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Kate McKenna

Kate McKenna

Editor at The Spruce

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The 7-Day Spruce-Up: Get Ready for the Holidays

With the holidays fast approaching, we have all the tips and tricks you need to spruce up your home for the season.
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Can You Leave Annuals in the Ground Over Winter? Gardeners Share Wh...

Should you pull annuals before winter or leave them in the ground? We asked gardening experts what to do before the cold weather hits.
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Every 2026 Color of the Year We Know So Far, From Soft Neutrals to ...

It's officially color of the year season—here are all the colors of the year we know so far for 2026 from your favorite paint brands.
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My Mom Is an Avid Gardener—She Swears That Cutting Back These 4 Pla...

My mom has been gardening for over 40 years. Here are the plants she never cuts back in fall, because it can be such a waste of time.
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I Tried My Mom’s Weird Oven Cleaning Hack and I’ll Never Use Anythi...

When my mum told me she cleans her oven door with a dishwasher tablet, I was skeptical. But I tried it myself and I'll never use anything else.
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I Swear By This Easy Watering Tip to Keep My Potted Mums Looking Fu...

If you want your potted mums to last all autumn, try this simple trick that I swear by for happier, healthier plants all season.
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5 Affordable Upgrades Designers Swear By to Increase a Home's Value...

Whether you're putting your house on the market soon or not, these designer-recommended upgrades are an affordable way to increase your home's value.
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I'm a First-Time Gardener and I Regret Growing These 5 Plants in My...

As a first-time gardener, I've learned a thing or two about which plants work best in my garden. Here are the 5 plants I won't be growing again.
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Want a Lower Energy Bill This Fall? Experts Say You Should Do One T...

Before cooler weather sets in, energy experts say there's one important task you need to do to save on energy bills.
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Fall Into Better Sleep: Create the Space of Your Dreams

This year, we're on a mission to create our coziest, dreamiest bedroom yet. Get our best tips for making the space of your dreams, and fall into better sleep.
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I Made One Easy Plant Swap in My Garden, and I've Already Saved So ...

Earlier this year, I filled my front yard with perennials—and months later, it has saved me so much time and water.
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If You Can't Find Your New Paint Color in Sherwin-Williams' 2026 Pa...

Volume II of Sherwin-Williams' Colormix Trends Forecast is here to help you choose the perfect color for your next room upgrade.
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Why Your Home Feels Like a Sauna (and How to Fix It Fast), Accordin...

Is your house always hot in summer? We asked HVAC pros why this might be, and they shared ways to fix it so you can stay cool.
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5 Things You Should Never Clean With All-Purpose Cleaner—It Could C...

All-purpose cleaner sounds like it can clean anything. But we spoke to cleaning professionals to find out just where you shouldn't use it.
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Never Water Your Garden at This Time of Day, Garden Pros Warn—It Wa...

Watering your garden at the right time isn't just essential for your plants. Here's when not to water your garden, or you'll be wasting water and money.
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How to Use the Bissell Little Green Machine to Rid Your Home of Dirt

From assembly to all its best features, here’s how to use and make the most of your Bissell Little Green.
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"They Make People Feel Bad"—Why Nate Berkus Would Never Follow a De...

In a recent interview with Architectural Digest, Nate Berkus explains why he doesn't like design trends—and what to do instead.
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Tariffs Are Here—The Home Items Where You'll See Costs Go Up the Most

With tariffs on everyone's minds, we asked experts to tell us which home items and essentials will actually be impacted and become more expensive.
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How to Grow and Care for Mexican Petunia

Mexican petunias (Ruellia simplex) are hardy, blooming perennials. Learn how to care for these tough, low-maintenance flowers.
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I'm a New Homeowner, and These Are the 6 Best Renos I Did This Year

I just bought my first home earlier this year, and after almost 12 months of projects, these are the best renos we have done.
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Why Isn't My Christmas Tree Drinking Water? 4 Easy Fixes From Garde...

Has your Christmas tree stopped drinking water? We spoke to tree experts to find out their best tricks for fixing it.