May home gardening tips: peace lily blooming and vinegar fence cleaning

The peace lily (crinul păcii) can be encouraged to bloom spectacularly in May by keeping its leaves clean with a lightly damp cloth, removing yellowed foliage, maintaining adequate humidity as temperatures rise, and repotting into a larger container when needed. These steps help the plant, which also purifies indoor air, to produce abundant flowers from spring through autumn.

For wooden fences affected by green algae, experts recommend a simple homemade solution of white vinegar and water (one part vinegar to one or two parts water). Apply the mixture with a sponge or spray bottle after protecting nearby plants, wearing gloves and eye protection, and let it sit for 10–15 minutes before scrubbing. Rinse thoroughly after cleaning. This inexpensive method can prevent wood decay and costly repairs.