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- Low-Voltage Lighting: Connecting Home and Garden - by Submitted on May 27, 2009 from Mike JohnsonLight Up The Night Landscape lighting is an extension of the beauty that we see during the day, transforming the night into a more dramatic, romantic, even mysterious scene. Life is awakened in a landscape that would otherwise appear dark and dormant. Suddenly, textures and colors spring ...
Views: 1073 - Composite Window Boxes Carefully Hand Crafted For A Whole New Look - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2012 from Noel AlmiranteA natural touch of nature can be made by container gardens on patio and balconies, even rooftops or busy city street. A balcony with lushes greenery and flowers can be easily identified filling the window boxes with numerous small shrubs and perennials cascading along the railings. You can ...
Views: 1072 - Hydroponic Plant Cloning - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2012 from Sonya GilmanSince hydroponic plant cloning implies that the mother plant is going to be replicated, it is imperative that it be of superior quality. It is important therefore to consider the following when choosing a mother plant for cloning: • It should be well shaped, compact, dense leafed, and comprise ...
Views: 1072 - Make Yard Waste Work for You - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2013 from steve gottMaintaining a beautiful yard comes with its own challenges. After all the cutting, mowing and pruning you are left with a vast amount of waste that you must now gather, bag and put out to be picked up and taken to the landfill. There's really no need to go through all that bagging and preparing ...
Views: 1072 - Benefits of Using Vinyl Porch Posts - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2013 from James AllenThe world is evolving, and many home improvement innovations become available. In past years, people intrigued to beautify the home environment opted for wooden posts and several other options. In present day, vinyl porch posts are trending to achieve innovative results. These are selective ...
Views: 1071 - Composting: The Best Way to Nourish Your Plants - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2009 from Robert HeinerComposting is by far the best way to nourish your plants. If you take care of the soil by adding humus rich compost you will start many beneficial processes: * breaking down organic matter * creation of humus * release of food when your plants are ready to feed * the absorption ...
Views: 1071 - Seed Starting Water - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2012 from Robert PummerWhy talk about water in starting seeds when everyone knows you must water seeds? Water is something everyone has a tendency to take for granted. It is the last item on the suspect list, but one of the first ingredients introduced into your growing scheme. Have you ever changed water for ...
Views: 1070 - The New Tabletop Terrariums: For Different Types Of Tables At Home - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2012 from Noel AlmiranteYou cannot contradict the fact that an ornament can make any tabletop look lively. You can have as many tiny figurines as much as you want just to let your table have a share of praise amidst the beautiful interior design of your house. It is indeed simple to just place small and costly things ...
Views: 1068 - How Ride on Mower has made the task of gardening easy and simple? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2013 from Anne MehlaProper and timely maintenance of your lawns and gardens is very important in order to maintain a healthy living and also to increase the beauty of your house. Ride on mower is a key tool used for enhancing and maintaining the beauty of your place. Because of the increasing popularity of ride on ...
Views: 1062(1 vote) - How to Kill Bindweed - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2011 from Xenos DanielsThey say that patience is a virtue, and patience is exactly one the traits you will need if you want to kill bindweed effectively. Patience and willpower! This article will explain a little about the persistent, deep-rooted, nuisance and give advice on how to kill bindweed, hopefully for ...
Views: 1059(1 vote) - Vanilla Orchid Plants - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2010 from Jan PavisVanilla is among the most popular scents for everything from candles to perfume to bath salts. The image of a bloom is on the packaging of many of vanilla scented products and is well recognized. Vanilla is a familiar flavor that is used to add flavor to many sweets and baked goods like shakes, ...
Views: 1058 - Watering for Growth - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2011 from Don BengertWhile I like to water the lawn, trees and shrubs with the hose, there comes a time to consider putting in sprinklers. In my opinion the hardest, or should I say, the most important part of the process is the 'tapping' into the water main for the valve(s) to accommodate the sprinklers. Depending ...
Views: 1057 - Pink Plumeria Flowers - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2011 from Bob WalshThough not as bold as red, pink plumeria flowers have a unique place among plumeria flowers when it comes to color. Bright pink colors express youth, fun, excitement, and confidence. Pink, since being chosen as the color to symbolize the fight against women’s breast cancer possibly for its ...
Views: 1056(1 vote) - Upholstery Repair is No Big Deal - by Submitted on May 02, 2011 from Rave DarwinUpholstery as a term has evolved from the Middle English words up and holden, that implies to hold up. In modern context the term signifies the art of providing furniture, especially seats, with padding, springs, webbing, and fabric or leather covers. The magical touch of upholstery can be added ...
Views: 1056 - 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: 1055 - Buy Funeral Flowers From The Best Online Store In Singapore - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Mark AddisonWe all know that flowers can be utilized for countless occasions we utilize them for decorations in house ceremonies as well as also an event location. We give them as a token of love, affection, as well as also care or we can also utilize them as an idiom of merriment. But the most essential ...
Views: 1054 - Circular Planters A Better Enhancement For Buildings Inside And Out - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Carlo MamarBuying something for your business is a challenge in the sense that you are always considering the possible effect it could give to your business as a whole. You even think that when you choose the wrong choice, you might end up broke and wipe up from the business sector’s list which will only ...
Views: 1052 - 6 Fashion Tips For Gardeners - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2014 from Linda GrayClothes and skin cream are far removed from potting out your begonias, or digging a trench for a line of potatoes. But the clothes you wear are important for your protection in the garden. Here are six simple but effective solutions to various gardening hazards... 1. Starting from the ...
Views: 1051(1 vote) - Cleaning up your garden (and your life) - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from George ForderStuck in the middle I looked up the word "entropy". "Order to disorder in an isolated system", is the natural way things go. Weeds grow in a garden. People fill the natural gap. Life is a bit like Tetris. The only way to get through, is to avoid entropy by actually doing something. My garden ...
Views: 1050(1 vote) - Adopt Organic Gardening to Enjoy Several Benefits - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2013 from Jessy SiglaTo improve the fertility of soil, garden fertilizer can be used. As soil is the main basis for gardening so you must understand the soil type of your garden. Moreover organic gardening is Eco friendly. Using organic fertilizers is efficient for organic gardening. Also over application of ...
Views: 1049 - Plants As Indoor Air Pollution Solutions - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2013 from Noel AlmirantePollution is everywhere. You can even feel it inside your room. Just imagine that you always close your room and air cannot travel freely that is why you feel like you are enclosed inside your own home and you may suffer difficulty of breathing. It is only normal knowing the fact that your ...
Views: 1047 - Residential Fences Enhance A Home's Curb Appeal - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2012 from Amber LassorWhen homeowners want to improve their properties, they want additions that will increase the value and enhance the appearance of their homes. Sturdy, well-designed residential fences can add privacy and beauty to a residence. If installed incorrectly or without consideration to the style of the ...
Views: 1047 - Planning to Opt for Pest Control Services? Here’s the Do’s and Don’ts! - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2018 from Swapnil Ramesh JukuntePest controlling services are almost a diurnal affair for every home. Those pesky little organisms come and trot around one’s house making it a mess! Though most of the homeowners, landlords and renters control it to a certain extent via preventive measures as – proper maintenance ...
Views: 1046 - Outdoor Furniture for Outdoor Living & Lifestyle - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from John WatsonThe modern age has taken many new forms of living and lifestyle and outdoor living and lifestyle is one amongst them. Outdoor areas like patio and garden is treated as an extension of the overall home décor. Garden and outdoor area also offers space for many modern day activities and lifestyle. ...
Views: 1045 - Charm your home with green rugs - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2012 from Mark BrownIs the inside of your house searching a bit of washed out and previous it’s greatest? Has this got the old fashioned appear which is unquestionably last season’s style? Color fashions home based designs changes as they perform in clothing trends. Purples as well as reds had been the colors to be ...
Views: 1043 - A Southern Garden in Mid Summer: Co-existence with the Bugs - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Lya SoranoAugust can be a frustrating month for gardeners in the South. This is not planting or seeding time – especially not when the temperature tops ninety degrees! No pruning, either. Or transplanting, unless absolutely necessary. Lots of water, of course, but no fertilizing in August; new growth ...
Views: 1042 - Using Shape in Feng Shui Gardening - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2008 from Linda BinnsIf you have taken the time to learn the basics of feng shui, you know that you need to incorporate all five elements of nature – fire, water, wood, metal, and earth – to achieve and restore balance within your living space. However, incorporating these elements in their natural states can prove ...
Views: 1041 - A study done by NASA states that there are 10 plants to help keep the air clean and to fight against pollution in our homes, offices, etc. - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from K Plants1. Areca Palm (Chrysalidocarpus lutescens) Also called the “Butterfly Palm.” An upright houseplant that is somewhat vase shaped. Specimen plants can reach 10′ to 12′ feet in height. Prefers a humid area to avoid tip damage. Requires pruning. When selecting an Areca Palm look for plants with ...
Views: 1040 - Best Luxury Bedding Sets - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from william denzelBedding When question comes of luxury then it is obvious that we will try to think about money and when Some exotic range of bedding are lined up around you really think to have it in your room to spread an unusual ambiance around you to charm your mood after returning from your work place.If ...
Views: 1038(4 votes) - Steps To Construct Your Own Timber Trusses Roof - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Andrew BrownTimber trusses have both aesthetic as well as utility value. They are not merely an attractive fixture for the inside of the roof but they are also an effective means of support for the entire weight of the roof. Trusses are critically important for preventing the walls from bending or flexing ...
Views: 1037 - Garden Fence Ideas - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Derek FarleyA garden fence around your flower or vegetable garden is the perfect addition to when you are needing privacy from your neighbors, protection from the animals that may want to "visit" your lawn, or from a child who may wander into the garden and to do his/her own "gardening". The whole idea ...
Views: 1036 - 4 Garden Themes to Fit your Wrought Iron Furniture - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2011 from Avi ReismanWrought iron furniture is extremely versatile and looks great in virtually any setting, lending itself to whatever your existing décor dictates. For those who are looking at a new design or re-model here’s why iron furniture, structures and accessories will grace any style of landscape design ...
Views: 1033 - Outdoor Artificial Geraniums Offer Aesthetic Value That Can Improve Curb Appeal - by Submitted on May 28, 2012 from Noel AlmiranteVibrant and colorful flowers seem to promote a sense of happiness and tranquility to every place. In fact, even busy people have used a wide array of flowers on their tables or other indoor set ups. Through the years, the presence of the flowering plants has been greatly valued by people from ...
Views: 1033 - Asian Style Gardens Help You Find Your “Zen.” - by Submitted on May 10, 2012 from Rodney BirdUsing Asian Style landscaping is a way of bring nature to your personal back-yard space. Decorating in Japanese style is another way to find your own “zen.” Using Asian style forms of landscaping is a very popular art used in Japan that is becoming very popular hobby in the United States as ...
Views: 1031 - Growing and Growing: Why You Should Teach Your Kids How to Garden - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanWhether you regularly grow at least a few different fruits and vegetables in your backyard or you have been thinking about starting a small garden soon, it makes sense to get your kids involved in this activity. In addition to getting extra help with the planting process and the ongoing care and ...
Views: 1031 - Reasons to Get Your Own Timber Garden Shed Today - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2013 from Jesse BurnsGardening in the modern times is often considered a traditional hobby if you are doing it only as part of your 'time out' or break. But serious part-time gardeners know that taking small steps will eventually lead to a more serious venture, rather than just a hobby. If you happen to have a small ...
Views: 1029 - What is the Difference Between Vermiculite vs. Perlite - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2017 from Kevin ClarkIf you are looking to know about vermiculite vs. perlite then you’re in the right place. In this post, you will get the most relevant You will be a step advance in your way. Two inorganic soil additives are prevalent in horticulture vermiculite and perlite. Both of them are created by ...
Views: 1029 - Organic Pot Planting for Your Space! - by Submitted on May 28, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI know, I could of used the word Container instead of Pot, but pot planting seems so much happier! It can be expensive to reduce pesticides in your food consumption by eating organic vegetables. I want to share Organic Pot Planting with you. Pot planting is a fun, easy, low cost and delicious ...
Views: 1028(1 vote) - The Many Benefits Of A Water Pressure Sprayer - by Submitted on May 11, 2013 from Kristine EnglandWhen you're looking at the outside of your home, some of us may notice some damages to the surrounding floors or walls of the house. You may even notice things from a few years back, like stains or some grime. Such stains are deeply embedded in the surface and cannot be wiped clean using a spray ...
Views: 1028 - What Garbage Can Will Meet Your Needs - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2013 from Andrew LaneTrash cans are the key tool when recycling materials or getting rid of unwanted waste. This valuable device enables lots of people to correctly eliminate their excess at all times of the day. Finding the right one is particularly important and it can enhance the disposal system. Luckily, there ...
Views: 1027 - Plan a Beautiful Yard with the Help of Plant Nurseries - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Jeremy MakiAs spring approaches people’s thoughts turn to spending more time outdoors. Doing so usually includes planting trees and flowers and beautifying the backyard. Novice and experienced gardeners alike can benefit from advice from the local plant nursery. In the Riverside, CA area there are some ...
Views: 1026 - Outdoor Wreaths Perfectly Complements The Appeal Of Every Space - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2012 from christine florenoAs you walk through the meadows or streets perhaps you may notice a bunch of elegant and attractive flowering wreaths that are displayed at the front doors. Indeed, anyone would take a look for its distinctive appeal even from a distance indeed; door wreaths add sophistication and glamour to ...
Views: 1025 - 7 Reasons Wrought Iron Furniture Wins Out - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Avi ReismanWrought iron furniture has a lengthy history, dating back to Roman times. In 17th Century Britain, William and Mary; lovers of French baroque style wrought iron, employed a skilled craftsman to create exquisite iron art on demand. The style then swiftly swept the nation, in gates, railings and ...
Views: 1023 - Signs That Your Roof May Need Repair - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2020 from David RicherdYour roof is the first and foremost portion of your home that provides security against the weather elements of mother nature. Maintaining a safe and working roof is a positive way to reduce your overall homeowner expenses. If you the “homeowner”will inspect your roof on a regular basis, you ...
Views: 1022(1 vote) - Useful tips on nutrient requirements of hydroponic gardens - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2013 from Andy AaronIn hydroponic gardens the entire nourishment for plant growth is derived from nutrient feed. As these gardens are grown over water in the absence of soil, the entire success depends on the choice and supply of nutrients. In this method you need to add all different types of nutrients to water in ...
Views: 1019 - All-Time Favourite gardening tools that you require every time - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2017 from alan coryGardening is considered as the finest art that one always loves. It’s the only art that no one can study without any teacher and you just require focusing on few things. The love of a gardener can only make the prolific garden and the planting the plants and new flowers always aid in clearing ...
Views: 1014 - Buying Our Very first Multi-Purpose Metal Detectors - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Marie MalacamanBuying Our Very first Multi-Purpose Metal Detectors: Metal detecting - item search, coin firing, beach brushing - genuinely diversion that's been more popular usually. Whether it be for your originality, the net income, or go with the enjoyment belonging to the past time, a lot of us are ...
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