Groundcover Rose Care Must-Knows Like all roses, groundcover roses perform best in full sun. However, because of their disease resistance, these plants can perform well in partial shade. Although plants may not bloom quite as prolifically, there is less risk of disease in part shade than with other types of roses. Groundcover roses also prefer rich, well-drained soils. Amend the soil with organic matter to keep your plants looking their best....
* To toast whole or coarsely chopped nuts, spread them in a single layer in a shallow pan. Bake the nuts in a 350°F oven for 5 to 10 minutes, shaking the pan once or twice.
According to Thumbtack, the average cost to install solid wood floors is $5-$10 per square foot and, slightly less at $4-$9 per square foot to install engineered wood. The variance is based on the type of wood you use and the complexity of the installation process. The species, grade, cut, and quality of the wood plays a large part in determining the total installation costs. Consider the Species of Wood There are many species of wood to choose from, but common choices for hardwood are cherry, walnut, oak, maple, and hickory....
1 ⅓ cup water ⅔ cup fat-free milk ⅛ teaspoon salt ½ cup quick-cooking white (hominy) grits ½ cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
Jenn immediately envisioned the house with a deep porch, “almost Southern deep,” she says. She sold her vision to husband John and snapped pictures of the front so she could trace designs. “We wanted to sit out there and soak it all in—the green mountains, the summer rains, the peaceful snowfalls. I kept drawing it different ways,” she says. Architect Greg Brown eventually suggested two roof pitches. “He said one pitch would feel like a covered backyard deck,” Jenn says....
As you prepare to celebrate the 34th annual Women’s History Month, take inspiration from the origins of the holiday and look for ways you can support or celebrate women’s accomplishments in your own community. Whether that’s encouraging other women in your workplace or volunteering with an educational program for girls, women supporting women is what it’s all about. The Story Behind Women’s History Month Two years after the Women’s History Week celebration in California, President Jimmy Carter proclaimed a National Women’s History Week during the week of March 8, 1980....
If you don’t know how long to grill chicken breasts or how long to grill chicken thighs (or legs, wings, or a whole chicken, for that matter), it can be challenging to determine when to remove the chicken from the grill. Check out our complete guide for how to grill chicken, then use our go-to guide for how long to grill chicken so you can serve the juiciest meat ever....
Click here to see the rest of this weekend bedroom makeover. Apply wood glue to the mitered edges of the boards. With a partner, begin folding the edges inward until you form a box. The taped seams will ensure the corners are perfectly aligned. Clamp to hold tight. Secure with 1-inch screws into each edge.
All parts of moss rose are toxic to dogs and cats, so don’t plant them near areas frequented by pets. Where to Plant Moss Rose Moss rose is an extremely easy plant to grow. It is an annual in USDA zones 3-9 but can be grown as a perennial in zones 10 and 11. The biggest thing to consider when planting moss rose is location. Moss rose hates wet areas, and one of the few ways to kill this plant is by overwatering....
The landscape also plays a role in the shape of the lawn. Some of the most interesting lawn designs trace the shadow patterns of the house and trees during the growing season. Although some types of grass tolerate shade, most require at least six hours of sun a day. In boggy or rocky areas or those with shallow roots from nearby trees and shrubs, the soil and terrain can be modified to handle turf, or the lawn should be located elsewhere....
For added convenience, we’ve also compiled a handy list of important flag dates to observe. While it’s encouraged to display the flag every day, be sure to fly it high on important observation days. Some days are obvious—like Memorial Day and the 4th of July—while others are a bit more obscure. Government-run buildings are required to follow the codes outlined by the Congressional Research Service, and while it’s not mandatory for civilians, there are some rules and practices to consider for respectfully caring for and displaying your flag....
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025, from the United States Department of Health and Human Services, recommend two cup servings of fruits, and two and a half cup servings of vegetables every day. Why so much? “Because we know that people who eat more fruits and vegetables have less heart disease, and they have a healthier diet overall,” says Lisa Hark, PhD, RD, author of Nutrition for Life. “This is the first time they have said our dietary guidelines are not only to promote health, but to reduce the risk of major, chronic diseases and conditions like high cholesterol and high blood pressure....
The severity of the damage determines which method is best to tackle wood floor scratches. Designer Ashley Petrone of the home design blog Arrows & Bows shares her best tips to salvage and restore your home’s wood floors. Clean Wood Floors Nothing magnifies the appearance of scratches like dust. Before fixing any scratches, gently clean wood floors using a dust mop or vacuum. Survey the Damage Superficial Scratches Superficial scratchesonly affect the floor’s finish....
Vegetable Containers and Garden Materials Before you start planting, choose the containers you want to use. Both the type and size of container can affect the care your garden needs, so be sure to pick pots that will work for the space you have and the vegetables you want to grow. Type of Container Not sure what type of container to grow your vegetables in? Don’t fret. Typically, you’ll care more about this than your plants will....
You’ll need to rent several other items if you plan to stretch the carpeting. (With integral-pad carpeting, you can get by without all the rented gear.) Strip cutters make quick work of cutting tackless strip, which fits around the perimeter of a room.A staple hammer fastens padding to wood floors. (Use pad adhesive if the floor is concrete.)Join pieces of carpeting using seam tape and a seaming iron.A knee kicker and a power stretcher help you pull the carpeting taut....
See more farmhouse bathroom ideas. What You Need (2) 1x3 boards cut to 26 inches(2) 1x3 boards cut to 28 inches(2) 1x2 boards cut to 32-7/8 inches(2) 1x2 boards cut to 27-1/4 inchesCorner clampsSanding blockWood glueFinishing nailsNail gunStainPaintbrushDrop clothClean cloth4-6-inch L brackets and screwsMatte black spray paintDrillFrameless mirror, we used a 24x30Liquid nailsHanging bracket Step 1: Assemble Frame Sand 1x3 boards with a sanding block until surface is smooth and even....
You can also use flat, finishing pavers on top of the regular pavers for a sleek, professional look. Adhere them to the top row as you did on the rows below.
