Cultivating Plants In Your Garden...What To Watch Out For
There are so many plants available for you to choose from that it's hard to know where to start. Are you looking for house plants, tropical plants or some beautiful garden plants? Green plants are not only beautiful to look at they also provide a much needed source of fresh... Read More
Bare Root Roses, What To Look For When Buying
The first thing to look for is the plant's grade. Nearly all bare root roses sold today are grown in the field and are approximetly two years old. They are sold in three main grades. Grade 1 is the best and most expensive grade. In order to obtain this grade... Read More
Tomatoes: History, Origin, Facts... or Fiction?
A tomato importer, John Nix, decided to challenge the law after scrutinizing the Tariff Act. His case relied on the fact that tomatoes were a fruit and not vegetable, therefore, it should not be subjected to the Tariff Act. Nix's objections brought the case to the Supreme Court in 1893.... Read More
y, Fun 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 climate.This... Read More
The Tools of Rose Gardening
Like any job you tackle, it's always easier if you have the right tools. Before heading out to your rose garden, make sure you arm yourself with these basic rose gardening tools.Gloves"You can complain because a rose has thorns, or you can rejoice because thorns have a rose." - Tom... Read More
Agio Patio Furniture
The fresh air of the early spring solstice and the celebration song of the earth call us to leave the safety and comfort of our indoor winter haven. We venture forth to explore the new life that is springing up all around us, and habitually look for a place to... Read More
Potting Benches: Beautiful and Practical
Do you love spending time outdoors in your garden creating beautiful floral arrangements that can be enjoyed by all? Do you spend more time gathering up your supplies than you actually do planting flowers? If so, you should consider enhancing your garden with a potting bench.Potting benches do more than... Read More
Planning a Water Garden...
A water garden is the area of your landscape that will provide you with relaxing sounds of the water, while adding to the overall details of your landscape. The water garden is a project that you must 'plan' for continued success. If you are lucky enough to have the room... Read More
A Few Simple Facts About Purple Martins
Purple Martins are the largest member of the swallow family. However, in flight their wings are more triangular than other swallows.Males are a handsome lot having a violet head and body with black on wing and tail. Females, youngsters, and first year males are light bellied and look very similar... Read More
Mowing the Lawn
This is more of a follow up on my original article posted yesterday. As I have now finally managed to buy a new lawn mower, with safetey and usability in mind, I have been chopping away at that lawn this morning.Whilst mowing the lawn, I noted a couple of things... Read More
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A Garden Bench: A Beautiful Addition To Any Garden
Okay, so you have spent hours upon hours creating the... Read More
Solar Garden Lights
Solar lights are very popular for lighting yards and gardens.... Read More
You Say Tomato I Say Mosquito
Gathering tomatoes or other fruits of the garden might not... Read More
Marjoram: The Herb of Happiness
Called the "herb of happiness," Origanum majorana, commonly known as... Read More
Tranquility in Your Own Back Yard
A garden fountain can add beauty and serenity to you... Read More
How to Grow Avocado
Fruit gardening and vegetable gardening is a very exciting venture.... Read More
Roses - Creating Beautiful Cut Roses
Many gardeners like to enjoy their roses twice - first... Read More
The Truth About Tulips
Roses may be beautiful but Tulips are magnificent. The huge... Read More
Pest Control Tips for Maintaining Your Greenhouse
Greenhouses provide a warm, humid atmosphere and are home to... Read More
Growing Palms
Palms Everybody recognises palm trees, they are the... Read More
Ship Ahoy! The Nautical Touch in Your Outdoor Living Space
Would you rather be sailing or are you strictly a... Read More
Creativity with Ponds
Here's where your creative instincts kick in. This is where... 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
Gift Ideas for Bird Lovers
Some of the best gifts you can give to a... Read More
Homemade Hydroponics System Plan
Building your own water works system is quite simple and... Read More
Colorado Blue Spruce And Lush Red Roses
Set in a broad expanse of lush green lawn a... Read More
Plan Before Buying Rose Bushes
So, you have decided to plant rose bushes in your... Read More
Pine Furniture Care Guide
First, some background on PINE WOOD. Pine is a naturally... Read More
Drying Roses
There are many reasons why you might want to dry... Read More
My Spring Bulbs Wont Bloom - Why?
You can hear the wailing from here. "Why aren't my... Read More
Landscape Design
Landscaping is a wonderful pastime enjoyed by many. It provides... Read More
Why are Adirondack Chairs & Adirondack Furniture a Cottage Favorite?
With summer right around the corner, it's time to sit... Read More
How to Water Your Houseplants Wisely
Over watering ranks first in causes of houseplant demise because... Read More
Mowing the Lawn
This is more of a follow up on my original... Read More
Flowering Cherries
Flowering cherries While the briefness of their... Read More
Would You Like More Information About Climbing Roses?
What is more beautiful than seeing a home or building... Read More
Tuberous Begonias
If you appreciate plants that have no hesitation in boldly... Read More
Choosing Garden Furniture
No matter how pleasant a garden is, it is not... Read More
Gardenscape On A Shoestring
Many of us flip through garden magazines, all the while... Read More
The Ultimate Magic Garden
Spring is the season to start planting seeds for the... Read More
Vegetable Garden Layout
The size of your yard will determine your final vegetable... Read More
Amish Furniture on the Front Porch
While shopping on line the other day at www.stoveramishfurniture.com, I... Read More
Secrets of Growing Killer Tomatoes
Tomatoes have always been my favorite garden vegetable to grow... Read More
A Bit About Bare Root Roses...
Scents from the rose garden filling the air as you... Read More
February in the Garden
Often in February there is a surprisingly warm day. Everybody... Read More
Enjoy Creating and Growing a Sustainable Garden While Feeding Your Family
A sustainable garden means one that can be sustained over... Read More
Protecting your Garden Pond from Pesky Predators
Notice any fish disappearing lately? While herons are present year-round,... Read More
Create and Furnish Your Outdoor Room
More and more people are enjoying their time spent outdoors... Read More
A Few Simple Facts About Purple Martins
Purple Martins are the largest member of the swallow family.... Read More
Orchid Care - What The Leaves Tell Us
Orchid Care Leaves Tell Us About Orchid HealthOver the past... Read More
The String Algae Blues
Now that Spring is upon us and things are coming... Read More
Fall Pond Cleaning
Doing a full pond cleaning during the colder winter months... Read More
Pest Control Tips for Maintaining Your Greenhouse
Greenhouses provide a warm, humid atmosphere and are home to... Read More
The Home Garden
The garden should be near the house and away from... Read More
How to Create a Zen Garden
When you hear the term "Zen Garden" the picture conjured... Read More
A Couple of Good Places to Buy Lawnmowers
After much searching and deliberation, I finally bought a lawnmower... Read More
Teak Umbrella : Add the Final Touch to Your Patio
Okay, so you have agonized for weeks and finally went... Read More
High Intensity Discharge Grow Light (Generic)
HID lamps are categorized in three groups :Mercury Vapor ,... Read More
Fall Flowering Bulbs
Deciduous trees dazzle us with the brilliance of the golds,... 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
Backyard Bird--The Catbird
It's quiet now.Gone is the constant chatter, whistles and meowing... Read More
Gardening with Bamboo
Myths and facts A misconception about bamboo is that they... Read More
How To Build A Waterfall
The number one, most asked question that I receive about... Read More
Gift Ideas for Bird Lovers
Some of the best gifts you can give to a... Read More
Tidy Your Garden Up Cheaply
Recently I got involved with gardening. Preior to that, all... Read More
Are You Being Taken Advantage of when Ordering Flowers Online?
Did you know that you can send flowers many different... Read More
Ultra Violet Pond Filter
Having an ultra violet pond filter will give you a... Read More
Indoor Gardening Tips for Jerry Seinfeld
"I have no plants in my house. They won't live... Read More
Popular Adirondack Chairs - Everything You Need To Know
Adirondack chairs were invented during the early 1900's by a... Read More
Who Sells Flower Bulbs?
Flower bulbs offer some of the most distinctive, unusual flowers... Read More
Hot Feeding Tips
Summer is the most enjoyable water gardening season and the... Read More
Growing Tomatoes Organically
Tomato Seeds Vs. Tomato Seedlings?Whether you start your own tomato... Read More
Wild Flower Garden - Plan to Plant
In the previous article I discussed design for your new... Read More
Metal Outdoor Furniture - Explained
Mention metal patio furniture and you probably think of the... Read More
Organic Roses in the Flower Garden
Many people believe growing their flowers and vegetables organically is... Read More
Maintaining Oxygen Levels in Fish and KOI Ponds
Severe environmental stressors are the most frequent causes of sudden... Read More
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