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15 Aug '12
Green Lawn Care
Create a Thick, Healthy Lawn Using Natural and Organic Materials
Creating a healthy, beautiful yard will not only go a long way in improving your home’s curb appeal, but will also help out the environment. A thick, healthy, green lawn will trap water when it rains instead of causing a run-off, which can happen with sparse, unhealthy lawns. A thriving, healthy yard will also serve as a natural food source for many animals, insects and birds. (more…)
15 Aug '12
How to Design a Flower Bed
An Easy-to-Use Checklist for the Perfect Flower Bed Design
A flower bed is a beautiful addition to any yard. Whether it’s along the front of the house or way out in back, it will add color and dimension to your yard, making the time you spend outdoors more interesting and fun. When you’re ready to design your flower bed, there are some things you can do that will help make it just right. (more…)
14 Aug '12
Lawn & Garden Decor
Easy Tips on How to Create Your Ideal Landscape Design Using Decorative Garden Items
Creating a beautiful lawn involves more than just throwing down some grass and adding a few decorative garden items. Before you begin adding garden decor to your yard, it’s a good idea to have a plan prepared. First, jot down the overall dimensions of your yard, taking into account sunny/shady areas, water drainage, seasonality (of both plants and garden decor) and the type of look that you want to achieve. You should also consider the following criteria in deciding what type of decorative garden items to add to your landscape. (more…)
14 Aug '12
How to Compost
How to Compost Organic Materials Into Nutritious Plant Soil, Potting Mix or Mulch
To achieve the real benefits of composting depends on how much organic waste you have, how fast you want the results and how much effort you are willing to put into making garden compost. Some people prefer to make their garden compost container from scratch; however, if you do not have the time or simply want an easier solution to make compost, think about purchasing a ready-to-go compost container. (more…)
14 Aug '12
Container Gardening
Have a Small Space? Grow a Garden with These Container Garden Ideas!
If you are limited by space, location or back/knee pain, then you’re probably looking for some creative container garden ideas. Consider growing vegetables and flowers in containers on your patio, balcony, rooftop or in a window, as each will provide an excellent space for productive mini gardens. Diseased plants, pests and poor soil conditions are easily overcome when you garden in a container. (more…)
