Hyacinthe and other bulb flowers make great indoor potted plants....

Hyacinthe and other bulb flowers make great indoor potted plants. (Brigitte Starr) Credit: Hyacinthe and other bulb flowers make great indoor potted plants. (Brigitte Starr)

Open those windows, New Yorkers, the warmer weather is coming.

It’s time to stow away the snow boots and winter parkas and move your potted plants to the terrace (OK, the balcony).

But while preparing for sunny skies and warm temperatures is fun, spring cleaning is often not. That’s why we spoke with some interior designers to gather some tips on fun ways to spruce up your home for the season that don’t involve rubber gloves and spray cleaner:

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