With more than twenty years of practical experience in renovating, repairing, and enhancing residences, Lee has been offering home improvement guidance for many years. While many people perceive a home’s floor as merely the top layer of a visible covering, it actually consists of a system of multiple layers, each playing a vital role in…
This specific plant can be challenging for novices, but the effort is definitely rewarding. The round-leaved calathea, scientifically known as Geoppertia orbifolia, is commonly known by its former name, calathea orbifolia. Its large, lush leaves adorned with striking silver-green stripes create a dramatic visual impact, but this plant tends to be a bit particular and…
Project Summary Duration of Work: 5 to 15 minutes Overall Duration: 15 minutes to 12 hours Proficiency Level: Novice Projected Expense: $10 While citrus scents can provide a refreshing aroma for laundry, orange juice spills can be a different story, as they can leave unwanted stains on your garments. The acidity in citrus juice can…
Micro clover, often referred to as microclover, is a diminutive type of white clover that is highly recommended for revitalizing lawns in the spring. Developed to maintain a low growth habit and feature petite leaves, it can serve as a primary ground cover or be incorporated into a lawn blend at a rate of 2…
Vanessa Richins Myers holds a Bachelor of Science degree in horticulture and possesses more than a decade of expertise and training in the fields of horticulture and gardening. The American elderberry, often referred to as common elderberry, is a deciduous shrub characterized by its striking white blossoms and small, dark drupes, commonly known as “berries.”…
Project Summary Duration: 25 minutes to 1 hour Overall Duration: 25 minutes to 1 hour Output: 9 square feet of area Proficiency Level: Novice Projected Expense: $0 Eliminating grass from your yard can be a daunting task for any gardener. Whether your goal is to create a pathway, establish a garden bed, excavate a pond,…
Project Summary Duration of Work: 10 to 25 minutes Duration: 15 to 30 minutes Proficiency Level: Novice Projected Expense: $5 Monstera deliciosa, commonly referred to as the split-leaf philodendron or Swiss cheese plant, has become a highly desirable houseplant, celebrated for its vibrant, unique foliage and deep green hue. Originating from the rainforests of Central…
Project Summary Overall Duration: 2 to 4 hours Output: 500 square feet Proficiency Level: Novice Projected Expense: $350 Experts in turf management recommend that if your lawn consists of 60 percent or more weeds, it may be time to remove the existing turf for reseeding. In such cases, you might want to utilize a manual…
Jon VanZile has spent nearly ten years as a writer focused on houseplants and indoor gardening. As a seasoned professional, his work on plants and horticulture has been featured in various national and regional publications. Water lilies comprise numerous species within the genus Nymphaea. These plants are found in many regions across the globe, with…
Timothy Thiele holds an associate degree in electronics and is a member of IBEW Local #176, boasting more than three decades of expertise in wiring for residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Regardless of whether the electrical tasks for new builds or renovations are carried out by a certified electrician or by the homeowner themselves, the…