Fun, Funky Garden Plants
I have a love for funky, fun and unique garden plants. Here's one to try. It's called Sea Holly, and it's actually in the thistle family. Sea Holly is a perennial garden plant, which means you plant it once and it comes up year after year, somewhat depending on your... Read More
Gardening on a Budget
When we moved into our south Anchorage log home I had glorious plans for the 1/3 acre lot. Some previous owner had chopped down every tree counting on the neighboring woodlands for green and shade. The house was near the street with a lumpy hilly and narrow backyard that ended... Read More
Teak Furniture: The Premier Outdoor Furniture
When selecting furniture for their outdoor spaces, many people purchase pieces made with teak, a hard strong durable golden-brown wood, which is both resistant to the elements and requires little maintenance.Teak grows in the region of Southeast Asia, mainly in Java, Indonesia, and is harvested from the surrounding forests and... Read More
The Exotic Rose of Sharon
Perhaps you were browsing the pages of a catalog and found a beautiful picture of the Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus Sriacus)? Or maybe you were lucky enough to see a Rose of Sharon in person at a local garden center?Are you wondering whether these will make a beautiful addition to... Read More
Light Up the Night! Quick Facts about Outdoor Lighting
When the days start to get shorter, the darkness may drive us inside from our porches, patios or decks. Don't despair ? outdoor lighting can lengthen the day and dramatically extend the potential of our outdoor living spaces.The first step, as with any project, is to plan. How do you... Read More
The Sundial - Garden Ornament or Exotic Timepiece?
Most of us regard a sundial as an attractive ornament for a park or garden. Their effectiveness as time keepers is highly variableThat's unfortunate, because it is not at all difficult to ensure that your garden sundial will be an accurate timepiece, provided, of course that the sun is shining.But... Read More
Invite Spring Early - Grow in Your Basement
Now's the time to get ready to grow your own seedlings! It's not really difficult, and can extend your growing season by many weeks. For example, by planting brassica's (cabbage, broccoli, and cauliflower) in February in your basement under grow-lights, you can put large, sturdy transplants into your garden by... Read More
Roses and Juniper Rock Gardens
Wide circle driveways don't happen much anymore, but when they do, what do you do with them? Clear out the grass, mound up some soil, and park a few boulders in strategic positions and you've got the perfect spot for an artistic rose garden. Plant some dark green Juniper and... Read More
Canopy Swings - Escape the Weather with One
Do you love to sit outdoors and swing for hours but have to cut your relaxing excursions short due to the intense sun or brief summer showers? Do you get tired of having to wipe down your outdoor furniture before you can actually sit in it and enjoy it without... Read More
Herbs: Growing Your Own
The first thing you need to do when deciding to create your own Herb Garden is to decide on the size of the plot of land you want to use. This will depend on what herbs and how much you want to grow. Unless you are an experienced gardener or... Read More
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Roses - Creating Beautiful Cut Roses
Many gardeners like to enjoy their roses twice - first... Read More
Beauty With Indigenous Species
A garden a serves a man's every day need for... Read More
Gardening for Kids
Children are continually bombarded with advertising for fast food and... Read More
The Advantages of Both a Liner Pond and a Preformed Pond, Rolled Up Into One Box!
INTRODUCTIONSo you've decided to build your very own backyard water... Read More
How to Attract Butterfly Activity...
The flittering of the butterfly through your garden is no... Read More
Flower Meanings
Certain types or colors of flowers mean different things, and... Read More
Would You Like More Information About Climbing Roses?
What is more beautiful than seeing a home or building... Read More
Are You Being Taken Advantage of when Ordering Flowers Online?
Did you know that you can send flowers many different... Read More
Gardening - Natural Science NOT Rocket Science
Don't force yourself out of the most profitable hobby in... Read More
How to Grow Apples
The first thing you need to grow apples is a... Read More
Herbs: Growing Your Own
The first thing you need to do when deciding to... Read More
Iris Flowers Remind Me Of Mom!
Iris flowers always bring memories of mom to mind. Let... Read More
Canopy Swings - Escape the Weather with One
Do you love to sit outdoors and swing for hours... Read More
The Difference Between Large and Small Ponds
If you think that a large pond is simply a... Read More
How to Grow Basil
Today there are sprays, scented candles, plug-ins, and even discs... Read More
Fun, Funky Garden Plants
I have a love for funky, fun and unique garden... Read More
Why You Should Always Have Garden Furniture
You've put a lot of work into your garden, from... Read More
Aluminium And Wooden Greenhouses
An important addition to any British back garden, greenhouses are... Read More
Learn All About Feng Shui Money Trees
A feng shui money tree is an indoor plant used... Read More
Landscaping of Hindu Religious Places
Traditionally Hindu tepmples were located either on hills or forests... Read More
Want a Garden, But Don?t have Enough Dirt Or Space? Hydroponics Gardening Is The Answer!
Hydroponics gardening is the perfect solution for anybody who wants... Read More
Discount Patio Furniture ? An Easy Way to Get the Best
Buying discount patio furniture is an economical way to obtain... Read More
Paving Stones
Imagine a beautiful pattern of paving stones as the central... Read More
Fall Garden Planning - Garden Plans for Next Spring and Ordering by Mail
It's August, the weather has cooled a bit here and... Read More
Are There Really Black Roses?
Throughout the course of time, black roses have conjured... Read More
Light Up the Night! Quick Facts about Outdoor Lighting
When the days start to get shorter, the darkness may... Read More
Water Conservation in the Garden - Use a Rain Barrel to Harvest Rainwater
If you are a gardener you probably already do a... Read More
A Storage Bench Provides Much Needed Outdoor Space
If you are like most of us, there are two... Read More
Make Your Fresh Cut Roses Last Longer!
Women adore getting flowers, most especially roses, as it is... Read More
22 Fun Things To Do With Your Dozen Rose Gift
Your dozen rose gift doesn't only have to decorate your... Read More
Homemade Hummingbird Nectar
HUMMINGBIRD NECTAR RECIPEWe love hummingbirds and love to watch them... Read More
Garden Makeover On A Budget
There's been a huge increase in the popularity of garden... Read More
Orchids Plus More Newsletter - December, 2004
Newsletter Name Change?After several of you made suggestions to me... Read More
Dream Yard
Do you ever dream about what your yard could look... Read More
Pond Construction
The location of your pond should be decided. You've picked... Read More
8 Simple Tips to Keep Your Lawn Mower Running
1. If you have a non-electric mower which runs on... Read More
7 Factors Needed for a Compost Pile
Compost, made from decomposed grass clippings, leaves, twigs, and branches,... Read More
Maintaining Oxygen Levels in Fish and KOI Ponds
Severe environmental stressors are the most frequent causes of sudden... Read More
Brighten Your Path By Installing Decorative Landscape Lighting
Landscape lighting can add a beautiful quality to any home.... Read More
Plan Before Buying Rose Bushes
So, you have decided to plant rose bushes in your... Read More
A Look at Fall Flower Bulbs
Most people would think of fall as a season when... Read More
A Teak Bench: The Perfect Complement To Any Outdoor Space
Are you searching for that perfect bench to set off... Read More
Planting Roses
The art of planting roses doesn't have to be a... Read More
Funky Garden Plants 2
What's a perennial garden plant that blooms in the winter?... Read More
Fertilizers - What you Need to Feed Your Lawn
Just like humans need food, water and shelter to survive,... Read More
Gift Ideas for Bird Lovers
Some of the best gifts you can give to a... Read More
Want a Garden, But Don?t have Enough Dirt Or Space? Hydroponics Gardening Is The Answer!
Hydroponics gardening is the perfect solution for anybody who wants... Read More
Riding Lawn Mowers
Most riding lawn mowers are machines fun ride and extremely... Read More
How to Grow Cucumbers
The versatile cucumber (cucumis sativus) is tasty pickled, in a... Read More
Potting Benches: Beautiful and Practical
Do you love spending time outdoors in your garden creating... Read More
Granite Flexible Preformed Rock Ponds
More than just a Preformed PondTraditionally, preformed ponds are large... Read More
Starting Seedlings Indoors
Unless you have access to a greenhouse, or something like... Read More
Homemade Hydroponics System Plan
Building your own water works system is quite simple and... Read More
Preparing Successful Seedlings
Growing your own seedlings is very gratifying and far more... Read More
Create and Furnish Your Outdoor Room
More and more people are enjoying their time spent outdoors... Read More
Growing and Preserving Cut Flowers
There is nothing more cheerful than vases full of fresh... Read More
Moss on Lawns
Just about right now, we start to see moss on... Read More
Iris Flowers Remind Me Of Mom!
Iris flowers always bring memories of mom to mind. Let... Read More
Wild Flower Garden - Yours to Design and Plan
To design a wild flower garden, you do not need... Read More
Can Your Sundial Really Tell The Time?
"I am a sundial, and I make a botch Of... Read More
A Garden Pond in Your Landscape - Want Water in Your Yard?
A Garden Pond in your Landscape - Want Water in... Read More
Planting Roses In Your Garden
Roses are an old standby for any garden and one... Read More
The Exotic Rose of Sharon
Perhaps you were browsing the pages of a catalog and... Read More
Developing the Perfect Landscaping Idea
Using landscaping ideas can be an effective way to attract... Read More
How To Grow Luscious Tomatoes
The tomato is the most commonly grown vegetable in the... Read More
Hydroponics Gardening - An Introduction To Hydroponics Gardening For Beginners (Part 2) Plant Needs
THE BASICS OF HYDROPONICS.What Do Your Plants Need?All plants need... Read More
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