Gardening
Nostalgic design trends gain popularity in 2026 homes and gardens
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Designers and gardeners are embracing nostalgic elements in home interiors and outdoor spaces for 2026, drawing from childhood memories and grandmotherly styles. Trends like skirted upholstery and sentimental plantings reflect a desire for comfort and connection amid lived-in aesthetics. Experts highlight how these features evoke safety and legacy while offering practical benefits.
In Borlänge, 7-year-old Luigi Berglund and his 5-year-old brother Julius have started a business selling rabbit droppings as fertilizer. A Facebook post has led to a three-week waiting list for orders. The family's rabbits Blomma and Semla produce the product.
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A Kanagawa Prefectural Government survey last autumn found less than 50% of residents outside Yokohama aware of the Yokohama Green Expo. The event is one year away.
Late winter offers an ideal time for pruning backyard trees, as dormancy reveals branch structures for easy problem identification. This practice enhances trees' ability to sequester carbon by redirecting energy to vital growth. Proper techniques vary by tree type, promoting long-term environmental benefits.
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A $13 capacitive soil moisture sensor from Amazon has helped improve the care of indoor plants by providing accurate moisture readings. The device measures soil dielectric properties to gauge wetness levels from 1 to 10. Users report better schedules and healthier plants, including revived orchids.