Cut the Clutter Okay, this tip is not an accessory or object, but it’s the most important step to take if you want a great looking room. You don’t see gorgeous bedrooms on Pinterest that are a mess, right? A dirty or cluttered room will never look expensive—or even attractive—no matter how much you spend on your furnishings. So clean out the clutter. A luxurious looking space has just that—space. Get rid of anything that is not necessary, loved, or gorgeous....

What is the NUTS rule? NUTS stands for: Noxious, Unstable, Troublesome, Spreading. “Noxious” means that the plant in question can have an adverse impact on one’s health. Some plants cause rashes, others are toxic if ingested, while still others are the bane of allergy sufferers. The plants that are “unstable” are those that at first seem robust enough to the newbie but then prove themselves to be surprisingly susceptible to storm damage....

Learn about 11 of the most beautiful garden poppies, and choose the one best suited for your region. Native Area: Alps, Carpathians, Pyrenees USDA Growing Zones: 4–6 Height: 6–12 inches Sun Exposure: Full sun Native Area: Arctic regions of Northern Hemisphere USDA Growing Zones: 2–6 Height: 3–6 inches Sun Exposure: Full sun Note: this is also the species from which opium and derivative drugs are obtained—it is also known as the opium poppy....

It seems that subway tile is here to stay (which makes sense, since it’s been used in New York City subways since the early 20th century), so why not kick it up a notch in black? That’s what these Instagrammers, homeowners and interior designers have done, punching up spaces with unexpected black subway tile. For example, here, interior stylist Gabby Townsing uses black tile as a backdrop for charming decorative objects....

The apartment layouts below show how easy it is to work with what you have and successfully decorate a small space. The possibilities are limitless—even with a shortage of square footage. Consider what would make you happier at home. Want to invite friends over for Netflix? The person who lives in this NYC studio created a large living room worthy of a binge-watching party by sacrificing some bedroom and dining space....

Depending on your landscape needs or lawn layout, one of these versatile plants may be just the right option. Discover 12 varieties of shrubs with red leaves to make your yard come alive in autumn. Oakleaf hydrangea is a great choice for creating four-season interest in your landscape, as its branches also sport an attractive peeling bark come winter. It will tolerate a bit of shade, but for optimal coloration, grow it in full sun....

Once you’ve picked out an air plant that you love, you’re going to want to figure out where to put it. These DIY air plant holder projects will help you create a place that securely holds your air plant in place and also displays it. These holders can be minimal, keeping the focus on the air plant, or they can be very decorative on their own. Air Plant Holder With Rock and Wire from Garden Therapy Mini Air Plant Stands from Homey Oh My Minimal Copper Air Plant Holder from Poppytalk Painted Air Plant Bell Cups from Lovely Indeed Air Plant Hangers from Homey Oh My Napkin Ring Air Plant Holders from The Navage Patch Air Plant Pots from Almost Makes Perfect Gold and Gray Hanging Air Planter from Fall for DIY Paper Mache Air Plant Pod from The Merrythought Birch Hanging Air Plant Holder from Made in a Day Air Plant Hanging Planter from Ruffles & Rain Boots Wood and Leather Plant Hanger from Made in a Day Wooden Air Plant Holders from A Night Owl

A solid or sheet backsplash is a great way to add a very functional element of sleek design to your kitchen. A glass sheet backsplash is perhaps the most common way to achieve the look with a very specific material—but the point is that a solid piece of material behind your sink and cooking areas is sophisticated and cool—not to mention much easier to clean than a backsplash with grout and tiles....

Nearly all of these flowering woody plants are exceptionally hardy, easy to grow, and long-lived, requiring very little maintenance except for pruning to keep plants to a manageable size. Pruning is done immediately after flowers have faded. Lilacs thrive and produce the most blooms when they are planted in full sun. Lilacs typically bloom in mid- to late spring, though the bloom time varies slightly, depending on the species and variety....

Because they have evolved to store water in their leaves and stems, cacti and other succulents tend to be plants that are native to deserts and low-moisture environments. But these are by no means plants that are grown only in these environments. Many succulents make excellent landscape plants for any environment. They come in a wide range of sizes and forms, from tiny plants best-suited for miniature garden arrangements to giants such as the saguaro that is too big for most landscape applications....

What to Illuminate Deck lighting can be practical and used for safety purposes, shine on an outdoor dining area, used at different levels–on steps, along railings–and to highlight landscaping, architectural features or a pool, spa or fountain. It can also create a certain mood or atmosphere for special occasions. Step and deck path lights have a distinct function: to safely illuminate traffic throughout the deck and yard. They also help to enhance the view from indoors at night....

To successfully create a garden pond that looks natural, it helps to follow a few basic guidelines to make the building go smoother, and for easier continued maintenance of the pond. This might be a point that seems obvious from afar, but when you are digging the pond it can often escape attention. Since an exact level is not possible, think in terms of deviation and tolerances. For example, if your chosen pond depth is 24 inches, the perimeter’s deviation from that height should be as little as possible: just an inch or two....

A spa or hot tub can grow to include a deck surround, built-in seating, privacy walls, and other features. You might want to add mosaic glass tiles or surround it with cut stone or flagstone. Styles and designs should reflect the architecture and materials of your home and landscape. Ready for some inspiration? Enjoy these fabulous and vastly different hot tubs and spas. Finding out how much the type you want will costGetting recommendations from neighbors and friends for pool builders to use and to avoidFiguring out how much space it will take and where it will be located in your yardIdentifying the costs and availability of materialsBuilding permits and zoning lawsFactors like plumbing and electricity...

Here are 16 low-maintenance landscaping tips to help keep your yard work to a minimum.

Owl Trivia Physical Characteristics All owls have an upright posture and forward-facing eyes that give them binocular vision, just like humans. However, owls’ eyes are not spheres but are tubes that provide better depth perception and allow them to see prey from great distances. Up close, an owl’s vision is not as clear. Many owl species have asymmetrical ears with different sizes and different heights on their heads. This feature gives the birds superior hearing and the ability to pinpoint where the prey is, even if they can’t see it....

Here are 20 invasive shrubs to keep an eye out for. Other invasive shrubs in this list include: Autumn olive (Elaeagnus umbellata) Beach vitex (Vitex rotundifolia) Burning bush (Euonymus alatus) Bush honeysuckle (Lonicera tatarica) Cape honeysuckle (Tecomaria capensis) Common gorse (Ulex europaeus) English holly (Ilex aquifolium) European cranberrybush (Viburnum opulus) European privet (Ligustrum vulgare) Heavenly bamboo (Nandina domestica) Himalayan blackberry (Rubus armeniacus) Japanese barberry (Berberis thunbergii) Japanese spiraea (Spiraea japonica) Japanese tree lilac (Syringa reticulata) Lantana (Lantana spp....