May 27
Dahlias are among the most beautiful and most exotic residents of any garden. The large blooms of the dahlia are impossible to ignore, and they stand out in any garden in which they are planted. The sturdy, large blooms of the dahlia are available in a variety of colors, and in sizes ranging from as [...]
Materials Needed1 decorative clay or metal planter 1 package of clay pellets (approx. 30 pellets) 3 packets of organic tea leaves seeds (YOUR CHOICE) Grow-rich or nutrient-rich potting soil (ASK YOUR NURSERY FOR THE BEST RECOMMENDATION FOR YOUR AREA) Directions1. Spread the clay pellets evenly along bottom of planter. These will absorb water and promote [...]
May 26
The following article was written by David G. Hallstrom for and originally published by National Realtors Directory.com. Bare Root Roses, what to look for when buying The first thing to look for is the plant’s grade. Nearly all bare root roses sold today are grown in the field and are approximetly two years old. They [...]
May 26
The earliest clocks were simply ways of keeping track of time using the elements. The sundial did this, as well as a clock created in ancient Greece often ascribed to Plato, that used water dripping from a bowl. The Romans later took this clock and claimed it for their own, calling it a Horologium. The [...]
When replacing a fountain pump or choosing a new one, first there are some key terms to keep in mind: “Head”: This is the maximum vertical lift of the pump. For example, a 6′ head means the pump is rated to pump water up to 6 feet high. Note, however, that at 6 feet the [...]
(ARA) – There are many things that can spark the Christmas Spirit inside of us –the arrival of cold weather, the smell of cookies baking in the oven, the presence of family are all examples. But nothing seems to trigger the magical feelings of the holiday season quite like holiday decorations. Wreaths, trees, Christmas lights [...]
A miniature wetland on your property can offer similar benefits that natural wetlands offer. A mini-wetland can even help replace the valuable natural functions of wetlands that may have been lost during your area’s development. What is a wetland? Simply any area in which water covers the soil or keeps it saturated at least two [...]
Snow throwers will allow you to cozy up inside your house When it snows, it is the worst time for men folk of the house. (I know, I know, it is not politically correct to say this, but give that guy some credit) while the government and municipal corporations try to keep the highways and [...]
There is this undocumented story about Andrew Carnegie who kept postponing the decision to redecorate his home just because black, his default color of choice, was simply not used in home decorating those days! Mercifully today, you could well translate your home decorating ideas into alluring reality. For home interior decorating no longer means just [...]
May 23
Landscaping is a wonderful pastime enjoyed by many. It provides a natural beauty and needs no ornaments or other attractive items to help achieve its magnificence. What it does need, however, is a little TLC from you and great ideas to keep the landscape design ever changing and up to date. Landscape design is an [...]