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Fire-Resistant Landscaping Tips Every Homeowner Should Know

3 weeks ago | bobvila.com | Teresa Odle

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More ›Wildfire preparation is an unfortunate reality in the dry Southwest. Yet in a time when areas of the United States not known for drought or fires are seeing wildfire devastation, it’s important for all homeowners to prepare their homes and landscapes so they do not increase the risk of even an urban fire.
Fire-Resistant Landscaping Tips Every Homeowner Should Know

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Teresa Odle

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More ›The grass of a lawn burning in a wildfire. Wildfire preparation is an unfortunate reality in the dry Southwest. Yet in a time when areas of the United States not known for drought or fires are seeing wildfire devastation, it’s important for all homeowners to prepare their homes and landscapes so they do not increase the risk of even an urban fire.
Homemade Weed Killers and Preventative Treatments That Really Work

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Teresa Odle

Generate Key TakeawaysWe may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More ›A woman digs weeds in a garden plot. ShareWe may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More ›Although not all of these methods will work all of the time, weed management should always begin with the most eco-friendly choices. Anything we can do to prevent the use of harmful herbicides is a good thing.
The 20 Best Products for Surviving Winter

2 months ago | bobvila.com | Teresa Odle |Jasmine Harding |Bob Vila

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More ›The winter months are tough for anyone who doesn’t enjoy the cold; short days and bitter temperatures don’t exactly make for paradise. But for those stuck inside—or worse, outside shoveling—having the right supplies on hand can make these days bearable, or even enjoyable. From conquering the snow and ice to staying warm and cozy, here are the tools to survive winter’s blast.
The Best 20 Products for Surviving Winter

Jan 22, 2025 | bobvila.com | Teresa Odle |Bob Vila

The winter months are tough for anyone who doesn’t enjoy the cold; short days and bitter temperatures don’t exactly make for paradise. But for those stuck inside—or worse, outside shoveling—having the right supplies on hand can make these days bearable, or even enjoyable. From conquering the snow and ice to staying warm and cozy, here are the tools to survive winter’s blast. As the seasons change, consider swapping out spring and summer bedding for something more winter-appropriate.
40 DIY Advent Calendar Ideas to Help You Count Down to Christmas

Nov 25, 2024 | bobvila.com | Manasa Reddigari |Caitlin Castelaz |Teresa Odle

Part of the joys of the holiday season isn't just the big day, but the preparation and anticipation leading up to it. Make an Advent calendar to help you count along to December 25. While you of course could buy one, making your very own calendar could be the start of a new tradition. Hole-in-One HolidayInspired by the "Punch a Bunch" game on The Price Is Right , this nonstop-fun calendar from Studio DIY conceals 24 gifts behind 24 holes.
3 Last-Minute Winterization Projects You'll Regret Skipping

Nov 14, 2024 | bobvila.com | Teresa Odle

Outdoor watering systems are essential to lawn and plant health, but are subject to harsh conditions, especially in winter. Although winters around the world are warming to some extent, the effects of climate change also can lead to extreme weather events in the colder months. For example, Arctic deep freezes are spilling further south and the warming Arctic is making the jet stream less stable, which can land extended cold in areas not accustomed to these kinds of hard freezes.
How to Practice Sustainability at Home With Less Stress

Nov 12, 2024 | bobvila.com | Teresa Odle

There is no doubt that human activities are negatively affecting the planet on which we live. Using information from natural sources like rocks, tree rings, and ice cores, along with technology such as satellites, scientists have moved the theory of global warming to established fact. According to NASA, the average global temperature is up 2 degrees Fahrenheit in little more than a century, and most of the warming has occurred in the past 40 years.
13 Plants You Can Winter Indoors

Nov 8, 2024 | bobvila.com | Mark Wolfe |Teresa Odle

Potted Palms (Aracaceae family)While some palm trees are hardy in the winters of the Deep South, most palms need help to survive winter temperatures, even only to 55 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit. It's possible to cover and winterize some palms planted in the ground, but potted palms should come indoors (preferably to a bright, humid spot). Move palms to an indoor location that gets lots of light.
How Much Hardscaping Is Too Much? Experts Weigh In

Oct 10, 2024 | msn.com | Teresa Odle

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