While there are countless ways to grow roses in your garden, organic rose gardening is becoming extremely popular little by little. The benefit of having an organic garden is that you do not need to rely on man-made chemicals and can ultimately extend the life of your roses. This will also eliminate the need of having harmful chemicals around your pets and children.There really is no need to add harmful chemicals into the equation if it is not...more
Author: Pat MctigueIf you believe that the way to season that spaghetti sauce is with some shakes from a little container from your cupboard, you have never enjoyed fresh herbs! Imagine the flavor you get from that shaker, multiplied by 10, and exploding with aroma. Now imagine having those herbs growing right at your fingertips, ready for you to use. If you believe that this is only for experienced gardeners, think again! The reality is,...more
Author: John KingWith the New Year resolutions either successfully adhered to - or well and truly forgotten by now, the onset of Spring heralds the need to divert some of that positive "fresh start" thinking into the official launch of the "gardening" year.So as Winter comes to an end, it's time to start thinking how to go about restoring the somewhat muddy scene outside to its full potential glory.Garden Improvements are TopsWith garden improvements edging their way up to the number two slot in the top ten of home enhancement initiatives undertaken by the UK public (according to the 2007 Halifax Home Improvements survey), it's quite clear that getting our outdoor room in tip top shape remains a popular priority amongst current homeowners. Addressing the make-over needs of the garden into shape is only superseded by redecorating, underpinning the fact that people are beginning to see their garden as a genuine extension to the home and as a result, are keen to apply their commitment to interior style to their exterior space.Planning Makes PerfectOnce you've made the decision to change your garden scenery, make sure you allocate a portion of time to the planning process. Think how...more
Yard work never stops, whether you need to mow the yard, cut back the bushes, or put in that new play set - the yard will keep beckoning. Although yard work never stops, you can be comforted by the fact that the more work you put into your yard the more it will give back in return.Putting in a new fountain will give your yard a greater feeling of...more
Author: Anthony WoodsWith a decent plan and proper preparation a timber garden shed is a great DIY project for the amateur woodworker and when done correctly will be a really useful asset on your property.Central to your success will be a good set of timber garden shed plans and these will help your preparation.Whole sets of plans can be downloaded...more
Perhaps, the gardens that appeal to the senses the best are those that we call water gardens that have a lot of appeal and which go beyond the usual plants because there are also fish and perhaps a few rocks that all help to create a most visually exciting water garden. If you want to create lively as well as unique water gardens, there are several water garden landscaping ideas worth trying out - some of which could be quite complex - but which will nevertheless will prove to be very exciting as well as enjoyable.More ComplexThough water garden landscaping is not as simple as say rock garden landscaping, it can still be tried out even in spite of the fact that you will have to do quite a bit of excavating as well as water treatment. However, for those who don't have the time, patience or money to indulge in water garden landscaping, there is also simple landscaping try, which will help to add beauty to any garden while at the same time will not cost you much money in the bargain.Still, there are certain complexities involved when one tries out water garden landscaping and so you need to first of all properly plan everything in advance. To begin with, there is the design aspect...more
Roses can be the perfect addition to any garden as it adds beauty and delight. Rose bushes can be quite rewarding if grown properly. The key with rose gardening is understanding how to properly care for them. With the proper rose bush care, your...more
Author: Austin OkayneAfraid of food poisoning? Rest assured that you no longer have to live in fear of E. Coli or salmonella. How can you do this? Use container gardening! You don't have to be a hobbyist or a hardcore gardener to appreciate the...more
Author: Ralph PollardAustralians are passionate of outdoor storage buildings, called garden sheds, there is no question about that.They add valuable storage place to your home as well as value.If we pick the right model it will definitely make our...more
There are a surprising number of wonderful Michigan gardens that offer year-round plants to admire. In fact, the state of Michigan has many public gardens that have wonderful plants from hosta and roses to evergreens and herbs that offer an...more
Unlike what you may have originally thought, there is quite a bit that goes into planting a rose. Everything from the location to how deep you plant it to what kind of fertilizer used should be taken into consideration. Here are a few of the many...more
Author: Sutiyo NaThe mind and body of every person works in tip-top condition because they are fed with foods that provide vital nutrients. Machines complete their long list of workloads and withstand the pressures of every single task because they...more