7,977 Sq. Ft. Estate in Orono, MN ($4,950,000)

Specifications: ListedherebyJessica Gillin Coldwell Banker Realty Photos: Rear view

February 26, 2024 · 1 min · 9 words · Mrs. Kelly Rice

Butterfly Bush – the Centerpiece of the Garden: A Butterfly Garden is Not Complete Without This Flowering Shrub

The butterfly bush is native to China and was brought to England in the 1700s. The Latin name for this plant is Buddleja davidii and there are over 100 species. They also come in dwarf varieties that are about half the size of full size bushes. The branches grow in elegant arches and look better if left untamed. Some varieties bear flowers in uncommon colors such as red, blue or yellow....

February 26, 2024 · 2 min · 287 words · John Daniels

Essential Tips for Feeding Your Dog a Healthy Diet

Feeding your dog a balanced and nutritious diet is essential for their overall health and long life span. Here are some essential tips for feeding your dog a healthy diet. In this article Choose Quality Ingredients When selecting dog food, always read the ingredient list carefully. Look for high-quality protein sources like chicken, beef, or fish as the first ingredient. Avoid products with fillers, artificial preservatives, and by-products. Whole grains like brown rice and oats are better than processed grains like corn or wheat....

February 26, 2024 · 3 min · 445 words · Evelyn Chavez

Fall Flowers for Autumn Color: Plants to Keep Fall Color in the Garden Beds, Borders and Containers

With the cooling days of autumn, many summer perennials begin to cease their blooms. Gardeners can keep the color going for the autumn months by including these plants. #1. Coral bells (Heuchera spp.) They are known for their dramatic foliage color and add a real splash of color to a fall bed. Sizes range from a few inches tall, to about 2 feet tall with tall flower cluster spikes. #2. Ivy (Hedera spp....

February 26, 2024 · 1 min · 135 words · Jose Lloyd MD

Fall Flowers to Light Up Shade Gardens

As the gardening season draws to a close, late-blooming perennials are a special treat, wherever they appear. thunbergii Variegatum), which turns a lovely pale yellow. #1. Asters (Aster spp.) They are beloved border and meadow plants, but there are species for shade gardeners, too. Plants range from 2 to 5 feet and bloom from late summer into fall. All are native North American wildflowers hardy in Zones 4 to 8....

February 26, 2024 · 2 min · 403 words · Christina Bennett

Fragrant Plants for Autumn Gardens: Using Scent and Aroma in the Fall Landscape

Try these plants for fall fragrance. Try adding one or more of these plants to a fragrant themed garden to extend the seasonal interest! The flower fragrance is said to help repel harmful insects from the garden, giving bugbane the common name. But for the fragrance garden it is a great source of soothing, sweet aroma in the landscape. The long-lasting blooms make a great transition into the fall season for any fragrance themed garden....

February 26, 2024 · 1 min · 75 words · Crystal Blair

10,368 Sq. Ft. Mansion in Edina, MN ($4,995,000)

Specifications: ListedherebyBarry BergChad Larsen Coldwell Banker Realty Photos: Aerial front view

February 25, 2024 · 1 min · 11 words · Jeffrey Paul

10,484 Sq. Ft. Estate in Corbett, OR ($6,000,000)

Specifications: ListedherebyDaniel Lowe Barnes Portland Photos: Aerial view

February 25, 2024 · 1 min · 8 words · Lindsey Rodriguez

10,918 Sq. Ft. Mansion in Mount Desert, ME ($17,000,000)

Specifications: ListedherebyThe Knowles Company Photos: Aerial rear view

February 25, 2024 · 1 min · 8 words · Seth Spencer

14,307 Sq. Ft. Mansion In Osage Beach, MO ($9,490,000)

Specifications: ListedherebyJeffKrantz House façade

February 25, 2024 · 1 min · 4 words · Brittney Rodriguez

31+ Easy Affordable DIY Compost Bin Ideas

Are you looking to start composting but worried about the cost and complexity? Many gardeners face these challenges, yet the benefits of composting are too good to ignore. Composting turns kitchen scraps and yard waste into rich soil, improving plant health and reducing waste. This process is not only good for your garden but also for the planet. Our goal here is to show youlow-cost compost bin ideasthat are simple and easy to put together....

February 25, 2024 · 6 min · 1068 words · Jennifer Edwards

41+ Clever Plastic Bottle Vertical Garden Ideas

Gardens are a great way to add natural beauty to any space. you’ve got the option to plant flowers or even grow essential ingredients for your kitchen. They also make for great DIY projects and can be started anywhere. In this article, we look at some ideas for plastic bottlevertical gardens. In this article How do you make a hanging garden out of a plastic bottle? The final result should resemble a water trough like the one used by animals on farms....

February 25, 2024 · 3 min · 607 words · Nicole Wall

6,398 Sq. Ft. Mansion in Lake Oswego, OR ($7,200,000)

Specifications: ListedherebyJustin HarnishErrol Bradley Harnish Company Realtors Photos: Garage

February 25, 2024 · 1 min · 9 words · Courtney Carlson