Kirengeshoma palmata
Kirengeshoma palmata Sometimes known as yellow waxbells, Kirengeshoma palmata is a late-flowering rhizomatous perennial up to 1.2m high with arching stems and is native to the woods and mountain lowlands of Korea and the Japanese islands of Shikoku and Kyushu. The unusual name? No, it doesn't come from an... Read More
Gardening for Kids
Children are continually bombarded with advertising for fast food and unhealthy treats. One of the most important lessons you can teach them is how to tend and grow their own food from the garden.There are plenty of quick and easy projects that the children can get involved in. The projects... Read More
Are There Really Black Roses?
Throughout the course of time, black roses have conjured up a variety of symbolic meanings. From unnatural worlds to death, vengeance, farewell or rebirth, the black rose has come to be viewed in a number of different ways depending on the occasion. Though symbolic meanings may differ, the... 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
Pine Furniture Care Guide
First, some background on PINE WOOD. Pine is a naturally soft wood which continues to "breathe", based upon changes in the local (home, office, store, etc.) humidity and temperature. On the individual furniture piece there may be slight defects, such as knots,and shakes(small cracks in the surface of the wood).... Read More
What You Should Know About Miniature Roses
Miniature roses are exactly what they sound like. They have all of the fragrance and beauty of a regular rose, but they have smaller blooms. These particular roses are great for indoor planting.Miniature roses are one of many types of roses available widely. These roses, as their name implies, are... Read More
Gardening in Containers
Every Garden can benefit from the addition of container gardens. They add interst and variety, plus are easily moved around. If you live in an apartment or have a small area to work with this may be the only solution for you.Your ContainerYour container can be pretty much anything and... Read More
Gardening Tips and Tricks for Late Autumn
Preparing for the Winter Months: Gardening in OctoberWhen you feel that first solid bite in the breeze and you see the songbirds winging their way south, and the trees are bursting with fire-laden hues, you know you can't be spending the weekend curled up by the fireplace with a good... Read More
Escape to Sunny Mexico - at Home!
Can't get away for a southern vacation this year? Don't despair -- plan a sunny Mexican style refresher for your patio décor and enjoy the festive atmosphere of a hacienda at home this summer.As with every other decorating style, Mexican décor has its own basic elements.ColorThe predominant color in the... Read More
September Gardening Tips
Well it is now September, and the mornings are great aren't they? It is now beginning to be the best time to plant trees and shrubs. It is a great time because the above ground temperatures are dropping and the below ground temps are still warm.This helps plants get a... Read More
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Teak Furniture - The Proper Way to Care For & Clean It
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Mint: The Herb of Hospitality
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Online Garden Seed Exchanges
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Commercial and Residential Flagpoles
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Grow Organic Vegetables
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You Say Tomato I Say Mosquito
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Rose Meanings Explained
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The Ivy League
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Bare Root Roses, What To Look For When Buying
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Lawn Disease And What To Do About It
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Want a Garden, But Don?t have Enough Dirt Or Space? Hydroponics Gardening Is The Answer!
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Garden Statuary - Time for a Fresh New Look
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Easy to Grow Roses
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Riding Lawn Mowers
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Potting Benches: Beautiful and Practical
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Growing Tomatoes Organically
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Storm Warnings For Ponds
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How to Control Deer in Your Garden
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5 Things To Consider Before Purchasing a Push Reel Mower
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How to Grow Cooking Herbs
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Selecting Outdoor Benches
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Rose - The Flower of Love and Romance
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Gardening - Natural Science NOT Rocket Science
Don't force yourself out of the most profitable hobby in... Read More
How to Grow Chocolate Cosmos
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Composting and Composters: A Basic Introduction
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Selling Your House? Trim Your Shrubs!
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A Teak Table - Accent Your Outdoor Decor With One
It's been time consuming, and there have been a lot... Read More
Easy Pond and Water Garden Construction
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Growing Tomatoes Organically
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Tuscan Garden Design
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Orchid Myths -The Truth
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Skip The Pesticide And Use Natural Alternatives
For best health, it is important to keep your environment... Read More
Hand Feeding your Koi
One of the most rewarding and entertaining things about having... Read More
A Couple of Good Places to Buy Lawnmowers
After much searching and deliberation, I finally bought a lawnmower... Read More
Dream Yard
Do you ever dream about what your yard could look... Read More
Daphnes for Scent and Colour
Anyone with even a passing knowledge of plants knows that... Read More
10 Free Gardening Products
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A Teak Chair - Create a Livable Outdoor Space with One
When creating a comfortable, usable outdoor space, nothing could me... Read More
Easy to Grow Roses
There are many different types of roses. If you are... Read More
Nontoxic Pest Control for Your Home and Garden
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Set Out a Feast for Your Feathered Friends
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Are There Really Black Roses?
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Fleur De Lotus: Purity in a Sullied World
Rising from a muddy pond, a lotus flower blossoms. Such... Read More
The Perfect Porch Swing
There is a magical quality to porch swings. In his... Read More
How to Grow Basil
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Hot-Weather Fish Feeding Facts
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Lazy Fish Worries
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Gardening - An Expression
Give the same plants to several people, you will see... Read More
22 Fun Things To Do With Your Dozen Rose Gift
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Garden Benches - What They Are
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Garden Makeover On A Budget
There's been a huge increase in the popularity of garden... Read More
Roses - Creating Beautiful Cut Roses
Many gardeners like to enjoy their roses twice - first... Read More
A Storage Bench Provides Much Needed Outdoor Space
If you are like most of us, there are two... Read More
Water Conservation in the Garden - Use a Rain Barrel to Harvest Rainwater
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Professional Lawn Watering Techniques - Wireless Sensors for Lawns in Drought Areas
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A Quick Overview of Outdoor Hot Tubs
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How To Plan A Garden Right
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The Care of Cattleya Orchids
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Light Up the Night! Quick Facts about Outdoor Lighting
When the days start to get shorter, the darkness may... Read More
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