 Category: Gardening - Landscaping
Category: Home Improvement >> Gardening - Landscaping<< previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 next page >> by Grant Eckert Eckert  [ 2007-11-01 ] Controlling pests does not always require the use of toxic chemicals and insecticides to get the job done. Moreover, many people use natural pest deterrents that are completely harmless to humans and animals as well. There are those, too, that really appreciate substances that keep these pests away without the necessity of killing them while not introducing any harmful chemicals into the immediate human environment. And, of course, by Grant Eckert Eckert  [ 2007-10-31 ] Many people give up on gardening when the cold temperatures of winter roll around. This is unnecessary because there are a wide variety of plants and shrubs that are hardy enough to withstand the harshest winter conditions. Many of these plants and shrubs will not only provide added greenery to your winter landscape but they also add color to the upcoming early spring months. by Grant Eckert Eckert  [ 2007-10-31 ] Tree disease has been an ongoing problem for landscapers for decades and can be a costly and dangerous expense. There are several things you should look for when trying to determine which or if a tree is infected with the nearly one hundred diseases that have been known to infect trees. Knowledge of what to look for will assist you in diagnosing a diseased tree and allow you to take the appropriate steps to remove and trees that are infected. by Grant Eckert Eckert  [ 2007-10-31 ] Now that the dog days of summer have finally passed, it's time to start thinking about a few key fall gardening chores. These tasks will both provide you with colorful fall foliage as well as protect your summer plants for the following season. Gardeners also need to know what type of bulbs to plant that are strong enough to stand up to the sometimes harsh autumn weather conditions. by Grant Eckert Eckert  [ 2007-10-31 ] Choosing the right shrubs for your yard is based largely upon what to hope to achieve in your landscape design. Shrubs can play any number of different landscaping rolls from structural to purely decorative, and anything in between. Finding the right shrub for the right purpose is an art as well as a science, so you are going to want to spend a lot of time at your local nursery. by Grant Eckert Eckert  [ 2007-10-31 ] One of the most enjoyable parts about owning a new home, or doing extensive work on an existing home is creating an attractively landscaped exterior. Before you start digging up the ground however it is important to have a clear design goal in mind so as to avoid any lengthy delays or complications once you begin work. by Grant Eckert Eckert  [ 2007-10-31 ] Most homeowners take great pride in their lawns, giving them constant care and attention; dutifully rooting out crab grass and catching dandelions before they go to seed, and applying lawn fertilizer in precise patterns on a set schedule. Unfortunately all of this excellent care can be for naught if your lawn becomes infested with bugs. Here are the top five lawn bugs that can cause lawn devastation. by Kathy Moran  [ 2007-10-31 ] Although many people have abandoned the ideal of the emerald-green, meticulously manicured lawn, there are still those who enjoy doing yard work. They’re the ones whose lawns are so gorgeous that the only things that are greener are the neighbors. Luckily, whether or not your lawn is the envy of the neighborhood, when it comes to outdoor furniture, you can outshine everyone. Just go to AllPicnicTables.com, and choose from their large selection of picnic tables and outdoor furniture, in durable cedar, pine, oak, teak, cherry, aluminum, polywood, and vinyl. by RE Writer  [ 2007-10-31 ] How would you like to have months worth of colorful fresh flowers, blooming constantly and almost maintenance free? Sound impossible; I thought so too, until I started forcing bulbs for winter blooms. by Susan Schlenger  [ 2007-10-30 ] Having a wild bird feeder in your landscape can be very enjoyable, but dealing with squirrels in another matter. by Marie Wakefield  [ 2007-10-30 ] Greenhouses offer a cost-efficient way to extend the growing season and to even grow some crops year-round. A good greenhouse is both part of and a supplement to your landscape. by Muna wa Wanjiru  [ 2007-10-27 ] The sight of a lovely garden is something that we all love looking at. While many places in the world are perfect for growing plants there are a few places in the world where this can be somewhat of a difficulty. by Mike Zamora [ 2007-10-26 ] If you want to add a bit of luxury to your bedroom or if you just want added warmth during those cold seasons, then down comforters might just be the home decor product that you are looking for. by Mike Zamora [ 2007-10-26 ] In Asian décor in the east and west an item called a Japanese Shoji Screen is used as either a room divider or a form of decoration. by Archie McIntyre [ 2007-10-25 ] For most of us our garden is our refuge. The open blue sky and plant shapes, smells and colors are elemental.
But when it comes to garden furniture, many people choose their garden furniture without thinking about how the furniture’s colors interact with the environment they will be placed in. High-quality garden furniture can sometimes be found in a variety of colors, or you can paint your furniture yourself. by Diana Heyden  [ 2007-10-24 ] Indoor enclosed spaces like grow rooms would seem to provide ideal protection to plants against pests and parasites that can cause much harm to crops grown conventionally. It would seem reasonable to believe that since plants are grown in a comparatively sanitized environment without soil, a pest attack scenario would be unlikely, even remote. by Muna wa Wanjiru  [ 2007-10-24 ] Flowers are one of nature’s heralds of the seasons. The various flowers that bloom in the different seasons can inform us what season we are in. by Rob Muller  [ 2007-10-24 ] With fall slipping by and winter on its way, you may find yourself reminiscing about the golden days of summer. Why not put that inspiration to use? Now is the time to plan your outdoor makeover – next summer your backyard could be your second living room. by Kathy Moran  [ 2007-10-24 ] Most of us just want to curl up and stay warm when the weather gets cold; but we know that, in order to be completely comfortable, we will first have to take steps to ensure that our homes are properly insulated, and any leaks are sealed. While there are many things that you can do to keep the winter winds whistling around, instead of through, your house, there is also a way that you can escape the cold in a cozy getaway in your own backyard. At GazeboCreations.com, you can design your own beautiful sunroom in just a few steps, choosing from dozens of options, including insulation, partitions, ceiling fans, cupolas, decorative sliding glass doors, and several colors of vinyl siding, shingles, and trim. by David Tang  [ 2007-10-23 ] Lighting is one of the most important parts of any design; regardless of what the design actually is. Whether you happen to be designing a house, the inside of a house, a particular room within a house, a patio, a recreational center, an office building or anything else you can think of, the placement of the lights and the choosing of the type of lights to be used are going to be two of the most important factors you consider when building that particular project. by Roosevelt Roosevelt [ 2007-10-19 ] Having a pond in the backyard will definitely be an eye catching sight for everyone. The sound of water, beautiful fishes and exotic plants all makes your mind cool and relaxed besides feeling fresh. So if you think you can feel fresh, relaxed and cool by making your backyard beautiful, now is the best time to start it. by Kathy Moran  [ 2007-10-19 ] To keep your porch chairs and other wooden patio furniture looking its best throughout its lifetime, there are several ways to can hide nicks and scrapes that come with years of use. Sometimes, all it takes is a bit of paste wax, sandpaper, and baby oil. Other remedies include stain and special touch-up pens available at wood-finishing suppliers. Of course, the best way to ensure that you will always have the most gorgeous outdoor furniture in town, is to go to CedarStore.com, where you’ll find a selection of wood, synthetic, and metal porch chairs, tables, dining sets, swings, gliders, lounges, rockers, accent tables, and more. by Kathy Moran  [ 2007-10-18 ] Research indicates that our passion for outdoor living has grown significantly over the past several years. At the same time, however, we don’t like spending our free time doing yard work. Therefore, many people are using ornamental grasses to create colorful, low-maintenance lawns. Another way to bring color to the landscape is by going to AllPicnicTables.com, and choosing a picnic table in one of several materials, including cedar, pine, oak, cherry, teak, polywood, aluminum, and thermo-plastic coated steel, many of which are available in dozens of colors. by Richard Cussons  [ 2007-10-15 ] Learn how to make a garden pation and how it can improve you quality of life... by Kathy Moran  [ 2007-10-15 ] Gazebos are more popular than ever, as many people are now integrating them with their decks, to extend their living areas. This practice is becoming so widespread, in fact, that it has given rise to the term, gazebo deck. If you decide to include a gazebo as part of the deck, or in your yard, go to GazeboCreations.com, where you’ll find a collection of treated pine, cedar, and vinyl gazebos that are designed to last a lifetime. You can choose one that’s pre-designed, or customize one in a few steps, using the Gazebo Wizard to select from dozens of options, including different types of flooring, decorative railings, wiring, fans, cupolas, roofing material and color, and much more. by Grant Eckert Eckert  [ 2007-10-12 ] When it comes to keeping your body healthy, learning the basics of proper nutrition is the first step. Your lawn is no different. Fertilizing your lawn provides it with the necessary nutrients it needs to be healthy and attractive. So, in order to do this right, here are the basics for fertilizing your lawn this season. by Grant Eckert Eckert  [ 2007-10-12 ] Whether you are trying to sell your home or simply want your lawn to look its best, make sure you are doing everything possible. For most of us, lawn care is limited to watering from time to time and cutting it when it gets too long. However, in order to create a healthy and attractive lawn, a bit more care is required. Here are five tips that can help your lawn this year. by Grant Eckert Eckert  [ 2007-10-12 ] Your property is something that immediately makes an impression with others. When someone pulls up to your driveway or drives past your home, your lawn is the first thing they notice. In order to make sure that your property is illuminated and secure, you may want to assess your current layout. A healthy lawn and quality outdoor lighting can make your home even more attractive and secure. by Mark Hostetler  [ 2007-10-11 ] There are certain challenges when gardening in the Nevada climate, but don't despair; it doesn't mean you can't have a lush green lawn filled with vibrant annuals or spring bulbs. There are however, some maintenance and planting tips that need to be considered during the autumn months. by Susan Schlenger  [ 2007-10-09 ] A swimming pool landscape project can be a difficult undertaking. How and when you start can make a big difference in the ease and success of the project. by Diana Heyden  [ 2007-10-09 ] The term propagation refers to starting of plants. There are two methods that are most widely used for plant propagation in hydroponics. These are seed germination and rooting cuttings (cloning). by Doug Jones  [ 2007-10-09 ] While some interior designers like to bring the outdoors in, more people are beginning to bring the indoors out. Outdoor living spaces are the hottest trend in home decor these days, and there appears to be no end in sight. by james dalton  [ 2007-10-09 ] This article will focus on the different ways to care for your lawn. It will describe the most common along with new tips for lawn care. by Diana Heyden  [ 2007-10-08 ] Plants need to absorb nutrients to support growth whether they are grown using hydroponics techniques or they are grown in soil using conventional cultivation methods. But even with the best nutrients available to them, plants may fail to grow and whither away if a factor known as pH is too high or too low. by Mike Rad  [ 2007-10-06 ] A Conservatory is also known as a green house and this is a place where plants are grown in optimum conditions of light and heat. Today, a conservatory is an extra room of the house, having lost its initial meaning. by Susan Schlenger  [ 2007-10-06 ] Bluestone paving is a wonderful choice for a patio. It comes in many color variations, shapes and sizes. However, it does have its problems also. by Kathy Moran  [ 2007-10-05 ] As you have probably noticed, picnic tables have changed quite a bit over the past several years, and are available in more varieties than ever before. AllPicnicTables.com has a knockout collection of tables in every material, size, style, shape, and color imaginable. If you’re a stickler for tradition, you can still get beautiful, decay-resistant wood tables, made from cedar, pine, oak, teak, and cherry. If you’re interested in something a bit more modern, you’ll love their amazing selection of polywood, vinyl, and aluminum tables, which are available in dozens of colors, and are practically indestructible. by Carole Nixon [ 2007-10-05 ] For brightness nothing equals Paul's Carmine Pillar rose. This rose tree is one of the most artistic we have. by Carole Nixon [ 2007-10-05 ] Some of the smaller growing flowers that go with our roses are S.Caespitosa, S.Hypnoides, and the Saxifrage makes a nice carpet. by Kausik Dutta  [ 2007-10-04 ] Water fountains add an air of tranquility and contentedness into any space. The sound of rushing water soothes frayed nerves and helps to remind a person that they are part of nature. Whether you are looking for a water fountain for your home or office, there are plenty of choices for you to debate between. by Kausik Dutta  [ 2007-10-04 ] You’re a homeowner and have decided that the current fence is just too shabby. It’s time for it to be replaced. Or, there is no current fence, and you’re ready for some privacy from the other neighbors. But where do you start? There are many different options for fences. In order to get all of the information that you need in order to make an educated decision, be sure to visit Fence Orlando. by Kathy Moran  [ 2007-10-04 ] Gazebos have been gaining popularity ever since people discovered that they are as affordable as they are beautiful. Over the past couple of decades, we have found many new uses for them, as we are putting in electricity and plumbing, and turning them into guesthouses, cottages, and home offices. Now, in one of the fastest-growing trends, we are frequently turning them into hot tub gazebos. At GazeboCreations.com, you’ll find a selection of gazebos in several sizes, styles, shapes, and materials. You can choose a pre-designed gazebo, or customize one in a few easy steps, using the Gazebo Wizard, which offers tons of options that will allow you to get the most out of your hot tub gazebo experience. by Susan Slobac  [ 2007-10-03 ] When it comes to grow lights and other electronic devices, a ballast is mechanism that acts as a type of resistor. Similar to the “power pack” used with electric trains, its purpose is to regulate the amount of electrical current flowing through a circuit. by Devin Greenfield [ 2007-10-03 ] Are you fond of collecting cacti? Or maybe you have friends who admire these gorgeous plants? Or maybe you just dream of starting your own cactus collection? Here you will learn those five well-known steps each typical cactus collector goes through. And remember, once you've become a true cactus lover this is going to last forever! by John Williams  [ 2007-10-03 ] Some of the different pepers available and which are best to grow first. by Kathy Moran  [ 2007-10-03 ] Sunrooms from GazeboCreations.com are charming their way into backyards all over the country. They allow us to enjoy the best of the outdoors, while sheltering us from the elements, and provide us with backyard sanctuaries for rest and recreation. A sunroom can also be used as an extra room, a place for entertaining, a home office, a spa, a guesthouse, and more. At GazeboCreations.com, you can use the Sunroom Designer to create a spectacular sunroom in just a few steps, choosing from dozens of options, including several colors of vinyl siding, shingles, and trim, as well as finished interiors, insulation, ceiling fans, cupolas, window boxes, and more. by Susan Slobac  [ 2007-10-02 ] LED Grow lights are another example of a small thing that can make a great difference. If you are growing your own food hydroponically, you’re already taking a step toward saving the planet. by Igor Petrov [ 2007-10-02 ] Nothing says summer quite like walking barefoot through the cool, fresh grass. But many products that promise a greener lawn often recruit the use of thick, heavy pesticides that can be harmful to your skin and health. To help keep your grass thriving all summer long, follow these easy tips... by John Williams  [ 2007-10-01 ] How to get rid of aphids the easy way. Different tips on how to get rid of greenfly and blackfly by Kathy Moran  [ 2007-10-01 ] The picnic table is one of the most popular pieces of outdoor furniture in the country. It’s hard to find a home that doesn’t have one. As a matter of fact, with all of the new styles and shapes that have come onto the scene in the past several years, many people have more than one. The incredibly versatile picnic table comes in styles from rustic to elegant, and fits every occasion, from casual barbecues, to stylish affairs. AllPicnicTables.com has picnic tables in every size, shape, style, and color imaginable. Their unsurpassed selection includes traditional cedar, pine, oak, teak, and cherry tables, as well as aluminum, thermo-plastic coated steel, polywood, and vinyl picnic tables. |