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My freshly-cut Christmas tree smelled foul – but I fixed it cheaply and quickly with this DIY deodorizing spray

It was back to alpine-fresh in less than 24 hours

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DIY cloche ideas – experts recommend 5 alternatives to protect plants from cold and pests

Proven solutions to keep plants safe, including the best materials to pick for homemade garden cloches

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If you want uniform planting, you need to try this easy DIY seed tape hack

Discover how to make DIY seed tape – for super simple, zero waste seed sowing

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Christie Brinkley has renamed and rewilded her front yard – experts say her technique has benefits that translate to every garden

The model used a gardening practice that has become increasingly popular among home-owners – for stunning results

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Gisele Bündchen's meditative backyard oasis is the ultimate calming space – a master gardener explains how to replicate her tranquil planting

The model cares for her well-being by using a curated, tropical climbing garden in her backyard – its calming effects go far beyond beauty (and it works in any outdoor environment)

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Zooey Deschanel's purple roses are bold, romantic, and show-stopping – a master gardener explains how she keeps them full and vibrant into the fall

The actress's cottage-style garden celebrates an unexpected color with healthy blooms, here's how to keep your roses just as happy

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Nancy Meyers' fresh-cut lilies are 'still so pretty 6 days later' – experts explain how she makes them last

Nancy Meyers keeps her bouquet of white lilies looking fresh as ever in a glass vase on her coffee table, they're incredibly simple to care for

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Rachael Ray uses long-lasting perennials, full borders, and blooming buds to create a vibrant garden that will impress into fall

The chef's garden is a masterclass in planting that, experts say, will 'live through the changing seasons' – and it's so easy to recreate

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Martha Stewart transitions from summer to fall with this enduring bloom – it's surprisingly easy to grow

The garden guru's dahlias are vibrant and voluminous, proving that this beloved bloom is a fantastic pick for outdoors and vases alike

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Mark Zuckerberg's backyard decor is unique – but his technique is a surprisingly simple way to transform outdoor spaces

Though we've never seen anything quite like the Facebook CEO's garden decorating, it's a highly replicable way to elevate your backyard

Homes & Gardens

Leaf blowers vs leaf vacuums – which is best for your yard, and should you bother with either?

It's not obvious which is best between leaf blowers v leaf vaccums. As a product tester, this is all you need to know about these controversial yard tools

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Blake Lively experiences 'multi-sensory joy' with this flower – experts say it's one of easiest to grow in any yard

The actress's bright and colorful zinnias are delightful and easy to care for, making them a must-have flower in any amateur or professional garden

Homes & Gardens

How to deadhead pentas plants – for an even more impressive display of bright blooms

These clusters of vibrant flowers will start to fade at the end of summer, but you can keep this shrub healthy by giving it an essential chop

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5 signs your plants are suffering from heat stress – and expert tips to help revive them again

Extreme summer temperatures can sometimes cause more harm to plants than good. Here's what you need to know about plant heat stress

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Martha Stewart's hydrangeas are 'one of the easiest plants to grow' – but they're even easier to care for

The pink, blue, and purple hydrangeas are beautiful garden additions, and, experts say, they're surprisingly simple to maintain

Homes & Gardens

Reese Witherspoon shows us how to transition a popular indoor plant to the porch – for a summer statement piece

The actress takes the beloved Monstera and keeps it on her porch, which experts say is not only visually pleasing but beneficial for the plant itself

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Martha Stewart's tropical poolside accessory is refreshingly easy to maintain – and it cools her yard down

Stewart keeps potted palm trees next to her outdoor swimming pool – adding vibrant greenery and relief from direct sunlight

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5 plants you should never deadhead – experts say it's more beneficial to leave these fading flowers alone

There are a few reasons why you might not want to remove spent blooms straight away

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Martha Stewart's 'romantic' larkspurs are perfect for summer – and experts say they work both inside and outside the home

From a vase in our living room to a planter on our patio – Stewart's seasonal larkspur makes a cottage garden-inspired statement in every sized space

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How to grow and care for peach trees – 3 expert tips for an abundant harvest of juicy fruit and beautiful blossoms

Peaches are the perfect fruit for summer, plus they show off dazzling pink flowers in spring

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Viola Davis's stunning vertical planting secret is an ingenious way to maximize growing space in a small yard

The exterior of the actress's home is a masterclass in a gorgeous and effective growing technique – experts say it has benefits far beyond aesthetics

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Martha Stewart proves that a fresh, blooming flower bouquet is a beautiful piece of home decor in its own right

Martha Stewart's fresh-cut roses are the ultimate spring accessory – experts discuss their eternal appeal

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Nancy Meyers adorned her neutral coffee table with these specific peonies – and we can display them in the same way

The filmmaker is known for her cozy and comforting interiors, and her latest home photo proves that flowers can truly brighten up any space

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Ina Garten's white wisteria is a long-lasting statement piece in her garden – it just requires some specific care

The Barefoot Contessa's whimsical wisteria is proof that patience pays off in the garden – and it looks just as beautiful in a container

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Christie Brinkley's giant peonies are a 'dinner plate-size' delight – and surprisingly easy to care for

Supermodel-turned-home gardener Brinkley has opted for a unique variety of one of spring's most popular blooms: the tree peony

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