Valley Home Autumn 2016

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Publisher BROOKE WARNER Editor ADAM TRUMBLE Assistant Editor CHARLES WHISNAND Art Direction ROB FAIR Contributing Writers

BRIGHTEN UP

Is it time for new lighting or just a fresh coat of paint?

MOLLY MOSER TERI VANCE

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KAREL ANCONA Photographers

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LEAVES OF CHANGE

JIM GRANT

Fall signals changes in housing market

Director of Sales MICK RAHER

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THE BIG SIX

Yard maintenance tips to make spring easier

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The inside of Rob McFadden’s Mountain Street home in Carson City was the site of John Wayne’s last film, “The Shootist”

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Valley HOME is a product of the Nevada Appeal and Record Courier. All content is copyrighted, October 2016. Valley HOME strives for accuracy and is not responsible if certain information changes after publication. Unless otherwise indicated, all photography in this magazine is the property of Swift Communications, the parent company of Sierra Nevada Media Group. Colorado Mountain News Media and Valley HOME.

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elcome to the inaugural edition of Valley Home, a quarterly magazine produced by the Nevada Appeal.

At Valley Home, our goal is to provide content and information along with informative advertising on home improvement, home décor, interior and exterior home trends, features on industry professionals.

While keeping up with the latest in the industry, we also understand the history of Carson and Eagle valley and we will spotlight its history by profiling homes in the beautiful foothills of the Sierra.

Our goal is to also spotlight the lifestyle opportunities that make the region a premier place to live, play and visit. In this issue, we spotlight wine, just in time to start planning those holiday parties.

Whether you’re marveling at Carson City’s beautiful west side, looking for some acreage in Carson Valley or looking to get out in front of Tesla’s production in Lyon County, the housing market in Northern Nevada is back.

I hope you learn a thing or two from this edition of Valley Home. And cheers to a wonderful and safe holiday season. Enjoy the rest of 2016.

Adam Trumble is editor of the Nevada Appeal. Have feed or ideas about Valley Home?

Email him at editor@nevadaappeal.com.

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A snapshot of real estate sales and activity from the region for August 2016

CARSON CITY

CARSON VALLEY

$290,000

$329,000

Median home price

Median home price

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107

Homes sold in August 2016

Homes sold in August 2016

439

597

Homes sold 2016 YTD

Homes sold 2016 YTD

98.3%

98.1%

Sold to list price in 2016

DAYTON

$219,000 Median home price

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Homes sold in August 2016

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324

Homes sold 2016 YTD

99.0%

Sold to list price in 2016

*All the MLS information on this page is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed.

Sold to list price in 2016

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This beautiful home near the Dayton Valley Golf Course features gorgeous wood floors, granite counter tops in the kitchen and baths, 4 bedrooms, 1 could be office, and 2.5 baths. $299,000

8800 BADGER CIR, SILVER SPRINGS

2 bed, 2 bath, 2096 sqft, 1.24 acres. This unique spaciuos home offers breathtaking views of Lahontan State Park. Experience close up views of pastures and watch the Carson River meander by. Owner will carry. $159,000

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Manufactured home with a stick built addition. In need of a little TLC. Property is almost 1 acre with partial fencing and features 2 bedrooms and 1 bath and a detached 3-car garage. Home is being sold AS-IS. $250,000

600 HWY 50 E, DAYTON

3 bed, 2 bath converted manufactured home features a detached 2-car garage & out buildings. Property is fenced & is located in beautiful downtown Dayton. This home needs a little TLC & has great potential. Sold ASIS. $184,900

644 Sutro Springs, Dayton

This cute 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, features wood floors throughout , an electric range, lots of acreage, detached 2 car garage and plenty of potential! $164,999

685 SCHAAD, DAYTON

This cute 2 bedroom, 1 bath home comes with plenty of privacy and is located on 2.5 acres. Enjoy the beautiful mountain and desert views in every direction. Watch the wild horses from your deck. $239,000

3566 E NYE LANE, CARSON CITY

3 bedroom 2 bath with lots of parking, the home features gorgeous wood flooring in the dining room and a wood burning stove to keep you warm on cozy nights. Lots of extras are included in the purchase of this home. $229,900

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WHAT’S HOT

Leaves of change Fall signals changes in northern Nevada housing market

by Molly Moser, NEVADA APPEAL

What’s hot in Reno-Sparks “Everything is selling – that’s the trend,” said Bill Process, president Reno/Sparks Association of Realtors.

In the Reno-Sparks area, millennials need large yards and rooms to raise their families. Thanks to them, they are buying more homes rather than apartments.

With that, Process said the equity also has improved. There’s been a steady upstream of that feature since January 2012.

Median prices also continue to increase each month.

“Those who bought their first homes have enough equity to sell their home for better ones,” he said. “That opens up more end-homes for millennials looking to buy.”

What’s hot in Carson City-Carson Valley The seller’s market is also hot in the Carson City area, where the median price also increased. Avis Cherry, president of Sierra Nevada Association of Realtors said there is more inventory on the market and prices have flattened.

“We’re also seeing that investors are beating out firsttime buyers with cash,” she said.

Large industries such as Tesla are helping the housing market in Reno-Sparks, but as for Carson City, it’s a little quiet, Cherry said. New homes haven’t been built recently because of the lack of land.

What are home prices looking like through the end of the year?

Process said he doesn’t expect to see much change at the end of the year for Reno-Sparks.

“We’ll typically see the downdraft during Christmastime,” he said. “Our scoop-up seasons are spring, summer and fall.

That’s just the way it is.”

Although fall is known to be a quiet season in the real estate world, it’s not much of a concern for Reno-Sparks realtors.

The average median price is 290 thousand and it has been steady ever since, Process said.

New homes being built in Carson City are not expected to be on the market very long.

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As for the Carson area, Cherry said prices are scattered. Although the economy is improving, the area is more driven by the rental market. However, the problem is finding something affordable.

“It depends on the type of property and how many acres,” she said. “But what’s driving buyer demand are low interest rates. Prices are recovering from the recession and equity is better.”

Fall also is the opposite for Carson City, compared to NAR’s statistics.

“Fall is actually a great time for us,” Cherry said. “In fact, our slowest time is the winter because of the weather and when school is out. It all depends on the region.”

Overview on pricing?

Process said Reno-Sparks could predict a stabilized market for the remaining of the year – and that trend will pass over to 2017.

“We will see that rise again,” he said. “Not rapidly but in general on a level.”

Advice for buyers and sellers this season For those selling in RenoSparks, it’s a great time to sell in the market.

But if you wait until spring, you will do better, said Process.

“It’s just the way it is,” he said.

“You’re going to buy at today’s prices and sell at today’s prices.”

The only difference that will come into play is the interest rate, he said. Normally, the interest rate is 2.35 percent in Nevada. Interest rates in the area are historically low this year – and that’s good, according to Process. But they’re also not going to stay low forever.

PHOTOS: MOLLY MOSER, NEVADA APPEAL

hen fall season approaches, the color of leaves change — and so does the housing market.

According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), housing activity decreases in the fall due to school starting; families would rather not move during this time.

But for places like Carson City, Reno and Sparks, those markets may defy that meaning.

The trends in the regional area keeps local markets steady during all seasons, thanks to a new generation of first-time buyers.

Although the cities are close in proximity, the real estate trends aren’t the same.

The first-time buyers is one thing they have in common, but when it comes to selling preparations and housing options, they’re worlds apart.

WHAT’S DRIVING BUYER DEMAND ARE LOW INTEREST RATES. PRICES ARE RECOVERING FROM THE RECESSION AND EQUITY IS BETTER.” — AVIS CHERRY, PRESIDENT OF SIERRA NEVADA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS

“It’s about reducing the affordability for house payments,” he said. “What they can afford today is the house they want six months from now.”

Buyers also can thank millennials and job demand in the area. At the investment point for both buyers and sellers, those elements are producing a healthy market, Process said.

But if millennials are looking to buy a home, he said, it’s best to obtain a low-income TRIO to ratify a rate.

“You can get more house production if all predictions came true,” he said. “That’s anywhere when it comes to buying a house.”

Obviously, not everybody is a millennial at this time. For those not in that age group and are looking to buy, Process suggested to look into newly constructed homes – now.

“Builders are selling new homes under construction five to six months out,” he said.

“Builders are in a great price range now because of it.”

Cherry said a house could be sold any time in the Carson area, as long as it is priced competitively and in best showing condition. But as for buyers, she recommends meeting with a lender.

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COVER STORY

Historic charm Carson City home where John Wayne’s “The Shootist” was filmed is now a rental property

by Teri Vance, for the NEVADA APPEAL

n the quiet, tree-lined Mountain Street in west Carson City, the green and white tour bus seemed out of place.

But as it pulled up in front of his house on a sunny afternoon this summer, Rob McFadden was unfazed. Since moving into the house in middle school, McFadden has become accustomed to busloads of tourists 8

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stopping by or even locals who are following the popular historic trail marked by a blue line stopping to take a look. They read the plaque in front of the gate and look at the life-sized cutout of John Wayne that McFadden’s father, Robert, placed in the window shortly after purchasing the home.

“As long as I’ve lived here, people have stopped by to check it out,” he said. “There are tour

vans and buses packed with people who want to check it out.”

Officially, it’s known as the Krebs-Peterson house, named for the first owners of the historic dwelling built in 1914.

More popularly, however, it is known as the Shootist House, so dubbed because it was used as the boardinghouse where John Wayne spent his dying days in his final movie, “The Shootist.”

The exterior of the house was mostly used in the 1976 movie; however, the interior was shown when Lauren Bacall stood at the window to watch John Wayne, who played a gunfighter, walk down the steps on the way to his final shootout.

In recent months, McFadden has advertised the historic home on the vacation rental home website vrbo.com to rent out

PHOTOS: JIM GRANT, NEVADA APPEAL

The inside of Rob McFadden’s Mountain Street home in Carson City was the site of John Wayne’s last film, “The Shootist.”

AS LONG AS I’VE LIVED HERE, PEOPLE HAVE STOPPED

BY TO CHECK IT OUT. THERE ARE TOUR VANS AND BUSES PACKED WITH PEOPLE WHO WANT TO CHECK IT OUT.”

The Krebs-Peterson house is named for the first owners of the historic dwelling built in 1914.

Courtesy Nevada Appeal Archives

— ROB McFADDEN, HOMEOWNER

ABOUT “THE SHOOTIST” • “The Shootist” would be John Wayne’s last movie.

It starred Wayne, Jimmy Stewart, Lauren Bacall and Ron Howard.

• Wayne earned $750,000 for the film.

• Also filmed on a ranch in Douglas County, near David Walley’s hot springs resort in Genoa, and at Washoe Lake.

This Mountain Street home in Carson City is on the city’s historic west side.

• The movie cost $8 million to make. It earned $6 million.

• Critic Gene Siskel panned “The Shootist” in his review in the fall of 1976. His longtime TV partner, Roger Ebert, gave it 3 1/2 stars but questioned the believability of the characters. The movie won an Oscar nomination for Best Art Direction/Set Decoration, The Las Vegas Review-Journal reported.

to tourists and other visitors.

The house features four bedrooms and two bathrooms, one of which still has the original amenities.

“The bathtub and toilet are 100 years old,” McFadden said.

When the family moved in, McFadden said, each bedroom had a sink in it from when Dr. Ernest T. Krebs, the original owner of the

home, used it as a hospital.

Krebs was a physician and surgeon who came to Carson City from Tonopah around 1906. He made his rounds with a horse and a buggy, and was known, according to historians, as a “free thinker with a fighting spirit.”

An accredited pharmacist, Krebs also looked to alternative methods of healing. He observed the local Native American

tribe, the Washoes, using a wild parsley-like plant to remedy respiratory ailments.

Krebs devised a more efficient method of extracting the active ingredients from the plant. He used this concoction to cure his patients struck by a flu epidemic in 1918. During the outbreak, more than 10 million CONTINUED ON PAGE 10 >>>

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THE BATHTUB AND TOILET ARE 100 YEARS OLD.” — ROB McFADDEN, HOMEOWNER

The inside of Rob McFadden’s Mountain Street home in Carson City was the site of John Wayne’s last film, “The Shootist.”

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Americans died from influenza.

Using the sacred herbs discovered by the Washoe Indians, Krebs earned international fame by saving almost all of the hundreds of patients in his care.

Although brilliant, the doctor also had some ditzy moments.

Following advice on the best way to clean a chimney, he built a fire in the fireplace then pours kerosene down the chimney, setting the home ablaze. In the end, the house was more damaged by the water hoses than by the fire itself.

The home’s second residents were Edna C. and Julia Peterson,

who bought it in 1918 and lived there until they died. Peterson worked for the V&T Railroad for 27 years and served two terms as state controller from 1927-1935.

McFadden said the historical element has drawn guests to stay at the home, where the original stain-glassed windows still frame the front door.

The front entry, the wainscoting and staircase are all made of red oak, and the stone in the fireplace was made from a local ranch belonging to Charles Shulz.

“It’s pretty popular,” McFadden said. “They fall in love with this place.”

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PAINT VS. LIGHT

Brighten up Is it time for some new lighting or just a new paint color?

by Karel C. Ancona, for the NEVADA APPEAL

Stylish modern lighting can give a fresh look to a new space while providing much needed light.

upgrades are necessary, and for that I would definitely call a professional, because more than likely there will be electrical reconfigurations to consider as well as the type of light that will be most effective to address a person’s individual needs,” Abowd said. “Changes needed to update a younger person’s home will be very different from those needed by older people.”

She also cautions that when lighting kitchens, use care when choosing LED or halogen lights which tend to wash out food and people, and in bathrooms, to add side-lighting and again use the correct lighting tones. Make-up application that looks fine in an improperly lit bath, may be unattractive in natural light.

While LED technology is evolving, there are still some lights that are not dimmable, if that is desired, or may “hum” which is distracting especially to those with sound sensitivity, Abowd explained. “There is a lot to consider.”

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erhaps your home needs updating, or is simply too dark for your liking. Determining whether to use paint or lighting to brighten or update your home may seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be.

When planning to update so a space functions better, there are a few things to consider, said Karen Abowd, owner of Art & Design in Carson City, who for more than two decades, has been helping people with these types of decisions.

“You may not like the way a space feels, which can be easily fixed by changing colors, going with a bright color or even white on a wall and leaving ceilings white, or, as people get older and issues such as macular degeneration become a concern, may require a more drastic change with lighting in order to make a space more user-friendly,” she said.

Lighting can be costly, but as in the scenario above, may be unavoidable.

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However, sometimes news lighting isn’t the way to go, sometimes a fresh coat of a paint can transform a room.

PAINT IS THE MOST COST-EFFECTIVE APPROACH, BUT THERE MAY BE A POINT WHERE LIGHTING UPGRADES ARE NECESSARY...”

— KAREN ABOWD, OWNER, ART & DESIGN

Adding recessed lighting under your cabinetry can provide much needed lighting in dark spaces.

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Brad Becker, third-generation owner of Paint Mart, with locations in Carson City, Reno and Truckee, said the number one thing to remember about paint is to let go of the fear.

“We can do either in-home or in-store consults and ask people to bring a favorite item, that inspires them,” he said. “The key is to get them on track and feeling good about a project, because being able to help is what makes us happy.

“Remember it’s just paint,” Becker said. “While we want our customers to get it right the first time, if they really do not like (the outcome), then it’s a fairly easy fix.”

Painting is one of the most cost-effective ways to brighten a space, which can also impact a person’s mood, Abowd said.

“There are some beautiful colors available and a very popular one right now is tangerine sherbet ... The color reflects available light, adds a pop of color, puts a smile on your face, and is a wonderful accent.”

It is often difficult for people to translate words into a visual picture, a lesson Abowd learned very early on during a renovation at Lake Tahoe.

“I had discussed with the owners what we were doing with the exterior and there it was, beautiful ship lathe completely covering the house, and the wife came by and wanted it all

removed,” she said. “I now draw out everything so the end result is clear.”

Paint Mart’s Reno location offers a full line of design and interactive services, from paint to wallpaper to window treatments, and their web site (www.renopaintmart.com) has interactive tools for folks to explore in the comfort of their home. Upload a photograph of the room or exterior you want to paint, and using the myriad of colors available, try the shades on for size. Paint Mart is also a PPG-certified retailer, whose architectural paints are manufactured in Reno at USA Parkway.

“It is nice to know that we are helping support the local economy, which is important to us,” Becker said. “And when our clients are satisfied with the overall look of a project, we feel good.”

There are as many ways to change things up as there are people, Abowd said.

“Everyone has their own ideas of how they want to express their creativity .and what specific needs they have ... I suggest visiting model homes in new developments for a clear idea of what is popular now, and there are also many wonderful resources available on the Internet (she recommends www.Houzz. com),” she said. “This can be fun.”

And remember ...

Let go of the fear!

BOB VILA ON HOW TO CHOOSE A PAINT COLOR The most personal decision involved in any interior or exterior painting project is color choice. It’s important to follow your instincts when selecting paint color. Decorating your home with your favorite hues is what gives your home its unique personality.

But while it is true that there are no hard and fast rules about paint color selection, there are certain color systems that are appealing to the average eye. Understanding them can help you make the best decisions on color choice.

THE COLOR WHEEL Every color bears some relationship to all other colors, but most successful color combinations will fall into one of the following categories listed below. You can also refer to a color wheel, a tool to help you understand the relationship between colors. Use it to select colors that will look great on your home. Work it to create almost limitless numbers of attractive decorating schemes.

COLOR SCHEMES Monochromatic. This color scheme employs only one basic color, but in several different values. An example might be a home exterior with light blue siding and dark blue shutters and trim.

Adjacent. This system combines two or more colors that are located next to each other on the color wheel: blue, blue-violet, and blue-green, for example.

To get the best results with this system, try to select colors that do not have the same value and intensity.

Complementary. This type of scheme uses colors that are opposite one another on the color wheel, such as red and green, or yellow and violet. If you choose this system, you might want to select a subtle color and a dominant color to prevent the colors from clashing.

Triadic. A triadic scheme employs three colors that are equidistant on the color wheel, such as yellow-orange, blue-green, and red-violet. For best results, you should choose one dominant color and use the other two as subtle accent colors.

ASSESS THE COLOR ENVIRONMENT As you plan your interior or exterior paint job, look at the environment in which your color will appear. On the inside of the home, the color environment is created by the overall appearance of the walls and woodwork you will be painting, the furnishings in the room, and the hues in adjacent areas. To make the best color choices, take in the whole picture.

Likewise, when doing exterior painting, be sure to take into account the fixed colors of your home: brick, stonework, and the roof color, for example.

The most flattering color treatments will be those that work well with these existing elements. Consider choosing a color that will pick up the color of a non-painted area—the brown that appears in your brick or a green highlight from your stonework, for example.

Also, remember that no home exists in isolation: Its appearance is affected by the appearance of neighboring homes and even the color of shrubs and trees around it. You probably don’t want to paint your home the same color as your next-door neighbor’s, but you probably do want to select a hue that will look attractive alongside it.

Furthermore, be aware of the fact that certain colors look more at home in certain surroundings. For example, earth tones are always a good choice in natural, wooded areas, but they may not be the best choice in other settings.

FAIL-SAFE COLOR CHOICES If “safety first” is your motto and you simply want your home to look neat and freshly painted, there are certain color treatments that will look good on almost any home. A near-surefire approach when doing interior painting is to paint the walls a neutral color like beige and the ceiling and trim white. In fact, if you keep the trim and ceiling white, a wide range of colors will look attractive on your walls.

Similarly, the safest approach to exterior painting is to use white, beige, or another neutral color on the siding and a darker accent color on the trim. Dark brown is often a good general-purpose color for exterior trim.

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AROUND YOUR HOME

The big six Fall yard maintenance tips that make spring easier

by Karel C. Ancona, for the NEVADA APPEAL

Don’t stop watering.

“This is the most critical and the biggest mistake people make. Folks turn their watering systems off, often in September, and we still have October, November and December to get through before we get any rain or snow,” Ruff said.

He suggests waiting until later October to turn off your system, or turn off the underground system, but screw a hose to the primary watering bib and add a sprinkler to that. This allows access to water without involving the entire watering system.

Clean up leaf and debris matter.

“Yard debris or green material

is great for composting,” he said. “You can start your own compost pile, which is a nice, planetary thing to do and will provide great amendment for your beds and garden.”

Fertilize in Fall or Winter, rather than Spring.

Since everyone is going to follow the first item, to continue watering, and as we get rain and snow, the moisture allows the fertilizer to soak deep into the soil. Then, when plants start growing in April and May, the conditions are there to ensure plants and lawns are well fed. May is not the right time to fertilize.”

“So these are the top three thing to do in Fall. The next three are important, but not critical,” Ruff said.

Fall pruning and exceptions.

Many of us live or die by the rule that all pruning takes place in fall. According to Ruff, this is wrong.

“Pruning on plants is one of those things everyone thinks they are supposed to do in Fall, which is fine with the exceptions of lilac, forsythia, spirea (or any plant that produces white blossoms, and apples,” he said. “If you prune these in the fall, you are taking off next spring’s flowers (in the case of apple trees, that season’s fruit).

“The proper time to prune these plants and trees is in May or June.”

These six fall yard maintenance tips will make preparing your yard in the spring a whole lot easier.

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Applying a pre-emergent now means less work in Spring.

“Spraying a pre-emergent on areas where weed control is desired will prevent you from coming home one day next year to foot-tall weeds almost

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s we head into Fall, there are yard maintenance steps homeowners can take that will make life easier in Spring.

David Ruff, owner of Greenhouse Garden Center & Gifts in Carson City, offers what he calls “The Big Six.” As a second-generation landscaper and Nevada native, he is well-versed in the myriad details required for successful gardening and landscaping specific to the area.

Here are Ruff’s pointers for success that with the investment of time now, will yield positive results next growing season. They are listed by level of importance.

WINTERIZING YOUR SPRINKLERS overnight,” he said. “Doing this cuts down on the seeds that have been dropped from taking root.” Pre-emergents inhibit seed germination by clocking key enzymes, so a bit of prevention now goes a long way toward reducing your work load next year.

Begin taking evasive maneuvers that yield lasting, positive benefits.

“Rabbits, deer, horses, voles (mice, moles) all love to eat, and this is a good time to put critter control into place,” Ruff said.

“Animals eat 365 days a year and do more damage when eating on the old plant material, than when they eat on your plants during the growing season.”

Rabbits love a beautiful lawn, leaving behind “pee and poo” while munching away, and can cause flea problems. Deer look for trees on which to rub their antlers, which can cause scarring

and weakening of trees.

Short of wrapping everything in mesh, there are a variety of animal- and plant-safe products on the market, from granules to sprays, that will aid in protecting your landscaping and garden areas. Natural-based repellent strips containing cinnamon and rosemary oil are popular and effective, and are available at Greenhouse Garden Center and other area garden centers and retailers.

Greenhouse Garden Center & Gifts offers full-service landscaping consultation, design services and an extensive inventory of plants that will thrive locally. Staff is knowledgeable and always happy to answer gardening questions and the on-site gift shop provides an array of unique and seasonal items. They are located at 2450 S. Curry St. Information, (775) 882-8600 or visit www. greenhousegardencenter.com.

Leaving water in your sprinkler or irrigation system over winter can potentially cause damage, especially if the ground freezes deep enough to reach the pipes. This can leave you with a big and often costly problem come spring. A little time spent properly shutting down the system in fall, will save you later.

According to Dave Ruff, owner of Greenhouse Garden Center, draining your sprinkler system is a fairly straightforward process. In light of how our Northern Nevada winters go, he suggests waiting until end of October before shutting everything down as landscaping will need watering prior. He suggests leaving at least one exterior faucet operational (as noted in The Big Six, page 16), in order to continue watering as needed until first snow.

The following ways of draining, depends on the type of system you have. If you are unsure, contact a professional.

Automatic valve systems automatically drain water out once pressure falls below a certain point. Shut off the water supply checking to ensure the system drains between the shutoff valve and back flow device. Again, if your sprinklers have check valves, you will need to raise each head and drain separately.

Manual valve systems are quite common and have everything in place to allow for self-draining. Simply shutoff the water supply, open all the valves and allow water to drain.

If your sprinklers have check valves, which allow water to flow only one way, you may have to raise the heads to allow water to drain completely. After draining the entire system, close the valves.

Using an air compressor to blow out the system is generally no longer used on home sprinkler systems installed in the last 30 years, but retains commercial applications, Ruff explained. This can be a dangerous procedure both to people and the system if done incorrectly, and should be left to professionals.

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OVER YOUR HEAD

We’ve got you covered Ensuring your roof is weather ready

by Karel C. Ancona, for the NEVADA APPEAL

e’ve all been raised with the adage that homes should be built on solid foundations, and while that is true, protecting everything inside the home is also important, which brings us to whether your roof may be in need of some attention.

Weather in Northern Nevada can occur during any season.

Anyone who has lived here any length of time knows that high winds can occur year-around and often at speeds that when they happen elsewhere, are reported as national news. Here, we just take all that in stride and keep going. I affectionately call these weather events The Nevada Land Exchange Program, due 18

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to the yards of dirt the wind moves around each year.

Before it comes down to walking around the yard after a wind event collecting the multitude of shingles littering the yard, there are warnings your roof is tired and needs help, said Ed Ahmed of Lobo Roofing in Sparks.

The obvious sign would be interior water drips and stains on ceilings, or worse, having a ceiling cave in. These occurrences come with major repair costs and can be avoided with a bit of prevention.

“One of the most common signs on a composite roof to look for are dull spots,” Ahmed said. “The sand on a new shingle is what allows for

water to run off, and the dulling means the sand has come off and the shingles are not providing the best protection.”

Also look for curling or cracking of roofing materials. It can be quite easy to tell if a shake roof for instance has run its course, as singles tend to lift, creating gaps where water will come through.

Checking the eaves for water damage is also important. Signs of water damage include cracking and discoloration along the eaves, and indicates water has most likely seeped under the roofing and may have begun damaging the underlayement.

When a structure has a tile roof, checking the eaves is one of the clearest ways to tell if there is a

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problem since, to the untrained eye, tile may seem indestructible.

Things to look for on metal roofs, include whether or not a waterproof sealant was ever used. Look for blow-offs and lifting along the seamlines, loose flashing and areas where water may pool, as this can lead to corrosion and rust.

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THE SAND ON A NEW SHINGLE IS WHAT ALLOWS FOR WATER TO RUN OFF, AND THE DULLING MEANS THE SAND HAS COME OFF AND THE SHINGLES ARE NOT PROVIDING THE BEST PROTECTION.”

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Start inside If you think you might need a new roof, the first place to check isn’t your home exterior — it’s your attic. So arm yourself with a flashlight and climb up under the eaves. Look for beams of light coming through the top of the house or stains and streaks, which signal a leaky roof.

Paper trail Review your home improvement records to see how long ago the roof was replaced or reshingled. Knowing when a roof was installed (and what it’s made of ) offers insight into how much life it has left.

For instance, a typical asphalt shingle roof lasts 20 to 25 years, while a roof installed over an existing layer of shingles should be replaced after 20 years.

Check shingles Keep an eye on your rooftop to make sure it’s ship-shape, especially after heavy storms. Shingles should lie flat against the roof; if you find patches that are cracked, damaged, or buckling, then repairs are in order. While you’re at it, check the gutters and downspouts for shingle granules — a roof that is losing a lot of granules may be at the end of its useful life.

Flash forward The flashing around vents, skylights, and chimneys seals the seams of the roof from rain and weather. Examine these points make sure there are no cracks or breaks, which could lead to leaks. In older homes, flashing is often made of roof cement or tar, but it’s a good idea to upgrade to a metal flashing system for added durability.

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Rescue from rot A droopy, sagging roof is one that surely needs replacing before further damage occurs to your home. Check the surface for signs of trapped moisture, rotting boards, or sagging spots — especially at the lowest points in the roof.

Unwanted houseplants Moss can look great in a shady corner of your yard but on a roof, it spells trouble. Moss (and likewise mold and fungi) indicate there may be trapped moisture, which can ruin a roof. To do away with moss that collects in shaded corners of your roof, use a stiff brush but be careful to address any underlying problems.

Don’t panic Just because you have a few damaged shingles or a bit of a leak, don’t automatically assume that you need a whole new roof. If your roof has been properly installed and is younger than 15 or 20 years old, it may get by with repairs rather than a full replacement. When in doubt, contact a licensed roofing contractor to get a professional opinion.

Water damage inside doesn’t necessarily mean you need an entire new roof.

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FOR THE HOME OR BUSINESS OWNER THOUGH, THE BEST TIME TO CALL IS BEFORE THERE IS A MAJOR PROBLEM, AND WE CAN BE THERE...IT’S BETTER TO PREVENT A SMALL PROBLEM FROM GROWING.” — ED AHMED, LOBO ROOFING

The average life for a composite roof is about 20 years in the best conditions. Metal roofs on average have a life of about 50 years. Tile roofs are also rated at about 50 years, but are not suitable for every structure, as they are heavy.

These estimates of course, can vary depending on the weather environments they are exposed to, as well as how vigilant one is to ensuring maintenance is done when needed.

Of course, price differences also vary depending on the roofing materials used, with composite running in the most affordable ranges on up to custom tile and metal work, which can double the costs. Tile and metal roofs, for those in high fire area can provide another layer of protection.

Tiles are good heat conductors, so snow tends to slide off more easily. And of course, people often consider overall design and

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aesthetics when choosing the kinds of roofing material to use.

There is much to consider when it comes to your roof. Once you have assessed any issues and decided whether to go with what already is, or upgrade it is time to call a contractor.

“We are busy year around, so on our end there is no best time to call,” Ahmed said.

“For the home or business owner though, the best time to call is before there is a major problem, and we can be there.

“It’s better to prevent a small problem from growing.”

POINTS TO CONSIDER Once you’ve decided a new roof is in order, here are a few things to consider: Budget - how much do you want to spend. Like most home improvement projects, costs widely vary depending on the material choices.

Aesthetics - What is the end result you visually seek? What kind of design statement do you want to make? What type of roofing with fit with the exterior design aspects of your home that will remain the same? These are all important questions.

Environment - What concerns do your surrounding area and weather cosiderations pose? Do you experience heavy snow where you live and is there a lot of surrounding, tall fuel to consider? Weather conditions and home protection should be factored in.

Structural considerations - Moving from a standard roof to a heavier roofing material may require structural upgrades to support the additional weight. While aesthetically, tile may be your hearts desire, does your budget support the upgrade?

The Market - This is a biggie! When making any changes or upgrades to your home, balance what is happening in the real estate market. Bottom line: will you price yourself out of the current resale market, and or do you care? If you plan to stay in your home for many years after, then doing what you want and being happy with the outcome may be worth sacrificing immediate resale value.

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ENTERTAINING

Divine wine Have the right wine glass to accentuate your holiday party choice

by Valley Home

Wine Glass Shapes and Sizes All good wine glasses will direct the wine to the part of your mouth where its flavor will be most enjoyed. The glasses’ shapes help capture and distribute wine’s aroma toward your mouth and nose.

In all types of wine glasses, the bowl must allow you to swirl the wine, aerating it so the aroma can be released. Swirling your wine is not just to show off, it really serves an important purpose.

Wine glass designs vary in size, precise shape, length and volume, but in general, these are the rules that decide their design.

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The right glass paired with the right wine will bring out the right aromas.

Red Wine A red wine glass bowl will be fuller and rounder with a larger opening to allow you to dip your nose into the glass and sniff the wine.

The complex aromas and flavors of red wine demand a glass with a larger area for the wine to contact more air. Red wines will usually grow smoother as they aerate, this is why a decanter is often used for red wines.

Several hours of decanting or an open bottle can soften a red wine for those who do not like the harsh spices and tannins, but it can also ruin a red wine for those who like them fresh.

For red wine, you may want both a Bordeaux and a Burgundy glass. A Bordeaux glass is taller but the bowl is not as large. It is designed for full-bodied, heavier red wines such as Cabernets and Merlots.

The tallness of the glass allows the wine to proceed directly to the back of the mouth to maximize its flavor. A Burgundy glass is for lighter, full-bodied wines such as Pinot Noir.

It is not as tall, but the bowl is larger than the Bordeaux glass, directing the wine to the tip of the tongue to taste its more delicate flavors.

White Wine A white wine glass bowl will be more U-shaped, allowing the aromas to be released while also maintaining a cooler temperature.

For white wine, you may also want two types of wine glasses, one for younger, crisp whites and one for more mature, fuller whites. A fruity white wine glass is for younger whites and has a slightly larger opening directing the wine to the tip and sides of the tongue to taste its sweetness.

The regular white wine glass for more mature whites will be straighter and taller to throw the wine to the back and sides of the tongue to taste its bolder, often more tart flavors.

Rose or blush wines often come in various types of glasses depending on the method used to create it. Rose wine is usually a lightly crushed red grape such as Zinfandel or can also be a mixture of red and white, though this is highly frowned upon in the industry.

Another method of extracting the “pink” from a red wine is used to create a blush while intensifying the original red wine.

A sparkling wine glass (or flute) will be upright and more narrow to retain the carbonation and capture the flavor in the

beverage. Sparkling wine, or champagne, glasses are also used specifically to show off bubbles.

Dessert Wine A dessert wine glass should be smaller to direct the wine to the back of the mouth so the sweetness doesn’t overwhelm.

Dessert wines generally have a higher alcohol content, making the small glass perfect for a smaller serving. The shape will often vary for ports, sherries and the larger sauternes glasses.

All-Purpose An all-purpose glass is a cross between a white wine glass and Bordeaux glass, but it will tend to be larger. This is the best option for someone who just wants one set of glasses for reds, whites and roses.

Glass Choice The best and most practical wine glass will be made with crystal or thin glass. As mentioned, designs vary so pick what suits your fancy and what you think you’ll actually use. And don’t forget those great wine charms for you next get-together.

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hile it’s true any wine glass will allow you to enjoy the drink regardless of its shape, the right glass will bring out the best aromas, flavors and textures. It’s something to keep in mind as you prepare for your holiday celebrations.

All wine glasses are built with the specific goal of allowing the wine drinker to enjoy the special properties of a particular type of wine.

Today, almost all wine glasses have a stem of some length separating the base from the bowl. Stemless wineglasses are more of a modern aesthetic than a functional design.

The stem allows you to hold your wine glass without warming the wine with the heat of your hand and without creating smudges on the bowl that will distract form the visual brilliance and look of the wine.

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USING YOUR WINE WORDS WISELY Fruity: a pleasant fragrance from ripe grapes made into wine; a berry-like quality akin to fruits in general.

Full: see big, a full-bodied wine.

Grapey: similar to fresh, also applied to wines which smell and taste like fresh-picked grapes, such as Asti or Lambrusco.

Grassy: Sauvignon blanc-based wines remind many tasters of grass.

Green: usually said of younger, raw, acidic white or red wine; a rough aspect that usually softens with age; also the appearance of a more acidic than average wine will be green-tinged.

Green bell peppers: Cabernets (franc and Sauvignon), Sauvignon blancs, Merlots and other varieties are said to produce a green bell pepper character, especially when the grapes are grown in cooler climates or under dense foliage conditions.

Green olives: I have had very few wines that smelled of green olives, but those few have been Cabernets.

Hard: akin to green, but indicative more of a high tannin level.

Harsh: A hard or green wine will generally soften with age; a harsh wine, because of its excessive astringency, probably will not. 1957 Château Latour comes to mind.

Herbaceous: smelling or tasting of soil-covered herbs; sometimes used to describe Merlots.

Hot: a wine that reminds you more of alcohol than anything else is considered hot.

Hydrogen sulfide: the smell of rotten eggs or like substances often found in wines; may dissipate with aeration.

Kraut: perceived in many wines from the Merlot variety.

Late Harvest: a term seen on wine labels to indicate that the grapes for the wine were left on the vine to ripen, often raisin, for longer than normal. Usually a so-labeled wine will be higher than average in residual sugar and/or alcohol.

Legs: a wine’s body or viscosity can be determined, often, by the way rivulets (or sheets, or “tears”) of wine descend the inner glass after swirling. It has to deal with the surface tension and other technical stuff; but a look at the legs will give you tips on the wine’s nature: in a dry wine, slow falling legs indicate a full-bodied-wine; quick-falling indicate a light wine.

Light: not a pejorative term: somewhat akin to feminine and the opposite of big or full.

Luscious: a rich wine, high in sugar and, often, in glycerine, is sometimes referred to as luscious.

Sauternes, Portos and some sweet white wines affected by Botrytis cinerea fill the bill.

Matchstick: burnt matchstick odor is that derived from an excess of sulfur dioxide which is added to a wine; with time it will usually dissipate. Many contend that the flavor of wooden matchsticks is a tell-tale signal that a wine contains Pinot noir.

Mellow: a soft, smooth, often sweet-edged wine a “jug red” and a well-aged Cabernet-Sauvignon or Zinfandel may all be mellow.

Mint: a term often used to express the flavors of wood aging-specifically French oak aging—or specific vineyard characteristics--in red wines (try Heitz “Martha’s Vineyard”).

Mushrooms: older (more than twenty years) red Bordeaux and a few Cabernets and Zinfandels from California, some times smell of fresh-picked, dirt-laden mushrooms.

Musty: somewhat similar to bottle stink, but not so definite, it is often indicative of poor wood aging or faulty handling, and seldom dissipates.

Numb: akin to dumb but without connoting that the wine has promise or future; an overly chilled wine will be numb or odor-less. See dumb.

Oaky: term used to describe the flavor of wines that have been aged in small, usually newish wood barrels.

Orange juice, spoiled: some wines that have undergone an improper Malolactic fermentation will smell similar to o.j. (from concentrate) that has been kept in the fridge too long.

Oxidized: all wines are oxidized to a degree because of the presence of oxygen in or near them. A high degree of oxidation is not desirable in most table wines, while in fortified wines, especially Sherries, a greater oxidation is attained and desired. A table wine smelling more like a Sherry and tasting generally lifeless is said to be more or less oxidized.

Peaches: sometimes sensed in sweet, late-picked wines affected by Botrytis, or in many Muscat-flavored wines.

Peppermint: sometimes sensed in 100 percent, well-made Pinot noirs.

Plums: sometimes found in Late Harvest wines of higher than average sugar-at-picking or alcohol contents; also noticed in some Zinfandels, Petite Sirahs, Cabernet-Sauvignons, and older Port(o)s.

Prickly: a taste sensation derived from small amounts of residual carbon dioxide in wines. Often a prickly character can be noticed in white wines fermented cold (the lowering of the temperature tends to integrate more carbon dioxide than usual); its appreciation is relative to the individual taster.

Prunes: sometimes sensed in old Portos and in American Ports of some interest.

Raisiny: the flavor one senses in wines made from grapes that have more or less dried (shriveled and/or raisined) on the vine; often encountered in hot-climate wines.

Raspberries: sensed in many red wines including Zinfandels, Petit Slrahs, and Gamays.

Restrained: see dumb Robust: see big Rotten eggs: the odor emitted by a wine rich in hydrogen sulfide; it may dissipate with aeration, but most often not in time for you to enjoy the wine.

Salty: often this term applies to the general mineral content of wines. Wines from many countries of the Southern Hemisphere, including Chile, Argentina, and Australia, seem to have a slightly salty/minerally taste. This taste may also be noticed in the Sherries from Manzanilla, Spain.

Shoe Polish/Paste: this smell usually indicates the presence, more or less, of a fungus called brettanomyces (“bret”). This manifestation usually shows itself most distinctly in red Bordeaux or some California Cabernets. See also tomatoes.

Soft: see mellow.

Sour: see acidic.

Spicy: many wines will display distinct or nebulous (“what is that flavor?”) spicy flavors such as dill, basil, or the like. Often, any tangy character in a wine, such as that in a fairly dry Gewürztraminers, will be described as spicy.

Stemmy: a term applying either to wines actually having been fermented in contact with their stems, or to wines which, owing to an unusually brutal crushing or pressing, contain an excess of the bitter tannins of the stems.

Sweet: a basic taste sensation dependent mainly upon grape sugars, but also one resulting from alcohol, new oak and to a degree glycerin,. A sweet, as opposed to a dry wine is one which retains some sugar after fermentation has ended.

Tannin: a natural constituent of wines, especially reds. It is a bitter-tasting material which is partially responsible for preserving wines during their sometimes long aging periods. Bite a grape seed to experience the flavor of tannin or have a cup of tea, neat.

Teinturier: generic name for any grape whose natural juice is red-colored or pink-colored, (as opposed to most varieties whose juice is colorless). In Spanish, tintorera.

Thin: lacking in body or alcohol; a watery wine.

Tomatoes (stewed, canned): not necessarily a sought-after taste or odor (although to the converted it is wonderful in small doses, especially in Pinot noirs), it generally arises from the yeast called brettanomyces (dekkera).

Ullage: the distance between the cork and the wine as the bottle stands upright. A large ullage in an older wine is normal; a similar level in a younger wine might mean trouble.

Source: www.wineschool.com/vocabulary.html

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HOLIDAY DECORATING

Welcome guests with winter planters How to create a welcoming live design for the holiday season

by Marty Jones

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Gather Supplies Depending on your desired style, accent supplies needed may vary. However, the other items on this list include basic items needed for any exterior winter greenery arrangement: • One or two large planting pots or urns.

• Live greenery, in a variety of types and textures.

• Pot filler — topsoil, leftover potting soil, sand, or floral foam, such as OASIS. • Accent elements — pinecones, tiny white lights, bows, winterberries, willow branches, ornaments or other desired ornamentation.

• A light timer, if desired.

Select one or two pots or urns that you normally use during the summer season for annual flower arrangements, or choose new planters especially for this design. Ideas include galvanized containers, wooden whiskey barrels, or traditional terra cotta pots painted gold for the holiday season.

Live greenery is the key element in this arrangement, so make sure to source an array of interesting types and textures.

At Wildflower Farm, we carry a wide variety of live greenery boughs, garlands, and sprays ranging from those that have wispy, feathered textures to those that have thick branches.

When gathering supplies, choose several different types of sturdy boughs, and also choose several accent boughs of lighter textures in addition to sprays, which are smaller greenery accent pieces.

Pot filler can be anything that can help fill up the pot while also functioning as a medium in which to arrange live greenery and accent elements.

Sand, topsoil, and even leftover potting soil from the summer gardening season can be used.

Accent elements are what allow you to customize this arrangement. Gather a variety of natural elements, including pine cones, willow branches, red twig dogwood, or other gathered twigs painted silver or gold. Add color with artificial red berries, a brightly colored bow, or other traditional holiday ornaments.

If you like the sparkle of holiday lights, add them to your creation as well. Look for small LED light strands or other tiny lights called rice lights. Rice lights sometimes come attached to bendable branches, and these are a great option for this

LIVE GREENERY MUST BE WATERED IN ORDER TO STAY LOOKING FRESH. ADD WATER TO YOUR CREATION BEFORE PUTTING IT OUTSIDE, AND THEN CONTINUE TO CHECK IT FOR WATERING NEEDS.” type of arrangement. Finally, get a timer for your lights so that you can program them to turn on and off automatically.

Prepare the Planter Once you’ve gathered all supplies, fill up the planting container with a filler medium, which could be topsoil, potting soil, sand or anything that will hold the arrangement in place.

Floral foam such as OASIS is great for use in greenery arrangement, as it keeps boughs firmly in place while holding enough water to keep greenery fresh. If you choose to use a filler with a lighter texture, make sure to compact it enough so that it will hold boughs and accent pieces in place.

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rimming a holiday tree can be a cherished family tradition as well as a way to decorate the interior of your home, and adding a live greenery arrangement to your doorstep can be a way of echoing this design element outdoors. While exterior holiday decoration often involves lighting or wreaths on doors and windows, a thoughtfully arranged planter — or a pair of standout urns — can also be an attractive way to welcome guests into your home for the holiday season. Get creative, and follow this general overview of the steps involved to build a stunning live design this winter.

A little planning and you can make your own holiday wreath.

DO-IT-YOURSELF: HOLIDAY WREATH Creating accent pieces for the upcoming holidays need not break the bank. With a little prior planning and forethought, odds are most of what you need for the following projects can be found around the house, at yard sales, in nature or by simply posting on social media that you are in search of needed items. The primary cost will be incidentals and time.

Turn this project into family time, or gather friends, assigning each person something to contribute to the overall project, make a crafting day of it complete with spiced apple cider or wine. An instant party!

Holiday Wreath Seed pods and pine cones gathered from your own or the neighbor’s yard or out in nature, is a simple way to decorate a door or wall space. Use either a natural or foam circle, available at any craft store as the base.

Glue natural materials into place suing a glue gun and add a touch of ribbon. For a country feel, choose reds or natural colors. For a more elegant touch, frosted or gold or silver ribbon or flocked/embossed velvet ribbon is perfect.

Use a piece of wire wrapped into place and glued to the top center prior to attaching cones and seed pods, to create a hanger.

Christmas ornaments or balls can also be added to make your wreath holiday specific, or leave off for year-around use. Anything you can imagine can be easily executed, making each wreath a one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Consider tailoring a wreath to reflect the individual style of family and friends to give as gifts they will use for years to come.

Cost for this project can be as little as $3 or as much as you want to spend.

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Arrange Greenery and Accent Elements Choose several sturdy boughs for either the backdrop or centerpiece of your arrangement.

Cut branches at a 45-degree angle to maximize surface area for water uptake. If the planters will only be viewed from the front, place the boughs upright in the planting medium toward the back of the pot. If the planters will be visible from all angles, place the larger boughs in the center as a centerpiece.

Add any tall accents next, such as white rice light branches, curly willow branches, or red dogwood branches, and then fill in with smaller greenery and sprays to add texture throughout the base of the arrangement.

Add a focal point such as a colorful bow in the middle of the arrangement or around the pot, and accent with additional

elements including pinecones, juniper berries, red winterberries, or other desired ornaments.

Finally, weave tiny white lights on a strand throughout the arrangement in order to add a classic lighting effect.

Care for Your Creation Live greenery must be watered in order to stay looking fresh.

Add water to your creation before putting it outside, and then continue to check it for watering needs. If the arrangement is placed outside in a sunny location, for example, it will need to be watered more frequently than one that is placed in the shade or in a location where it will collect water from dripping snowmelt.

Anti-desiccant products such as Wilt Pruf plant protector may help extend the life of greenery, as will covering planters with a garden blanket during prolonged

Live greenery is a welcome site for your guests during the holidays.

periods of intense sunlight or extremely cold temperatures.

Update or change out ornaments after the holiday season to give your arrangement a look that will serve as a stylish entry to your home all winter long.

— Marty Jones is the owner and manager of Colorado Alpines & Wildflower Farm in Edwards, Colorado.

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