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- Back to the Basics - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Kim BucklerBack to the Basics All that I can think about is the gardens and the growing season in Canada. Last night the idea of growing more veggies in the house over the winter came to mind. Then I get into the overload of thinking way too much and wondering how I can do all of this… and why I am ...
Views: 1303(1 vote) - 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: 1301 - Choosing Between A Push Mower And A Riding One - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2013 from Anne MehlaWhen it comes to buying a new mower to use in your yard, many homeowners begin to wonder whether they would be better off buying a push or a riding model. In all honesty, either one could be highly beneficial in keeping your lawn well maintained, which makes the decision between the two even ...
Views: 1300 - Indoor gardening can be fun with proper nutrients and pesticides applied - by Submitted on May 17, 2013 from Andy AaronHydroponic systems have been gathering a lot of momentum especially among city dwellers. People in the city do not have enough space to culture gardening. Thus, they are more leaning towards the indoor gardening systems. However, in indoor gardening, there is a need to provide special nutrition ...
Views: 1299 - How to Make Your Own Natural Compost - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Whitney SeguraIf you are interested in gardening, it is important to learn how to make your own natural compost. Compost is a mixture of various natural or organic types of materials that assists in increasing the nutrients in the soil that is located in your garden, and also works to provide the plants ...
Views: 1297(1 vote) - 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: 1294 - History of Hydroponics - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2011 from Matt SteinHydroponics is a means of growing plants in nutrient water without the use of soil. Instead of soil a non-reacting medium is used such as perlite, gravel, or the husk of coconuts. It was known as early as the 18 century that plants absorb their minerals in water as ions. The soil in traditional ...
Views: 1294 - How Advanced Nutrients Can Help Your Hydroponic Garden - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2013 from Tracy KennedySupplying your plants with the right nutrients is one of the most important things you can do for your indoor hydroponic garden. Rich nutrients are essential for the plants to flourish, particularly if you are growing delicious vegetables and fruit. This is also true for individuals that are ...
Views: 1294 - 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: 1294 - Tips for finding a Tampines Florist - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2021 from John SmithThere are many occasions such as weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, graduation ceremonies, among others, that require flowers as gifts. This means that within a year, you'll probably require to find a Tampines florist. A florist will advise you on the best flowers to choose from, depending on ...
Views: 1294 - Zen and the Zucchini Plant - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Nick GrimshaweToday I gardened in the rain; one of those beautiful west coast misty rains which leaves everything drenched in life giving moisture. Everything is saturated even the colors, taken to deeper hues by the gray overcast. You feel gently hugged and cocooned by the close in day. My task: to make ...
Views: 1294 - What Can Gardening Teach You? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2020 from Logan SandersA small intro. This piece was inspired by our self-isolation as well. Requested by my wife. Gardening can be a great hobby, helping you add some color to your yard or create a reliable source of food. However, you’ll also learn a lot of life lessons by working in the garden. To try to ...
Views: 1290 - Decorating with Flagstones - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2012 from Jarrett WoodardSo it’s outdoor patio season and your outdoor patio is still non-existent. You’re missing out on interlocking bricks. You would like to have your buddies over in the yard, nonetheless they keep creating a mess of your back garden. If you don’t have the right type of spot for a higher hardwood ...
Views: 1288 - Grow Your Own Magic - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2014 from Linda GrayAlthough growing your own fruit and veg is the best thing you can possibly do for yourself and your family, there is a magical world beyond the simple veggies we can grow in the garden. Some of the most annoying plants in fact have some amazing benefits. Weeds and wild plants: Dandelions ...
Views: 1285(1 vote) - Flower garden design using desert plants rocks and water friendly desert ideas - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Andrew CooperWhen most people think of deserts they think of sand, cactus plant and tumbleweed. But the people living in desert area has a different opinion, they say that the desert is a beautiful area full of colors after the spring season. The same beauty can be replicated in our garden with good garden ...
Views: 1283 - How Paving Services Play Role in Quality Driveways Construction? - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2012 from Ariel LinfordWith the increase and development in real estate, the landscaping industry is also increasing day by day. There are many homeowners who are not only investing their income in home interior but they are willing to make their home exterior as much as beautiful and attractive. Aside from fencing ...
Views: 1281 - 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: 1280 - 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 ...
Views: 1278 - 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: 1278 - Treehouses - luxury camping and glamping holidays - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2011 from Pamela KopeckyIf you are bored in the standard cottages and villas and want to remain someplace totally unique, then a holiday getaway within a treehouse would be the resolution. There is basically almost nothing like it! As young children we have been obsessed along with the principle - what superior way of ...
Views: 1278 - How to Setup a Hydroponics Garden in Your Home - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2011 from Matt SteinLike any hobby at times hydroponics can get a bit expensive. In this economy it is hard to see why any gardener would pluck down hard earned cash but with a bit of math it is easy to see that even a small hydroponics garden can make economical sense. As well, there is the health benefits of ...
Views: 1275 - Window Box Planters – Distinctive and Lasting Statement - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2012 from christine florenoLife with be quite meaningless and burdensome without the beautiful sceneries around. Flowers and other forms of greenery with beautiful garden embellishments will provide fresh new appeal that promotes a sense of elegance and flair. Indeed, flowers are among the bountiful garden essentials that ...
Views: 1275 - Can You Feng Shui the Outdoors - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2018 from Pat HeydlauffWith summer arriving, a lot of us turn our thoughts to the wonderful outdoors. We enjoy the flowering trees and plants, longer days and the warmth of the sunshine. I often get asked, “can we use Feng Shui energy techniques outside as well as inside?” “Are there specific colors for flowers we ...
Views: 1274 - Coffee Preparation Techniques - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from Phillipe SmithProcessed coffee beans require some preparation for them to be easily consumed because whole coffee beans are not consumable. Therefore, coffee preparation is the action of turning processed green coffee beans into a beverage. Preparation of coffee consists of three main steps. These are ...
Views: 1274 - 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: 1273 - 5 Easy Gardening Tips for People with Allergies - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2015 from Maria LawsonGardening is not just an engaging and fun activity- it also has many health benefits! Indulging in just a little bit of gardening every day can improve hand strength and dexterity, reduce the risk of stroke and heart disease, boost brain health, and help relieve stress. Simply looking at a ...
Views: 1273 - Organic Pest and Disease Control - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2009 from FSB AuthorsA plant's main enemies are pests (such as rabbits, insects, slugs and snails, and nematodes) and diseases (like fungi, bacteria, and virus). Most can be controlled using ecologically friendly methods. Rather than setting a goal of a pest-free garden, learn how to work with nature to keep ...
Views: 1271 - 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: 1265 - Flowers for the Summer Solstice - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2017 from Francis RosenfeldThis is so exciting! I have heard so many stories and legends about this flower, but I never actually saw it before. This is Galium Verum, Lady’s Bedstraw, the flower of St. John, a plant so deeply associated with the summer solstice that some even believe it only blooms on the Eve of St. John’s ...
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Views: 1263 - 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: 1263 - How Big Does Your Veggie Garden Need to be? - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2011 from Nicola ChathamWant to know something about me I’m embarrassed to admit? Over the past year I’ve visited in excess of 14 established Permaculture and organic home gardens ranging from 680m2 blocks, to 32 acres. I’m ashamed to say, sometimes in my early days, I would look with disappointment and even distain ...
Views: 1262 - Adding Hedge Privacy Screen To Your Home - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2012 from Noel AlmiranteAre you feeling a little expose? Adding privacy to your home is a great way to build a secure and relaxing scenery that most of the people enjoy after a long tiring job at work. Hedge privacy screen provides not only security but also transforms your plain little backyard to a beautiful ...
Views: 1260 - 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: 1260 - Discover The Finest OG Kush Seeds - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2012 from Auto SeedsbankOG Kush is one of the most popular and sought after Marijuana strains available in America, with its popularity intrinsically recorded in many of the East Coast, and West Coast Gansta Rap songs. With a dubious history steeped in myth and story, it can be difficult to determine what is, and what ...
Views: 1259 - Benefits Of Installing Artificial Grass On Your Lawn - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2013 from Ben WallHaving a large bare area to grow grass or turf can be a tedious job altogether. You'd have to till the soil and plant patches of grass seedlings and wait for them to grow. Upon their maturity, they spread throughout your lawn and you will need to water and mow them regularly to keep them ...
Views: 1258 - Koi Pond - Which Pump to Use - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Douglas HooverWhen I started in the waterfall and pond design & construction business in January of 1982, I was asking the same question. I had a slight advantage over most when it came to answering the question, "Which pump do I use?" I came out of the energy conservation field, so I was already savvy ...
Views: 1257 - Planting A Garden Is A Healthy Alternative. - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Jim RosenauPlanting a garden can be very rewarding in many ways. When deciding your options for planting a garden, you have to look for healthy alternatives. The health benefits you receive can help you in more ways than one. There are many rewarding benefits to growing your own garden. You get to ...
Views: 1254(2 votes) - Hedge Trimming Tips - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2012 from karol wawrzakHedge Trimming Tips Esthetically pleasing hedges can add value to your property, provide privacy or wind protection, and host birds and other beneficial garden insects. Keeping your hedges pruned properly will offer an attractive alternative to unsightly fences. Depending upon the age of ...
Views: 1253 - Garden Figurines - by Submitted on Oct 03, 2012 from John WatsonGarden figurines as decorative element as well as surprising element are also catching up. There are many concepts of garden figurines. Garden figurines are like miniatures made of cast stone for the element of excitement and fun in the garden area. Garden figurines also give the facelift to the ...
Views: 1252 - 4 Secrets of a Smelly House Waiting For Professional Cleaners - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2018 from Ron SpencerSometimes, you don’t feel to stay inside your home for the presence of something, which is considered as one of the matters defining the word ‘nasty’. You still didn’t get it, right? Well, it is known as the ‘nasty stink’ that is the common problem in most of ...
Views: 1250 - Photography of Landscaping - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Christina XioWe have been blessed with beautiful things around us. We might not consider how lucky we are, but the truth is that the world we live in is a beautiful place. We never realize how beautifully sun comes out and provides us with sunlight. How those sun rays help in the process of pollination. How ...
Views: 1249 - Why to grow your own organic vegetable garden - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2013 from Ovidiu DotDuring the last decades there has been a change towards mechanization and homogenization of farming, which uses pesticides, additives, herbicides, synthetic fertilizers and mass-production techniques. All this is clearly affecting mankind's health, and new diseases are spreading rapidly amongst ...
Views: 1247 - Organic Gardening Tips: How to Keep Your Garden Healthy, Eco-Friendly, and Pesticide Free - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Chef Tina JoI've been getting a lot of inquiries lately about how I keep my garden pesticide free which can be quite a feat here in northern Baja but if I can do it here, it can be done anywhere! Here are some great tips that I use to achieve a pesticide free, eco-friendly garden. Be sure to start with ...
Views: 1246(1 vote) - Gardening to Draw Those Beautiful Butterflies into Your Garden. - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from Stephen DrummonsyMake your plot butterfly-friendly to draw color and development for the landscape while aiding the pollination of flowers, fruit, and vegetable plants. Unfortunately that urbanization and other development are dwindling butterflies' natural habitat, leaving fewer places to feed, mate, and lay ...
Views: 1245 - Have Burgon and Ball Garden Tools for a Remarkable Experience - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2013 from Jessy SiglaIf you are into gardening and really like the idea of planting trees and flower plants all around your abode, Burgon and Ball garden tools will be the best for getting your mission accomplished. These tools are so purposefully and artistically designed that not only they perform the best in ...
Views: 1245 - Lawn care tips 2 - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2012 from karol wawrzakLawn care tips 2 Lawn care tips continued . . . Broadleaf weeds such as Dandelions are another problem, although fairly easy to control with a broadleaf weed control. Most broadleaf herbicides are mixed in with the fertilizers, and must be applied when the grass and weeds are damp. The wet ...
Views: 1244 - 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 ...
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