Year-round gardening: Plant bulbs now for spring color

Gardeners are optimists. We know that planting hardy bulbs now will bring us flowers in spring — tulips, daffodils, crocus, squills, hyacinths, fritillaria and alliums, to name a few. Bulbs should be in the ground four to six weeks before the ground freezes. In Colorado Springs, that means plant them from mid-September through mid-October. Bulbs … Read more

Gardening tips: plant Crocosmia ‘Lucifer’

Plant this Crocosmia ‘Lucifer’ is a stalwart of a “hot” border, producing generous explosions of scarlet flowers against stiff iris-like foliage in late summer. It makes a wonderful cut flower, too. Grow in full sun or partial shade in any reasonably fertile soil. Height and spread 1m x 1m. Treat this If something is taking irregular notches out … Read more

So, Who’s Modern Family Killing Off This Season?

The Grim Reaper has finally come for a member of the Pritchett-Dunphy clan, and no amount of intervening from the ABC overlords can prevent it. In the upcoming tenth season of Modern Family— which will likely be its last, but who knows anymore — a “significant” character will die, and their death “will be a moving event” that … Read more

September showers: Budget-friendly up-tick of the bathroom

Kya deLongchamps breaks down the potential issues and cost to kick up the feel, quality and style in a new shower-room. Installing a shower where the bath once held sway and throwing down new, white ware and tiling, is a favourite budget-friendly up-tick. Any renovation requires micro-management. Follow our practical pointers to stage a new, luxurious … Read more

3 Benefits of LED Lighting

You should always review the kind of lighting that is used in your home or business. By understanding the benefits of LED lighting Tampa residents are able to make the switch with confidence. There are more benefits than you may realize. Longer Life The average life of an LED bulb is going to be considerably … Read more

How to Find the Right Maid Service

It’s important to find a maid service that meets your needs. It can provide you with the opportunity to get your home clean and in order without having to do all of the work on your own. When it comes to searching for a maid service Rockville MD residents look for a few different things. … Read more

Why You Should Hire a Professional Roofer for Installation

People that enjoy a home improvement project there and there might find the idea of tackling a roof installation tempting, but you should consider all angles before making that choice. Below are a few good reasons to hire a professional for the job. Meeting Local Compliance Regulations Although it is not necessary to have a … Read more

Remodeling Your Bathroom

If you are remodeling your bathroom, it would be best to start with your bathroom countertop. This usually sets the tone for the entire remodeling process. You might not know where to start when deciding on how you want your bathroom countertop to look, but there are a few things you can do to get … Read more