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What Do You Do With a Poinsettia After the Holidays Are Over? - Poinsettias are a classic holiday plant used to decorate the home from November to December. The brightly colored bracts (modified leaves) of the poinsettia are often called flowers. But the true flowers of the poinsettia are very small and found in the center of the colorful bracts. When kept in an ideal environment, poinsettias will hold their brightly colored bracts for months. In fact, newer poinsettia varieties have been bred to hold bracts on the plants for a longer "shelf life". With the poinsettias still looking good after the holidays, the BIG question for homeowners is ... (continue)

Food Safety & Nutrition News

Food Safety for Super Bowl Parties - Have you ever wondered if the chicken wings, pizza or dips are safe to eat after sitting out for hours during the game? What about double dipping—is that really a problem? Clemson University’s Paul Dawson, who has researched the amount of bacteria that ends up in dip after double dipping, has a word of advice ... (continue)

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Selecting a Lawn Care Service - Maintaining an attractive lawn can be an overwhelming task for some homeowners. For individuals wanting a quality lawn but not wanting to invest the time to learn the art of turfgrass science, hiring a lawn care service may be an option. Services provided by lawn care companies allow homeowners to enjoy more leisure time while enjoying a well-maintained yard. The kinds of services these companies offer will vary and may include mowing, fertilizing and pest control. (continue)