Articles tagged: yard care
<< previous page 1 next page>> written by Jerry Clifford According to Joe Newland, Black & Decker's product manager for outdoor products. "There are tradeoffs, and what you lose in power, you gain in convenience and weight." He mentions that these products are particularly popular with female users. "They don't want to start with filling it. They just want to use it." written by Tina Fountain Take a hike through a meadow in full bloom and chances are you'll wish you could recreate a smaller version in your own yard. The colors and varieties of flowers and grasses are totally random, yet about as close to landscaped perfection that you'll ever find. Whether you have a large expanse or a small area, a wildflower garden can be a unique addition to your landscaping plan. written by Matia Bryson This is not an area where you should buy the cheapest tools you can scrounge. Take your lawn care equipment seriously, and you will get seriously good results in your yard. written by RE Writer Fresh, locally grown food will have a higher nutritional content than food that was picked and then shipped, and you know which chemicals, if any, it's been treated with. If you can't eat the entire harvest yourself or don't have time to pick it all, offer your trees to local food banks or a deserving friend. written by RE Writer First you need to decide where to put your vegetable patch; it's best to choose an area that gets good sunlight. When planting, always remember that taller vegetables will stop the sunlight reaching other plants, so always keep the direction of the sun's rays in mind when planning your rows. written by RE Writer 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 and February, but if you have moved into a new home, you can still make plans and take soil tests, etc. written by RE Writer Joseph Eichler has made history, re-defining the American dream home and pioneering the California modern design. Today, there are countless ideas and approaches to landscaping, and the warm California climate provides limitless possibilities for your California modern home. written by Kevin Kling In these days of questionable air travel, and continual news flashes of danger abounding, more people than ever are opting to stay at home for the vacation. To this end, there has been an enhancement in the way we furnish our outdoor areas. written by Branden Schroeder Do you want to raise the value of your home? Is your area affected by drought? Are you concerned about the nation's water supply? What if I told you there was a way to improve your curb appeal, increase your home's worth, reduce your water usage and lower your yard's chemical dependence? written by Nelson Stewart It is totally possible to have fresh food you grew yourself, even if you live in a mobile home park with barely any un-paved earth to call your own. No, don't go digging up that tiny patch of lawn and getting yourself kicked out. I am referring to suspended container gardening. written by Calum MacKenzie Alright, let's face facts. Homes get sold on first impressions. Well maybe not sold, but the first impression goes a long way to making up the minds of buyers. So what is the average buyer's first impression formed on? The home's exterior. << previous page 1 next page>> |