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Everything You Need to Know About Trellises
Wouldn’t you say that certain plants and certain people could benefit from a little extra support? Human support usually comes from family, friends, coworkers, animals—the list goes on—while certain...
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10 Easy Pieces: Round Wood Dining Tables
An outdoor table should be simple and well-proportioned, blending into a landscape rather than fighting it for attention. There’s also something particularly accommodating about a round table; it’s...
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Gardening 101: Peony
Peony; Paeonia: “The Mistress” Peonies can be shrubs or they can be trees, and one of the only sad things about living in a warm climate is it’s difficult to grow either. Perennial peony likes a nice...
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10 Essential Insects You Need in the Garden
Start being nice to horseflies. Why? Every garden needs a tree or a pond, even if that means one sizable container, filled either with soil or water. A tree or a pond attracts insects and with them, a...
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5 Favorites: Scandinavian-Style Mailboxes
Of course the postman always calls twice; he’s in love with the mailbox. Above: Made of powder coated steel with a soft charcoal finish, a Grey Metal Post Box is £50 from Cox & Cox. Above:...
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Gardening 101: Borage
Borage, Borago officinalis: “Bees’ Delight” If you asked a bee what its favorite flower was—granted, if it could talk—the bee would likely reply: borage. Now, if you asked a bunch of kindergartners...
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Houseplant Help: 5 Tips to Keep Finicky Begonia Rex Alive
The American Begonia Society calls Begonia rex “the showboats of the begonia world.” That’s as maybe, but the king begonia, or Begonia rex Cultorum Group as they are more formally known, may just be my...
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10 Easy Pieces: Wood Compost Bins
Stylish compost? Not an oxymoron. Here are 10 of our favorite wood compost bins and composting systems, in sizes to fit all gardens: Single Compost Bins Above: A Worm Box made of oil larch wood has...
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Trending on Remodelista: 5 Scandi-Inspired Design Ideas to Steal
Streamline for spring. That was the Remodelista editors’ mantra this week as they traveled to Scandinavia to discover new interior design ideas to steal: High/Low Sofa Above: When Alexa spotted a...
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Current Obsessions: Spring in Scandinavia
On our radar as we head into April: plant swaps, book signings, and a Swedish acorn vase, sleuthed. Read on. Above: This week the Remodelista editors visited new favorite restaurants and shops in...
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Curb Appeal: Architects’ 10 Favorite White Paints
At the risk of stating the obvious, it’s hard to find the best paint color for your house’s exterior. White is a classic, but choose the wrong shade and you’ll end up with a very expensive mistake. We...
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Easter Cactus: A Succulent with Springtime Flowers
After years of coaxing a Christmas cactus to bloom on schedule, you may be surprised to learn there also is an Easter cactus that flowers in springtime. I know I was the other day when I came across a...
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Trending on The Organized Home: Spring Forward
With springtime upon us, The Organized Home editors got down and dirty with outdoor organization. Here’s a look. Above: Gardeners are constantly bringing the outdoors in, but this time we’re not...
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Garden Designer Visit: Annika Zetterman’s Ode to the Swedish Coast
Swedish garden designer Annika Zetterman, author of New Nordic Gardens ($30.59 from Amazon), brings to life gardens that seamlessly extend the natural Swedish landscape. For clients on the island of...
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Object of Desire: Birch Bristle Doormat
New doormat, new you. Welcome springtime (and its muddy shoes and boots) with enthusiasm: Above: Handmade in Sweden, a Birch Bristle Doormat is available in two sizes from $128 to $198 depend on size...
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Everything You Need to Know About Roses
Is there any flower more abundant in sensory overload than a rose? Good looks, delicious scent, wonderful for cutting, easy to grow (so long as you give them a good mulch every winter for they are...
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Landscaping Ideas: 10 Ways to Save Money During a Garden Remodel
Whether it’s a new patio or a complete garden overhaul, any landscaping project can quickly outgrow its budget unless you plan ahead. I speak from experience. In the five years since I moved into my...
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10 Easy Pieces: Wrought Iron Front Gates
What does your garden gate say about you? A front gate announces your intentions with its proportions, style, and materials. Whether your aim is privacy, security, or to welcome visitors, a wrought...
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Gardening 101: Love-in-a-Mist
Love-in-a-Mist, Nigella damascena: “The Romantic” As Love-in-a-Mist’s name implies, this old-fashioned garden annual has lovely flowers which appear to be encased in a delicate misty web of bracts....
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The Floral Society: Great-Looking Garden Gear and Kits from a New York Florist
Floral designer Sierra Steifman learned her trade on the job. New to New York, the New Hampshire native worked for an event planner and saw a business opportunity. With a florist friend, she launched...
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