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Many of the same native perennials you see along trails in wild natural areas of New England can be integrated into your own landscape. Just be aware that most wildflowers in wooded areas will require part shade. Although there are exceptions, neither full sun nor dense shade is ideal for growing most New England native woodland flowers. And, be aware that woodland wildflowers in New England are typically spring ephemerals (whose foliage disappears when blooming is finished), so don’t expect an attention-grabbing summer display from these plants....

But there’s no reason time spent in the laundry room can’t be more pleasant, and a big help in that department is keeping the laundry room more organized and clutter-free. With some of these laundry room storage ideas, you’ll be able to give every detergent or pile of mismatched socks a spot—and you just may love the laundry room so much, you’ll actually choose to spend more time there!

Here are 15 spring break activities that are great for kids.

Here are 16 awesome Ikea hacks for a child’s bedroom or playroom.

As we know, there’s always flux and flow in the world of home design. There’s been a resurgence of the puffy, round, wavy, and squiggly. Edgy and sharp often feel so serious. The antidote is the playful ups and downs and swoops of the curvy decor trend, and it has staying power. Welcome the look into your own home with the following 17 pieces.

Unlike a shower with conventional, hand-held, and rainwater showerheads attached to the same water source, a double shower features two showerheads within close reach that are controlled separately so each person can adjust the water temperature and length of their shower to suit their own needs. Check out these double shower ideas in a range of layouts, styles, sizes, and finishes. Read more about our Diversity and Inclusion Pledge to make The Spruce a site where all feel welcome....

Here are suggestions for plants with winter interest across a wide range of hardiness zones. Boxwood: Toxic to petsJapanese skimmia: Toxic to humansNadina: Toxic to petsJapanese holly: Toxic to humans, toxic to pets To make sure that the plant forms the desired dense mat, winter heath should be pruned right after flowering. USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-7Flower color: Pink, whiteLight: Full sun, partial shadeMature Size: 6-9 in. tall, 1-2 ft. wide...

It isn’t hard to understand why this trend has taken off. When paired with the right accessories and furniture, shiplap looks stunning as flooring, as wall paneling and even on the ceiling. This gorgeous living room from lizmariegalavan on Instagram has wide-planked shiplap flooring is proof that this versatile material can work anywhere—and will always make a statement. 

The modern nursery is fresh and sophisticated. Its goal is clean lines, sculptural elements, and a clutter-free environment where only the things you need are displayed. Opt for a neutral color palette, splurge on a stylish light fixture, and you’ve left babyish behind and created a space where your little one can grow into it and enjoy for years to come. These gorgeous modern nursery rooms are guaranteed to give you ideas and inspiration....

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Koi fish are beautiful and their movements are quite soothing. Many owners find watching them swim and caring for them to be a calming practice. Adding a koi pond to your yard is a great way to add a sense of tranquility to your outdoor space.

Without a doubt, you will absolutely relish making these DIY wood pallet plans. These indoor and outdoor projects are a fun and economical way to create a lively home and garden with a style that straddles edgy and traditional for truly a modern rustic look. Accessible to anyone with the motivation to source street-side pallet materials, most projects require only tools that you may already have on hand. With little more than a prybar, hammer and nails, cordless drill, and saw, you’ll be able to construct most of these do-it-yourself pallet projects in a day or two....

Traditional tile flooring can serve as a quiet backdrop that allows other elements to shine, creating a timeless look. Colorful or patterned tiles can help to define zones in an open plan room or create a transition between spaces. Dramatic tile flooring can set the tone or change the whole mood of a room, creating a focal point or a final flourish that elevates the rest of your design. Check out these floor tile ideas in a range of styles for inspiration on how to use tiling flooring in every room of the house....

An untidy desk creates consistent interruptions from your work. The constant influx of mail and projects can make it even more challenging to address the mess, let alone maintain a tidy space. And since crowded desktops can quickly distract you from focusing on the task at hand, it’s important to find solutions to the problem. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to create a tidy workspace. Here are 30 of our favorite ideas to help you get organized....

What used to be an occasional piece of protective equipment for most of us is now part of our everyday lives and ensuring they’re clean is vital to staying healthy and safe. With countless guidelines and tips swirling around, it can be hard to stay on top of general rules much less remember the correct way to wash your reusable face mask. To stay safe and maintain your masks’ protective qualities, there are a few mistakes many of us have made (and might be continuing to make) with reusable face masks that should be avoided....

If you’ve ruled out buying an antique rug because the finer details of finding the right one for you sound too complicated, we can help. We turned to Joanna Mahserdjian, founder of Upstate Rug Supply, to discuss all the misconceptions we’re clinging to when it comes to buying antique rugs. Myth: Vintage Rugs and Antique Rugs Are Interchangeable Truth: Vintage Rugs and Antique Rugs Are Actually Very Different As the first order of business, Mahserdjian explains that antique rugs and vintage rugs are different....