The 12 Best Things To Do In Wytheville, Virginia

This historic small town charms visitors with an easy-going quirky side. Here everything you must do on a trip to Wytheville, Virginia. For craft beers,Seven Sisters Breweryand7 Dogs Brewpubare also tops in Wytheville. Credit:Courtesy Visit Wytheville There are plenty of sides too, like tater tots, baked apples, and okra. The panoramas are sensational, including Jefferson National Forest to the south and lush farmlands to the east. Admission includes a swinging bridge to get from the country store to the base of the observation tower....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 219 words · Angela Allen

The 12 Best Tomato Companion Plants For Your Best Crop Ever

Give your tomato plants a boost by pairing them with these tried-and-true plant partners. Getty Images Companion planting is the centuries-old practice of pairing plants in the garden that benefit one another. Our gardens function as interconnected communities, with different plants providing unique services. Credit:Getty Images Some plants attract beneficial insects, others ward off pests, while some enhance soil health. They certainly stand to benefit from tomato companion plants that promote healthier plants and increased yields....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 629 words · Anne Austin

The 12 Best Washable Rugs, According To Our Testing

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Durable rugs for every room and style. Credit:Southern Living The pro of washable rugs is the cleanability, but there are cons regarding texture and thickness. Some companies offer a thicker rug pad, which I always recommend opting for. Krysten Ledet is the owner and principal designer of Krysten Ledet Interiors in Lafayette, Louisiana. Credit: Southern Living...

May 4, 2025 · 6 min · 1191 words · Lisa Miller

The 12 Best Winter Plants For Pots To Add Color And Texture To The Garden

From evergreen perennials and shrubs to cool-season annuals, these gorgeous potted plants are perfect for outdoor winter gardening. Broad-leaved and needled evergreen shrubs are the workhorses of winter, providing enduring structure and color. Variegated foliage and winter blooms bring unexpected color to containers and provide ample cuttings to bring indoors. Credit:Getty Images Keep potted plantings interesting by layering plants with different textures, forms, and foliage colors. Watering plants before an expected freeze arrives will help moderate soil temperatures inside containers....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 532 words · Lisa Gonzalez

The 12 Items You Should Always Buy At Publix, According To A Food Editor

As anative Floridian, you could say I was raised on Publix. As a teenager, I boughtPub Subswith my friends and we took them to the beach. Much later, as an adult, I moved back down South to Alabama. Credit: Jeff Greenberg / Contributor/Getty Images Publix was the first place I drove our rental car and it felt like coming home. All of this is to say that I am very well-versed in the world of Publix products....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 387 words · Melissa Vaughn

The 12 Most Beautiful Places In Tennessee, According To Locals

From waterfalls and mountaintops to small towns and stadiums, the Volunteer State is a scenic wonderland. The cascade against the walls of rock and surrounding forest give this spot a cozy, sequestered vibe. Youll find this waterfall about 45 minutes northwest ofChattanooga. Credit:Getty Images It requires an out-and-back hike of about a mile through a hardwood forest with sandstone cliffs. The closest parking area to the Snoopers Rock overlook of the Tennessee River Gorge is off Game Reserve Road....

May 4, 2025 · 3 min · 497 words · Mr. Todd Newman

The 12 Most Popular Essie Nail Colors Of All Time

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. These classic best-sellers will never go out of style. The proof is in these most beloved Essie nail polishes. Credit:Essie It’s the go-with-everything, season-less, perfection-in-a-bottle polish. The brand bought it back permanently in 2013. Essie Geranium Essie didn’t go subtle with this one that launched in 1981. PHOTO: Essie The fiery red-orange lacquer was one of the first 10 Essie shades to hit the market....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 173 words · Stephanie Jones

The 12 Porch Swings We Love The Most

Weindependently evaluateall of our recommendations. If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Including editor picks for the perfect perch. Credit:Southern Living / Katie Rousso In This Article Southern Living / Katie Rousso EverySouthern porchneeds a porch swing. The possibilities with a porch swing are endless! Plus it got brownie points from us because it fit in perfectly with our porch aesthetic. Credit: Wayfair It comes in multiple colors, though wed like to see even more....

May 4, 2025 · 6 min · 1116 words · Pamela Guzman

The 12 Tomato Dishes Our Editors Wait For All Year Long

Starting a campaign to rebrand summertime as tomato season. Summer in the South is all about one thingthe fresh bounty of produce. But theres only one queen bee of summer crops, the tomato. Credit:Instagram/@hotandhotfishclub Here, I asked theSouthern Livingeditors whichtomato dishesmake them long for summer. Business Manager Nellah McGough is sure to snag a reservation to get her fill of the stacked beauty. Of course, a bit of bacon doesnt hurt the situation, either....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 201 words · Anthony Escobar

The 13 Amazon Decor Finds Interior Designers Say You Need To Add To Your Entryway Right Now

If you tap on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Prices start at $6. So, we turned to the experts to help us figure out exactly what our entryways are missing. Credit:Real Simple This basket will not only hide clutter but will also elevate the overall look of the entryway." Beferr Artificial Tulips DesignerEmily Auffreyis all about the greeneryeven if it’s not technically real. “Tulips are the sign of spring,” she says....

May 4, 2025 · 2 min · 315 words · Morgan Walker

The 13 Best August Nail Colors To End Summer With A Bang

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Meet the perfect “in-between” polish shades. Here are 13 perfect nail colors to try in August. OPI Claydreaming.Credit:OPI OPI Barefoot in Barcelona This shade leans totally into nude territory without being washed-out. It’s a bit more suited as you head into the end of summertime. Essie Butler kindly Trust us on this sleeper hit. PHOTO: Opi August is the perfect time to go for something you might not during another season....

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 178 words · Ryan Dawson

The 13 Best December Nail Colors For Your Most Festive Holiday Manicure Yet

If you choose links we provide, we may receive compensation. Dress up your nails for the season with these merry shades. These December nail colors allow you to accessorize for every holiday party,family potluck, or cookie swap. Credit:Courtesy OPI Get ready to feel festive for the season with these 13 perfect nail colors for December. OPI Como se Llama? It looks like a sumptuous red velvet ribbon. Credit:Courtesy of Amazon...

May 4, 2025 · 1 min · 155 words · Stephanie Bennett

The 13 Best Plants For Pots All Year Round

Keep your containers looking fabulous throughout the seasons with evergreen foliage and year-round blooms. Foliage, from vibrant purple to radiant variegated leaves, also adds color and beauty to potted plants. In containers, the plant roots are not as well insulated as in the ground. Credit:Southern Living Plant Collection As such, container plants cannot withstand temperatures as low as their in-ground counterparts. The soil in containers tends to dry out faster than the ground....

May 4, 2025 · 4 min · 653 words · Victoria Tapia