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The Importance of Garden Decor
The Quest for SignificancePeople are looking for ways to add significance, peace of mind, a quality experience, and an escape from the “rat-race” in their lives. Stated differently, people want to . . .
The Hosta – A Shade Loving Perennial
My first introductions to Hostas were four small green and white clumps edging a small section of my mother- in- laws driveway.I was not terribly impressed, they looked more like scraggly lettuce p. . .
The Hope Of A Single CrocusHelaine Iris©2003Finally, I was able to see my lawn. After an unusually long, and cold winter it emerged from the snow, dead and brown, yet ready to receive the warmth of. . .
The Home GardenThe garden should be near the house and away from trees. If it's some distance away from the house, it will not be as well looked after, nor will most use be made of vegetables grown. . .
The Debate Around Controlling Pests In Our Gardens
(NC)-An important hobby for many Canadians, and one that is increasing in popularity is gardening. "I have a firm belief that the gardening industry is getting bigger," says Mark Cullen, President . . .
(NC)-One of the crowning ambitions of most homeowners is the creation of a beautiful lawn. In the case of new homes, or lawns that have been badly damaged, starting from scratch is necessary. While. . .
The Container Vegetable Garden
If you live in an apartment or town home, you probably think you don’t have enough space to grow vegetables. Lack of space is no longer an excuse since many modern vegetable varieties are perfect . . .
The Birth of a Small Container Flower Garden
The Birth of a Small Container Flower GardenThis is the first in a series of essays on how I am converting a small (12' x 16') yard in Cody, Wyoming (USA) from a barren wasteland of pea gravel and . . .
Perhaps you were browsing the pages of a catalog and found a beautiful picture of the Rose of Sharon (Hibiscus Sriacus)? Or maybe you were lucky enough to see a Rose of Sharon in person at a local . . .
The Beautiful GardenMatthew 13:3 “And He spoke many things unto them in parables, saying, “Behold, a sower went forth to sow.”Every time I read the above passage of scripture, I’m reminded of a go. . .
The Advantages of Both a Liner Pond and a Preformed Pond,...
INTRODUCTIONSo you’ve decided to build your very own backyard water garden. You are in the process of actively planning out your design, and you’re visualizing the end-result. But have you paused t. . .
The "Environmentally Friendly" Lawn
Organic or conventional fertilizer?(NC)-A well-maintained lawn acts like a giant air filter, constantly removing pollutants and carbon dioxide, and replenishing the oxygen supply.A lawn is a valuab. . .
Ten Things To Consider Before Buying A Bird House
Ten Things To Consider When Purchasing A Bird HouserrrrWhen you decide to buy one bird house or more -- be aware that there are many designs being sold that are unsuitable for the birds. These hous. . .
A simple, "preventative maintenance" lawn care plan will keep your lawn in top shape all year 'round(NC)-Just follow these 10 easy steps to keep your lawn at its best:1. Start with a good soil pre. . .
Take the Bite Out of Mosquitoes this Summer
Mosquitoes have always been pesty visitors when it comes to summer enjoyment, but because of the West Nile virus, it has become critical that we do whatever we can to reduce the number of mosquitoe. . .
Summer Pruning / Pinch an Inch
Summer Pruning…Pinch an InchBy Tom OgrenLike most people who grow deciduous fruit trees (apples, peaches, plums, cherries, apricots, etc.) I used to do lots of serious heavy pruning every winter.Ea. . .
Use an oxygen tester and air stones to keep your available oxygen level to at least 7.0 parts per million of dissolved oxygen in 90 degree F. water. Koi and goldfish start showing signs of stress a. . .
Summer is just around the corner, and your lawn could probably use a little maintenance before the summer season of backyard BBQs and swimming in the pool. So what are you doing now to get your la. . .
California has earthquakes; we in the south and east coast have hurricanes. One thing we all share is power outages. Ours are usually caused by storms. Most power outages last only a few hours and . . .
Storck, The Rouge Garden Gnome
It started innocently enough. I was shuffling aimlessly through Marc’s garden center, surrounded by baby tomato plants and the occasional faint whiff of bagged manure. Off in the corner, looking ig. . .
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