Kim Cornelison Why are thosegorgeous orchid flowersfalling off your plant too soon? How do you stop it? Justin Kondratis lead horticulturist at theSmithsonian Gardens Orchid Collection, where he cares for the nations extensive orchid collection. Credit:Kim Cornelison How Long Should Orchid Flowers Last? One of the reasons people love orchids is that the flowers stay on the plant for a long time. Depending on the breeding, an orchid can give you a long season of blooms, he says....

If you notice your plant leaves turning yellow, several causes could be at play. When you notice green plant leaves turning yellow, you might think its a sign of impending botanical doom. But wait, dont panic! Credit:BHG / Madelyn Goodnight Its the plants way of making room for new foliage. If youre seeing sudden yellowing of many leaves at once, however, thatsdefinitely a distress signal. Second, the soil may be low in nitrogen, an important nutrient that plants need to grow properly....

Black garlic packs more nutrients than the regular kind and also brings some extra flavor. However, black garlic is neither and it is truly a culinary treat. Chefs love it for its unique flavor profile and nutritionists praise its health benefits. Credit:BHG / Julie Bang Here’s everything you oughta know. BHG / Julie Bang What Is Black Garlic? Black garlic is derived from the regular garlic you know and love....

The delicious date, otherwise known as natures candy, is changing its reputation. Nelly Cuanalo What Are Dates? It also has the ability to reduce cholesterol and blood pressure levels, making it a perfectheart-healthyfood choice. Credit:Nelly Cuanalo Dates contain high levels of manymineralsincluding potassium, magnesium, manganese, selenium, and copper. While all of the varieties offer similar nutritional content, each has a unique flavor profile. Here are just a few of the most popular dates youll find online and in the grocery store....

Design experts confirm arranging your books by color isnt a fad. Heres why color-coded shelves will never be cliche. Not all believe that book owners should prioritize style over substance. Credit:Brie Williams For others who prefer traditional organization methods, practicality and ease of finding specific titles are more important. In the end, its all about personal preference. Rosenthal likes tomatch walls with shelf colorsfor a seamless look. Credit:Courtesy of Rachel Rosenthal...

Why do we celebrate Saint Patrick’s day? Here’s the real reason behind that green beer you’re drinking. We typically associate Saint Patrick’s Day withdrinking green beerandwearing green clothing, so we don’t get pinched. Credit: NurPhoto/Getty Images But why do we celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day? There’s a lot more to this holiday story than leprechauns and shamrocks. Why Do We Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on March 17? St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated on March 17, no matter the day of the week....

Next time you stock up for cheesecake, keep these tips in mind. But if you regularly cook with cream cheese, you might have noticed that it tends to spoil quickly. Why is thatand what can you do to prevent it? Credit:Carson Downing Tara Collingwood,MS, RDN, The Diet Diva Why Does Cream Cheese Mold Quickly? Once its opened, its exposed to more air and potential contaminants, speeding up spoilage. Unopened cream cheese can stay in its original packaging until youre ready to mix it into acheesy diporcasserole....

Dishwashers can start to smell, but there are simple cleaning routines to remedy it. Dishwashers are a time-efficient and convenient appliance, but they can also be a source of unpleasant odors. If not properly maintained, foul smells from a dishwasher can make eat-in kitchens an unsavory place. Credit:Jason Donnelly One of the most common is a buildup of food particles and debris in thedishwashers filterand spray arms. If youre running a full cycle and the machine still smells, food is getting trapped somewhere....

Identify common water odors, including rotten eggs and wet dog, and discover how to fix these issues. Depending on the source of the smell, consuming the water could be harmless or a serious health hazard. If the issue is present in every faucet, themain water supplyis the likely source. Credit:Getty Images / Kseniya Ovchinnikova Additionally, identifying the specific smell can help determine what may be causing the issue. Why Does My Water Smell Like Chlorine?...

Mead, or honey wine, is good for more than the honeybees. This fermented drink is steeped in history, potentially one of the oldest alcoholic beverages of all time. But what exactly is mead, or honey wine? Credit:bhofack2 / Getty Images Here’s a full breakdown. What Is Honey Wine? Water and yeast round out this very simple, three-ingredient recipe. Mead can range anywhere from sweet to dry, and still to sparkling....

Find out why your AC unit is leaking and how to resolve this problem. An air conditioner helpskeep a home coolwhen the temperature outside begins to soar. It also releases the collected heat to the outdoors. Credit:Getty Images / DonNichols One common problem with air conditioners is that they may start to leak water. If you notice this, the first thing you oughta do is turn the air conditioner off....

Find out why a dishwasher might not be draining properly and how to fix it. Dishwashers help make quick work of messy dishes after a big meal. These are seven possible reasons for a dishwasher backing up and ways to address the situation. Credit:Emily Followill The knob at the back of the sink is known as an air gap. The purpose of this air gap is to prevent dirty sink water from draining back into the dishwasher....

Marty Baldwin 1. To ensure clothes dry properly,check the tagsand selectdryer settingsthat suit the key in of laundry. Fortunately, this is an easy-to-fix issue. Credit:Marty Baldwin Just check the manufacturer’s directions to determinehow much laundry you should loadinto the dryer. Spoilers: It might be less than you think. Check to double-check the dryer is plugged in and that the circuit breakers haven’t tripped. If a circuit breaker tripped during operation,reset the breakerand test the dryer....