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5 Most Beautiful Botanical Gardens to Visit in the US

one of famous place in San Francisco, The Conservatory of Flowers

Botanical gardens are great places to visit for several reasons: You can collect your thoughts while strolling through the gardens; walking in nature relieves stress and picks up your spirits. You may also learn a few facts about flowers and plants that populate the gardens, so why not take some time out from your busy …

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6 Benefits of Having A Real Christmas Tree

A young man dressed in Christmas, brings home a freshly cut fir tree to be decorated for Christmas. The man went to a plantation of fir trees and is taking away the tree resting on the right shoulder

A hotly debated topic over the holiday season is whether or not to buy a real Christmas tree or, opt for an artificial tree. There are so many options available and everyone has an opinion, making this extra decision overwhelming. Your pros and cons list may include what’s the cheapest, easiest, or eco-friendly option. Whatever …

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5 Simple Ways To Untangle Your Christmas Lights

Christmas lights under a tree

It’s coming up to that time of year again! The time when you have to get out the Christmas lights and hope that they aren’t in a big, tangled mess. Spoiler alert- they almost always are. If you’re one of the many people who dreads untangling your Christmas lights each year, never fear! There are …

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5 Ways To Use Fall Leaves in Your Garden

Cleaning the lawn from the old leaves.

There’s nothing like the crisp autumn air to get you in the mood for fall gardening. As the leaves start to turn yellow and red, it’s time to put your creativity to work and come up with fun ways to use all those gorgeous foliage! Don’t let that beautiful foliature go to waste. There are many …

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How to Kill Weeds Without Hurting Your Garden

weed pulling - gardening in the spring

Weeds are a frustrating part of gardening, whether you have a bed full of florals or vegetables. Unfortunately, they are more than just an eyesore. Weeds compete with plants for nutrients and water, acting as a host for diseases and pests, which can quickly transform your garden from an oasis to a nightmare. While properly …

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Stock Tank Pool Ideas Perfect For A Small Backyard

Two colorful beach balls float on the water in a stock tank swimming pool.

While an in-ground or traditional above-ground pool may not be the perfect idea for your small backyard, a stock tank pool is a simple and aesthetically pleasing solution. Essentially, it is an oversized metal bucket used to provide livestock with water. And with a little imagination and a few pool ideas, it becomes the ideal addition to a small backyard. The …

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