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Snow-in-Summer Care Must-Knows Because snow-in-summer is native to dry, rocky areas, keep drainage top of mind when growing this plant. The plant’s roots may rot if the soil stays wet for long periods. Also, snow-in-summer doesn’t handle high humidity and summer heat well, especially if the plant remains wet. Consider this plant a short-lived perennial or even an annual if you plan on growing it in a warmer climate. For the brightest silver foliage, make sure your snow-in-summer gets full sun....

Wrap and Tote Wrap sandwiches individually in parchment paper, plastic wrap, or waxed paper. Place sandwiches in insulated lunch boxes. Add cooler packs or store lunch boxes in the refrigerator. Serve sandwiches within 5 hours.

Especially around Valentine’s Day, you’re probably most likely to find sweetheart hoya as a single potted leaf that’s only a few inches tall. That leaf is thick and fleshy, similar to other varieties of hoya; it’ll eventually grow vining stems with lots of smaller heart-shaped leaves spread out along its length. It can even produce small clusters of flowers, too. Sweetheart hoya is easy to care for. It loves getting plenty of indirect sunlight, so give it as bright a spot as possible, like a table near a south-facing window....

Learn more about coneflowers. Learn more about dahlias. 16 Steps to Better Bouquets Learn more about zinnias. Learn more about phlox. Learn more about globe amaranth. Learn more about sunflowers. Learn more about black-eyed Susan. See classic flower arrangement ideas for your home. Learn more about peonies. Learn more about yarrow. Learn more about roses

Automatic pool cleaners (or pool vacuums) remove debris from the surface of the pool floor and walls. While some cleaners are powered by your pool’s suction or water pressure, newer robotic cleaners have their own power source and container to avoid straining your pool’s existing equipment. Some non-robotic cleaners have their own containers, while others use your pool’s existing filtration equipment to house debris. With so many options it can be difficult to figure out which is best for your pool size and style....

“A napkin ring adds a touch of elegance to any table,” says Raquel Skrobarczyk, owner and principal designer at Heather Scott Home & Design. “And since people have been staying home by themselves these last few years, they want to go all out when entertaining. When putting together a table, they want to bring out special plates, table linens, and napkin rings to make everyone feel special and appreciated.” To arrive at the 13 best napkin rings, we researched a variety of choices available online, keeping in mind dimensions, material, and number per set....

Before you commit to any budget-friendly countertop material, consider your lifestyle and do your homework. If you have a busy kitchen that receives a lot of use, a durable, low-maintenance surface such as tile or solid surfacing might be the best fit. If you’re looking for extra cost savings, consider inexpensive countertop materials that can be easily installed as a DIY project, such as butcher block. In our guide below, we’ll walk you through five of the best budget-friendly countertop materials to consider for your kitchen, including tips on maintenance, clean-up, typical costs, and more....

However, deep cleaning an entire home is a big job, and sometimes even tackling a single room can be overwhelming. To make seasonal cleaning a breeze, break down each room into a checklist of must-do tasks. Then, integrate cleaning into your daily schedule to make it feel less like a chore. Follow this fall cleaning checklist for a room-by-room approach to tidying your home for the season. Kitchen Cleaning To-Dos The kitchen is often the center of the home, where everyone gathers when they get home from daily activities....

Bold Large-Scale Patterns The 2010s were a big decade for bold patterns. “Many of us can probably look at our graphic print accessories, whether it be a chevron pillow or a Moroccan motif area rug, and think back to 2014,” says Andrea Magno, director of color marketing and development at Benjamin Moore. Whether you embraced them or passed for solid colors, these high-energy, statement-making patterns were all the rage throughout the decade....