5 Things To Consider Before Purchasing a Push Reel Mower
Push Reel Mowers are making a "comeback" of sorts, though, in reality they've never really left; they've just gotten better. There are a number of reasons why purchasing a reel mower would make sense such as: better for the environment; more exercise; lighter; and, better for the grass, to name... Read More
Flowers and Butterflies, the Perfect Combination!
Spring is coming fast and with it the colors of the world come to life. The spring season is not just a time for the gardens to bloom, but a season for the butterfly to come to life as well. Your garden is an ocean of color and to keep... Read More
Pruning the Backyard Grapevine
Proper pruning of your backyard grapevines is essential to maintain vine size, shape, and yield of the grapes. If you don't prune your vines, they will become unruly, tangled messes. Fruit ripeness will suffer. Overproduction of the vine may lead to premature death. It is also one of the harder... Read More
Slugging It Out In The Trenches
In an effort to introduce a shaft of sunlight into a particularly gloomy conversation, I recently asked a gardening acquaintance of mine to explain the difference between a slug and a snail.For the next twelve minutes and seven seconds, this horticultural monomaniac held forth on the most minute and inconsequential... Read More
How To Brighten Up Your Home With These Flower Arrangement Ideas
A beautiful flower arrangement piece can become the focal point of the room you choose to decorate. It's truly fascinating how we can combine different flowers to create a mesmerizing bouquet. With the vast selection of colors, fragrances and shapes, you can create or readily buy a flower arrangement piece... Read More
Greenhouse Buying Guide - Choosing The Right Greenhouse
When choosing a new greenhouse for your garden there are several things to bear in mind if you are going to get the most from your choice. A wrong decision can prove costly in the long run so be sure you know exactly what you need before you buy. Here... Read More
Outdoor Living Cleanses The Mind, Body, and Spirit
Through the use of various mediums pertaining to the outdoors, like hot tubs and patio furniture, one can relax and enjoy nature. Don't stay confined to four walls and a roof, breathe and inhale the free, fresh air only the beautiful outdoors can provide. Use your outdoor space as an... Read More
Lawn Moles and Proper Lawn Care
Are your making mountains out of your molehills? Although lawn moles are underground creatures, the benefits they add to your garden are clearly visible and far outweigh the disadvantages.Of the six species of mole found in North America, the Eastern mole (or gray mole) is the most common. Moles are... Read More
Fall Pond Cleaning
Doing a full pond cleaning during the colder winter months can be very stressful on your fish. However, if the pond is really dirty and full of 'muck' - then you may want to consider it because all of the decaying organic matter in the pond can cause problems if... Read More
Sleeping Beauties: Porches For Dreaming
There's something magical about sleeping outside, drinking in the night sounds of crickets, frogs and wind chimes, watching fireflies and stars, and feeling the cool night breeze. You'll find children giggling long past their bedtime from sheer excitement.A treat for adults and children alike, sleeping outdoors has long been a... Read More
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Bonsai Trees - Our Own Little Forest
Bonsai trees have been grown in China and Japan for... Read More
Bottle Gardening or Terrarium - Design and Maintenance
Women take pride in home decoration and gardening and want... Read More
Mustard: The Greatest Among The Herbs
Mustard plants have been used for thousands of years for... Read More
Tillandsia Airplants - Dont Plant These Plants!
Watch out, it's a tillandsia! Have no fear, I said... Read More
Orchid Care - What The Root Tells Us
Orchid Care Part 4 Diseases of the RootsOur final part... Read More
How to Grow Bananas
If your grocer says, "Yes, we have no bananas. We... Read More
Garden Sheds - More Than Just Storage
You may already have a garage or shed in your... Read More
Summer Lawn Care Tips
Summer is just around the corner, and your lawn could... Read More
Teak Umbrella : Add the Final Touch to Your Patio
Okay, so you have agonized for weeks and finally went... Read More
The Design Principle of Unity in Gardening and Landscaping
A principle of all art is unity. This means that... Read More
Mowing the Lawn
This is more of a follow up on my original... Read More
Planting Bare Root Roses
Before planting, the plants must be prepared. The following suggestions... Read More
Closing Up Your Container Garden
All good things eventually come to an end and so... Read More
Rock Gardens - A Different Kind of Garden
Planting a Rock Garden is a great alternative to the... Read More
Light Up the Night! Quick Facts about Outdoor Lighting
When the days start to get shorter, the darkness may... Read More
Cultivating Plants In Your Garden...What To Watch Out For
There are so many plants available for you to choose... Read More
Greenhouse Buying Guide - Choosing The Right Greenhouse
When choosing a new greenhouse for your garden there are... Read More
Wildlife in Winter Ponds
This may seem contradictory, but you want to leave a... Read More
Feng Shui in the Garden
"The Ancient Art of Placement" called Feng Shui (pronounced phung... Read More
Plant Hardiness Zones
When selecting plants for the landscape, is important to select... Read More
Can Your Sundial Really Tell The Time?
"I am a sundial, and I make a botch Of... Read More
Create and Furnish Your Outdoor Room
More and more people are enjoying their time spent outdoors... Read More
Choosing the Right Roses for Your Garden
The selection of roses you can grow in your home... Read More
Fish Health in Hot Summer Heat
Summer is over, but for many of us - the... Read More
Making Memories with Flower Gardening
Flower gardening is not only about the present, but can... Read More
Summer Pond Tips
Low Oxygen levels Kill FishUse an oxygen tester and air... Read More
Grow Herbs in your Garden for Pleasure and Profit
Herbs can add a touch of magic to your garden... Read More
Commercial and Residential Flagpoles
The world's tallest unsupported flagpole is located in Amman, Jordan.... Read More
How to Choose the Right Bulbs for Your Spring Flower Garden
Choosing the right bulbs involves more than just selecting colors... Read More
Frame Your Garden With Edging
You've planted the flowers, put in the shrubs and even... Read More
Roses - Creating Beautiful Cut Roses
Many gardeners like to enjoy their roses twice - first... Read More
Are You Being Taken Advantage of when Ordering Flowers Online?
Did you know that you can send flowers many different... Read More
Tarragon: A Favourite of French Chefs
Long a favourite of French chefs, the herb Artemisia dracunculus,... Read More
Brighten Your Path By Installing Decorative Landscape Lighting
Landscape lighting can add a beautiful quality to any home.... Read More
Learn All About Feng Shui Money Trees
A feng shui money tree is an indoor plant used... Read More
Plants, Birds, Love and Deer Hate
Hi Friends;This is the second year in a row I... Read More
Three Stumbling Blocks to Growing Grapes in the Backyard
Are you one of those home gardeners that don't know... Read More
Fountains of Refreshment
When hot, sticky days hit, try to use all your... Read More
Wildflower Seeds - Ten Reasons Why You Should Plant...
Native wildflowers are those that were growing naturally in the... Read More
A Teak Chair - Create a Livable Outdoor Space with One
When creating a comfortable, usable outdoor space, nothing could me... Read More
Rose Meanings Explained
Roses are the traditional gift given on Valentines Day, but... Read More
The Container Vegetable Garden
If you live in an apartment or town home, you... Read More
How to Water Your Houseplants Wisely
Over watering ranks first in causes of houseplant demise because... Read More
Seeding Flowers Indoors: An Inexpensive Way to a Beautiful Summer Garden
Every year you plan that THIS will be the year... Read More
Solar Garden Lights
Solar lights are very popular for lighting yards and gardens.... Read More
A Beautiful Rose Is Natures Gift
Roses are one of natures most beautiful and splendid gifts.... Read More
Composting and Composters: A Basic Introduction
Why Compost?Recent studies show that an average family throws away... Read More
Rosemary: The Herb of Remembrance and Friendship
Rosmarinus officinalis, commonly called rosemary is an aromatic herb indigenous... Read More
Gardenscape On A Shoestring
Many of us flip through garden magazines, all the while... Read More
A Guide for Servicing Your Chainsaw
Chainsaws provide many years of service for very little upkeep.... Read More
Why Teak Coffee Tables Are Essential For Your Outdoor Space
One of the best ways to bring together the many... Read More
Wooden You Like to Know? A Primer to Wood Outdoor Furnishings
To many people, wood is the quintessential building material for... Read More
Planning Permission Tips UK - Landscaping Schemes - Do They Add Value-Is It The Chicken Or The Egg?
Have you noticed how everything looks great at the moment... Read More
Ultra Violet Pond Filter
Having an ultra violet pond filter will give you a... Read More
How To Choose Water Garden Plants
So. The water garden bug has bitten. You've dug and... Read More
Choosing the Right Roses for your Garden
There are literally hundreds of types of roses that you... Read More
Delavays Blueberry (Vaccinium delavayi)
Whether we know it or not, most of us are... Read More
About Window Ledge Gardening
The growing of flowering or foliage plants on window ledges... Read More
Garden Swings Create an Enchanted Garden Setting
Nothing invites one to sit and enjoy a lovingly created... Read More
Orange Perennials For Your Garden
Perennials are wonderful because, they bloom year after year. Sometimes,... Read More
Vegetable Growing for Beginners
If you have never grown vegetables before the first thing... Read More
A Look at Fall Flower Bulbs
Most people would think of fall as a season when... Read More
Letting Nature Grow Your Garden
It is wisest to let Nature have Her way. Nature... Read More
A Little Known Secret to Successful Outdoor Gardening
Pruning...Outdoor gardening is so much easier when you know how.... Read More
Vermicomposting - Worm Composters For Eco-Friendly Waste Disposal and Recycling
Worms are not only the gardener's best friend, they are... Read More
How to Grow Avocado
Fruit gardening and vegetable gardening is a very exciting venture.... Read More
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