Understanding Weeds - But mostly How to Kill em
When I was a child, I loved to pick Dandelions. The pretty yellow flowers were small, colorful, and looked nice tucked behind my ear! However, if one had popped up in the front yard, my hair accessory would have been considered an atrocity!I often feel sorry for weeds. They are... Read More
The Protea Family (Proteaceae)
The protea family (Proteaceae) includes a wide range of ground covers, trees and shrubs that often make superb garden plants. While some of the species are frost-tender, they are in all other respects remarkably resilient plants that often thrive in situations where others would rapidly succumb. Poor soils and hot... Read More
How to Choose Between Goldfish and KOI
Many people have asked us over the years "Should I add goldfish or KOI (or both) to my pond? The answer is "it depends."Goldfish are better suited to smaller water gardens and ponds, in the 50 - 500 gallon range. Goldfish are extremely hardy and easy to care for, which... Read More
Garden Fencing
I made my very first garden when I was six in a small corner at the end of my grandmother's garden. It was a small patch, not more than six rows by 10 plants long, but it was MINE, with the flowers I picked and the dirt that I dug.... Read More
Want to Build a Pond?
A pond, logically, the first question you should ask is WHERE? Do you have a huge yard with a lot of trees and shrubs and flowerbeds? In other words what is the present landscape like? Would you prefer your pond in a sunny spot or in the shade? That may... Read More
Tips On Caring For Your Cut Flowers
Imagine it's a special occasion and you've just received a glorious bunch of roses. You put them in your best vase and you stand back to admire them. You'd love to make them last as long as you possibly can, but other than keeping them out of direct sunlight, you're... 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
Companion Planting
If you look closely at the natural landscape, you'll never see a large area populated by a single species. Why then would it make sense to plant a single crop in a field or in a section of your garden? It doesn't. Companion planting makes a lot of sense.Single crops... Read More
It?s Gardening Season!
It's gardening season again! Are you ready? Whether you are a seasoned gardener, or are looking to start gardening, you will likely need supplies and plants. If you shop smart, and use the tips below, you can get that garden running with very little money. And you can save a... Read More
Tips for Choosing a Chiminea for Your Backyard or Patio
Imagine that you want to stay warm in your backyard on a cool, starry night. One of the ways you can do so is to invest in a clay or cast iron chiminea. A chiminea is nothing more than the modern version of a traditional Mexican outdoor fireplace. This type... Read More
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How to Raise House Plants from Seeds Easily
The principal house plants which are easy to raise by... Read More
The Garden As Healer
The word for 'paradise' comes from the Persian word for... Read More
Everyone Loves Flowers
Flowers Truly Reach Your Soul.Flowers are a heartfelt, natural way... Read More
June Gardening Tips
These are just a few gardening tips for you to... Read More
Professional Lawn Watering Techniques - Wireless Sensors for Lawns in Drought Areas
The technnology secrets will help home owners maintain lawns in... Read More
Plan Before Buying Rose Bushes
So, you have decided to plant rose bushes in your... Read More
Sleeping Beauties: Porches For Dreaming
There's something magical about sleeping outside, drinking in the night... Read More
Letting Nature Grow Your Garden
It is wisest to let Nature have Her way. Nature... Read More
Spice up Your Garden with Rare Flowering Bulbs
Any experienced gardener knows the secret to a beautiful garden... Read More
All about Tulip Gardens
As the curtain of winter lifts, tulips are one of... Read More
Come With Me To The Casbah!
A ripe persimmon is a thing of beauty ? sweet,... Read More
A Bit About Bare Root Roses...
Scents from the rose garden filling the air as you... Read More
Mulch Your Spring Bulbs In The Fall For A Beautiful Spring Display
Flower bulbs need a good, long, winters sleep. Like some... Read More
Garden Sheds - More Than Just Storage
You may already have a garage or shed in your... 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
Release Some Tension...Spend Some Time In Your Garden
Gardening can be one of the most rewarding and relaxing... Read More
Choosing the Proper Pond Pump
Whether you have a preformed or a liner pond, a... Read More
Xeriscaping is Waterwise Gardening
What is xeriscaping? You may have heard of xeriscaping as... Read More
Online Garden Seed Exchanges
If you've been gardening for any length of time you... Read More
Straw Bale Culture Technique
In general, plants grown in straw bales appear to require... Read More
Moss on Lawns
Just about right now, we start to see moss on... Read More
Teak Furniture - The Proper Way to Care For & Clean It
Teak furniture is tropical hardwood that has a rich, golden... Read More
Frame Your Garden With Edging
You've planted the flowers, put in the shrubs and even... Read More
Canopy Swings - Escape the Weather with One
Do you love to sit outdoors and swing for hours... Read More
Roses and Juniper Rock Gardens
Wide circle driveways don't happen much anymore, but when they... Read More
Gardening Tips for Early - Mid July
Now we are fast approaching the hottest time of the... Read More
Dill: Scandinavias Most Important Culinary Herb
The ancient herb, Anethum graveolens or Fernleaf dill as it... Read More
Maintaining Oxygen Levels in Fish and KOI Ponds
Severe environmental stressors are the most frequent causes of sudden... Read More
Outdoor Living Cleanses The Mind, Body, and Spirit
Through the use of various mediums pertaining to the outdoors,... Read More
How To Build A Waterfall
The number one, most asked question that I receive about... Read More
The Truth About Tulips
Roses may be beautiful but Tulips are magnificent. The huge... Read More
Homemade Hydroponics System Plan
Building your own water works system is quite simple and... Read More
Fountains of Refreshment
When hot, sticky days hit, try to use all your... Read More
Growing Organic! Herbs, Flowers and Fruit
Creating no dig gardens on top of the soil gives... Read More
Choosing Garden Furniture
No matter how pleasant a garden is, it is not... Read More
A Teak Chair - Create a Livable Outdoor Space with One
When creating a comfortable, usable outdoor space, nothing could me... Read More
An Outdoor Swing is A Great Way to Relax
There is simply no better vantage point from which to... Read More
Slugging It Out In The Trenches
In an effort to introduce a shaft of sunlight into... Read More
Companion Planting
If you look closely at the natural landscape, you'll never... Read More
Landscaping of Hindu Religious Places
Traditionally Hindu tepmples were located either on hills or forests... Read More
How to Grow Strawberries
In addition to the traditional strawberry patch, there are as... Read More
Landscape Wallpaper
Landscape wallpaper can be a great addition to your computer's... Read More
Orchid Care - What The Root Tells Us
Orchid Care Part 4 Diseases of the RootsOur final part... Read More
10 Tips to Care for Your Antique Ceramics
To care for your antique ceramics you need a gentle... Read More
How To Brighten Up Your Home With These Flower Arrangement Ideas
A beautiful flower arrangement piece can become the focal point... Read More
Caring For Tropical And Exotic Flowers
Tropical flowers make an exciting change from the more traditional... Read More
Homemade Hydroponics System Plan
Building your own water works system is quite simple and... Read More
Gardening - Natural Science NOT Rocket Science
Don't force yourself out of the most profitable hobby in... Read More
Protecting your Garden Pond from Pesky Predators
Notice any fish disappearing lately? While herons are present year-round,... Read More
How To Build A Waterfall
The number one, most asked question that I receive about... Read More
Wildlife Gardener
Gardening for wildlife has become quite a passion for me,... Read More
Orange Perennials For Your Garden
Perennials are wonderful because, they bloom year after year. Sometimes,... Read More
Add Rich Color To Your Garden With Blue Perennial Flowers
Blue flowers are some of the most striking plants around... Read More
How to Grow a Pineapple
The first thing you need to grow a pineapple is... Read More
Home for a Gnome?
Kitsch is defined by several dictionaries as relating to poor... Read More
Mole Traps: Can You Use Them?
Mole control is one of the most complicated problems that... Read More
Plants To Grow Old With or The Constant Battle
Following are a few paragraphs about the on going battle... Read More
What to Feed Your Fish During Colder Winter Months
With air and water temperatures dropping in most parts of... Read More
Orchid Care What The Flower Tells
In Orchid Care The Flower Will Tell You About Some... Read More
A Teak Table - Accent Your Outdoor Decor With One
It's been time consuming, and there have been a lot... Read More
You Cant Beat Perennials For Glorious Color All Season Long
When you start gardening with perennials, it's easy to think... Read More
Garden Makeover On A Budget
There's been a huge increase in the popularity of garden... Read More
Decorative Garden Accents
Think of your garden like you would a room in... Read More
The Zoo-Doo Man - Or How to Make the Best Compost in the World!
Is your garden soil great? Does it produce an abundant... Read More
Outdoor Furniture: Exploring the Benefits of Teak
Of the many types of materials that are available for... Read More
Tips for Backyard Fish Ponds Care
Installing a backyard fish pond is an aesthetic addition to... Read More
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