Kristen Berry

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Stories By Kristen Berry

  • Companion Plants For Lavender

    Companion Plants for Lavender. Lavender (Lavandula) is a flowering herb that belongs to the mint family and blooms from mid to late summer. It prefers a "Mediterranean" habitat with well drained, somewhat sandy soil conditions. Lavender is largely grown for its fragrant essential oils. In order to flourish and reach heights of 18 to 36 inches tall, lavender is a perennial that requires room to breathe and is best situated with companion plants that don't compete for nutrients and prefer the same sunny conditions that support lavender growth.

    By Kristen Berry November 4th, 2022 Read More
  • What Are Creative Uses For A Thermos?

    What Are Creative Uses for a Thermos?. Some thermoses are just too pretty to keep stowed away in a cabinet. From vintage to contemporary styles, you can use thermoses as handy containers for decorative as well as functional items. Make a statement in every room of the house with a thermos that promises more than just keeping its cool.

    By Kristen Berry September 6th, 2022 Read More