Common Misconceptions About Landscape Design

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You've just spent a bunch of money on plant material at your local garden center and have toiled tirelessly to get everything in the ground. Some, however, just don't look right while others are taking an awful long time to take hold. You continue to faithfully water but a few don't s

Lawn Fertilizer Facts

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Fertilizer is food for grass; it promotes greening and growth of both the leaves and the root system of grass. A healthy lawn will better be able to fight drought, disease and insect infestations.

Keep Gardens Thriving Despite August Heat

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With August being the warmest month of the year in Southern California, keeping gardens growing in the heat can be a challenge. Prune Less: Avoid removing large branches from trees and shrubs in summer. The shade keeps soil temperatures underneath the trees cool.

Proper Ethics When Visiting A Friend

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The thought of visiting a friend is a kind gesture, but knowing the dos and don'ts in someone else' home is a courteous deed. There are certain things that should be taken consideration, most especially when dealing with a different culture. This article cites some proper ethics when payin

How to Remove Pine Trees in Florida

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There are seven species of pine trees that are native to Florida. These include the sand pine, slash pine and longleaf pine tree varieties. Unfortunately, they can become infected with fungal diseases, impact other vegetation or grow out of control. If this is the case in your yard, you may want to

The Benefits Of Hiring A Local Landscape Firm To Manage Commercial Properties

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Did you ever drive by a retail store, restaurant, or apartment complex in your town or city and think to yourself, "I wonder if they're still in business?" The plants are half dead, weeds have taken over the mulch bed, and what's left of the lawn is crabgrass.

The Mystique Of The Bonsai

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This article delves into the exotic and historic world of bonsai trees and their cultivation. The fascinating origin of this botanical art form has caught on world wide and its appeal is talked about in this forum.

Fresh Herb Gardening

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Are you wondering on what things to do during your free time? Herb gardening is one of the best things to do amongst choices. You can simply grow your own herbs at home and at the same time be productive on your own free time.

Tiki Torch Safety

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Tiki torches provide an aesthetically pleasing ambiance to a garden or patio area. They're made out of varying materials like cane, bamboo or aluminum. Different oils can be used to fuel Tiki torches, including those that help repel insects or produce less sooty smoke. Since Tiki torches use flammab

Which Herbs Grow Best in Southeast Texas?

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Chives, an herb that grows well in Southeast Texas.Steven Errico/Photodisc/Getty ImagesSoutheast Texas lies in the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Hardiness Zone 9. The average rainfall exceeds 50 inches per year and winter temperatures occasionally dip below freezing. Because it is...

Arts and Crafts for the Garden

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Make a birdbath for your garden.Hemera Technologies/Photos.com/Getty ImagesAdd color to your garden by creating exciting arts and crafts to brighten it up. From homemade stepping stones to rock painting, find all you need to create projects for your garden at local retail, garden and...

The Right Approach for Organic Gardening

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If you think about it, everything used for organic gardening is exactly the same as it is in the regular kind; except that it uses different kinds of products for fertilizer and pest control. The organic gardener is a stickler for the greenness of what he puts in into his garden. This makes life som

Laying The Perfect Lawn From Start To Finish With Aftercare Advice

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This was an article writen a few years ago by Colchester Turf giving advice on how to lay a lawn from turf and also how to look after it once it's been laid.

Children's Play Areas - A Guide

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Gardens provide a great opportunity for creative and imaginative children's play. Children can also develop a longlasting interest in gardening and plants. A patio next to the house may be better than a lawn for ...

List of Plant Fertilizer Brands

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Fertilizer is important for plant growth.Plants image by Degitail Imaging from Fotolia.comAccording to the horticulture and crop science extension of Ohio State University, fertilizing is an important part of plant health care. Fertilizing plants helps supplement what the soil is lacking,...

Your Garden - Location, Soil, and Sunlight

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Having a garden is such a rewarding experience, and the taste of freshly grown vegetable can't be beat. Having a garden is not as difficult as you may think. With some simple planning and time, you can be rewarded with yummy fresh veggies too!

Biennials for the cottage garden

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there are many biennials which are vital to the structure of a cottage garden.Here are a few that I think are noteworthy!

Seabuckthorn Plants

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Seabuckthorn plants are very popular, and have many uses: Landscaping, cosmetics and food, to name a few.

How to Fertilize the Ground for Evergreens

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Evergreen plants have leaves all year round; they grow new ones as old leaves fall. They don't need much nourishment, so be careful not to overfeed them. In his book "The Impatient Gardener," Jerry Baker shares his recipe to help evergreens thrive in your garden.

How to Water Your Orchids So You Don't Kill Them

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Knowing how to properly water orchids is something that you will need to consider, because many of them are special kinds that require special care. Watering your orchids too much can be just as dangerous for them as not watering them enough.