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How to do fall garden cleanup
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
A little work goes a long way when cleaning up in the fall6

What is a hydroponic garden?
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Growing delicious fruits and vegetables is the perfect choice for hydroponics16

What to grow in a garden
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
You can start your garden from seeds or plants4

Eclectic table settings for creative tablescaping
Dress up your own back yard for an eclectic, magical summertime garden party.4

How to hire a landscape service
Lawn care, ranging from fertilization to mowing, seeding, edging, raking, etc. is a vital service to expect from any quality landscaping company.2

What is a furniture collection?
Furniture is the third largest financial investment made by American home owners. Do your background research before you shop for furnishings.7

Poisonous plants to avoid
Poison ivy is one of the most common poisonous plants found around homes and yards in the United States.4

How to get free samples
Free samples have been a legitimate part of marketing and promotional campaigns for decades.6

Caring for wrought iron patio furniture
Wrought iron furniture can last a lifetime if cared for properly.9

Garden accessories to attract birds and nature
Birds love to take baths so provide them with a bird bath5

Earth Day celebration ideas
Earth Day, the first political holiday founded to honor the environment, was launched by Senator Gaylord Nelson in April of 1970.0

Choosing the right vase for exotic flowers
Consider color, proportion, balance and size when selecting a vase for exotic flowers.88

How can we stop pollution
This plastic bottle could have been recycled. Instead, it became litter. Avoid littering and set a good example by picking up trash.7

Growing your own herbs
Growing herbs at home is a wonderful way to add flavor to meals and reduce costs11

How to grow fruit trees
Fruit trees provide beauty, aromatic flavor in the air and a source for healthy eating12

Caring for tropical plants
Many tropical plants are easy to grow and take very little effort when it comes to care.9

Garden home decorating - How to decorate your home
Not only will the gnome decorate your garden, he'll protect it from small animals.14

Creating an orchid greenhouse
Growing orchids can quickly become a beloved pastime and will give you pride and satisfaction27

Best lawn mower riding
Easily mow along the edge of the garden or around trees in a new, comfortable zero-turn-radius riding lawn mower12

How to set up a water garden
Water gardens are one of the latest trends in home landscaping - perfect for bringing nature and beauty to any yard6

Create ambiance with great patio and deck lighting
The simplest way to light an outdoor area is to place torches or lanterns in and around the space. Simple bamboo torches are inexpensive and easy to install30

Types of Florida wildflowers
The wild azalea is recognized by its full, tubular white/pink flowers. This beautiful Florida wildflower blooms in early spring and are especially fragrant10

Go crazy about California wildflowers
The California poppy, which resembles a happy face turned toward the sun, grows best in sandy, dry soil with access to full light. The California poppy is one of the most widely recognized wildflowers in California5

What is an endangered plant?
As of January 2008, 508 plant and animal species met federal criteria to be designated threatened (facing potential extinction) or endangered (facing extinction unless human intervention can restore conditions needed for survival)5

How to identify invasive plants
It is critical that gardeners learn to identify invasive plants and follow the regimens needed to keep them from taking over the garden6

How to save seeds
The biggest trick to saving fruit seeds like papaya from one year to the next is making sure they are completely dry7

What is an heirloom plant?
Heirloom plants are plants that were created by bees and birds and were grown from the seeds of open-pollinated plants5

Why eat organic foods?
If a food item is deemed 100-percent organic, all the ingredients in that food are organically created12

How to create a garden path
There are many materials that are suitable for a garden path; however, concrete garden stepping stones are probably the most popular material with which to build paths through the yard8

What is a composting toilet?
Composting toilets break down human waste into a soily substance that is can be used in a garden5

What to do with a Christmas tree after Christmas
Once the holidays are over, it's time to take down your tree with the trimmings and find a good place to recycle it12

Pruning fruit trees
By following some simple rules, you’ll find it quite easy to prune your fruit trees5

Adding color to your garden
Use annuals for an inexpensive and quick way to add color to your garden31

How to make a butterfly garden
Creating a butterfly garden is a fun way to spend time with the family outdoors this summer45

Growing an indoor herb garden
It’s easy to enjoy the culinary delights of fresh herbs year round with a simple indoor herb garden2687

What does a plant need to grow
With proper care and attention, you can brighten up your home with a new plant.536

Tips for planting pumpkin seeds
With the proper planting and care, you can grow a pumpkin patch this year39

Make garden compost
One of the best ways to build healthy soil is with nature’s own fertilizer: compost17

How to build a compost bin
Learning how to build a compost bin is something almost anyone familiar with basic woodworking can master2

Enhance your environment with a beautiful garden
Having a lovely garden adds pleasure and value to any home.8








