The Ultimate Magic Garden
Spring is the season to start planting seeds for the future. For me, the ultimate Magic Garden would be planted using the Feng Shui bagua as a guideline for the boundaries of the plot and incorporate flowers herbs and plants that correspond to each signifigant direction..The first thing I would... Read More
Cyclamen
Think of cyclamen and the chances are that Mothers Day immediately comes to mind, which is something of a pity. Now don't misinterpret me, there's nothing wrong with mothers or with having a day for them, but it does seem a little unfortunate when such beautiful, adaptable and useful plants... Read More
Getting Started with Garden and Patio Design
The art of managing outdoor space Designing a patio - or a garden, is much like designing a living room or a park. It's all about space, and how you use it. To start with, you have empty space with nothing in it. Then you add plants, statues and other... Read More
Gardenscape On A Shoestring
Many of us flip through garden magazines, all the while thinking that it takes years, a professional, or tons of money to landscape the gardens featured in the glossy pictures. This isn't necessarily true. You can design a breathtaking garden and be the envy of the neighborhood by following some... Read More
Lawn Moles and Proper Lawn Care
Are your making mountains out of your molehills? Although lawn moles are underground creatures, the benefits they add to your garden are clearly visible and far outweigh the disadvantages.Of the six species of mole found in North America, the Eastern mole (or gray mole) is the most common. Moles are... Read More
The Rich History of Wild Roses
Wild roses, of the genus Rosa, are those naturally occurring natives found in Northern Hemispheres around the globe. Wild Roses can be found in forests, canyons, logged wastelands and thickets. They have continued to grow throughout the course of history and across a range of different terrains. Most modern... Read More
Early Spring Garden Guide: What To Do In The Yard And Garden Now
Can't wait to get back to the garden? Use this handy spring garden guide to get started. Believe it or not, the key is avoid getting too impatient and doing certain jobs too soon. Early spring jobs: in the yard Start winter cleanup of the lawn when the... Read More
Toxic Pollutants & Their Effect on Fish Health
Once water temperatures increase in the summer months, fish become more active and produce increasing amounts of waste, leading to potential water pollution. Fish produce waste in the form of ammonia, which is broken down into nitrites then nitrates by beneficial bacteria. Both ammonia and nitrite are very harmful to... Read More
Science Cant Explain Everything!
You will know that if you have spent at least some time reflecting on the world around you, some things cannot be explained in purely scientific terms. Armies of scientists and researchers swarm in labs around the world trying to take the mystery out of every bit of wonder we... Read More
Multi Purpose Tree ? Sugar Palm
Palm family is unique in the aspect that most of its members have muli purpose benefits to the mankind, unrivalled by few other trees. There are several palm species such as Borassus, Areca, Sago, Fish Tail etc. Because of their beautiful structure, many of the palms adorn gardens.Though pal trees... Read More
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The Ivy League
Parthenocissus tricuspidata is commonly known as Boston Ivy, Cottage Ivy,... Read More
Imagine Your Own Orchid Garden In A Pond
Who doesn't love to hear the water rushing and flowing... Read More
Chicken Soup for the Soil
Keeping Your Soil HealthyYour soil is the most important part... Read More
How To Choose Water Garden Plants
So. The water garden bug has bitten. You've dug and... Read More
Flowering Cherries
Flowering cherries While the briefness of their... Read More
Bird Baths in Your Yard
HOOEEEHas summer come in with a bang!Heat waves everywhere.And where... Read More
10 Tips to Care for Your Antique Ceramics
To care for your antique ceramics you need a gentle... Read More
Organic or Chemical Feeding of Plants - Whats Best
A fundamental question in vegetable gardening is - what is... Read More
All About Hybrid Tea Roses
Hybrid tea roses and the original tea rose are the... Read More
Garlic: The Stinking Rose
Garlic (Allium sativum) has been used for centuries for both... Read More
Vermicomposting - Worm Composters For Eco-Friendly Waste Disposal and Recycling
Worms are not only the gardener's best friend, they are... Read More
Fun, Funky Garden Plants
I have a love for funky, fun and unique garden... Read More
A Beautiful Rose Is Natures Gift
Roses are one of natures most beautiful and splendid gifts.... Read More
Adirondack Chairs - The Proper Way to Care for Them
The Adirondack chair is unlike any other chair every made.... Read More
Sculpture Can Bring Life to Your Garden
I should know: I've been a sculptor most of my... Read More
The Perfect Yellow Roses for Your Home or Garden
Yellow roses are beauties, aren't they? Don't they look beautiful... Read More
The Design Principle of Unity in Gardening and Landscaping
A principle of all art is unity. This means that... Read More
The String Algae Blues
Now that Spring is upon us and things are coming... Read More
Easy Care Of Phalaenopsis
Do you have a knack for being with moths? Most... Read More
Feed the Birds
Elaborate and decorative or simple and functional, birdhouses and birdfeeders... Read More
Blue Wild Flowers for Your Garden
Planting wild flowers in your garden, or simply scattering wild... Read More
The Swallowtail -- A Beautiful Butterfly
Swallowtail butterflies are some of the most beautiful butterflies found... Read More
Delavays Blueberry (Vaccinium delavayi)
Whether we know it or not, most of us are... Read More
The Tools of Rose Gardening
Like any job you tackle, it's always easier if you... Read More
Plan Before Buying Rose Bushes
So, you have decided to plant rose bushes in your... Read More
Metal Outdoor Furniture - Explained
Mention metal patio furniture and you probably think of the... Read More
Outdoor Furniture: Exploring the Benefits of Teak
Of the many types of materials that are available for... Read More
Gardening in Containers
Every Garden can benefit from the addition of container gardens.... Read More
Flowers That Beautify Your Home and Garden
To help gardeners choose flowers, various systems for rating hardiness... Read More
Hot-Weather Fish Feeding Facts
Summertime provides the best time of the year to water... Read More
Teak Adirondack Chairs
Outdoor furniture constructed with teak wood is a favorite among... Read More
Tuberous Begonias
If you appreciate plants that have no hesitation in boldly... Read More
A Compost Primer
Most gardeners and landscapers will agree almost unanimously that the... Read More
How to Plant Tulips
Quality Dutch tulip bulbs are easy to come by and... Read More
Starting a Shade Garden...
The shade garden can be exploding with color and texture.... Read More
Developing the Perfect Landscaping Idea
Using landscaping ideas can be an effective way to attract... Read More
Fake Grass
The history of artificial or fake grass is to say... Read More
Tranquility in Your Own Back Yard
A garden fountain can add beauty and serenity to you... Read More
Butterfly House in the Flower Garden
Whenever you decide to look for a butterfly house for... Read More
What Type of Gazebo is Right for You? Top Questions You Need to Ask
Having a gazebo in the backyard is an excellent way... Read More
Tuberous Begonias
If you appreciate plants that have no hesitation in boldly... Read More
Teak Furniture: The Premier Outdoor Furniture
When selecting furniture for their outdoor spaces, many people purchase... Read More
Growing Great Asparagus
I went out to feed the birds this morning -... Read More
The Sundial - Garden Ornament or Exotic Timepiece?
Most of us regard a sundial as an attractive ornament... Read More
Orchids Are One Of Natures Most Beautiful Flowers
Orchids are beautiful flowers. The interesting thing about orchids is... Read More
Landscaping Design - The Primary Principles
Principles refer to standards or prescriptions for working with or... Read More
How To Check If Cut Flowers Are Fresh
Fresh flowers should feel crisp or firm. Before you buy,... Read More
How to Grow Bananas
If your grocer says, "Yes, we have no bananas. We... Read More
Gardening During Hard Times or Emergencies - You Can Feed Yourself!
Do you ever worry about always having to rely on... Read More
Taming Your Outdoors
Slapping yourself silly trying to keep mosquitoes from biting you?... Read More
Gardening - An Expression
Give the same plants to several people, you will see... Read More
Liner Ponds versus Folding Preformed Ponds
IntroductionSo you've decided to build your very own backyard water... 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
Backyard Ponds
Backyard ponds are a great source of fun and enjoyment.... Read More
Gardening for Birds Part 2
We've had some well needed rain this past week, though... Read More
How to Attract Butterfly Activity...
The flittering of the butterfly through your garden is no... Read More
How to Water Your Houseplants Wisely
Over watering ranks first in causes of houseplant demise because... Read More
How to Control Poison Ivy
Poison ivy is found throughout southern Canada and most of... Read More
Adirondack Chairs - How to Care for and Clean Them
Different from any other chair, the Adirondack chair was first... Read More
Home for a Gnome?
Kitsch is defined by several dictionaries as relating to poor... Read More
Pond Filter
A pond filter is one of the most important components... Read More
Rosemary: The Herb of Remembrance and Friendship
Rosmarinus officinalis, commonly called rosemary is an aromatic herb indigenous... Read More
Gardening is Good Therapy
Many of us garden just for the sheer joy of... Read More
Blue Wild Flowers for Your Garden
Planting wild flowers in your garden, or simply scattering wild... Read More
Using Annuals in Your Perrenial Garden
Annuals in your pernnial garden are something to think about!... Read More
Safety On Lawn Tractors
Every gardener riding a lawn tractor should be concerned about... Read More
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