ZEN LIKE - Garden Guide
The Not So Common Day Lily
For many people, when asked to name their favorite flower, it will be the rose. Roses bloom for about a month in June, then in September they will re-bloom at about half strength. Roses are beautiful and last a long time when...
Aucuba Japonica 'Gold Dust'
All gardens have problem spots - those areas where it seems that nothing will grow. Often, this tends to be in the shade - either under a large tree or the eves of a house. This week we are featuring an evergreen that will...
Cactus Grafting: Lophophora Williamsii to Trichocereus Candicans as a Rapid Propagation Technique
It is desirable to use a host plant such as Trichocereus candicans for grafting purposes to accelerate growth patterns for cactus such as Lophophora williamsii. Trichocereus candicans is preferred as a host plant over San Pedro...
Cheap But Magnificent Gift
Your best friend's birthday is coming up and you are at lost of what to offer him/her? Your parents' wedding anniversary's looming next week and you still have not gotten them any suitable present? No worries because there are...
The Death Of The Windsor Retaining Wall
My father asked me the other day, what question did I get most from my landscape and lawn care customers. The answer: How much does it cost and what kind of retaining wall can I install?Customers and potential customers alike...
To Iron, or Not to Iron - That is the Question
No, we're not talking about pressing clothing. We're talking about setting up an attractive perimeter around your yard - a perimeter that defines your boundaries with taste and a bit of sophistication. The infamous wooden...
Your Bonsai - Essential Tips for Good Health
Bonsai originated in China more than one thousand years ago; however, the Bonsai was developed by the Japanese. Bonsai is a Japanese word meaning "tray-planted" or simply defined bonsai is a plant in a pot. The bonsai is much...
Patio Furniture Creates a New Living Space
Patio furniture has gone beyond just something to use next to the pool. The options that the outdoor furniture industry now offers allow consumers to make outdoor rooms that are only limited by their own imagination.The new...
Simple Backless Bench
There are plenty of simple backless benches to choose from at Simply Benches. Benches come in all shapes, sizes and colors, and they can be made up many different materials decorated in a number of ways. Simple backless benches...
US Flag History
For nearly 230 years, the American flag has been the symbol of the nations strength and unity and freedom; it is frequently called the stars and stripes or old glory.The American flag has been a source of pride and...
A Checklist Before You Begin Your Own Garden Landscaping
If youve decided youd like to design and landscape your own garden there a few things you should take into consideration before you start to draw up your plans. Doing this may save you a lot of time and money in the long...
History Of The Jujube Tree
Chinese poets spoke about the wonderful jujube in 600 BC. The fruit of the jujube has been used in ancient Chinese medicine for many nutritional remedies for 2500 years. Jujubes were used by Gerard in Europe as a medicinal herb...
Low Maintenance Gardening Does Not Mean Boring Gardening
Low maintenance gardens need not look like the bare type, not many plants, lots of rocks, paving, gravel etc. You can have a beautiful garden following a few principles. Choice of plants, type of plants, garden layout,...
Bonsai Trees
What are Bonsai trees? Many people think of tiny little Japanese trees cut and pruned to a miniature size but literally speaking Bonsai means plant in a tray and while they are smaller than their wild counterparts they...
What Type of Gazebo is Right for Me?
So youve decided that youre going to invest in a gazebo. Congratulations! What a great decision. There are so few structures like a gazebo that can stir such a feeling of relaxation and serenity. But the question now is...
How to Build Fences
A fence can be useful for several things like privacy, weather barrier, and containment for children or just for decoration. Your imagination is the only thing thats limit the design. You can get some good ideas when you are...
Swimming Pool Chemicals: Algaecides & Clarifiers
Most pool supply distributors can offer an astounding selection of algaecides and clarifiers for your swimming pool, and if you do not understand how they work, or what their uses are, it can be difficult to make the right...
Three Essential Tips In Caring For Bamboo
Caring for bamboo is not a tough experience once the plant has become established. It's in the initial stages that some well worn rules need to be followed to ensure your plant survives.Caring For Bamboo PlantsIn recent years,...
Landscape Supplies Most Gardeners Need
Getting started in gardening can be a great choice. The perks of the hobby can go well beyond a beautiful yard, too. Whether it's a gorgeous backyard, a designer front walk or just a simple flower garden desired, landscape...
About The History Of Trimming And Sculpting Bonsai Trees
About 2000 years ago the first bonsai trees should have been planted already in trays in China. In China people mentions the miniaturised creation of bonsai trees Pensai. Besides, the typical growth forms of the tree vegetation...