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Often called Chinese fringe flower, its delicate blossoms hang in lightly scented clusters ranging from white topinkto burgundy. Mature shrubs that have not been severely pruned will often bloom in February. As new woody growth appears, expect a second, smaller bloom during the summer. Credit:Joshua McCullough/Photolibrary/Getty Images The blooms should last around two to three weeks. If your fringe flowers are not performing well, follow these guidelines to resolve common blooming issues....

Prepare your porch for the season’s favorite blooms. There’s something in the aircan you feel it? Autumn is on its way. Credit: Wanchanta / Getty Images Alongside those seasonal pumpkins and wreaths are pots of gold and orange sunset-colored blooms. During fall, one flower is king, and that’s the chrysanthemum. Chrysanthemums, commonly called mums, have long been a favorite flower in autumn. Nothing ushers in autumn like mums. Slip them between the coleus from your summer pots for a big show of color....

With so many good options, there’s no excuse for eating a bad Cubano. But insiders know that this outdoor coffee stand is also a prime locale for excellent Cubanos. sandyscafe.com; 1026 White St, Key West, FL Credit: Courtesy of Enriquetas Sandwich Shop Credit: Courtesy of La Segunda Credit: Courtesy of The Columbia Credit: Courtesy of The Floridian Credit: Courtesy of Islas Canarias Credit: Courtesy of Sanguich de Miami Credit: Courtesy of 5 Brothers...

The city by the bay has some of Floridas finest sands within a stones throw. Still, visitors are often surprised to learn there isnt an actual Gulf of Mexico beach in Tampa itself. And trust us, theyre worth coming here to explore. Credit:Getty Images St. Pete Beach Lined with family-style beach resorts and independent inns with retro appeal,St. Pete Beachstretches for around 35 sugar-spun miles to the southwest of Tampa along the Gulf of Mexico....

But theHill Country, an exception, is renowned for having enough elevation and greenery to deserve its name. People come here to explore the winery trail inFredericksburgor go tubing down the river inNew Braunfels. Little do they know that this is where autumn puts on one of its final and most surprising shows. The Sabinal River, which begins in Lost Maples State Natural Area, offers good fishing.Credit: BROWN W. CANNON III...

“The pulled pork is smoked and cooked traditionallywhole hog over wood charcoal. They are known for specifically using a natural wood fire to slow cook their BBQ overnight. The flavors possess a distinct depth of smokiness that is complemented by their tangy housemade barbecue sauce. Credit:Robert Jacob Lerma “This Atlanta gem merges Southern barbecue with bold Korean flavors. Vinegar sauce is available, but its totally not necessary. Cochonin New Orleans has the best pulled pork I have ever had....

If you don’t have a mantel, that doesn’t exclude you from the festivities. There are plenty of places to hang a stocking without a mantel. Here are some of our favorite ideas for stockings around your home. Credit:Getty Images There are plenty of shelf options where stockings of all sizes can play for the season. Getty Images Hooks An obvious and zero-effort option is a hook. Chairs Camoflauge a hook with ribbon or a bow, then hook it onto the chair back....

From Grapevine to San Antonio, these are some of our favorite Christmas light displays sparkling throughout Texas. Known for doing things biggerand sometimes betterTexans make no exception when it comes to Christmas light displays. At the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center, Christmas festivities are taken to the next level. Credit:Ralph Aversen Theres also Merry and Light, where immersive light elements and massive, lighted decor provide photo ops. More than 35,000 pounds of lights have been recycled by the Zoo, and the program continues....

Have your cookies just as you like them with these handy tips and tricks. We’ve seen it all, from pan-banging torefrigerating dough ballsfor days before baking. How to Make Soft Cookies 1. Credit: Jennifer Causey Cream your butter and sugar well When baking soft cookies, start with softened butter. Have you ever seen cookies made fromboxed cake mix? This is the secret behind those wonderfully chewy cookies. Don’t overmix your dough...

South Carolina, Georgia, and Texas face off over which state has the best fruit. Yes, I know about intense college-football rivalries. The ideal peach is juicy, sweet, free of bruises, and at peak ripeness. Credit: Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller From there, though, it’s up for debate. Layne loves all South Carolina peaches, especially the ‘Winblo’ variety. “They were really upset, tweeting angry tweets at me....

One pop in of potato is the clear winner, but others are equally delicious. Veggie toppings turn it into a complete, healthy meal. Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Whats the Best Potato for Baking? Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox The idealpotatofor baking is low in moisture with a high starch content. These qualities allow a potato to bake up with a delightfully fluffy center and crispy skin. Can I Use Any Potatoes for Baking?...

There are manyuses for parchment paper, a true kitchen staple. Parchment paper even makes clean-up a breeze, which makes it downright indispensable. However, theres one thing that parchment paper cant dotell you which side goes up! Credit:Getty Images So what side of parchment paper do you use? Read on to discover the answer. Getty Images Which Side Goes Up? Heres the good news: most parchment paper is coated on both sides....

Which Southern state do you think has the most iconic recipe? Let the games begin! These spicy, salty snacks take our beloved boxed crackers to a hot new level. Credit:Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christina Dailey Plus, those tiny Key limes are downright adorable. Classic, sweet, dense, tender, perfect. Sometimes the best things are the most basic. Credit:Stacy K. Allen, Food Stylist: Ali Ramee, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle...