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Designer Showcase Home opens in St. Paul
This year’s designer showcase home, a Victorian in St. Paul, has been transformed into a B&B up front and a family home in back. Updated May. 18, 2013
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Homegazing: Former horse farm in Minnetonka still boasts original barn
A former horse farm in Minnetonka still boasts its original barn — and horse-themed frescoes. You can have it for $935,000.
Full storyFull story Updated May. 17, 2013
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Greengirls
Dishin' the dirt from the garden and beyond
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Wingnut
An open conversation about the birds in your back yard and beyond
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Home listings: What $409,900 buys in . . .
Here's a look at what $409,900 buys in Rogers, Brooklyn Park and Minneapolis.
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Would you turn your yard into an edible landscape?
A Woodbury family has been chosen to receive an edible landscape makeover, courtesy of a California artist and the Walker Art Center.
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Home plan: Updated plantation
This nearly symmetrical home is the picture of Southern life. The wraparound covered porch spans the entire front and side of the home; another porch can be accessed from the kitchen.
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Try alternatives to herbicides for gardeners
Herbicides can be effective, but they also can harm other plants, insects and animals in your yard. If you’re looking for safer ways to control weeds, here are some options.
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Waterfront home tour, free garden workshops and more
At home on the water If your dreams for the summer include swimming, boating or waterskiing in your own back yard,...
Updated May. 17, 2013
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New life for old stuff
Rescued and presented in second-hand stores, the merchandise becomes often lovely, surprisingly useful, and fully functional.
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Work out while seeing the world
You don’t have to be a marathon runner. You don’t have to rough it at night. You don’t have to dangle from the side of a mountain. But you definitely can get a workout while you’re seeing the world.
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'Astronaut Abby' is crowdfunding her way to outer space
Meet Abby: Normal teenager, wears braces, loves gymnastics, planning a mission to Mars.
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