Get rid of boring stretches of grass; change the shape by adding curves, zigzags or making an island bed. Alternatively, create a focal point by planting a specimen tree. Curved lawns give the garden a more casual look w
Consider Putting A Waterfall In Your Garden
There is something magical about a waterfall, they can be either modest or spectacular, but the concept is still the same. Most ponds benefit greatly by the inclusion of moving water and a waterfall, even a modest one, c
Decking has found favour in the garden in recent years. It is an excellent alternative to paving as it is durable, light and gives the garden a modern, contemporary feel. It can be built in almost any shape, colour and s
Finding A Good Spot To Put That Plant
The primary purpose of a good planting area is to provide sufficient air to the plant roots. As a general rule, if you are planting trees and shrubs in individual holes, do not add any soil amendments...simply fluff the
Growing Some Vegetable In Your Garden
Soil, which is repeatedly used for growing vegetables of the same nature, deteriorates after a few seasons. Therefore a rotation system, which changes the use of the land each year, is good for both the soil and the crop
Compost is great for enriching and improving texture and aiding drainage, but another effective way to add organic matter to the soil is through green manures and cover crops. Green manures Green manures have been used f
Learn About Different Type Of Soil Texture
The most important factor when beginning to cultivate your garden is to know your soils texture -- whether its sand, silt, clay, or something else. Testing the texture is something that every gardener can do at home. To
Putting Water Features In Your Garden
When creating a bog garden, think big. Small areas are prone to dry up quickly. If you are building a natural pool to encourage insects and animals, make sure they are able to get in and out easily - incorporate shallow,
Roses can make a wonderful hedge either mixed in with a normal hedge or as an attractive flowering boundary. An upwind rose hedge that has strong, fragrant flowers can perfume a garden, filling the air with their heavy s
The Art Of Fashion With Topiary
Topiary the art of fashioning living plants into ornamental shapes is often a feature of the grand country houses and great estates, with their spectacular gardens containing magnificent sculptured hedges and geometric s
Many people think about garden design only in terms of plant choices. But picking plants is the last and often easiest part of putting a garden together. Before the plants are put into place the fencing, buildings, paths
Building Your Own Potting Bench
The potting bench that you are about to read about is not fancy, but very functional. It is also very easy to build and use. Except it doesnt have any legs! Dont panic, having a legless potting bench is actually a benefi
Creating A Container Garden At Home
When you are ready to mix ingredients for your container garden, be sure the soil is damp and workable. To determine this, take a handful, squeeze it and allow it to drop. If water comes out, it is too wet; if it breaks
Creating A Herb Garden At Home
This article is dedicated to planning a successful herb garden. If you have planted herb gardens in previous years this will help to revamp and refresh one already have.Go to your Garden Center and see what herbs are av
Creating A Really Nice Backyard Garden
For every home, a garden is not just an extension of ones home, but a place to relax, unwind and soak up the nature. A beautifully contoured landscape, blooming flowers and just spending restful hours in the midst of bea
There is no doubt that when landscaping one wants to save money, as well as have an attractive property. Not only can landscaping help you beautify your home, but it can also provide a source of satisfying exercise in th
Dealing With Caterpillars And Your Garden
Butterflies, especially the colourfully marked types are very pretty to watch as the undulate through the summer breezes but there are certain varieties that can cause losses in your vegetable garden.The cabbage white bu
Decorating Your Beautiful Garden
The art of garden never fails to transform an idle tract of land into a beautiful and lively environment. Gardens feed the spirits longing for beauty and grace as it provides a venue to witness the wonder of nature and t
Getting Rid Of Ants The Safest Way
Ant season is on the horizon. As the ground warms up in the spring, ants who have been dormant in the earth during the colder weather warm up and come to the surface. Queen ants fly off to find new nesting areas...and be
Growing Fruits From Your Garden All Year Long
Autumn typically signals the end of home grown vegetables from the garden, but with a little ingenuity you can harvest garden fresh produce well into the winter months. My Central Pennsylvania garden continues to supply
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