You may not think your flowers need much attention during the winter, but preparing your flower beds is necessary for ...

Mulching is key to protecting most perennials over winter, and the coneflower is no exception. Adding three inches of organic mulch, such as fallen leaves, straw, or bark, to the soil will insulate ...

Fuel does not stay fresh forever. Gasoline begins to oxidize in a few months, forming sticky varnish and gum that can clog ...

Rebecca Brill is a writer whose essays have appeared in The Paris Review Daily, VICE, Literary Hub, and elsewhere. She runs the Susan Sontag's Diary and the Sylvia Plath's Food Diary accounts on ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

Steps like cleaning the deck, lubricating moving parts, and storing the mower in a dry place still apply to electric mowers.

As Colorado feels its coldest temperatures since May, many are wondering when they should winterize their sprinklers.

Stop leaks and drafts, and save big. Nov. 2, 2010— -- It's cold outside. Is your home ready for the coming winter? Drafts in your home can be annoying, but they can also make your energy costs ...

Keep your pool safe throughout the winter months. Pools are a luxury home feature ideal for lounging under the sun, swimming laps to stay in shape, or simply diving in to escape the summer heat.

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A sprinkler system is one of the most convenient, effective ways to keep your lawn healthy year after year. Their “set and forget” nature frees up valuable time, and they can even save you money in ...