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We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page.  It’s going to be a long, cold winter this year, according to the Farmer’s Almanac. Editor Peter Geiger explains, “The real teeth-chattering arrives mid-February, especially in the following zones:  […]

Winter is dark, cold, long and … well, expensive, at least where heating a home is concerned. The cost of heating oil climbs every year, and electricity is not cheap. How can we save money and still keep the house at a comfortable temperature? Thankfully, there are a number of ways to curb heating costs, and most are […]

If you’re looking for garden design ideas, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve compiled a collection of photos showing a variety of garden styles to help get you started planning the garden you’ve always dreamed about.The right plants and accessories can set the tone for your ideal outdoor atmosphere — an invigorating escape or […]

Landscape design originally combines creativity and nature, with results that dazzle the mind and push the limits of aesthetics further. Seeing how popular our previous posts, “35 Lovely Pathways for a Well-Organized Home and Garden” and “15 Garden Design Ideas Turning Your Home Into a Peaceful Refuge” were, we decided to make today about landscaping […]

Vicheslav / Getty Images Now that the summer is getting away from us, your lawn is under attack from the hot summer sun, insects, and of course foot traffic from entertaining guests and kids playing. While the summer may be ending in a few months, your lawn still has many more months of looking beautiful. […]

Wouldn’t it be nice to have a place to relax and feel peaceful—maybe even downright Zen? That is exactly what happens when you create your own Japanese garden. Japanese gardens are created to be spaces of meditation and reflection. What began as a space made for Japan’s ruling elite to find calm within the storm […]

Maryna Iaroshenko / Getty Images Is it just us or is spring in the air? It’s getting a bit warmer, and that renewing feeling we get as winter lifts is starting. We’re getting inspired to clean up, refresh, and get organized. Of course, there’s a ton of spring cleaning to be done inside. (See our post How to […]

Privacy. The most coveted item on all backyard wish lists. Because no matter how fabulous your balcony or how inviting your chimenea, all of the summertime magic comes to a screeching halt when you feel like you’re on display. These 7 yard privacy ideas —stacked from easy to hard — will help you cordon off your […]

Do you feel the urge to sneeze just looking at that picture? You’re not alone. The CDC reports that over 50 million Americans live with allergies. In fact, it’s the sixth leading cause of chronic illness in the country. Fortunately, there are still ways to enjoy the outdoors this spring and summer without getting stifled by […]

If you ever want to confuse yourself, take a look at all of the varying definitions of what constitutes contemporary design. Interior Designer Leah Rourke at relish interiors gives one of the best definitions: “Contemporary design refers to what is popular or used right now … it is ever changing and borrows pieces and styles […]

Certain parts of the country used to have a fairly predictable fire season, but the times are changing. California, for example, now has to be on fire alert throughout the entire year. That means there’s no time like the present to prepare your house for a fire. And that doesn’t just mean buying homeowners or […]

We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. Depending on where you live, you may have noticed droughts seeming worse. Droughts are notoriously common, with anywhere from 20 to 70 percent of U.S. land area experiencing abnormal […]

Whether you love yard work and gardening or just see it as a necessary chore, getting organized at the end of the season will make for easy yard work every year. Even in a climate that’s warm year-round, organization is still important. It ensures your yard work tools and supplies aren’t damaged by the elements […]

You put in all this effort getting your garden to finally sprout. Then you go outside one day and all of your plants are chewed to the ground. Sometimes it’s so extensive that it looks like you never had any flowers in that bed at all. But rather than running out and buying the harshest […]

The U.S. Census Bureau says homeownership is up over last year. In their words, “the national homeownership rate has risen to 64.4 percent.” And Realtor Magazine says that jump is “largely attributed to the rise in new, first-time homebuyers.”These first-time homebuyers are millennials and they don’t care about a fancy eat-in kitchen. Instead, they’re obsessed […]

Creating the perfect outdoor space is not something that homeowners take lightly. Cutting your grass weekly is a good start, and incorporating Matt Blashaw’s outdoor lighting tips is also a step in the right direction. But what else can you do? Well, the National Association of Landscape Professionals has released its top 2019 landscaping trends. […]

As a homeowner, you probably like the challenge and the cost-savings of handling many of your own lawn and landscaping projects. For example, cutting your grass weekly is a home maintenance task that most DIYers can successfully complete. However, there are other scenarios in which homeowners are taking matters into their own hands – with […]

Shop These Products Now: Flower Plants – Grass SeedsMaybe you plan your garden meticulously as soon as the first signs of spring pop up. Or maybe you wait until summer, see what grows well and add as needed to keep things looking lush. Whatever your approach, thinking about one small thing can take your garden […]

The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) says more than 50 million Americans suffer from allergies. And grass and weed pollen are among the most common allergy triggers. You don’t have to let a lawn or grass allergy keep you from enjoying your yard this summer, though. We have three ways you can reduce or […]

Even if you think you know how to mow a lawn, there are always situations that may require relearning. Use this guide to learn how to cut grass in a way that delivers the best results and have your front yard looking picture-perfect.

Homeowners who have lush, green lawns have mastered the art of the green thumb. While it’s common knowledge that water helps plants grow, lawn pros know how and when to use it. What time of the day and in what seasons do lawns benefit from a periodic douse of water? What kind of fertilizers and […]

Aside from location, curb appeal is one of the greatest contributors to your home’s value. And what makes or breaks your curb appeal? Your front yard landscaping. In fact, a Michigan State University study found that a good landscape can add 5-11% to your perceived home value. After all, your front yard is the first […]

Crabgrass is a gardener’s worst nightmare. To have an impeccable yard, you need to know how to get rid of crabgrass and keep it away. This requires intentional crabgrass removal that both removes existing plants and prevents new growth. What does crabgrass look like, what is the best crabgrass killer, and what are the top […]

A home garden can provide you with fresh, natural food to enjoy throughout the spring and summer. When you eat food from your garden, there is no question about where it came from or where it has been. But before you can enjoy the fruits of your labor, you need to have a plan for […]