The arrival of summer heralds a time of increased wear and tear for the average garden lawn. Children's yard games, barbecue parties, outdoor sports and generally more activity in the garden means your lawn is set to come in for something of a beating and without a little TLC is... Read More
The history of artificial or fake grass is to say the least an interesting one and arose out of the social desire to in-effect ward off what could be seen, as far back as the 1950s, as an increasingly unhealthy tendency by youngsters not to exercise.History has it that birth... Read More
This is a project I've had on the back burner for many months now, but now it's finally ready!We rigged up a wireless camera and aimed it at the KOI pond here, directly where my KOI get their daily feedings. To check it out right now, visit www.koi-cam.com.Right now, it's... Read More
When you start gardening with perennials, it's easy to think that all you have to do is get your plants into the ground, and with the exception of weeding, watering and cutting back, your garden will be done. But here's what really happens: in the first year your new... Read More
Many gardeners like to enjoy their roses twice - first in the garden, then indoors as cut flowers. By choosing the right roses, cutting them at the proper time of day, and conditioning them after cutting, you can enjoy your cut roses for the longest possible time - up to... Read More
Growing grapes in the backyard or garden can be a rewarding experience. It can also be quite a failure if not done properly. Grapevines are perennial plants and will grow for years to come. There are a few things to consider before you just jump in and start planting your... Read More
Wooden Garden Furniture can be the ideal solution to various seating problems in your garden. You can add new seating areas to your garden by perhaps turning a path into a destination for a sit down or consider adding a few pieces of wooden garden furniture to less frequented corners... Read More
More than just a Preformed PondTraditionally, preformed ponds are large shells, which are extremely burdensome and difficult to transport. For example, a typical preformed pond kit would come in a box that is 60 x 48 x 24 , which is too large for many car trunk sizes. Liner kits,... Read More
Adirondack is the name given to a style of furnishings that date back to the late 1800's. During this time period, immediately following the civil war, upstate New York gained notoriety as a popular tourist destination. People, mostly the rich, flocked to the lavish hotels and guest houses that dotted... Read More
There are more reasons than ever why anybody with access to a few square feet of the outdoors should grow their own organic vegetables.You may be shocked at how much of the produce at your local supermarket has been genetically modified. Some estimates now put this at over 50%. While... Read More
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Elaborate and decorative or simple and functional, birdhouses and birdfeeders... Read More
When I was a child, I loved to pick Dandelions.... Read More
Bamboo is a mysterious and elusive plant that baffles taxonomists... Read More
What is more beautiful than seeing a home or building... Read More
A pond filter is one of the most important components... Read More
Nothing invites one to sit and enjoy a lovingly created... Read More
Preparing for the Winter Months: Gardening in OctoberWhen you feel... Read More
Mustard plants have been used for thousands of years for... Read More
The fresh air of the early spring solstice and the... Read More
Perennial plants and flowers stay around for more than just... Read More
Gathering tomatoes or other fruits of the garden might not... Read More
To many people, wood is the quintessential building material for... Read More
The protea family (Proteaceae) includes a wide range of ground... Read More
Orchid Care Leaves Tell Us About Orchid HealthOver the past... Read More
Growing your own seedlings is very gratifying and far more... Read More
Flowers Truly Reach Your Soul.Flowers are a heartfelt, natural way... Read More
THE BASICS OF HYDROPONICS.An Introduction To Indoor Plant Grow Lights.There... Read More
Extending Your Living SpaceThe garden is fast being considered to... Read More
Blue flowers are some of the most striking plants around... Read More
Palms Everybody recognises palm trees, they are the... Read More
Through the use of various mediums pertaining to the outdoors,... Read More
If you have never grown vegetables before the first thing... Read More
Shrubbery and other greenery that has an unkempt appearance can... Read More
If you've been gardening for any length of time you... Read More
As the end of summer approaches, unfortunately far too quickly,... Read More
You'll often hear garden writers recommending the use of Epsom... Read More
Orchids are beautiful flowers. The interesting thing about orchids is... Read More
Do pests 'gopher' your lawn? Chances are, if you have... Read More
How much have you thought about landscaping? Do you know... Read More
Push Reel Mowers are making a "comeback" of sorts, though,... Read More
Using landscaping ideas can be an effective way to attract... Read More
If you appreciate plants that have no hesitation in boldly... Read More
"Gardens are not made by sitting in the shade." -Rudyard... Read More
The areas of your landscape can be divided into several... Read More
Here's where your creative instincts kick in. This is where... Read More
Growing your own seedlings is very gratifying and far more... Read More
Slugs are one of the most hated of garden pests.... Read More
A Shade Garden can be created in any of several... Read More
As you shop around for outdoor furniture, you will notice... Read More
"I have no plants in my house. They won't live... Read More
The art of planting roses doesn't have to be a... Read More
Miniature roses are exactly what they sound like. They have... Read More
Organic gardeners all know compost is fantastic stuff. But now,... Read More
Notice any fish disappearing lately? While herons are present year-round,... Read More
There's a new garden in town. It is (mostly) easy... Read More
Roses may be beautiful but Tulips are magnificent. The huge... Read More
In years past, serious rosarians would never consider having a... Read More
If you enjoy making your yard as beautiful as it... Read More
Grow your own cooking herbs to add fresh zest and... Read More
Having an ample supply of good rich compost is the... Read More
A rose is a rose is a rose - and... Read More
THE BASICS OF HYDROPONICS.The Success or Failure of Your Plants... Read More
Trying to start your lawn mower after a long winter... Read More
My first introductions to Hostas were four small green and... Read More
Tomatoes have always been my favorite garden vegetable to grow... Read More
When I was a child, I loved to pick Dandelions.... Read More
First, this bug has many names. Some of it's names... Read More
There is a growing recognition, that the expanding suburban landscape... Read More
Flowering cherries While the briefness of their... Read More
Planting a Rock Garden is a great alternative to the... Read More
What is the first thought that comes through your mind... Read More
Flower bulbs need a good, long, winters sleep. Like some... Read More
The principal house plants which are easy to raise by... Read More
How do you make those flowers bloom where they are... Read More
The design of your garden has an amazing affect on... Read More
Botanists are individuals who conduct extensive study on plant biology... Read More
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