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Your bird feeder could be hiding infection and disease — here's how to tell, and what to do about it
By Madeleine Streets published
Bird feeders are a wonderful addition to your yard, but they can also spread disease if not managed properly.

Is January too late to plant spring bulbs? No, but here's how to do it the right way
By Madeleine Streets published
Planting in January means you may have to wait a little longer to see your plants flower, but you should still be able to enjoy the fruits of your labor within the next few months.

Why your Christmas cactus leaves are turning red — and how to bring back the green
By Kaycee Hill published
Discover what causes Christmas cactus to turn red and how to fix it before the damage gets worse.

I just tried this cordless snow shovel that throws 20 feet — and it’s a total game changer
By Mike Prospero last updated
I used a cordless snow shovel for the first time, and it proved to be a real game-changer.

Why metal snow shovels can damage your decking, and what to use instead
By Millie Fender last updated
Using metal snow shovels can cause permanent damage — here's what you should be using instead.

5 signs that your pipes have frozen — take note of these signals
By Annie Collyer published
Remember these 5 indications that your pipes are on their way to freezing, because you never know when you'll find this information useful.

Your lawn is vulnerable to snow mold right now — here's how to protect it before spring
By Kaycee Hill published
Snow mold is silently damaging lawns right now, here's what it is and what you can do about it

Never pour hot water on a frozen windshield — here's the safe way to defrost it fast with a common household item
By Kaycee Hill published
Learn how to defrost your windshield safely with rubbing alcohol spray that melts ice in seconds without risking glass damage.
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