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5 top trends for transforming your outdoor space

(BPT) - Homeowners today are reimagining their outdoor spaces, moving beyond a basic patio and grill to create thoughtfully designed areas that blend style, comfort, and functionality. According to …
AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Sid Triantafilou of Greco Linden Hills Painting paints houses in residential neighborhoods, including East Isles, near Lake of the Isles. (Photo by Lulu Jaeckel)
Homeowners experiment with paint colors, say local painters
Whale gray, dry sage and french press are some of the popular names of interior paint colors right now at Benjamin Moore, a paint company.  Sid Triantafilou, a local painter and owner of …
They wanted to save the boulevard trees along six blocks of 29th Ave. and they came together to do just that. Then they celebrated together at Arbeiter Brewing. (Photo by submitted)
Motivated by a common goal
Residents along six blocks of 29th Ave. S have banded together to save 40 ash trees. “These are public trees that the whole community benefits from,” observed Loey Colebeck. “Many …
Minnesota back in a drought
The weather here in Minneapolis has been extreme recently, and drought is something we’ve experienced every year. Although the 2024 drought was not as severe as previous years, rainfall …
Extension programs to keep you busy this winter
If you’ve been following this column the past few years, you will know that I’m a Master Gardener Volunteer through the University of Minnesota Extension. It’s a wonderful program …
Woodworker Bill Dossett (left) and Joe Hayes look over a set of windows being restored. According to Dossett, the dust collection system in the new building is an upgrade that has made a big difference for staff. Plus there's a room just for planing.
Hayes Window expands into new location, offers storm windows
Lost your storm windows over the years? Have windows you can’t open anymore because they were painted shut? Does the glass rattle in the wind? These problems don’t mean that you need to …
Prep your yard for spring: How to refresh your outdoor spaces and create your own oasis
(BPT) - Spring is right around the corner, making it the perfect time to start prepping your outdoor spaces for entertaining. From clearing away built-up winter grime on siding to freshening up …
Planning for spring's garden? Bees like variety and don't care about your neighbors' yards
The Conversation shares new research from University of Tennessee assistant professor Laura Russo showing that bees zero in on the flowers they like and ignore the surrounding landscape.
Transitional gardening: How to choose plants that can thrive moving from cold to warm weather
(BPT) - Keep your garden vibrant all season long with these cold weather-resistant plants.As winter continues to keep temps fluctuating, many gardeners assume their work is done until spring. …
Transform Your Garden in 2025 with These 10 Award-Winning Plants and Products
(BPT) - As winter turns into spring, it's time for gardeners to consider which plants they'll cultivate in planters, pots and gardens. If you're in the midst of planning your garden and need …
Tips for creating the perfect outdoor kitchen
(BPT) - With the growing trend toward creating outdoor living spaces, building an outdoor kitchen has never been more popular—or more attainable. Whether you love entertaining or simply enjoy …

Grist follows the journey of the Indian peach through genocide, climate change, and more challenges.

Grist follows the journey of the Indian peach through genocide, climate change, and more challenges.
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From watering via ice cubes to spritzing with hydrogen peroxide – 4 misguided plant health trends on social media

The internet is full of advice on just about everything, including plant care. As the director of a plant diagnostic laboratory and expert on plant medicine, I help people manage their plants’ health

Cherry blossoms – celebrated in Japan for centuries and gifted to Americans – are an appreciation of impermanence and spring

Cherry blossoms mark the beginning of spring. Various festivals are regularly organized in California, Colorado, Georgia, Tennessee and Washington, D.C., to celebrate the bloom of cherry trees. …
Lifestyle news
Deflationary trend: More Americans are removing their breast implants
Parfumdreams and DataPulse Research analyzed data that shows more and more Americans are "explanting" or removing their silicone or saline implants.
Quiet couples: Silent moments can be powerful ways to connect
Knowable Magazine talks about how the right kind of silence between a couple can be golden, revitalizing and strengthening in a relationship.
Wine 101: How to choose the right bottle of wine for any occasion
Sommsation offers tips on how to find the best bottle of wine for every occasion.
Is Ozempic a game-changer for insulin resistance? What you need to know
SaveHealth explores what the research says about Ozempic's effects on insulin resistance and related conditions.
How to find eco-friendly options for custom cabinetry
Conestoga Wood Specialties provides 10 ways to identify genuinely eco-friendly options for custom cabinetry.