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1 week ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
Container vegetable gardening is an excellent option for anyone with limited space, such as a small patio or balcony. In addition to maximizing small spaces, because you can control the soil quality and moisture levels—both of which will lead to fewer pests—growing vegetables in pots often leads to enhanced plant health and better harvests. Before you get started, keep in mind that most veggies need a lot of light, ideally 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight a day.
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1 week ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
In 2025, Le Creuset is throwing a birthday—celebrating 100 years of making their iconic enameled cast iron cookware. For a century, these pots and pans have been the MVPs of kitchens around the world, blending durability, functionality, and style (it’s all about the color, right?!). The very first Le Creuset introduction was a fiery orange beauty, a color now affectionately known as “Flame”.
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1 week ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
Mother’s Day is the perfect occasion to celebrate the incredible women who’ve shaped our lives with their love, care, and wisdom. A hand-tied bouquet of fresh flowers is a simple, thoughtful way to do just that. Fresh flowers bring natural beauty and a sense of joy, making them a classic gift that never goes out of style, and you can tailor it to her by choosing flowers that reflect her personality or favorite colors.
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1 week ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
As far as summer rituals go, there’s nothing quite like braking at the roadside stand on your way upstate—or wherever the call of the country takes you. There’s just something about all of the beautifully displayed produce—those cartons of fuzzy peaches! those hand lettered signs!—that somehow leaves us feeling inspired to eat more fruits and vegetables.
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1 week ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
Maybe you're hosting a Kentucky Derby party, and you've been focused on getting the décor and food ready, or you've just been invited to a Derby Day bash, and you want to show up looking your best. Even though you don't have much time to get your Derby hat together, don't panic.
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2 weeks ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
This year the running of the 151st Kentucky Derby takes place on May 3rd, and I plan on watching the race with a cool Mint Julep in hand (and loads of Derby snacks, or course!). While crushed ice is traditional in a Mint Julep, I prefer the texture and ease of pebble ice. What is Pebble IcePebble ice, also known as nugget ice was invented by Scotsman Ice Systems in 1981 and popularized by the fast-food chain Sonic.
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2 weeks ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
While butterfly numbers are sadly in decline in the UK, there is something simple we can do to help: plant nectar-rich flowers such as lavender, verbena, and salvia. Butterflies will flock to many different flowers, but are especially fans of dill, asters, and marigolds that help them during multiple parts of their cycle. Caterpillars will choose many of these plants to consume, while later, the butterflies will drink from the flowers (and look for them to lay eggs on).
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2 weeks ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
The big day - Derby Day - is almost here and we are so ready! If your hosting a party like we are, here are 7 fun ideas to help you have the best party around! After you've whipped up a few snacks and a large batch cocktail of course, set the scene with the cutest DIY decor including a horseshoe wreath and a DIY ribbon betting game. Lastly set up a photo booth so guests can take their photos with an oversized prize ribbon. Everyone is a winner, right!?
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2 weeks ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
Whether you are just planning your garden or have an established one, designing your garden path to match the style is essential for ensuring the look is cohesive. Whether it's the sleek lines of a modern garden, the romantic charm of a cottage garden, or the structured elegance of a formal country home garden, each path tells its own story and helps pull all the elements together.
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2 weeks ago | 
countryliving.com | Charlyne Mattox
The 151st running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs takes place this year on May 3, and if you, like me, are throwing a party to celebrate, you might be wondering what to serve. To help folks at home mark the oldest continuously held sporting event, the Kentucky Derby partners with a chef or food personality every year to create an at-home Derby bash menu.
