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When it's time to bring your houseplants indoors, do this one thing: Sprinkle them with black pepper. Ground black pepper is a natural deterrent for insects, so any little bugs that may get a free ride into your home will ...Read More

Did you know your everyday purchases can also help feed an animal in need? Skout’s Honor -- a maker of eco-friendly pet care products -- donates a meal for every bottle sold. To date, nearly 33 million meals have been ...Read More

Broccoli is considered a super-vegetable by many nutritionists, since the heads are nutrient-dense in vitamins B1, B6, E, calcium, iron, niacin and zinc. But did you know broccoli leaves aren't just edible and nutrient-...Read More

Did you know there's a right way to water houseplants? First, don't overwater; just stick your finger about 1 inch down in the soil. If it's very dry, the plant needs water. Then determine what type of tap water you have ...Read More

Carpeting is one of the top items sent to landfills every year. If you have wall-to-wall carpet that you want to replace because it looks old and faded, consider hiring someone to re-dye it instead. Yes, you can dye carpet...Read More

It's fine to reuse potting soil if the plants that were growing in it were healthy and had no signs of disease or pests. But if you're unsure, you can sterilize it yourself to get it ready for reuse. Start by removing all ...Read More