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How to Grow and Harvest Garlic

June 27, 2023 by Charlie Fletcher Leave a Comment

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It’s easy to grow and harvest garlic if you follow a few basic steps. Garlic, with its pungent aroma and distinct flavor, has been a staple ingredient in culinary traditions across the globe for centuries. To grow and harvest garlic in your garden, start by learning the nuances of the growing process. With a little planning and knowledge, you can cultivate a thriving garlic patch that will reward you with bountiful yields. The Benefits of Garlic There are many reasons to add garlic to your garden. For example, garlic has many medicinal benefits. Garlic has a rich concentration of organosulfur compounds. These compounds, including allicin, have been linked to anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. In addition, the act of gardening in itself is a gentle form of exercise and an activity that can improve memory and concentration. Keeping track of your plants' needs is a good way to improve your cognitive skills. Plus, being outdoors is good for your overall health, and … [Read more...] about How to Grow and Harvest Garlic

Gifts For Gardeners This Holiday Season

November 5, 2022 by HG&H Staff Leave a Comment

Here is an assortment of perfect gifts for gardeners and homeowners on your holiday shopping list.  Let’s face it. The colder months of the holiday season do not lend themselves to gardening in most climates. But that doesn’t mean gardening is completely out of mind. Avid gardeners and homeowners who must keep their yards neat and tidy appreciate garden-related gifts during “the most wonderful time of the year.” It is actually quite easy to find great gifts for gardeners and homeowners. These folks always need something to satisfy their green thumbs, finish a DIY project, or add one more personal touch to the property. That’s why the editors of Home, Garden and Homestead have put together their annual list of the best gifts for gardeners this holiday season. Heck, you might even want to give some of these gifts to yourself. Gifts for Gardeners: Tools Awesome Pruners When it comes to gifts for gardeners this holiday season, every homeowner and … [Read more...] about Gifts For Gardeners This Holiday Season

Daylighting and Interior Design Tips

October 10, 2022 by HG&H Staff Leave a Comment

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Top trends such as daylighting and interior design tips can make your home more valuable. That’s right! Interior design is not only about the look of your home and your individual preferences in home decor. Interior design can also impact the value of your home. You don’t need a huge budget to incorporate daylighting and other interior design tips.  Some intelligent and specific design choices can directly increase the value of almost any house. Just follow these daylighting and interior design tips to create more equity in your home. 1.   Join the Daylighting Bandwagon Daylighting is one of the hottest trends in interior design. Fortunately, it does not always require a lot of money. Daylighting can be accomplished with an mere change in how you approach lighting in your house. The concept of daylighting is actually quite simple. It's all about using more natural light the illuminate your home rather than relying on artificial lighting sources.  … [Read more...] about Daylighting and Interior Design Tips

Teach Kids About Kitchen Safety

August 31, 2022 by HG&H Staff Leave a Comment

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Teach kids about kitchen safety and start them on a delicious lifelong journey. Children can be introduced to the kitchen and the concepts of kitchen safety sooner than you think. Yes, the safety precautions can seem overwhelming and stressful. This is especially true if you’re allowing them to help out in the kitchen for the first time. The kitchen has been called the heart of a home. Your kids will spend lots of time in the kitchen, especially when you are cooking. But kitchens can be dangerous places. About 350,000 people are injured by kitchen knives each year according to Beaumont Emergency Hospital, and kitchen burns are also very common. Yet these dangers shouldn’t prevent you from introducing your children to the art of cooking healthy meals — and the safety precautions involved. Here’s what you should know if you’re considering cooking together as a family. Start Small When You Teach Kids About Kitchen Safety Many parents are eager to teach kids about kitchen … [Read more...] about Teach Kids About Kitchen Safety

Small Space Design Ideas to Maximize Your Home

July 8, 2022 by HG&H Staff Leave a Comment

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Small Space Design Ideas Make Any Home or Apartment Feel Larger. Spaces that feel and look cramped can adversely affect your mood. No one wants to spend time in a cramped or cluttered living room, dining room, or bedroom. In worse cases, you’ll lose interest in inviting friends over if your small house looks like a mess every time. Fortunately, there are countless ways to design small spaces. Regardless of how “small” your space is, you can play around with various design elements to make it look and feel larger. You’ll be surprised how these design strategies can change your home! Here are seven small space design ideas to help you maximize your home. We have included links to some of the items we highlight in this story. HG&H receives a small commission for sales generated by these Amazon link. Thanks for supporting this website! Small Space Design Ideas: Keep It Cozy Who says having a small space at home is a bad thing? By changing your mindset, you can easily … [Read more...] about Small Space Design Ideas to Maximize Your Home

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