Lisa Milbrand

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Writer and Editor at Freelance

Contributing SEO Writer and Editor at Real Simple

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5 Things You're Keeping 'Just in Case'-But Organizers Say You Should Toss Today

1 week ago | realsimple.com | Lisa Milbrand

Credit: Shana Novak/Getty Images I've been on a bit of a decluttering journey, and while we've given away or tossed what feels like tons of stuff from our house, we still have plenty of room for improvement. And that's why I asked a few of my favorite pro organizers the big question: What exactly are we holding onto that's just clutter? And it turns out, they all agree on a few key categories where people get stuck—those items that people tend to squirrel away for years.
15 Best Companion Plants That Will Help Your Tomatoes Grow Better (and Tastier)

1 week ago | realsimple.com | Lisa Milbrand

Credit: Icy Macload/Getty Images Key TakeawaysCompanion planting with tomatoes enhances growth for both plants by improving soil health, retaining moisture, and reducing weeds. Many companion plants offer natural pest control, either by repelling harmful insects or attracting predators that feed on pests. Herbs like basil, chives, and oregano not only make great pairings with tomatoes in your cooking, but also contribute to a healthier tomato crop.
Lead Found in Over 100,000 Recalled Faucets Sold Nationwide-Here's What to Do If You Have One

1 week ago | realsimple.com | Lisa Milbrand

Credit: Getty Images If you recently upgraded your kitchen faucet, you may want to take a look back at your Amazon receipt. Three different kitchen faucet styles all sold on Amazon have been recalled for high lead levels that can be "particularly harmful to infants and young children," according to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). The recalled products include the VFAUOSIT Kitchen Faucet, KICIMPRO Kitchen Faucet, and BASDEHEN Kitchen Faucet.
Lead Found in Over 100,000 Recalled Faucets Sold Nationwide-Here's What to Do If You Have One

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Lisa Milbrand

Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience.Generate Key TakeawaysIf you recently upgraded your kitchen faucet, you may want to take a look back at your Amazon receipt.
Lead Found in Over 100,000 Recalled Faucets Sold Nationwide—Here's What to Do If You Have One | Flipboard

1 week ago | flipboard.com | Lisa Milbrand

Lead Found in Over 100,000 Recalled Faucets Sold Nationwide—Here's What to Do If You Have OneThe kitchen faucets were sold on Amazon within the past year. If you recently upgraded your kitchen faucet, you may want to take a look back at your …
Now’s the Time to Plant Potted Hydrangeas-Here’s How to Get It Right, According to Gardeners

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Lisa Milbrand

Hydrangeas are one of the most popular flowering shrubs—and for good reason. They can thrive in a lot of different growing conditions, including in containers. But if you want to grow a hydrangea in a planter, you will need to make a few adjustments to the common care suggestions to help ensure that they grow and bloom. With these expert tips, you'll have a gorgeous potted hydrangea to flank your front entrance or brighten up your patio.
Wabi-Sabi Gardening Is the Low-Stress Landscaping Trend We All Need Right Now

1 week ago | realsimple.com | Lisa Milbrand

Credit: Basie B/Getty Images If the perfectly manicured garden isn't your vibe, you're in luck—the latest trend in garden design is a lot more lived-in (and beloved, too). Enter the wabi-sabi garden, a Japanese-inspired garden concept that has doubled in popularity according to a recent trend report by the online landscaping design site Yardzen.
7 Things Pro Organizers Never Store in Their Entryway

1 week ago | realsimple.com | Lisa Milbrand

Credit: Liudmila Chernetska/Getty Images Key TakeawaysEven everyday items like shoes and bags can create a lot of clutter in the entryway—so pare those collections down to just the ones you use daily. Take care of mail, packages, shopping bags, and errand items promptly. Be careful about placing valuables and spare keys near the door, where they can be swiped easily. Pare down decor to avoid too much visual clutter.
7 Things Pro Organizers Never Store in Their Entryway

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Lisa Milbrand

Key TakeawaysEven everyday items like shoes and bags can create a lot of clutter in the entryway—so pare those collections down to just the ones you use daily. Take care of mail, packages, shopping bags, and errand items promptly. Be careful about placing valuables and spare keys near the door, where they can be swiped easily. Pare down decor to avoid too much visual clutter.
You Could Be Planting the Wrong Type of Tomato for Your Garden-Here's How Experts Pick the Right Kind

1 week ago | realsimple.com | Lisa Milbrand

Credit: Tamina 8/Getty Images Key TakeawaysDeterminate tomato plants tend to be smaller and more compact, and they produce their entire tomato harvest over a shorter timespan. Indeterminate tomato plants grow larger, more wide-ranging vines, and they produce tomatoes over a longer period of time, often right until the first frost. Determinate tomatoes will be best if you have a small garden, want a low-maintenance plant, or if you're planning to use your tomatoes for sauce or canning.

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