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Make sure to bring the batteries from your lawnmower, weedwhacker, or other power tools indoors before winter sets in.

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Learn how to care for a Christmas cactus (Schlumbergera bridgesii) so you can enjoy these holiday beauties for years to come.

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You don’t need a store-bought mix to make a good margarita at home. But if you’re having a big gathering and don’t have time to prepare your own, or you simply like the convenience or ...

Sarfaraz Khan delivered a stellar performance on Saturday, scoring his first Test century (150) and leading India's remarkable recovery in the first Test against New Zealand. With the hosts ...

Do you have piles of old potting soil sitting in your garden shed, taking up space and seemingly destined for the trash?

Potting soil tends to have fewer nutrients than planting mix, so we considered what organic matter or additives would contribute to the plant’s health and growth. For a few products, we looked ...