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Types of Sunlight for Plants Full sun, part sun, part shade—what does it all mean? Sifting through light requirements on plant tags and then lining those up with the conditions in your yard can be tricky. Here’s a rundown of terms and definitions commonly used in gardening. Full sun: six or more hours of direct sunlight per day. The sunlight doesn’t have to be continuous; a plant might receive 2 hours of sunlight in the morning and another 4 hours in the afternoon....

Each year, paint companies and color experts reveal their picks for the shade that best encapsulates the current period. Their choices for paint color of the year often draw on trends in pop culture, fashion, technology, and design from around the world, and the results are starting to roll in for 2022. Minwax is the latest major paint company to announce its selection, but there will be more to come....

“Wood stain acts as a sealer for your deck, helping to keep out both moisture and pests, such as termites, which can lead to damage like mold, mildew, and wood rot,” says Michael Clarke, founder of Pulled, a digital platform that helps homeowners find and hire service providers for home projects. The winter can be an especially brutal time for your deck—snow and rain sinks deep into the wood and freezes, causing the planks to split....

In the new sleeping area, a bed with a slim headboard tucks under the eaves. Cabinets frame a large window, while a window seat piled with pillows serves as a comfortable perch; the top lifts for extra storage. In the hall outside the closet, a base cabinet featuring Shaker-inspired molding shines under a skylight. Designed to serve as a second spot for hanging clothes, the storage unit nods to the home’s original style, but a trio of funky pendant lights lends a modern touch that keeps the space from feeling dated....

“It’s a time for remembering loved ones and welcoming back their spirits,” says Pati Jinich, cookbook author and host of the PBS television series Pati’s Mexican Table. The holiday began in Mexico but is now celebrated all over the world by people with ties to Mexican culture. The premise of the holiday is simple: to pray for and remember friends and family members who have passed away. Learn all about Day of the Dead, the traditions, how its observed, and how to decorate for Day of the Dead....

1. Tear out the tub and build a new shower. One way to update a bathroom is to remove the existing bathtub and add a new shower unit. This is not a small job, so call a professional contractor to help you assess the space and potential solutions. In the footprint where the tub stands, you’ll likely have plenty of room to build a shower, but you’ll want to add a tile or solid surface curb to keep the water from spilling out into the bathroom....

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1. Painted Rustic Mantel An earthy shade of green accentuates the fireplace mantel in this rustic living room. The color beautifully complements the worn red brick of the surround and hearth. The mantel’s simple lines and painted finish put a modern spin on rustic style. 2. Wood Beam Mantel Clad in reclaimed barnwood planks, this fireplace design is rooted in farmhouse style. The boards run vertically, emphasizing the height of vaulted ceilings....

Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 1 foot tall Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: 18-36 inches tall Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained to dry soil Size: To 15 inches tall Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 5 feet tall Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 18 inches tall Growing Conditions: Full sun, damp to dry soils Size: To 4 feet tall Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: To 3 feet tall Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained to dry soil Size: To 8 inches tall Note: This long-lived plant can take a few years to get established—so be patient with it....

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Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade and well-drained soil Size: To 3 feet tall Zones: 3-7, depending on variety Buy It: Bellflower ($9, The Home Depot) Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade in well-drained soil Size: To 3 feet tall Zones: 3-8, depending on variety Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade and well-drained soil Size: To 18 inches tall Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade and well-drained soil Size: To 3 feet tall Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: 4-6 feet tall, depending on variety Zones: 3-7, depending on variety Buy It: Cobalt Dreams Delphinium ($17, The Home Depot) Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade and well-drained soil Size: To 1 foot tall Zones: 6-9, depending on variety Buy It: Pink Dianthus ($21, The Home Depot ) Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade and moist, well-drained soil Size: 2-5 feet tall, depending on variety Zones: 4-8, depending on variety Growing Conditions: Full sun and medium moist well-drained soil Size: 6-8 feet tall, depending on variety Buy It: Alcea rosea ‘Nigra’ ($15, White Flower Farm) Growing Conditions: Part sun to full shade and medium moist, well-drained soil Size: To 10 feet tall Buy It: Bloomstruck Hydrangea ($23, The Home Depot) Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade and medium moist, well-drained soil Height: to 4 feet tall Growing Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil Size: 1-2 feet tall Zones: 5-8, depending on variety Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade and medium moist, well-drained soil Size: 1-2 feet tall Buy It: Alchemilla mollis ($14, White Flower Farm) Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade and medium moist, well-drained soil Size: To 3 feet tall, depending on variety Zones: 3-8, depending on variety Name: Geranium ‘Johnson’s Blue’ Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade and medium moist, well-drained soil Size: To 18 inches tall Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade and medium moist, well-drained soil Size: To 4 feet, depending on variety Buy It: Bright Eyes Tall Garden Phlox ($19, The Home Depot) Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade and well-drained soil Size: To 2 feet tall Zones: 3-9, depending on variety Growing Conditions: Full sun to part shade and evenly moist, well-drained soil Size: To 9 inches tall Zones: 6-11, depending on variety...

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