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Bonnie's interests include hiking, a passion she nurtured while living in Upstate New York, and cooking, gardening, and home decorating. These hobbies allow her to express her creativity and connect with nature, providing a well-rounded balance to her busy life. Through her professional achievements, community involvement, and personal pursuits, she embodies a holistic approach to life, dedicated to service, growth, and well-being.

Imagine stepping into your backyard and finding a lush, private retreat—a space designed just for relaxation, reading, or entertaining. With a little planning, you can transform any outdoor space into your own personal oasis. Creating a garden retreat is simply a matter of planning the space you have available. Don’t hesitate to rearrange plants; flexibility …

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Over time, our homes experience wear and tear, especially if you have children and pets running around. This can make a house look dated or as if the owners simply don’t care. If you’re looking to spruce up your home, there is no shortage of easy weekend projects you can undertake to either overhaul or …

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Many plant parents root their cuttings in water, but a recent YouTube video by Secateur Me Baby shares that this could be harming your plants, and that rooting them in soil leads to stronger roots and a healthier plant. The Downsides of Water Propagation Water propagation is a popular method for propagating plants because it …

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Gardening is more than just a fun pastime. It’s relaxing and beneficial as well, especially when you have beautiful landscaping and home-grown food to eat as a result of it. But, it’s also not the easiest task in the world. There are rules, and plants are living organisms that require a great deal of care, …

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One given when you have a garden is that there will be bugs hanging around your beloved plants. Learning more about the insects in your region, though, can help you determine whether they’re friend or foe. You’ll find a mix of good and bad bugs in your garden, and it’s important to recognize them so …

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Gardening, for many, is a lifestyle. When the ground is frozen, and frost is still a valid concern, it’s normal for that green thumb to get itchy. However, there are many ways to stay active and nurture that green thumb, even if you can’t get your garden started quite yet. Some of it may be …

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With pets and children in my home, I’m constantly cleaning, especially when they start bringing seasonal illnesses home. In the past, it wasn’t always easy to find cleaners that were safe for both my pets and my plants, but that has changed in the last few years. Now, there are several products on the market …

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Gardening has always been a mix of art and science, but now, technology is taking it to a whole new level. A recent report from Technavio says the landscaping and gardening industry is expected to grow by $9.7 billion between 2024 and 2028. The biggest reasons? Artificial intelligence (AI) and a growing focus on eco-friendly …

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Getting outdoors is good for the soul, and you don’t even have to go far to do it. If you have a patio, you can create the perfect space to entertain, relax, or simply escape. But setting up the perfect space means putting a little time and attention in. After all, it’s to be your …

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