Use these trees with white flowers to add elegance and romance to your front yard. Alpamayo Photo / Getty Images Trees with white flowers are often seen as harbingers of spring. So, no matter where you live, there are trees with white flowers to plant in your yard. Credit:Alpamayo Photo / Getty Images Many of these easy-to-grow trees not only produce an abundance of white blooms but also display gorgeous fall colors....

Choose these types of cactus plants to add a touch of the desert to your home. Grown indoors, most African milk trees stay under four feet and can live for decades. However, they are two distinct species and it’s Thanksgiving cactus that it more commercially available. Credit:Jobrestful / Getty Images This cactus grows well indoors in filtered bright light. Its flowers can be red, pink, white, purple, peach, or yellow....

Create festive wreaths, garlands, and more with fresh greenery from these evergreens and other plants. Karri Rose Decking the halls with fresh greenery is earth-friendly and easy on your wallet. Winter landscapes offer many festive possibilities for natural Christmas decor. Credit:Karri Rose Purchasing precut branches from Christmas tree farms or plant nurseries may also be an option. you’re able to also use pine branches to make kissing balls and wreaths....

These types of fruit trees are easy to grow, and some even thrive in pots. Apple When most people consider growing their own fruit,they think about apples. With more than 7,000 varieties of apple trees available worldwide, you should have no problem finding a favorite. Credit:Brie Williams double-check to select a pear tree appropriate for the number of chill hours in your area. Many European plum varieties are self-fertile, while hardier American plums need to be cross-pollinated....

Create a gorgeous, low-maintenance landscape with these North American beauties that also support wildlife. Carson Downing Ornamental grasses make beautiful,low-maintenance additions to any garden. However, some types can spread aggressively or are considered invasive, so it’s important to choose carefully. Credit:Carson Downing They’ll add height and texture to your plant combinations, mixing well withperennials,annuals, andbulbs. The size and shape offer a perfect choice, especiallytoward the front of garden beds. Give it space to show off its graceful, fine-textured leaves and seed heads....

These easy-to-grow crops are the perfect vegetables for raised beds because they love loose, well-draining soil. Beets Root cropsneed deep soil to grow, and beets are no exception. Credit:Matthew Benson Credit:Marty Baldwin Credit:DLeonis / Getty Images Credit:Brie Williams Credit:Bob Stefko Credit: Jamie Hadley Credit:Dana Gallagher Credit:Marty Baldwin Credit:Kindra Clineff Credit:Keller & Keller Credit:Bob Stefko

Equal parts bright and soothing, these are paint industry experts' favorite warm white shades. White will always be a classic when it comes to paint colors, butpicking the right shadecan be tricky. Give your home a bright yet inviting refresh with one of the following soft and creamy shades of white. Credit:Courtesy of Sherwin-Williams Heron Plume by Sherwin-Williams Courtesy of Sherwin-Williams Create atranquil bedroom retreatwithHeron Plume. Emily Kantz, color marketing manager at Sherwin-Williams, says it’s equally as effortless as it is timeless....

upgrade your home with the brand’s most popular shades. Each coat of paint sets a visual tone and has the power to instantly transform a space. The soft shade is a beautiful choice for a light and airy tone-on-tone look. Credit:Courtesy of Behr “It is awarm, welcoming whitewith the transformative power to offer limitless design opportunities,” she says. Pair it with warm wood tones and natural textures for a relaxed and layered aesthetic....

Take inspiration from the brand’s all-time favorites for your next painting project. Fromsoft neutralsto richly saturated tones, these tried-and-true favorites will help you give your home a sophisticated makeover. “Red Earthis a glorious red that sits between a pale brick and rich terracotta,” he says. Credit:Courtesy of Farrow and Ball It’s one of the brand’s softest whites that has a tiny touch of yellow for ultimate versatility. The smoky green-blue evokes a calm and serene feel, as well as a comforting familiarity....

Give your space a quick refresh with one of these tried-and-true paint picks. To help you narrow down the choices, Glidden is sharing their top best-selling paint colors of all time. Delicate White For the perfect shade of true white, look no further than Glidden’sDelicate White. Credit:Courtesy of Glidden Paint Color:Gypsum by Glidden Starless Sky Starless Skyis Glidden’s tried and true deepest black. When it comes to exteriors, stick with classic black and white accents for a timeless look....

A black bathroom will add drama and contrast to your home. If you’re just dipping your toes in the water, a classic black-and-white bathroom is a safe choice. Add a splash of black to the walls through wallpaper, tile, paint, or beaded board. Credit: Annie Schlechter Or incorporate it in small doses through light fixtures and cabinet hardware. Black and white hexagonal tile extends the colors onto the floor and its rosette details introduce a small-scale pattern....

Create a bold look with black paint, furniture, and decor. Brie Williams Black is a fashion staple, but can it work in a living room? If these black living room ideas are any indication, the answer is yes. Credit:Brie Williams Black and White Living Room This black living room idea capitalizes on the fact that opposites attract. Jewel tones are highly saturated and bring a lot of depth to a spaceespecially when paired with black....

Discover the best chive companion plants for keeping pests out of your garden naturally. Blaine Moats Thanks to their strongly scented leaves,chivesmake excellent companion plants that can repel garden pests. They also attract pollinators and other beneficial insects with their pinkish-purple flowers. Credit:Blaine Moats Strawberries At first glance,strawberriesand chives may seem like an odd plant pairing. However, keeping chives nearyour root cropscan repel these troublesome pests and help carrots and parsnips grow better....