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How to maintain Crystal Soil alias water Pearls
Crystal soil will last over a year in both it's hydrated and unhydrated state. I know friends who used it for over 18 months and even longer.
Welcome Visitors Into Your Home And Office With Glass Doors
Gone are the days when doors were just made of wood. The 80's saw the introduction of glass doors and windows including sliding ones, but they were framed with thick and ugly aluminum frames that were visually very painful. However, designers have been swift to incorporate various changes and g
Growing Tomatoes - How to Avoid Common Problems
One of the most exciting moments in tomato growing is when flowers begin to fade and the first little pea-like fruits appear. Each day they grow a little bigger until they reach their mature size when they start to change colour and become ripe tomatoes. They look almost too good to eat!
Where to Buy Plastic Flamingos at Least 3 Feet High
Popular lawn ornaments in the United States, the iconic pink flamingo was designed in 1957. Plastic pink flamingos over 3 feet high have been decorating American lawns and beach communities ever since their inception. Commonly sold in pairs, these flamingos may be difficult to find and purchase; but
Bonsai Style, Cultivation and Training
Bald cypress {Taxodium disti-chum) is a deciduous tree inhabiting swamps along the larger rivers in the southern part of the United States. This can be trained into a great bonsai style. Miniature bonsai, called Mame, are also a delight to cultivate. Read about both these types of bonsai in this art
DIY: Garage to Greenhouse
Turning your garage into a greenhouse is a resourceful way to use an old garage. The benefit of using a garage instead of starting from scratch is that you have a foundation and a base to build from. You have many choices for the type of greenhouse to build but as long as you start with a series of
How to Make a Bird Bath With Rhubarb Leaves
Many outdoor crafts such as bird feeders and bird baths are made in part or totally of the most natural product in the world: leaves. These do not need to be large projects. A clever gardener can craft a miniature birdbath or feeder to be set in the smallest recesses of a garden. A properly construc
Add Class And Panache With The Aid Of Air Plants
Nowadays air plants are widely accepted amid people. Air plants should be the first and foremost choice of the people who are keen to decorate their home.
How to Grow Carob Trees
Carob trees are long-lasting evergreen trees native to the Mediterranean. The tree is characterized by shiny, green leaves and pods that produce a sweet chocolate-like pulp. Carob trees grow best in tropical climates, but can tolerate drought fairly well. Seeds need to be treated before planting, so
Winter Digging
It is often voiced that:" its winter and there is nothing to do in the garden" Well that is so far from the truth because fall or early winter digging is of incalculable value to the soil. Soil that is turned over and left to the weather is purified and sweetened by winter rains and frosts
Growing Tomatoes Indoors for Greenhorns
Are you a beginner who's learning how to grow tomatoes indoors? Look no further because this will give you all the easiest tips and tricks you should know about growing the best batch of tomatoes right inside your home.
Garden Furniture Tips For the British Summer
We all look forward to the summer in the UK. The sunny weather, long nights and warm temperatures make it perfect for spending time in the garden enjoying BBQs, sharing the company of friends and family or just sitting quietly with a book. With this in mind, many of us will inevitably flock to garde
Financial Planning For Your Flower Garden
Growing a flower garden can be a pleasant feeling. You would be thrilled to see flowers of different colors blossoming in your garden throughout the year. Gardening can be either a cost effective or a costly affair depending on how you manage and plan your resources for maintenance of a good garden.
What Is the Function of a Greenhouse?
Greenhouses are named so because they are structures designed to house and shelter plants. Inside the walls of the greenhouse is a microclimate distinct from the exterior and (generally) the home, allowing gardeners more flexibility in plant choices and growing time.
About Keeping Tree Seeds With Proper Storage
Find out about tree seeds conservation and the industrial methods.
Kinds of House Plants
House plants are plants grown and maintained indoors for decorative and air purification purposes. Choosing a plant should be based on the indoor conditions. There are plants that can withstand shade, and those that need tropical conditions. The light, water, soil, temperature and humidity needs v
Fresh Wholesale Roses: Standard Vs Garden Roses
At some point in their lives, many individuals need to buy fresh cut flowers and greenery for weddings, parties and other special events. Deciding which flowers to purchase can be difficult. One popular flower, the ever popular rose, makes for a fantastic focal point and this article hopes to provid
Choosing And Growing Successful Plants
Flowers have long been acknowledged as a great medium to convey ones feelings. In fact, European tradition has it that different flowers have very specific meanings. The most popular flower used on Valentine's Day is the red rose. That may seem to be a very simplified answer, but if you are sen
Beat the Heat - 7 Tips to Help Your Lawn Survive a Drought
With temperatures rising and rain fall decreasing, summer time is putting a serious strain on your lawn. If you are not careful, your lawn could end up dead. No rain and water restrictions can really take a shot at your ability to take care of your lawn. However, there are some tried and true tips t