Rainwater collection is a great way to make the most of this natural, free resource. You can be ready for the next drought, these tips will get you started implementing a system that works for your situation. Harvested and stored rainwater can cut city and well-water consumption by providing an alternative source for irrigating landscapes, vegetables, or small fruit gardens. …
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If you’ve ever considered getting rid of your lawn, these 5 reasons might be the encouragement you need. Rethink your lawn with these 5 tips. I’ll bet that if you have a lawn, there are moments that you wish you didn’t. Perhaps, with your busy lifestyle, the lawn always gets overgrown before you get to giving it a trim. Then,…
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Hibiscus is a strikingly beautiful plant and is useful as a garden, terrace, or balcony plant. It is easy to grow if you give it plenty of sun and maintain constant moisture. Recently, I received a question from a reader about growing hibiscus seeds. Her starts had sprouted and were growing well, however, she was concerned that the plants were…
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Looking for an easy meal? Try this classic recipe. Pot roast dinner is a traditional meal that is easy to fix and can be cooked in several ways. This is one of our go-to dinners for Sunday night. It is easy to prepare and gives us time to be together as a family without spending the whole afternoon in…
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Refreshingly simple, one great way to beat the heat is to make homemade treats from fresh fruit. Try one of these three ways to enjoy frozen treats on hot days. Here in Texas, we have at least three months of hot, hot, hot days that are 95 to 100 degrees. When you factor in the humidity and heat index it…
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