THIS SPRING TAKE A WALK ON THE ‘WILDFLOWER’ SIDE

Springtime. Time to start thinking about your flower beds and curb appeal. If you're tired of the same old annuals, or too many choices leave you bewildered where to begin, this spring consider thinking outside the planting box. Plant wildflowers. Lots of them.... more

 

REAL SIMPLE SECRETS FOR SELECTING OUTDOOR STATUARY

You're not alone if you find that the piece of garden statuary that looked so elegant at the garden center just doesn't seem to fit your garden back home. Here are some simple guidelines that will help you choose the perfect piece of statuary for your garden... more

 

THE BEAUTY OF AN ENGLISH LANDSCAPE GARDEN There are varying ideas of what is beautiful, and this is equally true of gardens as with people or artwork. Some prefer wild gardens, while others would rather view a garden with complex design and a sculpted landscape. There is some of both in the immensely enjoyable English Landscape Garden, a design with both simplicity and aesthetic beauty. >>more   HOW TO BUILD A WATERFALL FOR YOUR GARDEN POND Building a waterfall is easier than you think and will add a new dimension to your pool.. >> more   DO-IT-YOURSELF WEEKEND PROJECTS : Enhancing Outdoor Living Trellises have been adding character and elegance to outdoor living spaces for years. Better yet, these stylish wooden structures are practical projects that bring everyday elegance to your yard or garden – and can be built in a single weekend. >> more

 

CARING FOR YOUR LAWN IN AN ENVIRONMENTALLY WAY
Caring for your lawn properly can both enhance its appearance and contribute to its environmental benefits. You don't have to be an expert to grow a healthy lawn. >> more

FALL COMPOSTING ENSURES A BOUNTIFUL GARDEN
Harvest time is a great opportunity to start a compost pile because decaying vines, vegetables, leaves and grass clippings contain excellent nutrients that break down over time to recharge soil with nitrogen for spring planting. >> more

TROUBLESHOOTING ONE-CYLINDER ENGINES
Living on a farm, homestead, or just a small country estate, we often find much of the repair work falls on us. Home repairs, appliances, and oh Lord, that ever-present one-cylinder engine. >> more

LANDSCAPING FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Are you looking for cost-effective yet eye-pleasing ways to lower your energy bills? Planting trees, shrubs, vines, grasses, and hedges could be the answer. >> more

PLANT INSPECTION
Learn how to choose healthy plants before purchasing them. When you are purchasing plants, trees & shrubs you should follow this guideline to ensure you are buying a healthy plant. >> more

CONTROLLING LAWN GRUBS ORGANICALLY - Beetle grubs can turn a fine looking lawn into a patchwork quilt of yellow spots. But before you reach for the insecticide bottle, there are a number of organic alternatives that will help you cope with the grubs without poisoning yourself or your family. >> more

XERISCAPING - Have a beautiful garden using very little water, its a great alternative when you live in dry areas or don't have the time for a high maintenace garden. >> more

FALL LAWN AND GARDEN PREPARATION

Let's talk about preparing your lawn, trees, shrubs, and garden for winter, and how best to improve your soil during this time of year..... more

FALL YARD CLEANUP - Cleaning up garden and flower beds in the fall is an effective way to control various insect pests. >> more

RIDING MOWER & TRACTOR SAFETY - These powerful pieces of equipment can cause injury if not properly operated and maintained. >> more

LAWNS NEED FALL FERTILIZATION TO SURVIVE WINTER STRESS
"The most important time of year to fertilize your lawn is just before the onset of winter," said Wayne Kussow, professor of soil science at the University of Wisconsin, Madison. "Fall fertilization helps ensure that roots remain healthy and allows your lawn to store food for the winter." >> more