Rescue your Backyard from Boredom

You see them everywhere: empty, unused yards and wallflower decks adorned with nothing but a lonely barbeque. All over the country, the typical American backyard is a mass of untapped potential. So unnecessary! If you wa

FUCHSIAS in Great Variety

The variety of plants and flowers available today under the generalised heading of FUCHSIA is quite remarkable. This is one of the factors that has caused me to take an interest in them over many years and, now that I h

Do Any of Your Trees Need Pruning?

There are many reasons to prune a tree. It is best to remove diseased branches to stop the growth of the disease and to remove the not-too-attractive parts of the tree. Or say a damaging storm has left branches partly br

Preparing Your Yard For Spring

Spring is traditionally the time when we all think about our yards coming out in bloom again. It is also the best time to transplant any plants that you want moved. Many gardens are still under snow and frost for January

Artificial Turf - A Hot New Product for Landscape Contractors

A hot new trend for homeowners, and for landscape contractors looking to supply the demand coming from homeowners, is artificial turf, also called artificial grass or synthetic grass.Why are homeowners, especially throug

Guide to Growing Raspberries

To get the best out of your raspberry plant, first you need to select an ideal location suitable for growing raspberries. The land that you select for growing raspberries should be rich in organic compounds and sandy in

Garden Sheds and Their Owners

Garden sheds are owned by many different types of people. This light-hearted article takes a look at some of the stereotypical garden shed owners across the land:The HandymanThe garden shed is his domain and he likes to

Landscaping Without Breaking The Bank

As you make your way around the block for your morning jog, a beautiful landscape often stops you on your tracks, right? With the colorful foliage and the brilliantly arranged cobble stone walks - wow! One may assume tha

Your Own Japanese Garden: Part 1

Ever walked past someones garden and been so enraptured by the front yard that you hardly registered what the house looked like? In these days of the difficult-to-shift property market, that is the kind of garden you wan

Your Own Japanese Garden: Part 2

The addition of a Japanese garden to your front yard may enhance the salability of your home. An intriguing front yard of any type adds ambiance to a property. If a prospective buyer is drawn to your yard, perhaps he may

Landing on the Right Landscape Designer

Is the grass really greener on the other side? Are your neighbors lawns seem to trample on yours? Understandingly, youll need a landscape architect, someone wholl transform your outdoor space into an artistic creation.

Tree Damage Due to the Gypsy Moth

The gypsy moth was actually brought to the United States in 1869 in an attempt to start a silkworm industry. The gypsy moth is an example of an experiment gone horribly wrong. Needless to say, the silkworm industry exper

When Does A Tree Need To Be Staked?

After purchasing a tree from the nursery, a hole is dug, and it is planted in your garden or yard. Young trees should be able to stand up tall on their own, but after transplanting them in a new environment, they might n

Spring Time Tips for Gardeners

Spring is here, pretty much at your doorstep, and you want to make sure that you get it right when it comes to your garden. Thats why this little brief gives you some basics on maintaining and preparing your garden, at

Effective Air Purification for Indoor Gardens

What is the best method of air purification for indoor gardens? There is no one answer to this question, although carbon filters are one economical solution to this problem. As most indoor gardeners are aware, such endea

5 Pieces Of Equipment Gardeners Cant Live Without

Gardening is fun and rewarding and may be considered a hobby, talent or both and sometimes its just luck. Gardening is not as easy as it looks and involves dedication, time and consistency and many trials and errors. The

Indoor Gardening Supplies Overcome Weather and Soil Conditions

Indoor gardening supplies make it possible to garden no matter the weather or soil in your locale!Whether you garden indoors professionally or as a fun hobby,indoor gardening supplies such as grow light kits with the app

How to Use Color in Your Perennial Garden

Just like most things in life, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. If purple blooms put a smile on your face, then you should most definitely use plants with purple blooms. The same is true for any color you find pleas

Infrared Log Cabins For the Garden And Your Wellbeing

Imagine coming home after a hard day’s work knowing that your aches and pains will soon disappear, once you have jumped into your infrared log cabin (also known as an infrared sauna). Unlike traditional saunas that

Evergreen Landscaping Trees Improve The Beauty And Longevity Of Your Garden!

Planting and caring evergreens requires a considerable investment of time and money. Therefore, it is important to make the right decision when choosing these plants for your yard. Evergreen landscaping trees and shrubs