Tag: Gardening

Posted on 09/01/2024

Planting on a Slope: Prevent Erosion With These Gardening Tips

Planting anything on an incline might seem like more trouble than it's worth. However, if your yard has any slopes, you could be at risk for soil erosion and landslides. The best way to avoid them is to plant trees, shrubs or other plants on the slope to strengthen the ground. Here are some tips for gardening on...

Erosion

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Posted on 07/28/2024

Conserving water: For garden & yard care

One of the best ways to live more sustainably is by...

Conserve Water

Eco Friendly

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Posted on 06/16/2024

Gardening to Prevent Erosion & Landslides

Landslides are caused by soil erosion and heavy rainfall. If your property has any slopes, it's important to check for signs of erosion so you can avoid the risk of causing a landslide. Here are three ways you can prevent erosion damage and landslides in your own yard: Plant Densely An abundance of deep-rooted vegetation is the best...

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Posted on 05/05/2024

4 Reasons to build a greenhouse

If you want to get the most out of their gardening...

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Posted on 10/29/2023

Organic gardening: How to kill weeds naturally

A common concern for organic gardeners is finding ways to...

Gardening

Kill Weeds

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Posted on 07/10/2022

Best Shade-Loving Outdoor Plants for Your Garden

If you have a shaded yard or garden, it might seem hopeless to grow bright and colorful flowers and plants. However, there are plenty of vibrant plants that thrive in partial to full shade. Here is a guide to some of the best shade-loving outdoor plants to consider for your garden: Hosta Hostas are a staple of shady...

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Posted on 05/22/2022

4 Colorful Outdoor Plants to Grow Indoors

If you've dreamt of having a lush and colorful garden but don't have the space or climate to support it, consider keeping houseplants instead. There are many varieties of outdoor plants you can grow inside your home as houseplants if you need or prefer. Here are some of the top garden favorites to grow indoors, no matter where...

Flowers

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Posted on 09/19/2021

5 Tips for Designing a Beautiful Container Garden

Container gardens are a plant-lover’s art form. With so much room for creativity and combinations of plants and flowers, you can achieve countless eye-catching designs. However, the amount of choices can also seem daunting. How do you know which plants to choose for your container? Here are some basic tips to help you choose the best companion plants...

Container Gardening

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Posted on 05/16/2021

The Key Elements of Cottage Garden Design

Cottage garden design is a popular landscaping trend originating in late 1800s England. The style idealizes the informal and whimsical aspects of “cottage” life and brings together many details and aesthetics that are still trending today. Here we will go over the key elements of the cottage garden design and some ways you can bring the style home....

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Posted on 09/27/2020

Low on Yard Space? Try a Vertical Garden

Photo by Alex from Pexels Have you been fantasizing about giving your green thumb free rein but are dealing with a limited amount of room in your outdoor living space? Perhaps you've got active children in the household who need backyard space to work off all that energy, or maybe your yard is just small. If so, you'll...

Vertical Space

Gardening

Posted on 02/23/2020

Landscaping for Your New Home

Photo by Matt Chen on Unsplash When you’re creating a landscaping plan for your home it is essential to design around the local climate and weather patterns. When you opt for plants that thrive in your area, you know they are well equipt to handle the seasonal changes specific to your location. This adaptation makes them easier to...

Posted on 05/05/2019

Everyone had something ugly in their yard that they want to hide. For many, it’s the oversized trash bins that don’t really fit in the garage but are big and distracting when left out. Others may have utility boxes that mar your lovely landscaping. In some cases, it’s lawn equipment or gardening tools that don’t have a place...

Home Improvement

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