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Author: Annie Parnell

Originally from the Washington, D.C., area, Annie Parnell is a freelance writer and audio producer based in Richmond, Virginia. She is passionate about gardening, outdoor recreation, sustainability, and all things music and pop culture.

5 Ways to Winterize Your Screened-In Porch

By Annie Parnell | Updated: December 9, 2024
Home Improvement

As the weather gets colder, so will your screened-in porch–– unless you step in to keep out the cold air! Luckily, […]

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8 Ways to Encourage Biodiversity in Your Yard

By Annie Parnell | Updated: December 10, 2024
Landscaping

As homeowners search for organic solutions to benefit their lawns and ecosystems, adding biodiversity to the lawn can do both […]

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How to Get Rid of Chiggers in Your Yard

By Annie Parnell | Updated: December 15, 2024
Pest control

Have you ever had a fun day outside, only to find your ankles covered in itchy red bumps? You may […]

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Red Thread and Pink Patch: What They Are and How to Get Rid of Them

By Annie Parnell | Updated: September 11, 2023
General Lawn Care

If you’re seeing patches of withering grass in your yard with a tell-tale pinkish tint, the common fungal lawn diseases […]

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4-Course Guide to Edible Flowers for Your Garden

By Annie Parnell | Updated: December 11, 2024
Gardening

Along with the radishes and chives in your vegetable garden and flowering fruit trees like apples and artichokes, your flower […]

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What is Fairy Ring and How to Get Rid of It

By Annie Parnell | Updated: December 14, 2024
General Lawn Care

While you tend to your lawn this spring, you may discover a mysterious ring of grass or mushrooms in your […]

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How to Control Nutsedge in Your Yard

By Annie Parnell | Published: June 4, 2022
General Lawn Care

When you see clumps of grass-like weeds taking over your lawn, your first thought might be crabgrass. A closer look […]

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How to Grow Mushrooms In Your Yard

By Annie Parnell | Updated: April 26, 2024
Gardening

If you’ve been eyeing the mushrooms at the grocery store and searching for a more fun and frugal option than […]

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How to Build a Pollinator Garden

By Annie Parnell | Updated: December 11, 2024
Landscaping

Creating a pollinator-friendly garden is one of the easiest and most important ways to help pollinator species thrive. Populations of […]

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How to Make Your Own Fertilizer at Home

By Annie Parnell | Updated: April 26, 2024
General Lawn Care

Fertilizer prices have skyrocketed recently, leaving many homeowners wondering how to save money and prepare their own plant food. At […]

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