Tuberous Begonias
If you appreciate plants that have no hesitation in boldly stating their presence with huge, almost artificially perfect flowers, then tuberous begonias are for you. While some may find them rather too overstated, downright brazen even, if you like colour, and plenty of it, with subtlety an option rather than... Read More
Gardening is Good Therapy
Many of us garden just for the sheer joy of it. But did you know that all over the country the healing aspects of gardening are being used as therapy or as an adjunct to therapy? Although this might sound like a new concept, garden therapy has been around for... Read More
The Perfect Garden Sundial
Is it possible for a garden sundial to tell perfect time?The chances are very good if you can make one yourself, or get one custom made for your location. But both these alternatives will take either time or money.The reason for this is that apart from adjustments for time zones... Read More
Greenhouse Buying Guide - Choosing The Right Greenhouse
When choosing a new greenhouse for your garden there are several things to bear in mind if you are going to get the most from your choice. A wrong decision can prove costly in the long run so be sure you know exactly what you need before you buy. Here... Read More
How to Grow Basil
Today there are sprays, scented candles, plug-ins, and even discs that promise to freshen your air by putting a variety of aromas into your home. However, when you know how to grow basil, you can have enough variety of fragrance to package your own potpourri! The most commonly grown basil... Read More
Solar Garden Lights
Solar lights are very popular for lighting yards and gardens. They are virtually maintenance free, easy to install, and cost almost nothing to run. Once you have bought solar lights, the only future maintenance costs are for replacement batteries.The only drawback for solar lighting is that they must be placed... Read More
Working with Landscape Contractors
Having a beautiful and functional landscape is every homeowners dream. Hi, My name is John C Wilkes III and I have worked in the landscaping industry for over a decade. I achieved my degree in Landscape Architecture and went straight into the design and build sector. I have worked around... Read More
Store Your Outdoor Furnishings to Make Them Last
In many parts of North America, the end of "porch season" has arrived. Whether you're clearing out for some oncoming bad weather, closing up the cottage for the season, beating the vandals on devil's night, or just retreating to your nest for the winter, you'll want to store away all... Read More
Landscaping Design - The Primary Principles
Principles refer to standards or prescriptions for working with or arranging various elements to produce the intended landscape design. Good landscape design follows a combination of seven principles: unity, balance, proportion, focalization or emphasis, sequence or transition, rhythm, and repetition.Unity refers to the use of elements to create harmony and... Read More
Flower Meanings
Certain types or colors of flowers mean different things, and you don't want to send the wrong message if you give them as a gift! Of course, not everyone knows what a particular flower means, but you can never be too sure!FLOWER NAME and/or COLOR -- FLOWER MEANINGSCarnationsCarnation (General) --... Read More
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Amish Furniture on the Front Porch
While shopping on line the other day at www.stoveramishfurniture.com, I... Read More
The Rich History of Wild Roses
Wild roses, of the genus Rosa, are those naturally... Read More
Rose - The Flower of Love and Romance
What is the flower that everyone visualizes and associates with... Read More
Wind Chimes Soothe The Soul
They can be pretty to look at and soothing to... Read More
Seeds and More Seeds...What Your Garden Needs
Seeds are the most important ingredient in all gardening. Without... Read More
Homemade Hummingbird Nectar
HUMMINGBIRD NECTAR RECIPEWe love hummingbirds and love to watch them... 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
Flowering Cherries
Flowering cherries While the briefness of their... Read More
Gardening During Hard Times or Emergencies - You Can Feed Yourself!
Do you ever worry about always having to rely on... Read More
Lap Pools ? Great Exercise Inside Or Any Size Backyard
Do you love swimming? Do you dream of an in... Read More
Planning Permission Tips UK - Landscaping Schemes - Do They Add Value-Is It The Chicken Or The Egg?
Have you noticed how everything looks great at the moment... Read More
Roses and Juniper Rock Gardens
Wide circle driveways don't happen much anymore, but when they... Read More
How To Attract Hummingbirds
Yes! You can attract hummingbirds to your home. Even if... Read More
Planning a Water Garden...
A water garden is the area of your landscape that... Read More
Hydroponics Gardening - An Introduction To Hydroponics Gardening For Beginners (part 4) Environment
THE BASICS OF HYDROPONICS.The Success or Failure of Your Plants... Read More
Rosemary: The Herb of Remembrance and Friendship
Rosmarinus officinalis, commonly called rosemary is an aromatic herb indigenous... Read More
Safety On Lawn Tractors
Every gardener riding a lawn tractor should be concerned about... Read More
Colour in the Garden
Colour affects our emotions, moods, physical, and spiritual well-being. It... Read More
Garden Room Boundaries...
The areas of your landscape can be divided into several... Read More
Gallica Roses
Very soon stocks of new season's roses will... Read More
Orchid Care - What The Root Tells Us
Orchid Care Part 4 Diseases of the RootsOur final part... Read More
Grow the BEST Tasting Tomatoes
Tired of tomatoes that are rock hard and taste like... Read More
Make The Most From Your Vegetable Garden
All your hard work has paid off, and now you... Read More
Five Tips For Garden Sanctuaries
The design of your garden has an amazing affect on... Read More
Understanding Weeds - But mostly How to Kill em
When I was a child, I loved to pick Dandelions.... Read More
Summer Lawn Care Tips
Summer is just around the corner, and your lawn could... Read More
Gardeners Gift Ideas
Plant lovers and backyard enthusiasts are special people who will... Read More
The Swallowtail -- A Beautiful Butterfly
Swallowtail butterflies are some of the most beautiful butterflies found... Read More
Gardening Tips for Early - Mid July
Now we are fast approaching the hottest time of the... Read More
How to Choose the Right Bulbs for Your Spring Flower Garden
Choosing the right bulbs involves more than just selecting colors... Read More
Funky Garden Plants 2
What's a perennial garden plant that blooms in the winter?... Read More
Garden for Birds #4
I would like to know...WHO STOLE SUMMER???What did you do... Read More
Hummingbird Migration
Specific humming bird migration patterns differ by species and habitats,... Read More
Get your Garden Cooking with Friable Soil
Oh sure, fried green tomatoes are ok; but I'll take... Read More
Planning Permission Tips UK - Landscaping Schemes - Do They Add Value-Is It The Chicken Or The Egg?
Have you noticed how everything looks great at the moment... Read More
A Teak Bench: The Perfect Complement To Any Outdoor Space
Are you searching for that perfect bench to set off... Read More
Tarragon: A Favourite of French Chefs
Long a favourite of French chefs, the herb Artemisia dracunculus,... Read More
Tips on How to Plant Roses
When spring comes and the ground is thawed, it is... Read More
Growing Your Own Herbs for Tea
If you love herbal teas, as I do, you know... Read More
Turn Your Patio Into A Voluminous Vegetable Garden
My first apartment was a second-story condo in an urban... Read More
Kirengeshoma palmata
Kirengeshoma palmata Sometimes known as yellow waxbells, Kirengeshoma palmata... Read More
Garden Benches - What They Are
Putting in a flower garden or any garden for that... Read More
How to Plant Tulips
Quality Dutch tulip bulbs are easy to come by and... Read More
Easy Care Of Phalaenopsis
Do you have a knack for being with moths? Most... Read More
Organic Roses in the Flower Garden
Many people believe growing their flowers and vegetables organically is... Read More
Flowering Cherries
Flowering cherries While the briefness of their... Read More
Backyard Landscaping
When most people think of landscaping, they think of a... Read More
A Look at Fall Flower Bulbs
Most people would think of fall as a season when... Read More
How to Choose the Right Bulbs for Your Spring Flower Garden
Choosing the right bulbs involves more than just selecting colors... Read More
All about Tulip Gardens
As the curtain of winter lifts, tulips are one of... Read More
Flowers Wilting? Tips for Making Your Flowers Last Longer
We all know one disadvantage of flowers is that they... Read More
Gardening is Good Therapy
Many of us garden just for the sheer joy of... Read More
Planning a Vegetable Garden
It is important when you start to plan a garden,... Read More
Plan for Winter Plantings
Part four in a seriesIt's hard to think about winter... Read More
Plants To Grow Old With or The Constant Battle
Following are a few paragraphs about the on going battle... Read More
How to Care for Long Stem Roses
Widely considered to be the most popular roses for... Read More
9-11 Changed Everything for the Garden Tractor Business
While traveling the US and occasionally taking the back highways... Read More
Plastic & Resin Patio Furniture ? What You Don?t Know
What is the first thought that comes through your mind... Read More
Granite Flexible Preformed Rock Ponds
More than just a Preformed PondTraditionally, preformed ponds are large... Read More
Science Cant Explain Everything!
You will know that if you have spent at least... Read More
Low Maintenance Teak Furniture
In all likelihood you have heard of teak furniture and... Read More
Spring Garden Tips
Gardeners, it's time to put your gardening skills to the... Read More
Ceiling Patio Heaters
It is unavoidable, Fall is coming and we like to... Read More
Skip The Pesticide And Use Natural Alternatives
For best health, it is important to keep your environment... Read More
Making Memories with Flower Gardening
Flower gardening is not only about the present, but can... Read More
The Design Principle of Unity in Gardening and Landscaping
A principle of all art is unity. This means that... Read More
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