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Elyssa at WhirLocalWarm Up Your Winter Curb Appeal: Simple Tips for a Charming HomeDec. 16th, 2023

Warm Up Your Winter Curb Appeal: Simple Tips for a Charming Home

As winter wraps our neighborhoods in its chilly embrace, it's easy for homes to look a bit dreary. Whether you're prepping to sell or just wanting to spruce up your home's appearance, boosting your home's curb appeal during the colder months can be more attainable than it seems. Here are a few simple yet effective way…
Elyssa at WhirLocalReady, Set, Grow: End-of-Winter Tasks for a More Productive GardenMar. 5th, 2024

Ready, Set, Grow: End-of-Winter Tasks for a More Productive Garden

As winter wanes and the first signs of spring begin to peek through, it's time to get your garden ready for a season of growth and beauty. Before you dive into planting, you likely have a checklist of organizational chores to tackle. These end-of-winter or early spring tasks will help you and your garden have strong f…
Elyssa at WhirLocalAugust Gardening Tasks to Keep Your Garden FlourishingAug. 19th, 2023

August Gardening Tasks to Keep Your Garden Flourishing

As the summer sun shines bright, your flower or vegetable garden is likely in full swing. August is a crucial month for tending to your plants. Here are some simple tasks to ensure your garden stays vibrant and productive. 1. Water Wisely With the heat in full force, your garden needs proper hydration. To preven…
Elyssa at WhirLocalCompost 101: How and Why to Start CompostingAug. 8th, 2023

Compost 101: How and Why to Start Composting

Are you looking for a sustainable way to dispose of your food scraps while also enriching your garden? Composting might just be the answer you've been seeking. It's a natural process that transforms kitchen and garden waste into nutrient-rich compost, which can be used to nourish plants, improve soil health, and reduc…
Elyssa at WhirLocalBeginner Veggies to Grow in Your Raised Garden BedMay. 11th, 2023

Beginner Veggies to Grow in Your Raised Garden Bed

There are many benefits that come from using raised beds in your gardening. If you’re just starting out with raised garden beds, here are four easy-to-grow vegetables (and one fruit!) that will flourish. 1. Root Vegetables Because you can control the soil and depth in a raised garden, carrots, radishes, b…
Elyssa at WhirLocalChoosing Between a Wood or Gas Firepit for the BackyardMay. 4th, 2023

Choosing Between a Wood or Gas Firepit for the Backyard

If you love the feeling of gathering around a fire in the evenings to relax with friends and family, share stories, or roast marshmallows, a backyard firepit might be just what you need. But should you go with a wood or gas firepit? Let’s go over a few things you need to know before choosing which type to buy. …
Elyssa at WhirLocalCommon Types of Outdoor Landscape Lighting for Your HomeMar. 4th, 2023

Common Types of Outdoor Landscape Lighting for Your Home

Outdoor lighting can make a huge difference in your yard at night. Whether you want to show off your landscaping or host your friends under the stars, understanding the different types of lights is the first step in choosing the ideal outdoor lighting for your home. 1. Spotlights Spotlights are the original typ…
Elyssa at WhirLocalBenefits of Raised Garden BedsFeb. 2nd, 2023

Benefits of Raised Garden Beds

Are you looking for a way to improve your gardening experience this year? If so, you might want to put raised garden beds at the top of your gardening essentials list. There are many benefits to using raised beds over in-ground gardens, so let’s go through a few of them. 1. More Control Over Soil Type and Qua…
Elyssa at WhirLocal3 Winter Garden Tasks to Get Ready For SpringJan. 24th, 2023

3 Winter Garden Tasks to Get Ready For Spring

Winter can be a critical time for your garden. Although it may be tempting to let things slide until the weather warms up, taking a little time now to perform some essential tasks will pay off come spring. Here are four winter garden tasks to help keep your garden in tip-top shape. 1. Prune Dead or Dying Branch…
Elyssa at WhirLocalSimple Ways to Increase Your Home's ValueNov. 5th, 2022

Simple Ways to Increase Your Home's Value

If you’re looking to sell your house in the future and want a strong return on your investment, you’re likely trying to figure out how to increase its value. There are a lot of factors that can go into increasing the value of a home, from something as big as a kitchen remodel or as small as repainting a room. Let�…
Elyssa at WhirLocal6 Cool Summer Activities for KidsJul. 2nd, 2022

6 Cool Summer Activities for Kids

Summertime is a time for fun in the sun. But when the temperatures rise, it can be tough to think of ways to keep your kids entertained (and keep them cool). We've got you covered. Here are 6 water-based summer activities for kids that will help keep them cool and entertained all summer long. 1. Water Balloon Fight…
Elyssa at WhirLocal9 Ways to Transform Your Backyard Into a Summer Hangout SpotJun. 18th, 2022

9 Ways to Transform Your Backyard Into a Summer Hangout Spot

When the weather warms up, you might start thinking, "How can I turn my backyard into a great summer hangout spot?" A few simple changes can make all the difference. Let's go over some ideas for transforming your backyard and making it the perfect spot for summer fun. 1. Add Some Color A pop of color can tra…
Elyssa at WhirLocal5 Simple Home Improvement Projects for First-Time HomeownersMay. 24th, 2022

5 Simple Home Improvement Projects for First-Time Homeowners

Are you a first-time homebuyer? If so, you're likely thinking about the best home improvement projects to add value and personalize your space. However, many big home improvement projects—like renovated kitchens, new windows, or updated HVAC—are expensive and time-consuming, which means you likely can't tackle eve…

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