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9 Fast-Growing Patio Fruits That Thrive in Pots and Containers

1 week ago | marthastewart.com | Haniya Rae

Credit: guter / Getty Images Some fast-growing fruits can grow, flourish, and be ready for harvest even when they're planted in containers, so long as you keep a few tips and tricks in mind. For starters, keep an eye on the moisture level—a bigger pot can be beneficial in this regard, and can also help a plant establish roots. If your plant is cold-sensitive, consider putting it in a rolling container to make it easier to bring inside during the winter.
Choosing the Right Insulation for Occupant Health and More

1 week ago | gbdmagazine.com | Haniya Rae

Story at a glance:Manufacturers and architects share their perspectives on what to consider when choosing insulation for the environment and occupant health. Understanding the life cycle of the insulation product you choose can lower carbon emissions. Your choice of insulation largely depends on context and performance goals, like resilience and life safety.
8 Fragrant Plants That Double as Privacy Screens

2 weeks ago | marthastewart.com | Haniya Rae

Credit: gurineb / GETTY IMAGES A living wall of fragrant flowers is perfect for summer entertaining, impressing your guests and shielding them from any nosy neighbors. These privacy screens can be trees, shrubs, or vines—so long as you train them to cover the desired area. Of course, with so many elegant options to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start. Here, we asked experts about the best plants for creating a secluded, sweet-smelling retreat.
10 Stunning Fruit Trees That Will Instantly Boost Curb Appeal, Say Experts

3 weeks ago | marthastewart.com | Haniya Rae

Credit: Getty / Wirestock Fruit trees can provide delicious produce, but many are also beautiful in their own right, with elegant floral displays or impressive fall foliage. Adding these gorgeous trees to your landscape can increase your curb appeal and add a pop of color to your garden. Here, experts share their favorite fruiting trees that produce delicious harvests, and that are breathtaking to behold.
10 Show-Stopping Fruit Trees Guaranteed to Add Curb Appeal, According to Experts

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Haniya Rae

Key TakeawaysCertain fruit trees are not only productive but also offer stunning visual appeal with their vibrant blossoms, making them excellent choices for boosting a home's curb appeal. Our favorite trees provide multi-seasonal interest, like spring flowers, summer greenery, fall foliage, and winter berries—ensuring year-round beauty in the landscape. Many of these trees are relatively easy to care for, requiring minimal maintenance while still delivering significant visual impact.
9 Vegetables You Should Never Grow in Pots and Containers, According to Experts

1 month ago | marthastewart.com | Haniya Rae

Credit: Getty / Natalia Shmatova Many vegetables can be grown in containers, but some of them may not thrive in this environment— especially if the pot is too small. Some of these plants need more space for their roots; others need room for their foliage. Melons and gourds, for instance, may produce fruit that's too big for a container to hold adequately. Here, we asked experts about the vegetables that are better to plant in the soil, instead of your new container garden.
9 Vegetables You Should Never Grow in Pots and Containers, According to Experts

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Haniya Rae

Many vegetables can be grown in containers, but some of them may not thrive in this environment— especially if the pot is too small. Some of these plants need more space for their roots; others need room for their foliage. Melons and gourds, for instance, may produce fruit that's too big for a container to hold adequately. Here, we asked experts about the vegetables that are better to plant in the soil, instead of your new container garden. Read on for their insight.
6 Shrubs You Should Never Prune in Spring

1 month ago | marthastewart.com | Haniya Rae

Credit: Christophe Lehenaff / GETTY IMAGES The best time to prune most shrubs is in the winter when the plants are dormant, so you can better see their shape. Which means there are many that you should avoid pruning in the spring—with a few exceptions, like forsythia and a few other spring-flowering varieties. So, how do you know which shrubs to prune when? It's always best to check with a local cooperative extension or a gardening professional before you try your hand at pruning.
Meet America’s Best Recruiting And Temporary Staffing Firms 2025

1 month ago | forbes.com | Haniya Rae

During times of economic stress and technological change, companies often seek new leaders to guide them through murky waters.The ideal leader, says Martha Clement Rochford, chief marketing officer of the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants, is someone who can drive employees to remain resilient and innovate even through disruptions.
Forbes 2025 Best Brands for Social Impact List

1 month ago | forbes.com | Haniya Rae

Participating in social initiatives, such as partnering with a charity or by investing in sustainable production practices, helps a brand to stand out from its competitors. But not every brand does this well. To be impactful, the initiative must be aligned with its customers’ values, and the social-impact effort should be integrated within a brand’s business model, says Rob Pace, CEO of customer-insights company HundredX.