Gardening is Good Therapy
Many of us garden just for the sheer joy of it. But did you know that all over the country the healing aspects of gardening are being used as therapy or as an adjunct to therapy? Although this might sound like a new concept, garden therapy has been around for... Read More
Mole Traps: Can You Use Them?
Mole control is one of the most complicated problems that can face a gardening enthusiast.It is not from lack of information. Plenty of information is available. University research and white papers, government brochures, and plenty of expert opinions.It is not from a lack of products either. At any time there... Read More
The Difference Between Large and Small Ponds
If you think that a large pond is simply a small pond that "grew up", you're in for some pond maintenance problems. Let's start off my defining the terms that we'll be using here. A large pond is anything over 1,000 gallons (5,000 liters). A pond that holds over 4,000... Read More
For the Birds: Selecting and Placing a Bird House
Bird watching brings enjoyment to many people. Selecting and correct placement of bird house can attract many birds to your yard. The correct bird house can bring enjoyment and viewing pleasure from the comfort of your own home.Selecting the correct bird house or feeder is important to attracting birds to... Read More
Tuberous Begonias
If you appreciate plants that have no hesitation in boldly stating their presence with huge, almost artificially perfect flowers, then tuberous begonias are for you. While some may find them rather too overstated, downright brazen even, if you like colour, and plenty of it, with subtlety an option rather than... Read More
A Look at Fall Flower Bulbs
Most people would think of fall as a season when trees are changing colors and dying. For many, the autumn leaves are our last dance with color before the dark, gray winter sets in. It doesn't have to be that way, though. Fall flowers can offer a splash of rebirth... Read More
How To Find Cheap Flower Delivery In Your Area
As humans, we are always on the lookout for a deal. Deals on flower delivery are no exception. We use flowers as gifts for so many occasion such as birthdays, anniversaries, deaths, births, graduations and many, many more. We could probably come up with an event or celebration that could... Read More
Wildlife in Winter Ponds
This may seem contradictory, but you want to leave a little bit of debris in the pond when preparing it for winter.Some water gardeners net out the fish, completely drain the water and scrub out the pond, refilling it with fresh water.Frogs, tadpoles, snails and microscopic pond life need to... Read More
Rosemary: The Herb of Remembrance and Friendship
Rosmarinus officinalis, commonly called rosemary is an aromatic herb indigenous to the Mediterranean area. Rosemary is traditionally known as the herb of remembrance and friendship. Also known as Mary's mantle and compass weed, rosemary is a lovely, sweet scented, shrubby perennial in Mediterranean countries that can be grown as an... Read More
Growing Great Potatoes
Potatoes are so easy to grow in the no dig, organic way. They are one of the top three in vegetable growing due to their popularity and versatility. Boil 'em, mash 'em, fry 'em, bake 'em. It's hard to go wrong with this staple in the diet.They're also a great... Read More
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Feng Shui in the Garden
"The Ancient Art of Placement" called Feng Shui (pronounced phung... Read More
Hydroponics Gardening - An Introduction To Hydroponics Gardening For Beginners (Part 5) Plant Growth
PLANT GROWTH & PHYSIOLOGY. (Part 5)There are three classes of... Read More
It?s Gardening Season!
It's gardening season again! Are you ready? Whether you are... Read More
Orchids Plus More Newsletter - December, 2004
Newsletter Name Change?After several of you made suggestions to me... 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
Feed the Birds
Elaborate and decorative or simple and functional, birdhouses and birdfeeders... Read More
Pond Filter
A pond filter is one of the most important components... Read More
Lap Pools ? Great Exercise Inside Or Any Size Backyard
Do you love swimming? Do you dream of an in... Read More
Moss on Lawns
Just about right now, we start to see moss on... Read More
Park Benches
One of the best ways to create a warm and... Read More
To Salt or Not to Salt Your Pond
The important question of whether or not to add salt... Read More
A Storage Bench Provides Much Needed Outdoor Space
If you are like most of us, there are two... Read More
Greenhouse Calamities ? Thoughts from a Novice Gardener
Greenhouses are a great addition to anyone's garden. They come... Read More
Garden Sheds: Wood Finishing and Weatherproofing Tips
To keep wood garden sheds, arbors, or trellises looking their... Read More
Mole Traps: Can You Use Them?
Mole control is one of the most complicated problems that... Read More
Organic Hydroponics - Simplified
These days, it's easy to get lost in the wealth... Read More
Fleur De Lotus: Purity in a Sullied World
Rising from a muddy pond, a lotus flower blossoms. Such... Read More
Wildlife in Winter Ponds
This may seem contradictory, but you want to leave a... Read More
Developing the Perfect Landscaping Idea
Using landscaping ideas can be an effective way to attract... Read More
Using Push Reel Mowers
If you're not familiar with push reel mowers or if... Read More
Imagine Your Own Orchid Garden In A Pond
Who doesn't love to hear the water rushing and flowing... Read More
Why Teak Furniture is the Better Choice
For centuries, it has been known that teak has qualities... Read More
Planning a Water Garden...
A water garden is the area of your landscape that... Read More
Orchid Care - What The Root Tells Us
Orchid Care Part 4 Diseases of the RootsOur final part... Read More
Rosemary: The Herb of Remembrance and Friendship
Rosmarinus officinalis, commonly called rosemary is an aromatic herb indigenous... Read More
A Garden Bench: A Beautiful Addition To Any Garden
Okay, so you have spent hours upon hours creating the... Read More
Orchids Are One Of Natures Most Beautiful Flowers
Orchids are beautiful flowers. The interesting thing about orchids is... Read More
Chives - Allium Schoenoprasum
Known as common garden chives, Allium schoenoprasum, can be grown... Read More
Composting the Easy Way
Having an ample supply of good rich compost is the... Read More
How to Create a Wildflower Garden
In today's gardens often populated by geraniums, roses, and zinnias,... Read More
Patio Swings Spruce Up Your Outdoor Space with Comfort and Style
Are you looking for a way to spruce up your... Read More
About Window Ledge Gardening
The growing of flowering or foliage plants on window ledges... Read More
Wind Chimes Go Great With Gardening
What could be more relaxing than gardening on a nice... Read More
How to Grow a Pineapple
The first thing you need to grow a pineapple is... Read More
Organic or Chemical Feeding of Plants - Whats Best
A fundamental question in vegetable gardening is - what is... Read More
Fertilizing Your Water Lilies...
Unfortunately, sunlight is not enough.Your water lilies will grow, thrive,... Read More
Orchid Care What The Flower Tells
In Orchid Care The Flower Will Tell You About Some... Read More
Popular Adirondack Chairs - Everything You Need To Know
Adirondack chairs were invented during the early 1900's by a... Read More
A Beautiful Rose Is Natures Gift
Roses are one of natures most beautiful and splendid gifts.... Read More
Hummingbird Nesting Facts
Every spring the United States and Canada are blessed with... Read More
Fall Garden Chores for Spring Flowering Bulbs
As the school busses begin to rumble down the road... Read More
How to Raise House Plants from Seeds Easily
The principal house plants which are easy to raise by... Read More
Park Benches
One of the best ways to create a warm and... Read More
The Incredible Daylily
Some people have referred to daylilies as the poor man's... Read More
History of the Adirondack Chair
If you were to travel to Blue Mountain Lake, New... Read More
Fall Pond Cleaning
Doing a full pond cleaning during the colder winter months... Read More
Gardening on a Budget
When we moved into our south Anchorage log home I... Read More
Choosing Garden Furniture
No matter how pleasant a garden is, it is not... Read More
Wild Flower Garden - Recreate the Splendor of Nature in Your Own Backyard
A few years ago I made the decision to create... Read More
Decorate Your Outdoor Spaces on a Budget!
Many times when the weather becomes sultry, the only place... Read More
The Protea Family (Proteaceae)
The protea family (Proteaceae) includes a wide range of ground... Read More
How To Build A Waterfall
The number one, most asked question that I receive about... Read More
Fake Grass
The history of artificial or fake grass is to say... Read More
Gardening For Birds
What a cruel trick the weather is playing on us.WE... Read More
Teak Furniture: The Premier Outdoor Furniture
When selecting furniture for their outdoor spaces, many people purchase... Read More
Potting Benches: Beautiful and Practical
Do you love spending time outdoors in your garden creating... Read More
Fish Health in Hot Summer Heat
Summer is over, but for many of us - the... Read More
Growing a Sustainable Garden!
Do you wish you could grow a sustainable vegetable garden?... Read More
Italian Vegetable Seeds
Some might ask, "Why grow Italian vegetable seeds?" Why bother... Read More
How To Prune Your Roses For Stunning Results
Pruning and deadheading are essential to proper rose care. Alas,... Read More
Garden Hot Tubs
Imagine starting your morning with a saunter out the back... Read More
Orchid Myths -The Truth
Here are some of the popular orchid myths#1 Orchids are... Read More
Orchids Are One Of Natures Most Beautiful Flowers
Orchids are beautiful flowers. The interesting thing about orchids is... Read More
How to Grow Bananas
If your grocer says, "Yes, we have no bananas. We... Read More
Preparing Successful Seedlings
Growing your own seedlings is very gratifying and far more... Read More
Pruning Roses Secrets
Pruning your roses is one of the most needed and... Read More
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