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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

Are you planning to host a large outdoor party where beer will be offered? While beer bottles and cans are recyclable, you can go one step further to green your backyard affair. Consider renting a keg of beer, which ...Read More

Do you have a pool and need to dispose of old water? Start by letting it naturally dechlorinate -- remove the cover and avoid adding any chemicals so the chlorine can dissipate. Test the water to ensure chlorine levels are...Read More

This is a good time to look at trees and shrubs for sale at your local nursery and plant them in your yard. Early fall is an ideal time for most climates, because it's an "in-between" weather season where it's still warm ...Read More

When choosing paint to use indoors, look for semi-gloss or satin finishes instead of flat paint. The slight sheen helps reflect more light off the walls from light fixtures, so you can use fewer lights and lower-wattage ...Read More

When it's time to collect leaves from the yard, avoid a leaf blower and use a rake. Yes, it's great exercise, but it's also better for your lawn. While you rake up the leaves, you're removing dead blades of grass. It also ...Read More