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Urban Garden Design London - Some City Style Tips

Think in terms of adapting Japanese styles, based on relationships between plants, stones and water. Japanese gardens are not geometric in form; they have flowing lines and are intended to be meditative. Sand and gravel ...

The Best Garden Tiller For The Upcoming Season

I know it's only February however being that we've had such a mild winter so far I'm really starting to think of gardening again and one of the first things I'll need to do is ...

Ideas for Flower Urns

Flower urns, unlike most flower vases, generally are vessels that are set on a pedestal or feet. Flower urns can be small enough to be set on a table top to very large, up to 3 or 4 feet tall. Flower urns are not just for cemeteries but can be used as accents in landscapes, seasonal displays, specia

Landscaping Designs With You In Mind

Planning a landscape design can be a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be!By identifying your specific goals, you can create a landscape design that will work for you and your family.

Enjoy Your Own Fountain

Lots of people are making fountains part of their outdoor dcor. And why not? Fountains add a touch of class and when chosen carefully, really compliment your landscaping. The sound of the running water alone ...

5 Steps To Avoid Tomato End Rot

What is Tomato End Rot? Tomato End Rot, also called Blossum End Rot, is a common tomato disease that causes your plant to have a hard brown scab or dead area on the growing tip ...

Transplanting Tips

There's no need to be intimidated by a tree or shrub that has to be transplanted.This article explains how simple it is to successfully transplant trees and shrubs.It's easier than you think.

Lighting Required for Mesquite Trees

Mesquite grows wild all over the Southwest, especially in arid, desert regions.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty ImagesFound all over the Southwest including in Texas, Oklahoma, California and Arizona, mesquite (Prosopis glandulosa) is a common sight in the desert. Honey mesquite, one of...

How to Make a Greenhouse

Greenhouses have been around for years. Their purpose is to extend the growing season for vegetables or flowers by trapping the heat created by the sun in a glass or plastic structure. The principle of greenhouses is that the energy from the sun's rays heats the greenhouse more quickly than the he

Are They Bed Bugs Cockroaches Or Carpet Beetles?

Bed bugs, cockroaches, and carpet beetles can all be very problematic pests when they make their way into a person’s home. Knowing the difference between each of these pests can make it a lot easier to know how to treat the problem when faced with one.

Go Eco-Friendly with Wooden Garden Sheds

With the increasing worries about global warming, it is important to take some self initiative to contribute for the betterment of the future. The initiative can be started right from your home by ins

Organic Gardening - Interesting Facts on Clay Soil

Clay soil is unique and has many remarkable characteristics. In it's pure form, it is the best choice for growing plants. Due to natural plasticity of clay, it is a soil that can be easily amended or used as a soil amendment.

Care of Alleghany Viburnum

Alleghany viburnum (Viburnum x rhytidophylloides 'Alleghany'), grows up to 10 feet tall and just as wide. Its compact and rounded form, its semi-evergreen leaves and its attractive fruiting make this plant a year-round attraction. Alleghany viburnum survives best in USDA plant hardiness zones 5 to 8

Mustard: The Greatest Among The Herbs

Known and used since ancient times, and called the greatest among the herbs in the Bible, mustard and its healing properties are discussed in this article.How to grow it, how to use it, and recipes for using the seed and greens are included.