A variety of factors contribute to this shift, most predominately a global pandemic that forced many to rethink the rooms in their home. But what can be done if you own an open-concept home yet desire more intimate and well-defined spaces? The good news is that there are still plenty of ways to restore the feeling of separate spaces without putting up a “for sale” sign in the front yard....

Compact types grow well in large containers, so you can enjoy these varieties on your deck or patio, even if you don’t have a yard to plant them in. And because most types like hot weather, they’re good choices for containers on driveways and other paved spots. If you don’t live in the subtropics, you don’t have to feel left out. If you have a high-light spot inside, you can even grow these beauties as dramatic houseplants....

Per sandwich: 331 cal., 11 g pro., 28 g carb., 20 g total fat (10 g sat. fat), 44 mg chol., 2 g fiber, 867 mg sodium Meaty Grilled Cheese Sandwiches: Prepare as directed, except place a thin layer thinly sliced cooked ham, roast beef, pepperoni, salami, or shredded cooked chicken or turkey on the cheese before topping with the remaining bread slices. Per sandwich: 357 cal., 14 g pro....

2 medium green and/or yellow sweet peppers, finely chopped 1 fresh serrano pepper, seeded and chopped ½ cup finely chopped, peeled jicama ¼ cup finely chopped red onion 2 tablespoon snipped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar ¼ teaspoon salt Artichoke-Bean Spread 1 6 ounce jar marinated artichoke hearts 1 15 ounce can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained 2 tablespoon thinly sliced green onions 1 tablespoon finely shredded lemon peel Salt to taste Pepper to taste...

Best Wisteria to Grow The name to look for on plant tags is Wisteria frutescens, commonly called American wisteria. This species is native to the southeastern U.S., and it’s hardy in Zones 5-9, meaning it’ll grow in most areas of the country. American wisteria vines can reach dazzling heights of up to 30 feet. They act like a combination of a shrub and a vine, growing thick, woody stems over time that can wind around fences and, if given a trellis, scramble up the sides of a house....

Helenium Care Must-Knows Plant helenium in full sun (at least six hours a day) to promote long-lasting displays of color. Although some varieties tolerate afternoon shade, this plant typically becomes floppy and leggy in part-shade conditions. Helenium also needs well-drained, slightly acidic soil and moderate moisture, which makes sense because its native setting tends to be low-lying meadows or the edges of damp woodlands. Water at least weekly, increasing frequency in times of extreme heat....

It’s a common scenario: You’re eager to make your favorite strawberry dessert, so you carefully select the most beautiful strawberries that you can find at the store, but when you actually bring them home and take a bite of them, you’re left wondering, “why aren’t strawberries sweet anymore?“We’ve all been there. Dr. Marvin P. Pritts, a horticulture professor at Cornell University explains why this is common. “When strawberries are shipped long distances, say from California to New York in March, they have to be harvested a little under-ripe so they will withstand the 3,000-mile trip....

Valentine Cookie Pizza: Prepare as directed except omit red and green chocolate pieces. Sprinkle 1-1/2 cups red and white candy-coated milk chocolate pieces over chocolate mixture. Nutrition analysis per serving: 416 calories, 6 g protein, 53 g carbohydrate, 22 g total fat (8 g sat. fat), 8 mg cholesterol, 2 g fiber, 38 g total sugar, 1% Vitamin A, 0% Vitamin C, 188 mg sodium, 3% calcium, 10% iron Easter Cookie Pizza Prepare as directed except omit chocolate pieces....

To Make Ahead: Prepare as directed through Step 2. Wrap dough in plastic wrap and place in an airtight container; freeze up to 3 months. Thaw completely in the refrigerator; continue as directed in Step 3. Herbed Pasta: Prepare as directed, except stir 2 tablespoons snipped fresh basil, thyme, or sage or 1 teaspoon dried basil, thyme, or sage, crushed, into the flour mixture before adding egg mixture. Spinach Pasta: Prepare as directed, except increase flour to 2 3/4 cups, reduce water to 1/4 cup, and stir 1/4 cup cooked spinach, well drained and finely chopped, into egg mixture before adding to flour mixture....

A Boutique Tents cabana shades JANUS et Cie’s “Tosca” armchairs and “Mirthe” table. Tumblers from Devine are as colorful as Bloom & Plume flowers and Inner Gardens kumquat trees. The “Commodore” lantern and rug are from Harbinger. A runner in “Shiboni” fabric, placemats in “Splat,” and napkins in “Basket Case,” all from Perennials, dress the table set with metallic gold chargers and Wedgwood “Nantucket Basket” plates. Menu Peach Fizz CocktailChilled Cucumber-Cashew SoupGrilled Pasta PrimaveraGrilled Salmon with Thyme and LemonGrilled CiabattaGrilled Watermelon with Melon-Basil Granité...

Paint might appear dry on the surface and the top layer might even be dry to the touch, but that doesn’t necessarily mean walls are fully dry or ready for another coat. There are many things that affect how long it takes paint to dry, including the type of paint and tools used, as well as external factors such as the weather. Here is what you need to consider before you get started so you can paint your walls like a pro....

Sloppy Joes In general, we call for 1 pound of ground beef to make 6 sandwiches in our sloppy joes recipes. That works out to 3 ounces of ground beef per sandwich. Depending on the size of your bun and how meaty you like your sandwich, you can increase or decrease that amount an ounce or two either way. Based on the 3-ounce guideline, purchase this much ground beef to serve your crowd....