Find more ideas for planting on a slope here. Coast Rosemary Care Easy-to-grow in average, sandy, or well-drained soil, coast rosemary thrives in bright sun, though it will tolerate part shade. Once established, it is highly drought tolerant. Plant coast rosemary in early spring and water it regularly during the first growing season to encourage a strong root system. Discontinue watering after the first growing season and count on the plant to handle extreme drought....

Some lemon-juicing tools are designed to separate out the seeds, but if you’re just using your hands or trying to add a squirt of lemon juice from a wedge, you’ve always got to keep an eye out for a surprise seed. Until now, there’s been no escaping them, as nearly all lemons have seeds (though you might get lucky and find one with just a few rather than a dozen or more)....

Like other members of the amaryllis family, these huge leafy plants emerge from gigantic pest-resistant bulbs rarely bothered by deer and rodents. Though these tropical bulbs can be planted year-round, spring is the best planting time. Avoid fall and winter to prevent cold damage. Make sure the largest part of the bulb is underground with the thin neck, or growing point, just above the soil surface. For containers, choose one 2 inches larger in diameter than the bulb....

Cypress Vine Care Must-Knows Cypress vine thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. A tropical vine, it grows best where summers are long and hot. This plant regularly grows 6 to 10 feet tall and occasionally stretches to 20 feet or more. A well-anchored fence, strong netting, or a trellis placed at planting time will help support the growth of these delicate-looking but vigorous vines. Cypress vine is easy to start outdoors directly in the garden, but wait until temperatures are regularly above 50 degrees Fahrenheit both day and night....

The homeowners dreamed of an outdoor living area where they could entertain a crowd but also enjoy a private, serene soak in a hot tub. They wanted the new deck to follow the pronounced slope behind the house and project toward the lake The resulting deck features two main levels-one for dining and one for a hot tub-but also includes a third level between the two. The intermediate level, featuring a grill, wraps around the home’s kitchen and breakfast nook on the far edge of the house....

So what is indirect heat on a grill? It’s that low and slow heat we mentioned, akin to your slow cooker but outside and with a burst of additional flavor from the smoke. Direct heat, in contrast, is a quicker and hotter cooking style since you’re placing the food directly over the heat source. Read on to discover how and when to grill direct or indirect heat, plus one technique that offers the best of both worlds....

We show you how to transform your bedroom wall using the right supplies and a few basic skills. So grab your DIY tools and get ready to follow our easy steps for gorgeous faux paneling. More Pretty Wood Wall Ideas The ideal material for the rails and stiles is medium-density fiberboard (MDF), an inexpensive 4x8-foot sheet you cut into strips. You’ll need a table saw to cut MDF and a pickup truck to haul it home....

Materials You’ll Need: Landscape block adhesive (Loctite or similar brand)4 pavers for sides (size can vary based on desired shape and capacity)Paver(s) for bottoms (number needed can vary based on planter size) Directions: Put pavers together without adhesive to make sure the size and shape are what you want. Use landscape block adhesive to attach pavers. Run a thin bead of adhesive along the edges, press pavers together, then let sit undisturbed for 24 hours....

5+ years of experience as a writer Contributor to Better Homes & GardensFormer lifestyle and food writer for Drake Magazine and Drake Political ReviewMore than 2 years of experience as a scientific research assistant Ella has grown up loving all things design, especially in the home. From going to interior design conventions in high school to redecorating her college-house (so it doesn’t look like a college-house), she strives to create beautiful, exciting spaces....

Can you eat Easter eggs that have been dyed? You can eat colored Easter eggs—just be safe if you’re going to eat them. Eggs that have been dyed with food-grade dyes or natural dyes are usually safe to eat. The American Egg Board advises that you discard hard-boiled eggs that have been out of the fridge for more than two hours. Keep them in the fridge until you’re ready to color them or serve them....

Key issues you’ll need to consider before building your home spa include: Should I get a spa or hot tub?Do I want a portable or in-ground unit?Will it be indoors or outside?What level of disruption will the installation entail?What zoning restrictions will I face?How will my insurance be affected?How can I keep my family and guests safe? What’s the Difference Between a Hot Tub and a Spa? You might have noticed that “spa” and “hot tub” are often used interchangeably....