Home & Garden

By Jane Gates Signal Staff Writer We like to believe that the garden experts (yeah, like me) who write the books we buy, direct us

New plants can add much to a landscape. Whether they’re replacing plants that are no longer thriving or being added to supplement an existing landscape,

By Jane Gates Signal Staff Writer Gardening can be a fun hobby or a way to make our homes look more attractive. To lower our

Historically low interest rates have made now a good time to be a homeowner. According to the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, also known as

An inviting, well-tended landscape can add significant curb appeal to a home. Such a landscape also can serve as a point of pride and welcome

To say that COVID-19 transformed daily life would be an understatement. Few, if any, aspects of life were untouched once the virus hit. One aspect

Home maintenance. The very words might evoke thoughts of an entire weekend spent laboring at home instead of relaxing in it, but that doesn’t always

By Jane Gates Signal Staff Writer Not only can you save your own vegetable seeds to grow the next year’s crop, but sometimes you can

Whether you’re a stylist with an eye for fashion who chooses each garment carefully or the laid-back type who can rock the first outfit you

People have become more health-conscious in the last year, seeking relaxing activities and projects that give them a sense of accomplishment. According to the National

Remodeling a kitchen adds value to a home. Remodeling Magazine’s “Cost vs. Value Report” indicates mid-range kitchen remodels cost about $66,000, and homeowners can expect

By Jane Gates Signal Staff Writer As summer fades, temperatures in the Santa Clarita Valley often ignore the shortening daylight hours and soar into triple

Hardwood floors have long been sought after by home buyers. In its 2019 ‘Remodeling Impact Report,’ the National Association of Realtors revealed that new wood

When planning a landscape, it’s tempting to pick the most colorful, vibrant plants. An eye-popping property filled with yellows, purples, pinks, and other bold colors

By Jane Gates Signal Contributing Writer Now that the 4th of July is past, we are officially into the summer. Chances are we will not

Summer is a season to relax and enjoy the warm weather. Basking in the summer sun is a great way to relax, but only when

By Jane Gates Signal Contributing Writer Water gardening has become very popular all over the country. The romantic image of an oasis in the desert

Urban living and lush gardens aren’t as mutually exclusive as one might assume. In fact, it’s possible to cultivate thriving gardens in even the smallest