These tiny plants are big on flavor and loaded with antioxidants and vitamins. Plus, they’re super easy and quick to grow yourself. Here’s how to start growing microgreens yourself. Credit: Dean Schoeppner What Are Microgreens? Even though they’re small, these plants pack a big, bold flavor. Don’t confuse microgreens with sprouts, even though they look similar and both are seedlings. Credit: Illustration by La Scarlatte Microgreens are grown in soil, typically eaten fresh, and we eat only the seed leaves and stem....

Will it survive in your area? This question iswhy the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map was created. A glance at it, and you might figure out your Zone. Credit:U.S. Department of Agriculture Okay, so now what? U.S. Department of Agriculture What Is the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map? Each Zone is 10F warmer (or colder) in an average winter than the adjacent Zone. Credit: Marty Baldwin The lower the Zone number, the colder the region....

Here’s everything you gotta know to decide if Shaker cabinets are right for your home. Shaker cabinets are minimalist, classic, and timeless. They fit well with any interior style, includingtraditional,transitional,farmhouse, andmodern. Credit:Jay Wilde Jay Wilde What Are Shaker Cabinets? Shaker cabinets are a simple and stylishcabinet design. Today, homeowners can choose from various materials, including reclaimed wood and FSC-certified hardwoods. Credit:David A Land Because Shaker cabinets are relatively austere, they stand out for craftsmanship....

Tiny white bugs on plants in your home or outdoors can be a big problem. Learn how to identify and get rid of them. Tomasz Klejdysz / Getty Images Spotting tiny white bugs on plants in your garden or home can be distressing. Credit:Tomasz Klejdysz / Getty Images Will they hurt your plant? What should you do? Dean Schoeppner 1. Credit:Dean Schoeppner With their wings folded, they appear slightly triangular....

Learn the characteristics of Spanish Colonial architecture, and get inspired to incorporate the look into your space. Ed Gohlich Spanish Colonial architecture is warm and timeless, characterized by neutral tones and natural textures. Houses in this style often incorporate bright white exterior walls, a classic element of Mediterranean architecture. Credit:Ed Gohlich Theyre also influenced by Mexican, Pueblo, andMoorish design styles. The following are classic elements of Spanish Colonial style. Adobe Walls Adobe bricksessentially baked mud bricksare a natural building material used worldwide for millennia....

Prioritize air quality during your next DIY project with these zero-VOC paint brands. Are you considering a new paint color for your nextroom refresh or DIY project? Besides color and finish, consider whether you’d prefer a zero-VOC paint for your project. Credit: Marty Baldwin Use this guide to learn more about VOCs and theirimpact on air quality. What Are VOCs and Are They Harmful? VOC is an acronym that stands for volatile organic compounds....

Could the culprit be disease, pests, temperature extremes, or perhaps anutrient problem? Heres how to remedy each of thesecommon houseplant problemsthat cause brown tips on plants. Instead of giving your plant babies hydration whiplash, thebest way to water a houseplantis to do itconsistently. Credit: Dean Schoeppner Its always a good idea to keep adding water until you see it run out of the drainage holes. Then, move the pots back to their regular spots on saucers....

Mold on your indoor seedlings isn’t a lost causehere’s how to fix the problem. While moldy seedlings may look alarming, they dont automatically need to be thrown in the trash. Why Do Seedlings Get Moldy? Credit:Kindra Clineff Most of the time, these spores lie dormant. This fresh layer makes it harder for mold spores to regrow. Avoid Overwatering The main reason why seedlings develop mold in the first place is due to overwatering....

Learn what color goes with black to add style and dimension to any space. Of course, we love it for adding bold contrast to afarmhouse kitchen. Since black is technically a neutral color, it pairs well with just about any color. Credit:David Land Here, a vibrant rug warms while a black sofa grounds the space and mirrors theblack ceilingabove. Altogether, the orange, sage, and black give this space an easy elegance....

This soft shade of brownish gray goes with practically everything. What color is taupe? It’s aneutral shadethat falls somewhere between brown and gray. Credit: Dane Tashima The elegant color is comforting in its simplicity and reliability. Master a Monochromatic Color Scheme Amonochromatic color schemecreates an elegant, timeless, and tranquil environment. Explore the shades of taupe, from darkest to lightest, and combine them to create the perfect balance. Credit: Helen Norman Photography...

Anthony Masterson Blue is a perennial favorite for interior color schemes. Blue also lends itself well to just about any design style. Go traditional with nautical blue and white or use adark navy shadeas a neutral. Credit:Anthony Masterson Layer light blues with crisp white, sandy beige, and natural textures for a coastal-inspired aesthetic. Whether youre updating a room or starting fresh, heres what colors go with blue to inspire your palette....

It might not be the flashiest color, but brown is far from boring. The color brown too often gets a bad rap for being lackluster or boring. Or, pair chocolate tones with crisp neutrals for an elevated andsophisticated living space. Clockwise, from top right: Transcend by PPG, Gingersnaps by Benjamin Moore, Turbinado by Clare, Toffee Crunch by Behr, and Oak Creek by Sherwin-Williams.Credit: Carson Downing Deciding which brown is right for your walls depends largely on how you want the room to feel....

Create a color scheme that beautifully highlights gold’s stylish sheen. Layers of wear give the pieces more visual weight, which helps them draw attention. Here’s a look at the colors that go with gold and best highlight its precious-metal qualities. Credit: Edmund Barr Go glam by pairing navy blue or royal purple paint or fabrics with gilded antique frames and furnishings. Soften the contrast by mixing metallic gold finishes with gray-tone lavender or powder blue tocreate high-interest yet serene spaces....