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Fall Together Now P R E PA R I N G Y O U R H O M E — I N S I D E A N D O U T — F O R FA L L A N D W I N T E R
“We’re not ever advocates for ‘ho-ho-ho’ Christmas pillows, but sometimes we do have clients who have summer bedding and winter bedding. Layer a big, thick down comforter under your coverlet in the bedroom to embrace the season.” — Victoria Holmes and Lana Salter, co-owners, Holmes + Salter Interiors
“Just like cars, when your furnace sits idle for extended periods of time through the warmer months, it can cause your system to not work properly right off the bat. While temperatures are still mild outside, we recommend that you try turning on your furnace a couple of times to get it running and working out its kinks.” — Canady’s Heating•Air•Plumbing
“One of the easiest ways to prepare your HVAC system for winter is to replace your air filter. Replace your old filter with a new, properly fitting one, and keep backups on hand to change it again every 30 to 90 days.” — Canady’s Heating•Air•Plumbing
“Planting ornamental cabbages and kales, along with cold-weather veggies like broccoli, beets and Swiss chard will give you a garden that’s beautiful and delicious. Don’t forget the pansies: they’re edible and add extra color.” — Ami Zipperer, Herb Creek Landscape Supply
“During freezing temperatures, protect vulnerable plants with frost blankets. Don’t use plastic. It’s too thin to keep the heat from escaping from the ground, and it may keep in moisture that can cause frost damage.” — Ami Zipperer
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“To infuse your home with a little holiday spirit that won’t feel stale, stick with classic, sophisticated colors. Instead of a punchy, bright red, opt for a deep burgundy or merlot color and a really good, mossy forest green. Add layers of whites and creams to keep it clean.”
— Ami Zipperer
— Holmes + Salter
“People think of spring as being the best planting time, but here in the coastal South, the brutal summer heat can be harsh on young plants. Fall is an especially good time to start shrubs and trees. Plant them as soon as the weather starts cooling off to give them time to establish before the
