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How to Kill Mice in the Garden
Gardens are beautiful and typically attract the eyes of many; however, there are a few visitors you'd rather not have frequent your flower bed, including mice. Not only do they leave their unsightly droppings, but mice can spread infection and disease to humans, including rickettsial pox and rat bit
Zoysia Grass in Winter
Zoysia grass should be watered in winter to prevent desiccation.Peter Dazeley/Photodisc/Getty ImagesZoysia grass is a turf grass native to China and Southeast Asia. It is warm-season variety that can grow in poor-quality soil and is used throughout the southern regions of the U.S. north...
The Best Vines to Grow on a Chain Link Fence
Bougainvillea is a popular vining and flowering plant.bougainvillea image by L. Shat from Fotolia.comFences are important for dividing properties and keeping creatures either in or out. However, fences are not always appealing to the eye, especially if they're made of chain link. To hide...
Lawn Seeding the Natural Way
There are a few things you need to consider before beginning your lawn seeding project. Before you run out and buy the grass seed, take a long look at your lawn. Actually do this several times throughout a day.
How Can I Make a Battery Powered Electric Fence So My Dog Won't Dig Under the Fence?
Digging is a frustrating habit for many dog owners. Dogs often dig out of boredom and irritation, although some dogs dig an in effort to escape. A roaming dog is a danger not only to itself but to other people and keeping your dog inside the fence is the best way to keep him safe. If you have a prob
What Is the Correct Way to Plant Pampas Grass?
Pampas grass is a hardy shrublike bush native to South America that can grow up to 10 feet tall. Varieties in the United States, however, are more commonly from 3 to 4 feet tall. These plants make excellent natural borders and sound barriers because of their full leaves and tall plumes. Planting pam
How to Make Your Kids Outdoor Furniture
Kids' outdoor furniture is relatively easy to build. You can find numerous kid-size patio furniture plans online, but it is easy for most hobby woodcrafters and carpenters to adjust the plans of full-size patio furniture to fit children's needs, or to design their own. Completed kids outdoor furnitu
Fence Panel Ideas
Fence panels do not have to look ordinary or as if they were chosen out of a catalog. They can be painted to create a more personal look or custom-designed as a one-of-a-kind fence. When working with local fencing contractors, ask for something different in a fence panel design. Use fence panels in
How to Design a Glassed in Front Porch
Enclosing a front porch with glass can add great curbside appeal. An appropriate design will harmonize with roof lines and exterior materials on the house. Keep in mind that the space should serve a specific purpose, however. You can create a porch just as an entry area, for example. You can also de
How to Water-Seal a Picket Fence
A picket fence is an investment in your home that will last many years longer if it is protected with a sealant. Water sealant not only reduces water penetration that will eventually weaken the wood, it also reduces molds and mildew from staining the wood where there is high moisture and inadequate
What Is the Best Way to Clean Patio Furniture?
When the sun comes out and the family is ready to hit the great outdoors, catch some rays and enjoy a little barbecue, you want to make sure that your patio furniture is ready. Today's patio furniture is made to last, but it still needs some tender loving care each season to make sure that it c
How to Make Metal Yard Art
Metal yard art comes in so many varieties that it is hard to pick just one type. Found-object yard art takes the least amount of skill to make, but requires a great amount of whimsical, childlike imagination. You have probably seen characteristic figures such as gnomes, birds and other animals welde
Stand Alone Landscape Design Elements
Garden decor and accents can be created with both functional and non-functional elements. And common elements can also add decorative detail to your landscaping.
How to Install a Privacy Fence: Step Method
The backyard of most homes is a place of escape where you can enjoy family activities. When neighboring homes are too close to allow for privacy, installing a privacy fence allows you to maintain a private space outside your home and keep out most prying eyes.
How to Assemble an Above Ground Pool
Aboveground pools come in a variety of sizes and shapes. The most common aboveground pool is the 18-foot round pool. Aboveground pools also come in oblong (oval) shapes of different sizes. The instructions for assembling all sizes of aboveground pools are the same. Aboveground pools are great if you
How to Install Bermuda Sod in Georgia
Bermuda grass is the most popular choice for Georgia lawns. It can be grown anywhere in the state, and quickly establishes a thick, dense turf when it is planted by seed, sprigs or sod. The fastest way to establish Bermuda grass is sodding, which is an instant solution. Prepare the site well by remo
How to Interlock a Walkway
Laying a walkway with interlocking pavers offers style and durability to the overall look of your landscape. Pavers are poured or carved from concrete, stone or brick, and are designed to fit in a number of interlocking patterns. Plan your design in advance or purchase an interlocking paver kit to a
Do I Need to Add Top Soil Before Laying New Sod Down?
Instant gratification -- that what landscapers love about sod. Sod installation is easy, but like a lot of landscape work, most of your time will be spent on preparation that nobody sees when it's finished. What is visible is the result, a healthy attractive lawn for years to come.
Fertilizer for Ornamental Grasses
Ornamental grasses are low maintenance.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty ImagesOne benefit of ornamental grasses is that they require relatively little maintenance for the impact they create in your yard. Unlike many other plants that have high demands regarding grooming and feeding,...
Lawn Mower Yardman 160CC Will Not Start
The Yardman 160CC lawn mower, like all combustion engines, needs three basic things to start. Fuel provides the power, air helps ignite the fuel and a spark delivers the ignition source. These three items also need to be supplied in correct proportion with other items, and if one element is missing,