There’s just something about a well-groomed patio area that makes a house feel like a real home. Depending on where you live, a patio area is an important part of your home since you will no doubt be spending plenty of time out there enjoying the scenery. The more spruced up, the better the area …
When I moved to Southwest 13 years ago, one of my major worries was how well many of my beloved plant species would hold up to the dry heat and low humidity of the area. Although I quickly discovered most plants will thrive with the proper attention and care, there are certain types of landscape …
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Fertilizing your lawn is usually a good practice to help keep it looking healthy and green, plus it may be a necessity to keep it alive depending on where you live and what types of soils you have. There are many choices available on the market surrounding fertilizers, and it can often become difficult to decide what is …
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I’m always looking for ways to add a pop of color and height to my garden for both added summertime interest, and a winterscape to enjoy. Stacking pots to create a tiered garden is a great way to do both- plus it’s the perfect project for small spaces as well. These gardens can be placed …
When we think of roses, we usually mean hybrid teas or others which bloom not only in spring but summer and autumn too. Those in the North want the same blooming period our friends in more southern regions enjoy. In the north, the problem is winter hardiness and winter protection. Any bush with a tea-rose …
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After spending a few seasons landscaping and building garden beds, I found myself finally settling into the mindset to add in the small details that often go overlooked during the building, planting, and hauling of dirt that occurs during a new garden process. Garden border details and lighting solutions were fairly simple to incorporate once …
Hummingbirds have to be one of the most elusive and beautiful garden guests you can see. They flitter around from flower to flower with such grace and speed, they’re rare to spot on a regular basis. Since hummingbirds move so incredibly quickly, they need a lot of sugar in their blood to sustain their high …
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Fertilizing your lawn is generally a must if you are looking for a lush, green expanse that serves as an extension of your outdoor living spaces. They are a great place to walk through barefoot, and allow your children to pay upon as if it is a personal, outdoor carpet. Occasionally, lawn fertilization comes at a cost …
So, your lawn needs some help in being it’s very greenest, and you’re looking into getting some help with a fertilizer. But what kind of fertilizer to go with? There are so many brands, so many different types and styles, so what’s the very best one for you? To begin with, you need to establish what …
Owning a lawn requires a certain degree of regular upkeep to keep it looking healthy and green. I learned quickly as a new homeowner that proper, regular watering and cutting truly does take care of the majority of your grass needs, but to ensure healthy roots and plant longevity, fertilizer is a crucial component. Depending on …