Lydia Hrycko

Lydia Hrycko is a classic Aries (an oh yeah, a freelance writer and editor) from Toronto and currently based in Lisbon, Portugal. She loves beauty, baking and tending to her many plant children.

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Gardening

5 Reasons to Start Lasagna Gardening Now

Lasagna gardening is a clever name for a clever garden method that's easy, cost-effective and requires less effort.

Lydia Hrycko

November 5, 2024

Gardening

Winter-Friendly Canadian Plants That Will Survive (and Thrive)...

Brighten up your outdoor space this winter with these hardy frost-friendly plants.

Lydia Hrycko

October 4, 2024

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Plants

10 Types of Succulents That Are Easy to Grow

Succulents are famously easy to care for and propagate. We love these ten types.

Lydia Hrycko

September 11, 2024

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Plants

10 Secrets to Make Your Cut Flowers Last Way Longer

These tips will keep your cut flowers in bloom for days longer than before.

Lydia Hrycko

May 23, 2024

An open concept kitchen with an island range and a flush mount range hood above

Renovation

The Perfect Range Hoods for Open Concept Kitchens

Range hoods can make or break the aesthetic of an open-concept kitchen so pick one that looks great and maximizes space.

Lydia Hrycko

May 1, 2024

A balcony with white patio furniture from IKEA

Shopping

IKEA Patio Furniture to Score Now Before It’s Gone

Freshen up your outdoor space for 2024 with these patio furniture picks from IKEA.

Lydia Hrycko

April 18, 2024

Holidays

Top 5 Places to Put Holiday Lights in Your Home

There are so many places around the house to light up, but these spots stand out most.

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December 14, 2023

A faux snowy-looking artificial Christmas tree with golden twinkle lights

Holidays

The Best Artificial Christmas Trees You Can Buy

We've rounded up the best artificial Christmas trees for a variety of holiday decor styles and budgets.

Lydia Hrycko

December 5, 2023

A peace lily plant in a white pot by a window

Plants

These Indoor Plants Will Boost Your Mood for the Winter Months

Bring some brightness and greenery inside with these happiness-inducing houseplants.

Lydia Hrycko

November 21, 2023

Outdoors

Outdoor Holiday Lighting Trends We’re Seeing Everywhere This...

We're shining some light on the season's best outdoor holiday lighting.

Lydia Hrycko

November 13, 2023

Home Decor

Which Ceramic Are You Based on Your Zodiac Sign?

We've turned to the stars to determine which ceramic best suits your sign.

Lydia Hrycko

October 2, 2023

Plants

10 Most Invasive Plants in Canada to Remove From Your Garden

These plants grow fast and stifle out competing vegetation, making them a threat in Canada.

Lydia Hrycko

August 28, 2023