When to harvest potatoes depends on your region and the jot down you’re growing. First early varietiesare planted between the end of February and early May. They typically are ready to be harvested 10 weeks after planting. Credit:Getty Images / terra24 These varieties are ideal options when planting in potato grow bags or large containers. A few to look for include Arran Pilot, Foremost, and Pentland Javelin among many others....

Learn the best tips, hacks, and lessons-learned for hastening carpet drying time. Cleaning carpet is one of those necessary but dreaded household chores. But how long does it take to get your home back to normal? Credit:Getty Images / scyther5 For example, steam cleaning is ideal for heavily soiled carpets. Shampooed carpets usually dry in under 10 hours. Generally, plush carpets take more time to dry because they absorb more water during cleaning....

Here are the key factors to consider when installing new hardwood floors (and how to budget accordingly). The vintage feel and overall durability make it a classic choice that is hard to beat. But hardwood flooring is also generally expensive. Credit: Anthony Masterson The variance is based on the throw in of wood you use and the complexity of the installation process. Each varies in style and price. There is a measure of hardness called Janka to rank hardwood....

Dane Tashima Today’s backyards are about more than just perfectly manicured lawns. Instead,hardscaping,outdoor kitchens, and outdoor living features like fireplaces are increasingly popular. A fireplace offers an image that cannot be duplicated. Credit:Dane Tashima Outdoor fireplaces are either installed as freestanding structures or as part of covered patios or similar structures. Homebuyers also like outdoor fireplaces, making them a good investment for resale. Outdoor fireplaces can seriously up your homes value and curb appeal, saysColeman Cosby, Yardzens in-house construction expert....

Carpets are a common feature in most homes. They make a room feel cozy while adding texture and warmth. However, dirt, dust, and allergens thrive in carpets. Credit:Getty Images / Liudmila Chernetska Regular vacuuming removes surface debris, but only deep cleaning can eliminate bacteria and nasty stains. So, how often should you clean your carpets? Hubert Miles, Certified Master Inspector and owner ofPatriot Home Inspectionsin South Carolina, shares why. “Carpets should be professionally cleaned every 12 to 18 months,” says Miles....

Provide a few basics like food and water to draw in a variety of feathered friends. These simple tips will help you keep them coming back for more. Part of the beauty of any landscape is the fascinating wildlife that lives in it, including beautiful songbirds. Credit: Bob Stefko Whendesigning and planting beds and borders, think both horizontally and vertically. Include annuals, perennials, herbs, vegetables, and grasses. Suet and mealworms attract insect-eating birds such as nuthatches and woodpeckers; cracked corn draws pigeons and doves....

While many would love to have ahome libraryto read and relax in, that’s not always an option. But if your home is tight on extra space, you might need to get creative. Work with What You’ve Got Do you have an unused closet? Credit:Julie Soefer An empty spacenext to your staircase? How about a built-in bench? If you don’t have an empty room, use existing spaces to create your book nook....

They are the perfect accent towreaths, long-lasting bouquets, or otherdecorating projects. Materials Step-by-step Tie flowers to a clothes hanger to make them easier to hang. It will preserve petal shape and color a little better than air drying or microwaving. Dried florals like the hydrangeas, bluish globe thistles, and pink-tinged ornamental oregano in this arrangement can be almost as colorful as fresh flowers.Credit: Carson Downing Once dry, rejoin the stem to the head with hot glue and florist tape....

Experts offer advice on setting prices, taking photos, and maximizing profit while staying safe on resale sites. Below, experts weigh in on how to use these platforms for the best results while staying safe. For best results, youll want to do some research. Credit:Getty Images / Svetlana Levin Consider, too, what you initially paid for the item. Then, take a look at the items condition. The item’s condition, brand, age, and seasonality all contribute to its perceived value....

Here, we roast the prime rib low and slow in the oven for the most tender results. Allow 2 to 2-1/2 hours for rare or 2-1/4 to 3-1/4 hours for medium. Place meat in a self-sealing plastic bag set in a shallow dish. Credit:BHG / Crystal Hughes Pour marinade over meat. Marinate in refrigerator at least 6 hours or up to 24 hours, turning bag occasionally. Drain meat, discarding marinade....

Add new taste sensations to a popular potluck food by jazzing up standard deviled eggs. BHG / Ana Cadena Any gathering where food is involved is a good gathering to serve deviled eggs. This is our basicdeviled eggs recipewith a classic 3-ingredient filling for those who like a traditional recipe. Credit:BHG / Ana Cadena But our Test Kitchen also created four flavor variations, if you’d like to change up the filling....

Learn how to make homemade hash browns the easy way. Heres how to make perfecthash browns: Know that excess water is the enemy. Well show you how to cook hash browns in a frying panthe best way to make homemade hash browns. Credit: Blaine Moats But first, check that you choose the best potatoes for your hash browns. Start with a package of frozen or refrigerated shredded or cubed hash browns....

The perfect, mouthwatering centerpiece for your holiday table. There are many varietiesfrom smoked to fully cooked, to ready-to-cook. Now, onto the fun part: the whiskey-infused glaze! Credit:Brie Goldman Dont be afraid to use bourbon to cook, baste orglaze your ham. It is just likecooking with wineand your food wont end up having a heavy alcohol flavor. Use 12 cup honey and 12 cup maple syrup instead. Credit:Brie Goldman In favor of warm spice flavor?...