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Sara Hopkins
Apr 28, 2019
Des Moines Gardening Resources
Some people are green thumbs and gardening comes natural to them and well, some people are not. (I'm in the latter category but I'm...
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Sara Hopkins
Nov 28, 2018
Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal this Winter
Just because its cold and snowy outside doesn’t mean you can’t up your game and make your home an eye-catcher on the street. Also, a...
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Sara Hopkins
Sep 18, 2018
Ask an Expert: Planning for Spring Flowers
Many of you may not know this but I have a plant and gardening expert on my team! My assistant, Whitney Bouma, was transitioning away...
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Sara Hopkins
Mar 11, 2018
Des Moines Public Works - Free Tiny Trees!!
Trees and other landscaping can benefit the value of your home AND help reduce your energy bill. According to the USDA Forest Service,...
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Sara Hopkins
Apr 3, 2015
Add curb appeal to your home
Getting ready for the spring real estate market? Start now by learning what you can do to help your home’s curb appeal. First...
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