Oscillating sprinklers cover large areas with a smooth movement that evenly distributes water. They allow you to control coverage by positioning of the sprinkler and most have controls to position the water pattern left, right … Continue reading →
For any small-space gardening, using vertical space for your climbing vines, flowers and vegetables is the key to maximizing green space and creating privacy. Many people turn to traditional trellises to use vertical space to … Continue reading →
What Is A Wood Burning Fire? A warm glowing light of intense energy. A subtle scent that heightens your senses. Soft crackling sounds that permeate the clear night air. A feeling of resolute calm with … Continue reading →
If you are looking for unique accent trees or shrubs for your landscape, ornamental weeping trees should definitely be on your landscaping list. Often providing stunning blooms in spring, the artistic form of weeping trees … Continue reading →
When to start seeds indoors so seedlings are ready at the right time to be planted outside? See how to determine plant dates and organize with a sowing calendar. Includes seed start guide for … Continue reading →
A frost date is the average date of the last light freeze in spring or the first light freeze in fall for a given location. Know the frost date for your area to determine the most appropriate time to set plants … Continue reading →
Hyacinth Bean vine (Dolichos lablab) is an easy to grow annual with delicate scented pea-like pink-purple flower and large thick deep purple seed pod. They are also available in white varieties. As this vine grows … Continue reading →
Let’s look at how much water annual flowers need and how often you should water annuals so they stay healthy. Annual plants will droop when they need water, and annual plants will droop when they … Continue reading →
Fire pits provide a wonderful way to enjoy the outdoors long into the colder months of the year. Burning the correct type of wood in a fire pit is important for the overall enjoyment as … Continue reading →
Beautiful petunias bursting with flowers are first to be seen where ever flowers are sold. But to keep petunias full and flowering all season requires some regular attention. Petunias are one of the more labor-intensive … Continue reading →
We choose our ideal fire pit locations for many reasons including comfort, ease of access and warmth. But when our ideal location is a wood deck, it may leave us questioning if it is … Continue reading →
Plant, grow and care for sunflowers easily. With lots of varieties to choose from from short to tall, anyone can enjoy sunflowers all summer long. Grow sunflowers and you will find they are more than … Continue reading →
Use flowering bulbs in your rock garden to start Spring with a burst of energy or fill drab spots with color as fall arrives. Whether emerging from between rocks or playfully splashed across spaces, bulbs … Continue reading →
Burlap (also called hessian burlap) is a natural product that is used in the garden to provide protection or covering. It’s natural open-weave allows air flow which prevents or minimizes rotting due to trapped moisture. … Continue reading →
Outdoor benches are used to provide comfortable seating, add focal points to landscape, or double duty for functional storage. A bench tucked in along the garden path is inviting – quietly coaxing onlookers to ‘”come, … Continue reading →
Here are two of the best garden carts I have used for many different uses in the yard. They are invaluable for carrying tools to the farthest place in the yard or hauling loads of … Continue reading →
Red white and blue patriotic outdoor decorations for Fourth of July or any time you want to show your patriotism. Use decorations in the garden, house, yard or as a gift. Almost everyone in America … Continue reading →
Attract hummingbirds to your yard with a few simple steps. Once you’ve had these charming characters spend the summer with you, you will look forward to their arrival year after year. Hummingbird migration is one … Continue reading →
Enjoy the benefit of garden planters that are lightweight by choosing resin and resin composites. Shiny surfaces can look like ceramics and textures mimic stone and wood. We no longer have to forego the size … Continue reading →
Flower container gardening is one of the many pleasures that come with Summer. Nurseries and retailers are a great place to discover flower container ideas for visually appealing combinations, as well as combinations that work … Continue reading →
Gardening tools for seniors, arthritis or those with limited mobility help endurance. Long handled garden tools and ergonomic garden tool designs are meant to help complete tasks and reduce physical stress. For many people, gardening … Continue reading →
Prized for amazing foliage colors and patterns, coleus plants will thrive if you know a few tips for caring for their water, light, soil and environment needs. Find out how ailing plants react and how … Continue reading →
Enjoy flower bouquets in your home all season by growing an annual cutting garden. A cutting garden of annuals gives you flowers you can enjoy all season, inside and out. Sometimes we are reluctant to … Continue reading →
Grow Okra and you will harvest a unique veggie you can eat right off the plant or use to cook in many different ways. It’s a mixture of flavor and texture unmatched by any other. … Continue reading →
Yes, houseplants can be planted in the garden outdoors directly in the ground or in pots. They may be considered annuals in your geographic location, meaning unless you bring them in before frost hits, they … Continue reading →
Quick growing annual climbing vines allow you to utilize spaces above the usual ground level of the garden. With support to grow on, in one season they fill space with unique foliage and flowers, vertical … Continue reading →
