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- Using Natural Ant Control to Prevent Ants From Ruining Your Summer - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Harry RossOne of the most common pests in New Jersey is the ant and, subsequently, the ant pest control business is booming. This is good news though for people who do have some type of ant problem in their home or yard, because it means that there are a number of ant pest control companies to choose from ...
Views: 1056 - Benefits of the Moringa Tree - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Stacey BaneyThe Moringa Oleifera tree is a very special plant that is used for many things. Found in India, the Moringa tree is known for its huge seed pods that can be eaten, pressed for oil, and can be planted into another tree. Although the Moringa species was first found in India, it is now found in ...
Views: 813 - It is important to lock your door when in the garden - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Julie MaldonadoThough it is still cold, dark and extremely wet throughout much of the UK, believe it or not Spring is almost here. In some places it has already arrived, and warmer spells are greeting us more frequently. It is a wonderful trait the British display that the first time the nation sees the sun on ...
Views: 607 - Pest Control Solutions with Portland Pest Control Company - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Tom DerringerWhen it comes to creepy crawly's, we only ever want to see them in one place. Where is that place? You guessed it, it's the woods! Even at the woods we aren't particularly phased about seeing them, but that's where it's expected. But, when you spot them in your home, it is nothing but an ...
Views: 1835 - Lifestyle, Luxury, Living and Home Decor Store - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from John WatsonA home decor store has a great role to play in modern lifestyle, luxurious living and finest living. Home decor store makes it possible to create finest and luxurious living. There are many home and garden products that make a part of the home decor store. Some of the home decor stores have ...
Views: 1893 - A Climber for Every Corner - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Floral and HardyA while ago we released an article on the increasing encroachment of urbanization on personal green spaces, stating some means by which a lack of space can become an opportunity, rather than a hindrance to creativity. This week we want to follow that up with a selection of wall based planting ...
Views: 695 - Residential Cleaning Services Are Not Only for Rich - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Vinod KumarEvery aspect individual’s house needed different kind for cleaning. A residential housekeeping is one kind of those businesses which you'll want to start with really small expenses. With only a bucket of some cleaning equipments and cleaning utility caddy you possess an instant business. ...
Views: 1074 - Feeding Plants And Watering, Pots And Potting. - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Johan MonarrezPots And Potting: Plastic pots aren’t just substitutes for clay ones. There are a variety of advantages - they are lighter, more long-lasting and easier to clean. They require less water, but there is an increased danger of water logging. Peat, paper and whalehide pots are also available, but ...
Views: 1041 - Blooms on Canvas - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Floral and HardyNature, and more specifically its minutiae, comprises probably the oldest topic of recorded artwork - dating from the documentation of prehistoric animal and tree life in the cave scrawls of our ancestors, to Van Gogh’s Irises, arguably the most lucrative bouquet in history. This week I'll be ...
Views: 747 - Blue Foliage Plants - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Floral and HardyFollowing on from last week’s article concerning silver toned foliage, this week we will be covering the colour blue, and a selection of the most effective cultivars for displaying this hue. As has been mentioned previously, it is interesting to consider the time of year that your foliage will ...
Views: 805 - Understanding the Different Types of Concrete Finishes - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Ben LagerConcrete floorings are cost effective and versatile, and hence a favorite among home owners and architects. You can either use them indoors as polished concrete floors, or outdoors as stamped concrete patios. With a little imagination and some planning, you can achieve as many different looks as ...
Views: 1384 - Regular maintenance of gutters essential - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Mark WilliamsThere are several homes that have broad overhangs built into their roofs which prevent any water from accumulating on it. While these homes have nothing much to worry about, those who have the gutter system of water drainage on their roofs have to be vigilant about its maintenance. Having a ...
Views: 517 - Lawn Edging Ideas - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Bernadette SaievaYou can find numerous beautiful approaches to add some finishing touches for your landscaping and gardening tasks, and placing in lawn edging is just one solution to give your yard a finished, polished, and skilled look. So let's review some fantastic lawn edging ideas which might be easy and ...
Views: 1650 - The Basics of Stamped Concrete - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Ben LagerThe idea of used concrete probably surfaced because of the need for architects to come up with low cost floorings that would stand high on the artistic quotient. Today, the demand for stamped concrete floors has quadrupled from the time of its inception. Concrete floorings are a win-win for ...
Views: 707 - Getting rid of carpenter bees can be a tough job! - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Wild MartinCarpenter bees control is a tricky business. These bees are eso named are named because they bore through wood and make their nests there. Although they do not sting, these bees (which are at their peak in the spring weather) are nonetheless a nuisance. They make a great deal of noise which can ...
Views: 964 - Choosing a Bird Bath- Why a Solar Fountain is the Best Option - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Cecelia BrownAre you thinking about buying a bird bath? Birds seek out water to drink and to preen. They use the water to keep their bodies cool, to wash away dust and debris and also to eliminate any loose feathers. There are numerous bird bath styles from which to choose. You can find a bird bath made ...
Views: 2571 - Plant Nutrients – Part 1 – The Benefits of Bone Meal For Plumeria Plants And Plants In General - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Bob WalshBone meal consists of ground up bones and is used as an organic fertilizer. Bone meal is an excellent source of slow release Phosphorus which is one of the three macronutrients. The other two are Nitrogen and Potassium. These plant nutrients are called macronutrients as plants need a higher ...
Views: 3889 - Gardening in the Month of April - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Graeme KnightsApril is a wonderful time in the garden. Spring has sprung, with daffodils and other bulbs brightening up the outdoors, while the weather is getting warmer every day, making it the perfect time to crack on with the many outstanding tasks. General preparation All beds, whether for flowers ...
Views: 638 - Tips For Planning Landscape Lighting - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Anne MehlaWhen landscaping a front or back yard, a lot of people do not think about how their garden is going to look at night and so don’t even think to include lighting in their plan. The reality of the situation is that your newly landscaped yard can look just as good at night as it can during the day, ...
Views: 1066 - Improving Home Decor and Creating Tranquil Home with Home Fragrances - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2012 from John WatsonAromatic home fragrances help in creating a calm, soothing and relaxing home. Many choices of home fragrances have been considered as home and garden products for making the home fragrant. In general, the home has special place in the life of human being as a place for relaxation and ...
Views: 1250 - Rid Annoyance Animals FromYour Yard and Home Vegetable Garden - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Susan MaloneIf you enjoy having a pristine yard, the kind everyone in the neighborhood wishes they had, or a home garden but are having issues maintaining them because of nuisance animals. There are few inexpensive remedies that work better than many of the pricey that you would find at your local home ...
Views: 861 - Protecting your Vinyard from Hungry Deer - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from alian cruzYou cannot imagine a good crop, if you do not use some protective systems to keep the deer and other harmful animals away from your agricultural investments. All your fruits and vegetables require careful nurturing. Think for a while, if you get out of the bed one fine morning and find deer ...
Views: 1048 - Why Master Hardscapes is perfect for you. - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2012 from paul mejiaLandscaping you’re yard so it can be more attractive can be hard work let us do the hard work for you, we can handle it. kick back and relax and enjoy your garden oasis. It's not just plants, trees, and shrubs. Because of the amount of available plants, you may have no idea about choosing the ...
Views: 1301 - Bridgemere Garden Centre - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2012 from Bernadette SaievaBridgemere Garden Centre was first established in 1960 as a smallish rose nursery owned by John and Elizabeth Ravenscroft. Over the many years it has elevated in size to grow to be the largest garden centre within the UK and perhaps even the world. It had been bought by Wyevale (now the Garden ...
Views: 1307 - Hozelock Automatic Watering Kits: Simple Way to Water Container Plants - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2012 from mark SHaving hanging baskets, greenhouses, patios or borders is no doubt an amazing thing as it only doubles the beauty of your house but also gives you a chance to be more close to enjoy the beauty of nature. However, it is equally important to ensure that your plants in these places do receive the ...
Views: 933 - Stocking and safekeeping marijuana seeds - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Mia VinyIf you want plenty of seeds for your home, it's which kind of seats you wish to have. Marijuana seeds are excellent for growing plants in your house. You'll benefit from the craft that originates from constant supervision and lighting to supply your plants with the adequate resources they have ...
Views: 1113 - The First Thing Your Visitors See Is Your Attractive Lawn - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Robert CasePeople who live in a house are usually proud of their dwelling and make great efforts to keep their home looking great. The landscape of your property is the first thing that everybody sees so you want to be sure it always looks its best. In addition, you will have a sensation of happiness when ...
Views: 554 - Uses of Outdoor Lighting in Different Environments - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Giertruda SwanseaThere are many types of outdoor lighting which a home can be implemented with. Outdoor lighting is a very crucial piece of component for any home or premise as it serves an important function – security. Parks Outdoor lighting brightens up any path that is otherwise dark and dangerous. ...
Views: 716 - Science says that plants in the office make you work harder - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2012 from Robin PaulThe average office can be very dank and dreary, even in the height of summer - taupe walls and discoloured carpets don't make for a very inspiring workplace, and productivity and work rates tend to drop if the surroundings are depressing. However, there's an easy way to brighten up an office ...
Views: 566 - Sculpture Gardens - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2012 from Floral and HardyWe have previously discussed the recent RHS London Flower and Design Show, which I was fortunate enough to attend, and one of the exhibitions I saw was for ‘The Sculpture Park’, a Surrey based company that essentially serves as an outdoor gallery for developing sculptors. It is so important ...
Views: 705 - How to Mount Exterior Wall Lights on Stone Veneer - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2012 from James KretzerExterior wall lights need to generally be specifically well-sealed against a wall to prevent moisture from receiving within. This really is particularly critical if wall floor is stone veneer with a rough floor that will lead to gaps amongst the base of the light and also the wall. The solution ...
Views: 5355 - Floral and Hardy’s Top Ten Drought Tolerant Plants - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2012 from Floral and HardyTo help your garden cope with the hosepipe ban and our seemingly changing climate, we’ve compiled a list of our favourite drought tolerant plants: 1. Abelia grandiflora – a large, easy-to-look-after, semi-evergreen shrub - properly tended it can reach heights of 1.8 metres and will bear ...
Views: 804 - Why should you Buy Trees Online? - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2012 from Andrew S.Trees are very important to us as it helps in making our environment cleaner, greener and most importantly pollution free. If you are toying with the idea to buy some trees for your empty place in front of your home the choices are many. In fact if you buy trees online then not only you will be ...
Views: 885 - Enhance your Plant’s Root System with Superoot Air Pots - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2012 from Andrew S.We all love trees and especially if we live in urban areas or cities we prefer to see trees as a glimpse of green definitely brings new life. Thus, in city life many of us love to grow trees inside your apartments but lack of space becomes a problem. In order to overcome this problem many of us ...
Views: 1067 - Wooden Door Installation - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2012 from clarence valentinDo you need a garage door repair Santa Clarita? Well, if this is all because of your faulty door, why don’t you simply try to consider garage door made up of wood? Actually, wooden garage doors could surely be made easily and could be a DIY project for some of the people. If you could not ...
Views: 983 - Home Fragrances for Aromatic Environment and Home Decor - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from John WatsonUse of home fragrances for the aroma as home and garden product is very old. Each civilization has its own way of using fragrances for creating a serene and soothing environment. In eastern world, people use incense sticks and other incense cones to get the fresh aroma in the homes. Aromatic ...
Views: 1312 - Divided We Stand - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Floral and HardyPlant division is one of the most common, not to mention cost effective practices that ensures consistent propagation. This means you can get new plants that are true to the original for free, and now is a good time to do it for many cultivars. In this piece we will discuss the proper ...
Views: 661 - Key Benefits of Installing a Deer Fence in Vinyard - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from alian cruzThe deer is turning out to be very much destructive. This animal is reported to be the major cause of the car accidents in rural areas in the US. Deer have become a nightmare for farmers, because they trample, eat or stripe off plants in nurseries, gardens, landscape, and the vinyard. As per the ...
Views: 1010 - London Orchid Show - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Floral and HardyA couple of weeks ago, the RHS celebrated its London Orchid Show in fine style, exhibiting the very best of England’s cultivars and awarding those of special merit. One of the country’s most prolific growers -The Chantelle Nursery - made quite an impact on the show with their Cattleya hybrids - ...
Views: 725 - Why Do Polished Concrete Floors Make Sense - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Ben LagerWood, marble, granite, and ceramic tiles have all become passé. The latest trend is to opt for concrete flooring. Hospitals, trendy restaurants, offices and other outdoor spaces with a lot of traffic often use concrete as they are easy to maintain and not vulnerable to damage. Concrete can be ...
Views: 876 - 4 ways to make your lawn greener - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Amparo McintyreHave you ever wanted to make your lawn the "envy of the neighborhood"? Ever wondered how professional gardeners and landscapers create magazine-style lawns? This question has plagued men - and their wives - for ages. Although every house in a neighborhood has a lawn with varying shades of ...
Views: 428 - Perfect Lawn Care Chesapeake VA - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2012 from Tim KenneyExpert Lawn Care Chesapeake VA When you own a home one among your many passions is your lawn care Chesapeake VA so that your yard looks good quality. One problem in this endeavor shouldn't be all lawn care Chesapeake VA firms are as involved about your garden as much as you are. In case you ...
Views: 738 - 5 simple steps to design your garden from scratch - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Marcy HuberFive Simple Steps To Design Your Garden From Scratch Are you wanting to start your own garden, but you're not sure where to start? In fact, designing your own garden from scratch is not all that difficult. By following our simple steps below, you can get your new garden ready for planting ...
Views: 472 - Hi Ho Silver! - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from Floral and HardyThis week we have a list of silver tinted cultivars to brighten your borders. A quick word on the colour silver - while you won’t achieve a mirror effect no matter how diligent your maintenance routine is, you can bring a bright, shiny feel to your garden with shimmering silver foliage. It’s ...
Views: 739 - How to Create a Space Like Bents Garden Centre - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2012 from indri hapsariIf you have an eye for creativeness and you may have a green thumb, then gardening have to be one of the favourite hobbies. Most gardeners devote a great deal of their time to making their panorama tasks nearly as beautiful as the Bents Garden Centre. The basic luxury theme they have is often a ...
Views: 1037 - Fiberglass Planters Ideal Way to Add Beauty To Our Residential Spaces - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2012 from Carlo MamarNowadays, everything seems to be advance. Designers manage to clone living things such as plants and animals. Inventors are able to develop phones that will let you to watch movies, play music and connect with everyone world wide. Artisan are able to make fixtures that beautify the four edges of ...
Views: 1123 - Bee Importance Relative to Nature - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanIt has often been said that bees are responsible for one out of every three bites of food we eat. Most crops grown for their fruits (including vegetables such as squash, cucumber, tomato and eggplant), nuts, seeds, fiber (such as cotton), and hay (alfalfa grown to feed livestock), require ...
Views: 680 - The Bees Needs - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Floral and HardyIn previous articles we’ve talked about the environmental influence that our indigenous bee population has - from flower pollination and, subsequently, propagation, to their agricultural applications - indeed they are one of the most critically needed insects that exist on earth today. But ...
Views: 691 - The New School is Green - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Floral and HardyIn recent news it has become a point of national pride that nearly half of Britain’s schools have not only actively encouraged their students to take an interest in horticulture, but that they have made a private space on their grounds a standard as much as the playground, or the assembly hall. ...
Views: 651 - Creative Designs for the Home from Dimplex Electric Fires - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Nathan ShipleyThe fireplace can be a wonderful focal point in the home. Updating your fireplace can be one of the easiest ways to add a fresh new look to your rooms. Dimplex electric fires can offer some stunning options for your new fireplace focal point. Realistic Flame Effects One of the great ...
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