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How to Control Catclaw Acacia
Catclaw acacia is an invasive shrub that grows in dense stands. It is most commonly found in the Southwest. Its drought resistance and deep, water-seeking roots make it an ideal candidate for the arid climate. Since the late 19th century, catclaw acacia's spread has increased due -- at least in part
Enjoy the Benefits of Customized Artificial Hedges
Every now and then we are experiencing technological breakthroughs, which have greatly affected our way of living. Indeed, most of these have paved way for easier lifestyles. Moreover, along with this current development, various industries ...
How About An Indoor Herb Garden
Indoor herb gardens can be the answer for anyone with space limitations. There are though, a few things that need to be thought about first.
Pest Control Tips for Maintaining Your Greenhouse
A few tips on controlling pests in your greenhouse.
Gardening Gifts For Hobbyists
Thinking of the right gift for a garden hobbyist? There are plenty of gifts that you can get no matter what the skill level of the gardener is. Read on to get some suggestions on perfect gardening gifts.
Chelone Plants
Chelone, or Turtlehead, is a lovely choice for shady gardens. It blooms late in the season, but for weeks at a time. More tips for growing chelone...
Organic Fertilizer - Compost - Danger in the Vegetable Garden Vol 3
Our subject matter today is controversial and there are a variety of opinions. As Beatrix has reminded you, bad information about your organic fertilizer is just as dangerous as cutworms. We are here to set the record straight.
Mulch - 6 Choices Keep Your Garden Weed-Free
So, you've decided to mulch your garden. But what materials do you use to mulch it? There are many organic and several non-organic options available to use to mulch your garden. The important thing to remember is to put down a thick enough layer of mulch material so that it keeps weeds from ger
Top 10 Pest Control Tips For Vegetable Gardeners
There's nothing more annoying than finding that the birds have pecked your prize-winning fruit to pieces or that your cabbages are being munched by an army of caterpillars! Make sure it's just you that gets to eat your fruit and vegetables with our top 10 pest control tips...
Building A Greenhouse: How To Get Started
Building a greenhouse is a big project, and can seem daunting at first.If you're even considering building a greenhouse in your yard, this is the article for you.We'll explain some important things you need to know to get started on the right foot.
Choosing Your Perfect Vineyard Grapes
It really isn't difficult to grow vineyard grapes, but if you are genuinely wanting to make wine from them, then you need to be sure the variety you choose will grow in your vineyard. There are two main factors that you need to consider.
How to Identify Vegetable Vines
Identifying vegetable vines is fairly simple because only a few vegetable plants -- beans, peas, tomatoes and cucurbits -- have a vining habit. Most vegetables, such as lettuce, carrots, peppers, corn and broccoli, have an upright habit. Bush varieties of beans, tomatoes, melons and squash may not v
A Quick Guide to Lawn Fertilizing
Fertilizing is one of the most important factors that affect the growth of your lawn. Proper fertilizing provides color and growth to your lawn grass and also helps it to grow thick. Learn more about lawn fertilizing in this short guide.
How to Keep Your Naughty Dog Away From Your Flowerbeds
Our canine friends love to dig holes in the ground. They make a big mess and often destroy gardens and flowerbeds. Learn how to deal with this problem>
Gardening Work Wear: Get The Right Clothing For The Job!
Although working in the garden is a lot of fun, if you're not wearing the right clothing - chances are you can expose yourself to garden elements that can poke, scratch, and cut through your regular clothing. Sometimes when people work in their gardens, they tend to forget about all the dangers
What Kind Of Log Cabins You Can Find In The Market
People are spending lots of money in finding fresh air sources like the gardens or parks and also going to the paid parks to enjoy the fresh air. If you want to make the fresh air part of your life, then you should think about the garden cabins. Though the initial concept of building the log cabins
Something About Amoxicillin Rash
Amoxicillin (INN), formerly amoxycillin (BAN), and abbreviated amox, is a moderate-spectrum, bacteriolytic, -lactam antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections caused by susceptible microorganisms. It is usually the drug of choice within the class because it ...
How to Adjust Metal Ratcheting Sprinklers
Metal ratcheting sprinklers, also known as pulsating sprinklers, have multiple adjustments for many watering needs. Whether you are trying to keep your lawn green or creating a water play area for the kids, you can set a metal ratcheting sprinkler to perform just the way you want it to. You can adju
Wormery Tips - Make Your Worm Farm Successful
For those of you who just recently heard about wormeries and now owns one, we thought you'd be glad to find out a couple of tips that can make your job easier and your worms happier. So we did a little research and gathered a list of tips for you.
Can I Grow My Home Herb Garden in Pots?
You have decided to start growing fresh herbs at home however you just don't have the space for a fully fledged garden plot or you simply want a small amount of just the basic culinary herbs. Growing your herbs in pots is certainly an option and if cared for correctly, potted herbs will give yo