Imagine a lush, green lawn bordered by colorful blooms that attract beneficial pollinators such as hummingbirds and honey bees. You can entertain here. You can relax here. Best of all, a backyard like this isn't as difficult to create as it sounds. The secret to having the outdoor oasis of your dreams without the high maintenance usually associated with such projects is using perennial plants in your landscape. Perennial plants are ones you put in the ground one time, and they return each year, providing that the growing conditions are right.

What do you call a burglar who enters your home without a trace, takes nothing, and leaves gifts? Santa Claus. While it would be nice if every burglar followed Santa's model, there are those who would seek to enter your home simply to deprive you of your most prized possessions. To keep out these unwanted guests, you need a good security system and some good security savvy.  How to Choose a Good System

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