bye Bugs: Natural Repellents for Indoors & Out
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Sandy Lindsey

Bye-Bye Bugs: Natural Repellents for Indoors & Out

A few pantry staples, plants, and clever tricks will prevent ants, roaches, flies, spiders, and the dreaded bane of summer—mosquitoes—from taking over.
Feathered Friends: How to Attract Birds to the Garden
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Sandy Lindsey

Feathered Friends: How to Attract Birds to the Garden

Here’s how to create a backyard wildlife refuge complete with quality food, fresh water, and shelter.
Get More From Your Summer Garden With Succession Planting
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Sandy Lindsey

Get More From Your Summer Garden With Succession Planting

Instead of letting empty beds sit idle during the hot months, these expert tips will allow you to plant a second or even third round of crops.

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Ask Angi: How Do I Handle Summer Pests?
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Ask Angi: How Do I Handle Summer Pests?

Regular home maintenance is your best defense against pests.
Tabby a Common Feline Coat Pattern, Not a Breed
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Lee Pickett

Tabby a Common Feline Coat Pattern, Not a Breed

Tabby cats come in a variety of colors, including black, gray, silver, brown, and orange, sometimes accented with white.
Is Organic Produce Worth the Price? How to Eat Healthier on a Budget
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Anne Johnson

Is Organic Produce Worth the Price? How to Eat Healthier on a Budget

From a breakdown on pesticides to advice from experts, here’s how to shop smart in the produce aisle.
What Every Kid Needs to Know About Greed and Thankfulness
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Mary Hunt

What Every Kid Needs to Know About Greed and Thankfulness

Greed is not a good thing. In fact, it’s like a very bad disease.
Gladiolus and Hollyhock
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Jeff Rugg

Gladiolus and Hollyhock

With proper care and fertilization, summer flowering bulbs should bloom without fail.
One Big, Fat, Wadded-Up Mess and How to Fix It
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Mary Hunt

One Big, Fat, Wadded-Up Mess and How to Fix It

Having twisted sheets come out of the laundry machine or dryer is annoying, so here is a solution to consider.
Paint Exterior Wood Siding
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Gene and Katie Hamilton

Paint Exterior Wood Siding

Whether the house is new or old, a paint job makes heads turn.
Ask the Builder: The Dangers of a DIY Deck
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Tim Carter

Ask the Builder: The Dangers of a DIY Deck

Diagonal bracing on a deck prevents the deck from swaying sideways.
Buying a Home As-is: The Pros and Cons
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Buying a Home As-is: The Pros and Cons

No matter the seller’s motives, as-is home sales can offer several advantages for the buyer.
Make Your Own Birdhouse
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James Dulley

Make Your Own Birdhouse

Birds need some trees and shrubs to hide from predators, food to eat, and water to drink, as well as a cute house.