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Garden The Organic Way With These Great Tips!
Yum! There is nothing better than the taste of produce you grew in your own organic garden. There is just something about it! Maybe it is the sense of accomplishment! Or, just the fact that ...
Development of Disease - And Pest-Resistant Potatoes
All living organisms are prone to certain diseases, not least of which is the humble potato which, by the way, is the fourth largest crop in the world after wheat, rice and corn! In fact the potato is prone to so many different diseases, and is attacked by so many lethal pests, that horticulturists
Agro-forestry With Paulownia Organic Nitrogen
Organic nitrogen supplied by utilising paulownia trees in an integrated plantation design, allows for the introduction, not only of inter-crop species, but also grazing stock.
Victorian Perennial Plants
To Victorians, the garden wasn't simply "landscaping"; it was an extension of their homes. In the days before air conditioning, the garden was the coolest place to hang out --- literally and figuratively. It provided welcome relief from the heat of the summer, making it the ideal spot for entertaini
Lawn Mowing Tips - 4 Ways to Cut Your Grass Properly
Do you really know how to trim your lawn properly? Chances are you're risking great damage to the grass if you're not following the right mowing techniques. Go ahead and read these helpful lawn mowing tips so you can cut your turf in the healthiest and most careful way possible.
Outdoor Furniture Needs Accessories Too
We spend hours, days, and weeks in search of the perfect accessories for our homes; so why should we neglect the finishing touches when furnishing our porches, patios, decks, gazebos, and backyards? P
Do-It-Yourself Fishpond
Budding pond keepers don't need to spend hundreds of dollars on purpose-built water features for their gardens. It's a relatively simple and inexpensive task to dig your own fishpond with a few basic tools and a little know-how. The whole process can take little more than a weekend, which means you
How to Grow Tomatoes - 19 Tips on Growing Great Tomatoes
Tomatoes are the number one vegetable in home gardens. It seems like everyone has their secrets on how to grow the first, biggest, tastiest or prettiest tomatoes.
Plants That Bloom in the Fall & Winter in Florida
Petunias are reliable performers in Florida's fall and winter gardens.petunia flower. image by Martin Garnham from Fotolia.comThe blooming plants that greet Florida's late-year visitors are one of the best rewards for escaping colder climates. Florida remains the Sunshine State even as...
Planting Grapes - The Correct and Easy Way
For people who want to have the convenience of enjoying grapes whenever they want to the need to learn the correct process of planting grapes. The same thing goes people who want to take up wine making as a business. This process is going to be tough if you do not arm yourself with knowledge and pre
Lawn Service Prices - What's Included
Most of us have a lawn that we maintain ourselves but sometimes circumstances arise and we need to hire someone to take care of our yard for us. There is no difference in the questions that need to be asked when taking into consideration of hiring a lawn service compared to hiring a plumber except t
The Best Flowering Plants for the Northeast
Include a mix of flowering plants in your garden.Flower garden image by MAXFX from Fotolia.comFlowering plants are available to Northeast gardeners that will make the most out of the growing season and provide an attractive garden with a minimal amount of work. The best flowering plants...
Aquabot Automatic Pool Cleaners For Residential Use
There are several types of automatic cleaners available on the market. The most versatile choice is a suction cleaning unit with a self-containing filtering system. If our pool has a unique form, or has hard to get spots, or maybe we are looking for a more advanced cleaner, we should pick a robotic
Eat Green! How to Grow Your Own Organic Fruit and Vegetables
Organic gardening is not just about what chemicals you use and don't use, the goal is to create a healthy and sustainable ecosystem in your back yard.And it is not difficult!Find out how easy it is to
How to Grow Mint or Peppermint Plants
Peppermint plants (Mentha piperita) are herbaceous perennials. Often simply called mint, these plants are used for both their scent and taste. Peppermint is known to soothe headaches, anxiety, and upset stomachs. The plant may also have the ability to fight bacteria and viruses, according to the Uni
Save Money By Growing Your Own Herbs
For the price of a few tools (if you don't already have them) and the cost of a packet of seeds (about $1 - $2), you'll have all you need to grow a huge crop of herbs. By growing from seed, you'll have fresh herbs for your recipes for months and months and be saving a substantial amou
The Three Ps of Gardening Plan, Purchase And Plant
Gardening offers something for almost everyone, to make beautiful your outdoor living space, to gain dexterity and flexibility from the exercise, it is the most rewarding hobby.
Secrets to Grape Pruning
It is in a grape vine's "blood" to stretch out over vast areas as it grows. Because of this, it has become an absolute necessity to control the grape vine's growth through various methods, one of which is grape pruning.
Pond Water Colorant: What Affect Does It Have on Nature?
The green movement makes us consider how we treat the environment, from what type of appliances we use to how we tend to our backyard gardens and ponds. Concerning appliances, buying energy efficient models is key. But how do you take care of your pond without using some of the dangerous algaecides