Prepare your indoor plants for spring, too

Houseplants seem to be in vogue again, which is encouraging because they have a way of bringing the plant world into the hearts of those who need it most: urban dwellers, office workers and people generally short on terrain. The image . . .

Posted: 2017-03-04

What're you gonna do with all that junk?

A mountain of clutter can be overwhelming to look at, but you've just got to tackle it

Now this was FUN! Recently, I received an email from a Free Press reader responding to a column I had done regarding how "stuff" can build up, take over our homes and leave our brain feeling as cluttered and disorganized as . . .

Posted: 2017-03-04

Gardening all the thyme

Tips for growing delicious herbs year-round

March’s lengthening days are a boon to gardeners. As natural light levels increase each day, so too grows our anticipation for the planting season that lies ahead and all the creative possibilities for gardens and patio containers. For the indoor or . . .

Posted: 2017-03-04

Just in case you don't want to eat the weeds

Question:  I heard you on the radio today, loved the interview and information, wanted to call in but lines were full. My question is, do you know of a solution for controlling dandelions in my lawn? — Ronan Answer: Years ago, dandelions . . .

Posted: 2017-03-04

Sold

SOLD: Linden Woods ADDRESS: 12-180 Victor Lewis Dr. ASKING PRICE: $299, 900 SOLD PRICE: $290, 000 TAXES: $3, 325.45 SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1, 185 BEDROOMS: 2 BATHROOMS: 2 LOT SIZE: Condominium LISTING & SELLING AGENT: Lynda Mackie, Sutton Group, 204-890-9960       SOLD: Shaughnessy Heights ADDRESS: 1140 Pritchard Ave. ASKING PRICE: $189, 900 SOLD PRICE: $187, 000 TAXES: $2, . . .

Posted: 2017-03-04

The Spring Parade of Homes is here

The 2017 Spring Parade of Homes opens at noon today and runs through March 26. The Manitoba Home Builders Association is proud to present 132 new homes on display for everyone to visit. Show home hours are: Monday through Thursday from . . .

Posted: 2017-03-04

Fulfilling every need

Spring Parade of Homes featured model beautifully adaptable

Ask Ken Smith to describe his show home and he’ll say it can be summed up in one word: adaptable. "It’s so adaptable to the varying needs of families because we can do the home in so many different configurations." As viewed, . . .

Posted: 2017-03-04

Fulfilling every need

Spring Parade of Homes featured model beautifully adaptable

Ask Ken Smith to describe his show home and he’ll say it can be summed up in one word: adaptable. "It’s so adaptable to the varying needs of families because we can do the home in so many different configurations." As viewed, . . .

Posted: 2017-03-04

Southlands Village - a Custom Home and a Custom Lifestyle

Simplifying your life doesn't have to mean sacrificing everything that's essential to making your house a home. In fact - it can actually mean you're getting more. Here in the tranquil and picturesque setting of Southlands Village you can bring . . .

Posted: 2017-03-01

Comforts & Conveniences

Smart design gives this show home natural flow

Intelligent design in an open-concept layout create natural flow and order in Kensington Homes’ Cedarview model show home at 11 Larry Vickar Drive. A gold award-winner in the Fall Parade of Homes, the two-storey home in west Transcona is tailor-made for . . .

Posted: 2017-03-01