They just keep coming back for more. But selecting the best ones for your grow zone and conditions is key. This comes with some benefits, Addy says. Credit:Kathrin Ziegler/Getty Images Addy also says theyll be one of the first vegetables in your garden ready for harvesting come spring. Its spear-like shoots are enjoyed for their delicate flavor and versatility in cooking, he adds. The unopened flower bud is the edible portion....

These are the plants you should always avoid when determining the right companion plants for hydrangeas. This all means the options forincorporating hydrangeas into your yardare nearly endless. Once youveselected your hydrangea variety, you might be wondering what companion plants work best with this summertime stunner. Credit:Mkovalevskaya/Getty Images Why Are Some Plants Not Compatible With Hydrangeas? Our list of plants you should never plant with hydrangeas is not exhaustive. Light requirements are also key....

Overlooking the Ceiling When decorating your porch, don’t forget to look up. Designer Lori Evans considers porch ceilings to be one of the biggest missed opportunities she sees all too often. The same goes for porch furnishes, she notes. Credit: Photo: Laurey W. Glenn “Scale is everything,” Peterman says. “That is a big no for me,” she says. “Thesize of the rugneeds to anchor the seating area and be proportionate to the space....

History runs deep in Buckhannon. It became a town in 1816, and in 1890, West Virginia Wesleyan College was founded. The week-long springtime celebration of the fruit includes parades, a carnival, and even a Strawberry Queen. Credit:West Virginia Department of Tourism Read on to learn more and plan your own trip to this hidden gem. Over on Florida Street, enjoy a round of margaritas and Mexican staples like enchiladas and tacos atDon Patron....

A true South Florida gem. Key Biscaynes proximity to Miami also means youre very close to a major airport if youre traveling by plane. And compared to Miamis shores, they are blissfully uncrowded. Credit:Greater Miami & Miami Beach Crandon Park This area offers much more than just sun and sand. It is also the entry point to the 165-acre Bear Cut Preserve. After a wade-in protest in the water,Virginia Key Beach Parkwas legally designated as a Black-only beach....

The South has a love affair with flowering plants, but they must be able to take the heat. Brennan Bill/Perspectives/Getty Images Impatiens Are Easy to Grow Impatiens care is easy for the entry-level gardener. Just drop by your local nursery and pick up a half dozen to plant in your bed or container. Credit:Brennan Bill/Perspectives/Getty Images The soil temperature will have to remain a pretty consistent 75 degrees or else the seed could rot....

With its own kind of ingenuity and swagger, this state keeps the surprises coming. Here are 7 new reasons to love Texas in 2024. Otherworldly Hotels Wynn Myers The days of being beholden to big-chain hotels are long gone. Credit:Robbie Caponetto As tourism has risen, so have creative places to stay. In Marfa, settle into a brightly colored, renovated vintage trailer atEl Cosmico. Meanwhile, in Fort Worth, Zain Shafis Pakistani-inspiredSabar BBQserves up cumin-crusted smoked lamb ribs....

Here’s how to troubleshoot your favorite blooms. Have the proper environment is key to having your peace lily produce stunning evergreen tropical leaves and white flowers. Insufficient Light Peace lilies thrive out of the spotlight. Credit:Getty Images Too little water may cause your peace lily to look droopy or produce crispy leaves. A very obvious sign is dry soil. Really, you only need to feed your plant two to three in the spring and summer growing periods....

Peathegee Inc Have you ever been completely stopped in your tracks by a familiar smell? We asked, and you answered. Here are seven scents that transport us straight back to the South. Credit:Peathegee Inc According to our readers, the smells of freshly-waxedhardwood floorsand newly-washedlinensinstantly bring them back home. I remember the hibiscus scent in the air outside my childhood bedroom window. My mom planted them there, one reader said. This lawn mower powered through cutting a lawn that hadn’t been mowed in ten days without any difficulty....

From weeknight dinners to dressy luncheons, these showboat recipes can do it all. From weeknight dinners to dressy luncheons, these versatile, showboat recipes can do it all. Since its so pretty, though, its also ready to serve at your next shower or potluck. Credit:Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Clair Spollen; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Apparently, its just the potluck recipeSoutherners have been searching for online. Cast-Iron Salmon With Baby Kale Salad Love this recipe!...

Make the most of your porch, patio, or backyard and take the party outside this season! Selecting the right materials that can stand up to the weather (and pollen!) is also key to a long-lasting outdoor spot. Credit:Joshua Stephen Jones Rethink an Old Favorite Painting porch ceilings “haint blue” is a long-held Southern practice. “Splurge on your architect and contractor if youre doing a renovation. Open shelves are an affordable way to display items to add personality....

Here are seven signs its time to swap out your luggage. Convenience matters when traveling, and thats why many people opt for those effortless 360-degree spinner wheels. The last thing you want is for the handle to give way in the middle of your trip. Credit:Pyrosky / Getty Images Old luggage can be surprisingly heavy, especially if the wheels or frame are made of outdated materials. After all, the whole point of a suitcase is to protect your belongings....

Due to their damp living quarters, liners are prone to mildew and mold. Here, tiny spaces turn into sophisticated jewel boxes. Think unexpectedpaint colors, floor-to-ceiling wallpaper, and even fine art. Credit:Irina Shpiller/Getty Images Its also an opportunity to have fun with your shower curtain. Bold fabrics make a statement and, unsurprisingly, monograms are a mark of elegance. Small details, like shower curtain liners, make a big impact. Credit: Laurey W. Glenn; Styling: Elly Poston Cooper...