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An important addition to any British back garden, the greenhouse is firmly established in the British way of life. It's probably the inclement weather that drives the... Read More
There's something magical about sleeping outside, drinking in the night sounds of crickets, frogs and wind chimes, watching fireflies and stars, and feeling the cool night breeze.... Read More
Many times when the weather becomes sultry, the only place we want to be is in our favorite chair on the porch, sipping ice-cold lemonade! So, if... Read More
When spring comes and the ground is thawed, it is time to start planting your rose garden. Roses have been a cherished aphrodisiac since biblical times. They... Read More
Do you ever worry about always having to rely on getting seeds and fertilizer from the store? What would you do in a survival situation, if you... Read More
I made my very first garden when I was six in a small corner at the end of my grandmother's garden. It was a small patch, not... Read More
Notice any fish disappearing lately? While herons are present year-round, water gardeners notice the challenges they bring to the pond in spring and early summer when herons... Read More
Do you love swimming? Do you dream of an in ground pool in your backyard; but you just don't have the room for it? If space is... Read More
PLANT GROWTH & PHYSIOLOGY. (Part 5)There are three classes of plants. Each of these classes metabolize in a different way. The first class are succulent plants called... Read More
When starting a new plant from a leaf or stem cutting, the cutting will be more likely to form roots and create a new plant if a... Read More
Adirondack is the name given to a style of furnishings that date back to the late 1800's. During this time period, immediately following the civil war, upstate... Read More
A beautiful wooden deck, properly maintained, can add greatly to the aesthetic and resale values of a home.Just look around, decks are almost everywhere. Not just houses... Read More
Visualize watching a bright green hummingbird in your garden moving from flower to flower in search of the tasty nectar within. These beautiful and tiny birds weigh... Read More
Very soon stocks of new season's roses will be arriving in the garden centres, if they're not already there. Indeed, to be sure of getting... Read More
If you think that a large pond is simply a small pond that "grew up", you're in for some pond maintenance problems. Let's start off my defining... Read More
In the past, the garden has traditionally been a separate entity, with wrought iron or plastic furniture dotting the landscape in no particular design pattern. Seen as... Read More
One of the pleasurable spin-offs in organic gardening is finding alternative ways of coming up with the same, if not better, end result.....Household throwaways can be valuable... Read More
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Flowering cherries While the briefness of their glory has to be acknowledged, cherries really are the hardy spring-flowering trees for temperate climate gardens. I... Read More
Chainsaws provide many years of service for very little upkeep. Taking the time to service your chainsaw will help ensure that your equipment will not let you... Read More
There is no mention to be found of female leprechauns in traditional Irish legend, so as to how they came to be .. your guess is as... Read More
Twentieth century American architect Phillip Johnson once said, "I hate vacations. If you can build buildings, why sit on the beach?" Mr. Johnson evidently didn't how to... Read More
Camellias Named by Linnaeus in 1735 in honour of the Jesuit priest and naturalist Georg Josef Kamel, Camellia is a genus originating mainly from China but... Read More
Kirengeshoma palmata Sometimes known as yellow waxbells, Kirengeshoma palmata is a late-flowering rhizomatous perennial up to 1.2m high with arching stems and is native to the... Read More
Fuchsia (named after Leonhard Fuchs, a 16th century German botanist) is a genus of over 100 species of shrubs and small trees. Although there are four New... Read More
Very soon stocks of new season's roses will be arriving in the garden centres, if they're not already there. Indeed, to be sure of getting... Read More
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... Read More
Palms Everybody recognises palm trees, they are the universal symbol for the tropics but many are hardy enough for our temperate climate gardens. Until recently... Read More
Think of cyclamen and the chances are that Mothers Day immediately comes to mind, which is something of a pity. Now don't misinterpret me, there's nothing wrong... Read More
Although it is a member of the Thymelaeaceae, the family that includes the daphnes, it would be hard to imagine a plant less like a daphne at... Read More
Whether we know it or not, most of us are familiar with the genus Vaccinium as it has among its members several current or potential commercial crops,... Read More
The protea family (Proteaceae) includes a wide range of ground covers, trees and shrubs that often make superb garden plants. While some of the species are frost-tender,... Read More
Viburnums are related to the honeysuckles, so it should come as no surprise that many of them have fragrant flowers. But that's not all they have in... Read More
Buying discount patio furniture is an economical way to obtain quality furniture for your patio. Many department stores offer patio furniture at discounted prices towards or at... Read More
A patio can be just like another room in your house. Effective patio design can mean that your increase the floor... Read More
Anyone with even a passing knowledge of plants knows that daphnes have wonderfully fragrant flowers. And because some of them - usually the most scented - flower... Read More
"I am a sundial, and I make a botch Of what is done far better by a watch"So wrote Hilaire Belloc, but is this really fair? Sundials... Read More
You will know that if you have spent at least some time reflecting on the world around you, some things cannot be explained in purely scientific terms.... Read More
The no dig garden is exactly what it describes...a fertile garden bed with no digging at all. It involves layering clean, organic materials that will literally compost... Read More
Unless you have access to a greenhouse, or something like it, those living in cooler climates will have to start seedlings indoors if they are to take... Read More
Composting is where the gardening thing comes full circle. You've created your garden bed, you've nurtured your plants.The results have been eaten by the family...and now the... Read More
Container vegetable gardens are a great alternative for those that don't have access to backyards. There can be a range of reasons to grow your vegetables in... Read More
Do cat repellents work? How to stop a cat from using garden as litterbox? Tell me how to keep cats out of my garden. These are common... Read More
Chainsaws provide many years of service for very little upkeep. Taking the time to service your chainsaw will help ensure that your equipment will not let you... Read More
One of the pleasurable spin-offs in organic gardening is finding alternative ways of coming up with the same, if not better, end result.....Household throwaways can be valuable... Read More
Planting roses isn't actually complicated, as long as you have some good advice and tips to start with...1. Check with your local gardening center or florist for... Read More
To care for your antique ceramics you need a gentle touch and they'll last you a long time. This month we'll give you some useful tips to... Read More
1. Always read the instruction manual before operating your lawnmower. I know it sounds boring but there is a very good reason you are supposed to read... Read More
Your dozen rose gift doesn't only have to decorate your favorite room. Roses are about romance and enjoying the moment they are given and received. I've discovered... Read More
When planting a garden there are many questions which you must ask yourself before you begin. Where are you going to plant it, do you have the... Read More
Gardening is fun and rewarding and may be considered a hobby, talent or both and sometimes it's just luck. Gardening is not as easy as it looks... Read More
A rose is a rose is a rose - and there are few things in the garden more beautiful. There are 5 secrets I want to share... Read More
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... Read More
If you missed the springtime window of opportunity to divide your hardy water lilies, don't worry, it's not too late. Although springtime is the best time, you've... Read More
Push Reel Mowers are making a "comeback" of sorts, though, in reality they've never really left; they've just gotten better. There are a number of reasons why... Read More
Compost, made from decomposed grass clippings, leaves, twigs, and branches, becomes a dark, crumbly mixture of organic matter.Learn how composting works. Even a newbie to composting can... Read More
1. If you have a non-electric mower which runs on petrol or gas have a look in the instruction manual to find out how to check and... Read More
While traveling the US and occasionally taking the back highways one might have seen an interesting trend. That is the proliferation of the Lawn Garden tractors. They... Read More
Roses are one of natures most beautiful and splendid gifts. Roses come in a variety of colors and scents, from deep, deep red to the brightest yellow.... Read More
Scents from the rose garden filling the air as you walk by... it's a lovely summer scent that you can enjoy every year. Many gardeners know that... Read More
Most gardeners and landscapers will agree almost unanimously that the single best thing you can do for your lawn is to add compost. Good, organic compost can... Read More
After much searching and deliberation, I finally bought a lawnmower of the Internet. This is not the sort of item that I would normally buy on the... Read More
Purple Martins are the largest member of the swallow family. However, in flight their wings are more triangular than other swallows.Males are a handsome lot having a... Read More
Okay, so you have spent hours upon hours creating the perfect garden. You have chosen only the choicest flowers, agonized for days over their placement, and even... Read More
A Garden Pond in your Landscape - Want Water in your Yard?Thought about adding a garden pond? Should you? Here are the pros and cons to consider:On... Read More
During my youth kids were required to pass through a tree climbing phase as part of the transition from being a kid to becoming a teenager. Not... Read More
Pruning...Outdoor gardening is so much easier when you know how. Outdoor gardening is much more enjoyable when you know a few secrets.Much of the enjoyment of outdoor... Read More
Most people would think of fall as a season when trees are changing colors and dying. For many, the autumn leaves are our last dance with color... Read More