The Secret to Sustainability in Design Isn’t Exactly What You’d Expect

If you've ever enjoyed an early summer evening on the patio only to be disturbed by bugs flying around your twinkly lights or throwing themselves against your window screens, you're likely familiar with June bugs. Despite the cutesy name, the insect can be a bit of a nuisance, and while the adults don't sting or bite, the larvae can spell trouble for your garden or lawn. Here's everything you need to know about June bugs, plus how to get rid of them.

Rouse, wiggle, yawn, stretch. I can practically hear my houseplants going through the motions as the days get longer and are filled with increasing sunlight. After an entire winter of being hunkered down, most of them are showing signs of activity, and it’s an exciting indication of what’s to come. Before long, they will be all raucous with new vim and vigor.

When it comes to creating unique cocktails, mixologists seem to have no trouble conjuring up their next unexpected star ingredient. From chia seeds to kombucha, squid ink to barbecue sauce, there’s really no shortage of unexpected boozy beverage additions. The latest ingredient on that list of surprising mix-ins is here, and it’s burrata water—and that’s not a typo. What is burrata water, you ask, and why would you ever add it to a cocktail? Let’s find out.

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Tulips are popular around the World, often known as the soul of Spring, and historically symbolic for perfect love. Finding the perfect Tulip for your location can often be challenging, particularly as many of Tulip cultivar’s are fussy and short-lived.

Tulips are generally known to be the harbingers of spring, and gardeners love this plant. And we know how disappointing it could be if they do not grow well. 

Some gardeners like to joke that the only strict gardening rule is to plant green side up. But we know that a healthy garden begins with the opposite end of that green growth, starting with the importance of soil. Many new gardeners and even those with years of experience under their belts may not spend much time thinking about their soil unless they notice a problem. For example, if the ground turns mucky from too much rain or starts cracking because of a dry spell. However, soil is critical to a garden's success, so you should pay close attention to it — especially before planting, when it's easiest to make changes.

Check out these amazing Plant Stylists’ Secrets to Design Your Home with Plants that you can take ideas from to transform your house into an artistic delight!

The beloved pizza: a classic comfort food that nearly everyone has a soft spot for, no matter your age. But whether you’ve been to Italy or have an authentic pizza shop nearby, it’s almost impossible to create something even remotely similar at home. And while we’re not here to advise you on how to make classic Neapolitan pizza at home, we do have a tip that may take your at-home pizza game to the next level: pizza oil. Pizza oil is an emerging secret ingredient to make your homemade pie even more delectable. But what is it, where can you get it, and is it worth seeking out? Let’s find out.

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Bacon is, without a doubt, one of the most delicious and addicting breakfast foods out there. It’s probably not a daily dish for many of us, but every once in a while, bacon just hits the spot. The next time you go to make bacon, we have a hack for you to try—and it may just get you the best bacon you’ve ever had. If you’ve always cooked bacon flat, letting it crinkle on its own, listen up: Twisting bacon might be the secret to your best-ever bacon.

The latest trending motif in design? Nature everything! That’s probably why wood and faux bois garden stools are everywhere right now. Yes, a stylish tree stump is the chicest place to sit or display items. They can be used in the garden, of course, but they’re great for the home, too. They add a little bit of warmth and a natural aesthetic to any room, from a spot to set a coffee cup or table lamp in your bedroom, to an extra perch for a houseguest in your living room, to a place to display a candle or diffuser in the bathroom for a spa-like feel. And in the garden, well, they just blend in and become the perfect spot to sit and enjoy some fresh air.