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How to Clean Rubber Car Mats

Cleaning the dried mud and spilled coffee off your rubber car mats is quick and easy with a high-pressure garden hose and a squeeze of dish soap.

The Best Way to Cut the Lawn, According to Pro Landscapers

Follow this three-step plan for a yard that’s the envy of your neighbours—and a total breeze to maintain.


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13 Car Washing Tips the Pros Don’t Want You to Know

Want to get your car gleaming—without the professional price tag? Try these secrets to get that fresh-from-the-car-wash feel right at...


This is the Only Way You Should Be Harvesting Rhubarb

If you're cutting stalks with a knife, you're doing it wrong—here's why.


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Quick and Easy Spring Dinners You Can Try Tonight

You can have any of these delicious dishes on the table in 30 minutes or less.

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The Beginner’s Guide to Gardening

Starting a garden this summer? Even if you don't have a green thumb, these expert gardening tips can help you...


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The Green Thumb’s Guide: 10 Simple Tips for Growing a Vegetable Garden—Anywhere!

Ever dreamed of growing your own vegetable garden? From choosing the perfect location to picking what to grow (and how...

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Urban Gardening Tips That Are Perfect For Small Spaces

No backyard? No problem! Use these urban gardening tips to add greenery to even the smallest porch, patio or apartment...


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5 Flowers You Should Never Plant in Your Garden

Not only can they irritate your skin and aggravate allergies, some can be downright poisonous. Here's everything you need to...


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The Best Flowers For Container Gardening

These pretty annuals thrive in containers, making them perfect candidates for the planter pots on your deck and balcony.


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10 Plants That Attract Butterflies and Birds to Your Yard

Flowers and plants add colour to your landscaping, but wildlife really is what brings it to life. Here's what you...

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What Different Flowers Mean on Mother’s Day

Giving the gift of flowers on Mother's Day? Instead of purchasing the usual planter pot or prearranged bouquet from your...


How the Canadian Tulip Festival Became a Spring Tradition

Discover the fascinating history of this beloved Ottawa celebration.


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Canada in Bloom: Stunning Flower Photography From Across the Country

After a seemingly endless winter, nothing beats the vibrant colours of Canada in bloom! Check out this gallery of spectacular...


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This is When You Should Start Mowing Your Lawn in the Spring

Keep these factors in mind before mowing your lawn for the first time this season.


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20 Make-Ahead Desserts Perfect for Spring

Skip the last-minute scramble with these tasty make-ahead treats.

A Visit From This Bright Yellow Bird is a Sure Sign of Spring

It’s not every day that a yellow warbler visits your backyard!


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The Best Places To See Cherry Blossoms Across Canada

After a long winter, Canadians are eager to put a spring in their step. The gorgeous cherry blossoms at these...


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These Stunning Tulip Photos Are the Next Best Thing to a Garden Tour

We challenged you to capture blooming bulbs on camera, and you delivered! From fresh-cut arrangements to full flowerbeds, these fantastic...


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Our Best-Ever Cheesecake Recipes

Lemons, berries and rhubarb—treat yourself to spring's freshest flavours with these dreamy, decadent cheesecake recipes.


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The Ultimate Spring Cleaning Checklist

Be honest: When's the last time you deep-cleaned #6 on this list?


What Happens If You Don’t Remove Your Winter Tires in the Spring?

Although most Canadian drivers switch to winter tires, we’re not as diligent as we should be about scheduling their removal....


30 Classic Easter Dishes From Grandma’s Recipe Book

From mouthwatering mains to delectable desserts, we've got your Easter menu covered.


Why Does Easter Fall on a Different Sunday Every Year?

The date of this spring holiday is not as random as you might think.


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10 Fascinating Easter Traditions From Around the World

While Easter may conjure up visions of colourful eggs and chocolate bunnies, different countries mark the holiday with their own...

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11 Unique Maple Syrup Farms Across Canada

Nothing says spring like a trip to the local sugar bush. Check out 12 maple syrup producers putting their own...


How to Get Rid of Salt Stains in Your Car

It's tough to keep your car looking clean this time of year, especially where carpeting and floor mats are concerned....


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The Best April Fool’s Day Pranks in History

Are you a natural born prankster? Take inspiration from these classic April Fool's Day pranks, which rank among the funniest...


10 Tasty Ways to Get More Carrot Cake in Your Life

From carrot cake pancakes to carrot cake oatmeal, these delicious recipes prove that everyone's favourite flavour isn't just for dessert.


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The Best Caribbean Beaches For Every Type of Traveller

So many beautiful beaches, so little vacation time! With each of these sun-soaked destinations boasting their own unique claim to...


10 Delicious Pies to Celebrate Pi Day

These top-rated pie recipes from the Taste of Home Test Kitchen are perfect for celebrating Pi Day—or any ordinary day,...