Halfway Through Summer - Are We Having Fun Yet
Today is Thursday the 23rd of June and we're almost halfway through the summer can you believe it. It seem to me that you wait and wait to get past the winter (at least here in the Northeast) then some years a wet soggy spring and finally your rewarded with... Read More
5 Simple Steps to Care For Your Push Reel Mower
Though most Push Reel Mowers made today are durable, they do require some basic care and simple maintenance in order to keep them running smoothly. Taking the following steps will ensure you have years of use on your push reel mower. Wipe the blades clean after each use. This helps... Read More
Patio Design and Patio Furniture - The Use of Focal Points
A focal point is an important design element; it is a place where the eye naturally comes to rest. In a well-designed patio there is always a planned focal point, such as a large dining set, perhaps with a well-selected umbrella. But a patio's focal point could also be another... Read More
Garden for Birds #4
I would like to know...WHO STOLE SUMMER???What did you do with it?And where are you hiding it?It seems as though just last week we were celebrating the beginning of summer.Looking forward to our yards and gardens.Planning vacations.Now, parents are celebrating "BACK TO SCHOOL!"That could mean more time in our yards... Read More
How to Attract Birds to Your Backyard Paradise For Less Than $100
Like many Americans, you may find bird watching to be a fascinating hobby. At the same time, perhaps you wonder how you can attract regular visitors to your yard without busting the bank by purchasing expensive foliage, feeders, and food. Here are some tips toward helping you establish a backyard... Read More
Dont Roll that Lawn
Every spring some mysterious hormone hits the male of the species and the urge to "do lawn work" strikes.One rite of spring is act of rolling the lawn. I've never been able to figure out why someone would roll a lawn; in my household, a lawn is for rolling on,... Read More
Growing and Preserving Cut Flowers
There is nothing more cheerful than vases full of fresh flowers placed around the house that have been grown and cut from your own garden. A cut flower is one that has been cut at the stem and placed in a vase of water. Cut flowers are grown from both... Read More
Roses - Creating Beautiful Cut Roses
Many gardeners like to enjoy their roses twice - first in the garden, then indoors as cut flowers. By choosing the right roses, cutting them at the proper time of day, and conditioning them after cutting, you can enjoy your cut roses for the longest possible time - up to... Read More
Gardeners: Contain Yourselves!
Whether you live in a tiny city apartment or on a large country estate, gardening in containers is a way to add colour and the beauty of nature to your surroundings. The three main elements of creating successful containers gardens are:Choosing the potsGetting the right planting mediumSelecting the plantsIn all... Read More
Growing Orchids as House Plants
One of the long standing myths that I still hear is that orchid house plants are difficult and finicky to grow. Well, plain and simple, the answer is No. In fact, orchids as house plants are easy to grow and will continue to bloom for years. Some orchid plants have... Read More
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How to Make Your Backyard a Wonderland Oasis
Home and garden accessories make the difference between house and... Read More
Riding Lawn Mowers
Most riding lawn mowers are machines fun ride and extremely... Read More
A Look at Fall Flower Bulbs
Most people would think of fall as a season when... Read More
7 Factors Needed for a Compost Pile
Compost, made from decomposed grass clippings, leaves, twigs, and branches,... Read More
Working with Landscape Contractors
Having a beautiful and functional landscape is every homeowners dream.... Read More
Tips on How to Plant Roses
When spring comes and the ground is thawed, it is... Read More
Plant A Simple Tea Garden
Materials Needed 1 decorative clay or metal planter 1 package... Read More
Organic Hydroponics - Simplified
These days, it's easy to get lost in the wealth... Read More
Add Value to Your Home - Landscaping
Just recently my friend had his house appraised between $800,000... Read More
Gardeners: Contain Yourselves!
Whether you live in a tiny city apartment or on... Read More
Gardeners Gift Ideas
Plant lovers and backyard enthusiasts are special people who will... Read More
Earthworm Friends in the Garden
Earthworms are a gardener's best friend.Research has shown that earthworm... Read More
Growing Great Potatoes
Potatoes are so easy to grow in the no dig,... Read More
A Little Known Secret to Successful Outdoor Gardening
Pruning...Outdoor gardening is so much easier when you know how.... Read More
Grow Herbs in your Garden for Pleasure and Profit
Herbs can add a touch of magic to your garden... Read More
How to Attract Butterfly Activity...
The flittering of the butterfly through your garden is no... Read More
Koi Pond Aeration
To achieve Koi pond aeration, there are some things you... Read More
Orchids Plus More Newsletter - December, 2004
Newsletter Name Change?After several of you made suggestions to me... Read More
About Window Ledge Gardening
The growing of flowering or foliage plants on window ledges... Read More
Tillandsia Airplants - Dont Plant These Plants!
Watch out, it's a tillandsia! Have no fear, I said... Read More
How to Grow Asparagus
Asparagus is a perennial plant with erect, edible stems and... Read More
Introduction to Botany
Botanists are individuals who conduct extensive study on plant biology... Read More
Dog Days of Summer
Here are a few tips to keep your garden and... Read More
The Heralded Teak Furniture Manufacturer: Kingsley-Bate
With an average lifespan of 75 years, teak wood has... Read More
How to Care for Your Outdoor Water Fountains
Garden lovers around the world love putting fountains among their... Read More
Garden Room Boundaries
The areas of your landscape can be divided into several... Read More
Orchid Care What The Flower Tells
In Orchid Care The Flower Will Tell You About Some... Read More
How to Grow a Pineapple
The first thing you need to grow a pineapple is... Read More
The Advantages of Both a Liner Pond and a Preformed Pond, Rolled Up Into One Box!
INTRODUCTIONSo you've decided to build your very own backyard water... Read More
The Ivy League
Parthenocissus tricuspidata is commonly known as Boston Ivy, Cottage Ivy,... Read More
Add Rich Color To Your Garden With Blue Perennial Flowers
Blue flowers are some of the most striking plants around... Read More
Balcony, Patio, and Courtyard Gardening
People choose balcony, patio, and courtyard gardening for many different... Read More
CO2 for Free
We've all heard that there is no such thing as... Read More
Care of Dendrobium Orchids
DendrobiumsThis month I am focusing our attention to the care... Read More
Edgeworthia Chrysantha
Although it is a member of the Thymelaeaceae, the family... Read More
Teak Furniture - A Cut Above The Rest
As you shop around for outdoor furniture, you will notice... Read More
Cyclamen
Think of cyclamen and the chances are that Mothers Day... Read More
The Difference Between Large and Small Ponds
If you think that a large pond is simply a... Read More
Making Memories with Flower Gardening
Flower gardening is not only about the present, but can... Read More
Lawn Care Information
Recent lawn care information reports that a lot of us... 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
Protecting your Garden Pond from Pesky Predators
Notice any fish disappearing lately? While herons are present year-round,... Read More
A Couple of Good Places to Buy Lawnmowers
After much searching and deliberation, I finally bought a lawnmower... Read More
Choosing Garden Furniture
No matter how pleasant a garden is, it is not... Read More
With So Many Choices For Patio Furniture, Finding The Perfect Set To Complement Your Yard Is Easy
There is nothing more relaxing than kicking back with a... 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
Planting Roses in Pots
In years past, serious rosarians would never consider having a... Read More
A Teak Table - Accent Your Outdoor Decor With One
It's been time consuming, and there have been a lot... Read More
Grow the BEST Tasting Tomatoes
Tired of tomatoes that are rock hard and taste like... Read More
Blue Wild Flowers for Your Garden
Planting wild flowers in your garden, or simply scattering wild... Read More
Pond Construction
The location of your pond should be decided. You've picked... Read More
The Truth About Tulips
Roses may be beautiful but Tulips are magnificent. The huge... Read More
Metal Outdoor Furniture - Explained
Mention metal patio furniture and you probably think of the... Read More
Teak Garden Furniture: A Natural Extension of the Home
In the past, the garden has traditionally been a separate... Read More
Flower Meanings
Certain types or colors of flowers mean different things, and... Read More
Gardeners Gift Ideas
Plant lovers and backyard enthusiasts are special people who will... Read More
How and When to Plant Roses
When spring comes and the ground is thawed, it is... Read More
Using Annuals in Your Perrenial Garden
Annuals in your pernnial garden are something to think about!... Read More
The Incredible Daylily
Some people have referred to daylilies as the poor man's... Read More
Indoor Gardening Tips for Jerry Seinfeld
"I have no plants in my house. They won't live... Read More
The Basics Of Pruning
The technique of pruning varies with the type of rose... Read More
Plants To Grow Old With or The Constant Battle
Following are a few paragraphs about the on going battle... Read More
Who Sells Flower Bulbs?
Flower bulbs offer some of the most distinctive, unusual flowers... Read More
The Benefits of Landscaping
How much have you thought about landscaping? Do you know... Read More
The Amazing Hummingbird
Without a doubt, hummingbirds are beautiful and interesting creatures.Those living... Read More
Adirondack Chairs - How to Choose One
In Blue Mountain Lake, New York, you will find a... Read More
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