Nicole Malczan-

Nicole Malczan

November, 2023
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About Nicole Malczan

Nicole Malczan is a long-time freelance writer and homeowner of three years who loves improving her home's landscaping and growing the odd indoor plant or two. Her most recent project included redoing her sideyard landscaping, incuding building a fire pit from scratch. She's always eager to share solutions for busy homeowners.

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5 Best Hacks to Take Down Christmas Decorations Fast

Take down Christmas decorations fast with quick hacks, tips, and little tricks to keep everything organized until next year!

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5 Types of Greens That Are Perfect For May Gardens

Seeing green? Fill your garden with yummy vegetables in May, including collard greens, lettuce, Swiss chard, and bok choy!

Family enjoying BBQ by the pool
7 BBQ Patio Ideas for For Pool Areas

Does your pool area need a little something extra? Furnish it with a BBQ patio following this exceptional collection of ideas.

Mosquito on a leaf
Do Mosquitoes Have Any Purpose in the Garden?

You know they are annoying pests during summer, but can mosquitoes actually add some benefit to your backyard spaces?

grilling in winter weather
Can You Grill in Winter?

Interested in grilling out in winter? It can be done! Learn how to cook out even when the temps are frigid.

crabgrass growing in cement
Deal With Crabgrass in February For a Gorgeous Healthy Lawn

Keep crabgrass at bay in February for a healthier lawn all year long!

tree removal in winter
6 Trees You Should Remove From Your Yard This Winter

Winter is the prime time to clear invasive tree species from your yard for a more beautiful spring!

red roses in the garden
6 Beautiful Red Flowers That Add Romance to Your Garden

Introduce passion and intrigue to your garden with stunning red flowers that will put a smile on your face every day.

Pink hellebore blooms
Easy to Grow Flowers: Hellebores, Shade Loving Early Bloomers

Discover the beauty of hellebores, including growing tips so you can enjoy flowers all season long.

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How to Use Cinnamon to Prevent Houseplant Pests

Learn about the secret weapon your indoor garden needs: cinnamon. It's proven to repel ants, mosquitoes, and more.

Landscaping berms dividing a field from the road
How to Build a Landscaping Berm and Why You Should

Building landscaping berms has many benefits, such as optimal water control. Learn the basics of berms and how to create your own.

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How to Build a Dog-Friendly Backyard

Have you recently brought home a four-legged friend and want to prep your yard for them? Discover the secrets to a dog-friendly backyard here.

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How Bad Is Dog Poop For Your Lawn?

Got dog poop on your lawn, even if you don't own a canine? Discover whether it's doing more harm than good.

Gardener pulling up unwanted weeds
The Right Way to Get Rid of Lawn Weeds: 6 Disposal Methods

Lawn weeds don't have to be waste! Discover eco-friendly strategies for removal and knock weed disposal off your to-do list.

Red watch for poison ivy sign in the garden
There Will Soon Be an App to Find Poison Ivy, Too

What has you itching? Maybe it's poison ivy? Learn how tech has advanced the way you can identify this troublesome plant.

preparing fertilizer for march lawn
How to Apply Spring Lawn Fertilizer

Learn the basics of spring lawn fertilizer for a healthier lawn long into the summer.

Squirrel eating in a tree in the backyard
Should You Hate Seeing Squirrels in Your Yard?

Are squirrels climbing up the trees in your yard such a bad thing? Explore how the furry creatures can be beneficial and when they're an issue.

Lawn with dappled shade surrounded by overgrown landscaping
5 Spring Lawn Diseases and How to Treat Them

Nothing puts a damper on your spring faster than lawn diseases! Find out which ones might plague your yard and discover how to treat them.

Japanese painted ferns and Christmas ferns planted outdoors
Vibrant Ferns to Brighten Up Your Shade Garden

Discover the types of ferns to furnish your shade garden for a touch of delicate greenery and beauty. Learn growing requirements and more.

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Why You Shouldn't Aerate Your Lawn in Early Spring

Thinking of aerating your lawn this early into spring? You might want to hold off. Learn the right time for aeration instead.