One of the great things about winter is snow, snow, and more snow! Kids of all ages love it. We play in it, throw it, and roll around in it. Yet, as fun as it can be snow also brings a myriad of health and safety issues along for the ride. With winter already here […]
Anyone who has ever had their own garden is well aware of what a joy it can be. Not only is a garden a beautiful thing to enjoy, but the creation of a garden is wonderful as well. If you want to enjoy your own garden, you need to know the methods of creating the […]
Have you ever noticed those brown spots on your lawn? These are not any type of disease of the lawn grass. Instead, this is a sign of pest attack on your lawn. Even though you do all possible care to keep your lawn neat and healthy, pests still can invade and eat your lawn. Despite […]
An excellent way to improve your home and renew the enjoyment of relaxing and entertaining while saving a considerable sum of money, is to incorporate a good patio design to enhance your existing living space. An outdoor patio is an enjoyable project that is both rewarding and achievable on any budget, and can enhance the […]
When deciding the best way to deal with garden bugs and pests, sometimes the cure is worse than the disease. After all, what good is it to rid your yard of dangerous pests such as ticks and fleas if the chemicals used to eliminate them make your yard too toxic for kids and pets to […]
Hopefully you are now inundated with tasty tomatoes, zucchini and peppers. It may take all winter to use them up, which is a good thing since it’s time to tuck the garden in for bed time, so to speak. Follow these ten tips to get your garden ready for winter and make sure your plants […]
Most home gardeners think hydrangeas change color based on soil ph, but that isn’t exactly true. It isn’t the ph that causes the color change, it is the presence of aluminum in the soil, and the ability of the plant to absorb that aluminum. Aside from white varieties, all hydrangeas have the ability to change […]
Nothing quenches the craving for summer fun while providing welcome reprieve from the sizzling heat like a soothing water feature right in your very own backyard! Whether you are trapped in a tiny suburban dwelling or a luxurious multi-acre ranch up in the mountains of Montana, you can put in a variety of water features […]
When you make the decision to renovate your backyard, you should view it as a blank canvas that is painted with flowers and greenery. You can create an almost endless combination of plants that will turn your yard into a beautiful landscape. Of course, before you sit back and enjoy your work, you need to […]
An attractive backyard is the perfect accent to your home. However, maintaining your lawn can come at the expensive of your time and money. Ground cover is a good alternative to the traditional, grass lawn. It’s more manageable, while maintaining your lawn’s aesthetic appeal. If you’re considering renovating your backyard with ground cover, here are […]
