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Rock Pond Garden Ideas
You can use stepping stones instead of a bridge to cross a garden pond.stepping stones water feature in manchester, engla image by green308 from Fotolia.comWater gardens have been popular since the time of King Nebuchadnezzar II, when the Hanging Garden of Babylon was constructed. With...
How to Install a Craftsman LT1000 Lawn Tractor Blade
Lawn and garden tractors are capable of cutting a large area of lawn in a very short period of time with minimal operator input. As small tractor technology increases, so does the requirement that they be maintained in top working condition. Proper blade maintenance affects the way the Craftsman LT1
Tall Plants for Screening a Front Yard
Envelop your front yard with a wide range of tall plants to ensure your privacy. Tall plants constantly evolve and grow over time, creating a living barrier that can be used around a front yard. Many tall plants are also evergreen, which means that, regardless of the season, they retain...
Landscaping Grasses for Mounds
A garden with an undulating surface of gravel mounds and dry creek beds of decorative stones is an attractive setting for xeriscape plants. A lush, green setting with purposefully placed mounds and dips displays a visually larger area than its square footage. Ornamental grasses provide textural and
How to Convert a Lawn Mower Engine to Propane
Converting a gasoline lawn mower to run on propane is a surprisingly easy project that can be completed within a few hours. Switching to propane has several benefits. For instance, propane is cheaper, and it's better for the environment because it burns much cleaner than gasoline.
How to Protect a Deck From Patio Chair Feet
Patio furniture can add a decorative style to your deck or patio. There are a wide variety of furniture materials and styles that can range from light plastic to heavy iron. Most decks are made of wood, so heavier furniture has a higher likelihood of damaging the deck surface if you don't prepare fo
How to Install a Paver Wall
Concrete and stone pavers are for more than just lining walkways and building patios. They can also provide a stylistic and reliable construction choice for garden and lawn walls. These structures can serve as retaining walls to keep soil in its place or to separate flower beds, or they can simply s
History of Lawn Mower Racing
Riding lawn mowers are traditionally used for mowing your grass or pulling a cart behind it to clean up around your house. It is no secret that men love competitive sports, so it should come as no surprise that lawn mower racing events became a spectator sport.
How to Make Soil Humus Rich
The best way to make soil humus rich is to dig in lots of compost and well-rotted manure. Rich humus soil is black. It holds water, yet is well draining. It is loose and friable, allowing plant roots to grow unrestricted. Soil rich with humus contains many organic nutrients that break down slowly in
What Should I Plant Next to a Fence?
Fences, although often required for gardens, are not always attractive. The foliage and growth habits of a number of plants---tall, flowering shrubs, for example, and vines---make them complementary elements for a garden fence.
Landscape Services by Landscaping Contractors and Architects
When doing a landscape project it can be difficult to choose between having a landscape architect doing the design, a landscaping contractor building the project or doing it one's self. Many of the factors to consider include budget, how much money to spend, time, how long will it take to do ev
How to Avoid Killing Toads When Mowing Grass
Cutting the grass is necessary for maintaining a healthy, well-manicured lawn. If you're not careful, however, you may end up cutting down the local wildlife population as well as the grass. Should toads find your yard an appealing place to explore, they may wind up in harm's way. Since finding amph
Instructions for Building Vinyl Fence
Vinyl fencing is not made out of old records, as the name would lead you to believe; it is made of polyvinyl chloride which is also used in sewer piping, windows and construction. Polyvinyl chloride is tough and durable, and the installation procedure is easy to accomplish in a few afternoons.
How to Dig a Hole For a Pool
It is time to literally go off the deep end. Get your property ready for that refreshing swimming pool that you have always wanted. Find out how easy it is to dig a hole for an in-ground swimming pool. No matter what size or shape of the pool. Using the right equipment, you will get the excavation d
How to Brace Wire Fence
The old adage that good fences make good neighbors is true out in the country where fences often serve to contain livestock rather than for decorative purposes. The problem with that adage is livestock is hard on fences. Properly braced a wire fence can be stretched tighter making it sturdier and le
How to Install St. Augustine Grass
St. Augustine grass grows best in coastal regions and can be found in the Gulf of Mexico coastal areas of the Americas. It does well with moderate shading and needs plenty of water. Installing St. Augustine grass should be done well before temperatures get cold so that it has time to grow. Seeding S
Easy Ways to Have a Low Maintenance Yard
Having a low maintenance yard can be great if you travel a lot or have a work schedule that keeps you away from home for considerable amounts of time. It does not have to cost a lot or be complicated to have a yard that requires minimal work. Here are some easy ideas that will help you have a very l
Video: How to Fertilize Potted Pansies
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Hello, I'm Donna Emery from Glover Nursery in West Jordan, Utah. We've just planted a bowl full of beautiful spring pansies. Now we need to fertilize them. We have many options for container plants. You can use a slow release long lasting chemical pellet like osmocote...
How to Smoke Salmon in a Water Smoker
Salmon filets, and even the whole fish, remain succulent and moist when slow-cooked on a water smoker. The appliance contains a water reservoir that raises the humidity inside the cooking chamber, ensuring that the fish stays juicy while absorbing aromatic smoke. Water smokers work with an electric
Make Your Life Easier With Outdoor Power Equipment
In our fast paced modern world, there is precious little time to spend in the garden after work or on the weekends. Whilst also being enjoyable, gardens and backyards also require quite a bit of maintenance in order look good and be useful. This can be a real problem for some home owners who simply