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Lawns and Gardens Last Updated: May 24th, 2010 - 21:36:28
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Organic Gardening And You
Organic gardening and you. If you want to plant an organic garden to make sure your family has safe to eat healthy food find out how to make sure your garden is truly organic.
May 24, 2010, 21:28

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Top Ten 2009 Gardening Trends
The Top Ten Gardening Trends for 2009 will help you learn what new gardening trends are in...and which ones are out!
Jan 18, 2009, 02:50

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Garden Superstars for Spring 2009
If you love your garden, you will want to learn about the garden superstars for 2009.
Jan 18, 2009, 02:46

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Start Spring Early with Indoor Gardening
Find out how to start Spring early with indoor gardening. Indoor planting of vegetables, herbs and flowers will have you prepared when Spring comes along.
Jan 15, 2009, 22:32

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Concrete Landscapes Build Greener Gardens
Concrete masonary can help homeowners plan their gardens and their parties.
Jun 1, 2008, 15:52

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Professional Advice for a Top-Notch Lawn
Top-notch gardening tools, expert landscaping advice and high-speed Internet -- whether gardening is your life’s passion or just a now-and-then hobby, today’s homeowners have everything they need to maintain a beautiful lawn and garden right at their fingertips. While gardening has always been a favorite American pastime, the accessibility of helpful tips, products and the expertise of everyday outdoor enthusiasts reaches far beyond the basics of lawn care available a century ago.
May 31, 2008, 20:36

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Dig Into Lawn And Garden Projects Without Digging Yourself Into A Hole
When the impulse to garden takes root, there are lots of eco-friendly ways to let your creativity bloom.
May 20, 2008, 17:58

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Tips for Green Summer Pest Control
Living green doesn’t mean yielding your yard to birds, bugs and critters that can be both a nuisance and a health hazard.
May 14, 2008, 18:44

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Low-Maintenance Lawn Care For All Four Seasons
You can store gardening implements and lawn-care supplies in an all-weather shed.
May 13, 2008, 17:54

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Showstopping Flowers Blooming Beautifully On Patios And Decks
Beautiful new varieties of hydrangeas have been introduced that perform wonderfully in containers.
May 13, 2008, 17:38

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Cut Yard Maintenance Time in Half with Helpful Tips
With winter giving way to spring, thoughts are likely turning to the untouched lawns or gardens as homeowners prepare for another year of backyard chores. The beautiful lawns and gardens of years past were a result of weekends spent grooming the yard instead of spending time with your family or at the golf course. But, that does not have to be the case much longer.
Mar 31, 2008, 20:40

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Oh Deer! Please Don’t Eat The Daisies… The Daffodils, The Daylilies, The Dahlias!
Manners are lovely, but they just don’t cut it when it comes to preventing pesky deer from foraging in your foliage! Imagine this: You spend hundreds of dollars on loading your landscape with beautiful blooms, and you’ve spent months installing trees, shrubs and flowers just exactly how you want it. Then, maybe even without any warning, you wake up one morning and it’s ruined or worse -- it’s gone!
Mar 31, 2008, 20:22

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Creating An Indoor Garden
You breathe fresh air into your home and add color and interest to your surroundings simply by adding some houseplants to your interior décor. You won't be alone.
Feb 21, 2008, 20:50

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Groundhog Day Drama: Will Puxatawny Phil See His Shadow and Make Way for Spring?
For the 117th year on February 2nd, millions around the world will breathlessly await the most famous furry forecaster, "Punxsutawney Phil’s" annual prediction of an end to winter.
Jan 16, 2008, 22:50

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Keep Your Plants Alive and Healthy This Winter
Whether you’re tucking in your outdoor garden before frigid temperatures hit or counting on your indoor plants to satisfy your need for green this winter, you’ll need to do a bit of work to keep your leafy friends happy and healthy until spring.
Dec 21, 2007, 00:46

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More Consumers Going 'Green' With These Fall Lawn Care Tips
Autumn is a busy time for outdoor enthusiasts, especially those fast at work putting the final touches on their lawns and gardens. Thanks to an array of environmentally sensitive new products, homeowners can still go "green" while preparing their turf and planting areas for the cold months ahead and to jump-start next season.
Oct 28, 2007, 11:58

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Darn Those Deer! Deter Those Doe-eyed Diners from Your Back Yard this Fall and Winter Season
With fall and winter right on our heels you’re probably thinking you’re out of the woods when it comes to deer damage in your backyard landscapes. Wrong. Actually, fall and winter mark the beginning of the worst seasons for deer damage to your landscapes. Deer will eat just about anything in the winter -- their food supply is low and they can’t be choosy.
Oct 18, 2007, 21:04

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A New Breakthrough in Gardening New Research Proves Oxygen is Key to Increased Plant Flowering
Whether you have an extensive greenhouse or a small container garden in your home, you want your plants to do well. Common knowledge tells us that plants need water, sun and nutrients to flourish. But according to recent studies, surprisingly, there is another crucial element for successful gardening: oxygen.
Sep 26, 2007, 23:16

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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.
Aug 6, 2007, 23:24

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Manage Rainwater Runoff With Beauty and Style
The growing desire to create a “green” environment combined with the trend of extending our outdoor living space bring functional and decorative ways to manage water on our property. Water management is a great way individual households can help to keep watersheds, rivers, lakes and oceans from filling up with polluted runoff.
Aug 6, 2007, 23:20

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Three Simple Steps to a Fresh Fall Landscape and Garden
Every garden and landscape space needs freshening up by summer’s end. Exhausted from the scorching sun, heat and drought of the season, updating the landscape with a few simple projects and garden chores can have it looking revitalized for fall in no time.
Aug 6, 2007, 23:18

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World's Biggest Orchid Show Will Bloom In The U.S.
While flower lovers can appreciate orchids for their exotic and delicate charm, there's more to these beautiful blooms than many realize.
Jul 27, 2007, 21:14

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Quick Fixes for Your Yard are Easy and Sure to Please
Summer is the time of year to kick back and enjoy outdoor living. Thanks to family barbecues and backyard baseball games, summer has much to anticipate.
Jun 23, 2007, 20:42

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Gardening: Knowing How to Start
Gardening doesn't have to be difficult. You just need to know what to plant and where to plant it. You can start with a small area in your lawn or make a container garden that you can easily manage.
Jun 11, 2007, 23:25

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Why Are Some Plants Called Weeds?
That plant is a weed.
This may sound like two minutes with Andy Rooney but I just don't agree with this term. If a plant looks pretty and it has some quality that makes it useful, then why is it a weed.

May 2, 2007, 23:28

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Water Conservation Tips For a Beautiful Garden
Having a lush, green lawn and healthy garden helps Canadian homeowners create a backyard oasis that family and friends can enjoy all spring and summer long. To help gardeners achieve a lush environment while conserving water, the lawn and garden team at Canadian Tire has put together some helpful tips.
Apr 29, 2007, 11:44

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All About Annuals
Memorial Day weekend typically serves as the kick-off to summer, and with the holiday quickly approaching, millions of us are getting ready to fire up the grill and start our summer lawn and gardening projects. In fact, the holiday weekend is usually one of the busiest times for home improvement stores and nurseries across the country.
Apr 28, 2007, 12:07

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Nine Simple Steps For A Blossoming Garden
While you may be eager to plant, prune and weed, a smart first step to getting your lawn ready for spring is to prepare the soil. If the basics are tended to first, you'll be rewarded with a healthy garden that requires minimal maintenance.
Apr 22, 2007, 23:22

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Six Simple Steps to Going Green
You don’t have to compost your kitchen waste or pick bugs off plants by hand to help the environment. From the red carpet to your favorite garden shop, new “green” products are making it easy to have a beautiful yard while being good stewards of the earth in your own back yard.
Apr 17, 2007, 20:55

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All Bird Food Is Not Created Equal
Katharine Elliott loves her yard and her dogs, and spares no expense in providing them the best in care and nourishment. Between her two passions, she thought she had little time for anything else, until she was the recipient of a rather strange gift -- a small bird feeder.
Apr 10, 2007, 22:44

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Seven Steps to a Spectacular Lawn this Spring
Spring is the time for renewal, think of it as similar to getting your body ready for beach season. If you want washboard abs come July, you better start working out a lot earlier than that. If you want a lush, green lawn that's the envy of the neighborhood, you've got to be its personal trainer and break a little sweat on these seven steps to a spectacular lawn this season.
Apr 4, 2007, 21:47

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Spring Landscape Tips for This Winter
Preparations for spring landscaping vary depending on where you live, but no matter where you are, there are a few things to do before spring arrives. Here are a few tips from the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) to keep the cooped up gardener happy.
Apr 3, 2007, 23:49

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Function, Beauty Added To Pergolas
Pergolas have become an increasingly popular way to add a classic architectural touch to a home. Gracing patios, decks and gardens, pergolas add striking form and elegance to an outdoor room.
Mar 12, 2007, 23:13

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Free Hotline Answers Yard Care Questions
Whether you have a green thumb or you're all thumbs when it comes to yard care, odds are there are times when you could use a little extra advice.

• What's the best way to fill in bare spots on my lawn?

• Is there an organic way to kill weeds?

• Why won't my lawn mower start on the first pull?

Mar 12, 2007, 23:09

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Fitting Big Color Into Smaller Gardens
Small lots provide an unusual challenge to home landscapers: creating a colorful and vibrant landscape in a small space so that it appears larger than it actually is, without looking crowded or overgrown.
Mar 12, 2007, 23:08

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Let Your Garden's Style Speak For Itself
All you need to do to design your rose and flower garden in a way that will spark a conversation is to unearth your imagination.
Mar 12, 2007, 23:04

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Ways To Keep A Lawn Weed-Free
A beautiful, weed-free lawn takes more than a few rounds with the lawn mower and some wishful thinking. Knowing what type of lawn you have and giving it the proper care can make a big difference. Getting rid of the weeds is critical, as they compete with the grass for nutrients.
Mar 12, 2007, 22:50

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Making Your Own Christmas Wrapping Paper
Every year we buy wrapping paper and decorate our gifts with it, but it does get a little boring, doesn't it? It can be a lot of fun to make your own wrapping paper and it is a fun thing for your kids to do too. They can make the wrapping paper to wrap each others gifts with, or yours, and Dads.
Nov 25, 2006, 14:19

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Three Simple Steps for Fall that'll Give You Great-Looking Grass Come Spring
As summer draws to a close, homeowners everywhere are looking forward to taking a break from lawn care. But before you put away your yard tools, take a weekend to give your lawn a jump start for next spring. How you care for your lawn in autumn determines to a great extent its health in the upcoming year. Lawns work hard in the fall to prepare for the next 12 months, developing root systems to enable them to be drought resistant and stress tolerant in the upcoming year.
Sep 27, 2006, 21:47

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The Best Things You can Do this Fall for Next Spring's Garden
As the crisp fall air ushers in a new season, many gardeners may be left wondering: what now? Garden experts from across the country weighed in with their tips on the best things you can do this fall for a fabulous spring yard and garden. Plant Now, Bloom Later
Aug 15, 2006, 21:48

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Choosing the Right Pot for Your Garden Spot
Cast stone, terra cotta or maybe glazed. With the overwhelming range of container choices, selecting the perfect pot for that special place in your garden can be a real conundrum. The wide choice of container materials and styles reflects changes in consumer expectations, as well as their desire to match specific styles with different parts of the home, both inside and out, according to Peter C. Cilio, creative director at Campania International.
Jun 18, 2006, 10:12

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How to Have Mosquito Free Backyard Parties
Mosquitoes are more than just a nuisance – they are carriers of West Nile Virus and other diseases. Mild cases of West Nile infections may cause a slight fever or headache. More severe infections are marked by a rapid onset of a high fever with head and body aches, disorientation, tremors, convulsions and, in the most severe cases, paralysis or death.
Jun 18, 2006, 10:09

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Try Easy-To-Grow Echinacea in Your Garden These Colorful Perennials Attract Birds and Butterflies
For some people, Echinacea is merely a dietary supplement that is purported to prevent a cold. But if you like to garden, you’ll want to discover colorful Echinacea – also known as Coneflowers. Native to the Central and Eastern United States, Echinacea are a daisy-like flower that have an extra long blooming period throughout spring, summer and into fall.
Jun 18, 2006, 09:56

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Soil Preparation is Key When Beginning a Vegtable Garden
Are you tired of paying too much for vegetables at your local supermarket? If so, and you have a small plot of land, why not start your own vegetable garden? When preparing a vegetable garden you want to be working with moist, fertile soil.
Jun 11, 2006, 00:35

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Spring Clean Your Garden
Start your garden this season by doing as management experts suggest: plan your work and work your plan. The first warmish sunny morning is the perfect time to take a cup of coffee into the garden and make a list of your goals for the new season. For example, if you want less lawn and more vegetable or flower garden this year, early spring is the time to stake out the new areas. Removing sod can be a tough job. To ensure you eliminate turf right to the root, wait until the thermometers hits 15º C / 60º F, then spray your chosen garden area with Roundup.
Jun 11, 2006, 00:10

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New Garden Feeders Make Fertilzing Easier, Cleaner
We've come a long way when it comes to fertilizing our plants. Over the centuries, ashes, lime, animal hair, pigeon and poultry droppings, old woolen rags, sawdust and of course, manure, have graced gardens in the name of adding nutrients and moisture for bigger, better plant growth. But today there are easy to use garden feeders that simply attach to your hose, allowing you to water and feed your plants at the same time.
Jun 11, 2006, 00:09

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Pyramid Power in the Garden
Some gardeners think plants grow twice as fast if you place them under a pyramid structure. In fact, some people believe that pyramids are a supernatural source of power and energy. Whether or not you're a believer, you can put your faith in Scotts Plant Growth Pyramid, an icon designed to remind gardeners of the four simple elements it takes to achieve healthy growth for plants.
Jun 10, 2006, 23:53

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How To Create Classy Container Gardens With Roses
According to the National Gardening Association, 91 million households participated in some form of do-it-yourself lawn and gardening activity in 2005, spending an average of $387. Over the past decade, an increasing percentage of this total has gone towards container gardening. Containers offer a versatile form of gardening that fits into any lifestyle and yard size.
May 8, 2006, 22:34

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Modular Deck Tiles Go Anywhere, Cut Deck Costs in Half
Do you dream of a new wood deck, but are daunted by the cost of having one built or the difficulty of doing it yourself? Don’t despair. Modular deck tiles can make a beautiful do-it-yourself deck possible for even home improvement neophytes. Decks are the fourth most popular home improvement project, according to a survey conducted by LivingHome.com. Adding a deck enhances your home’s value by increasing warm-weather living space, and it’s much cheaper than building an actual room addition.
May 7, 2006, 12:46

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Express Your Outdoor Living Space with Color
Summer is just around the corner and the longer days and warm summer breezes will definitely draw more family activity outdoors. Many homeowners are building new decks or adding on to existing ones to accommodate larger seating arrangements and BBQ grills. Decks extend the living space of the home and therefore, homeowners want to bring their interior decorating style to their outdoor environment.
May 7, 2006, 12:24

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Make Gardening a Family Affair How to Keep Kids Busy in the Garden During Summer Vacation
School’s out! So now what do you do with the kids for the next three months that doesn’t cost a fortune? Why not teach them to garden? From preparing the soil to selecting the plants and watering them to watching them grow, gardening is great wholesome entertainment the whole family can enjoy.
May 3, 2006, 23:14

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Great Gardening Tips for Novices and Know-it-alls
Every gardener knows that no matter how long you’ve been growing your garden, there’s always something new to learn. And whether you’re faced with an unfamiliar garden pest or are curious what variety of green bean thrives best in your climate, the best people to learn from are other gardeners. “Every gardener I’ve ever met has been happy to share their secrets,” says Glenda Lehman Ervin of Lehman’s, a company specializing in old-fashioned, high-quality merchandise.
May 3, 2006, 23:08

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How to Make Your Garden Really Grow Don’t Drown Your Plants, Nurture Them with Micro/Drip Irrigation
Whether you’re a novice gardener or someone who has been doing it for a long time, you know that in order to grow healthy looking plants with an abundance of blooms, you must provide them with the proper amount of sunlight, water and aerated nutrition-rich soil. Most plants come with care instructions detailing the ideal amount of sunlight and soil type as well as the water and fertilizer needed to ensure healthy plants, heavy with blooms and new growth.
May 3, 2006, 23:03

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Make the Grass Greener for Geese Elsewhere
We see them at the park, in our neighborhoods and even in our own backyards. Encountering a flock of wandering geese is the closest many of us ever get to wildlife, but too many geese and their droppings can render an area unusable and pose potential health risks. With their population growing to more than 3 million in the United States, resident Canada geese feed and nest in urban and suburban settings year round within close proximity to people.
May 3, 2006, 22:52

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Make Your Yard Safe for Your Pets and Your Family
You probably don’t think of your yard as a hazardous place for your dog to run around and chase a ball, or a dangerous place for your kids to play baseball or tag. But the lawn care products you use might contain chemicals that could adversely affect the health of your pets and your family.
Apr 12, 2006, 22:47

Lawns and Gardens
Dreaming of Gardens – A Design and Care Primer
Does walking into a nursery or browsing through plant catalogs give you a headache? Do you agonize over where to start? Do you wonder how can you get your plants to look like, or somewhat like, those in the catalogs? Planning next season’s garden does not need to be a chore.
Apr 12, 2006, 22:36

Lawns and Gardens
The Rewards of Gardening with Your Children
William Wordsworth once said, “Let nature be your teacher.” He was just one of the many scholars who believed that nature was therapeutic for the soul and provided an abundance of lessons – especially for children. One of the best (and most fun) ways for children to experience the outdoors is through gardening. Gardening has been prevalent in our culture for thousands of years. However, it is only recently that people started to realize the benefits of gardening for children.
Apr 12, 2006, 22:32

Lawns and Gardens
A New Generation of Clematis Meets Modern-Day Garden Design
Flowers and vegetables are popping-up on rooftop gardens in the city, decorating outdoor living rooms in the suburbs and making guest appearances at homes and businesses everywhere in between this spring. Gardening expert Raymond Evison has carefully studied modern day gardening trends and the changing American landscape and developed cultivars of clematis that are just the ticket for modern-day gardeners.
Apr 11, 2006, 20:30

Lawns and Gardens
From the Garden to the Runway: Bold Colors and Intricate Details are in the Forecast for Summer
Plants come in and out of style with time, just like with fashion. “Right now, it's very hip to use bold plants with a big wow-factor in gardens and landscapes,” says Justin Hancock of Garden Ideas & Outdoor Living magazine. And with vibrant summer fashions already hitting the runways, “plant designers” have released their version of haute couture this spring with the introduction of the first-ever Halo Hydrangeas collection.
Apr 11, 2006, 20:25

Lawns and Gardens
Less is More! Sustainable Summer Lawns
Getting outside and enjoying your lawn is one of the greatest joys of home ownership. Empty nesters, singles and parents with kids all share the same thought… what can I do to have a great yard without being a slave to it? It’s easy…and less is more!
Apr 11, 2006, 20:21

Lawns and Gardens
Gardening Tasks Should Bring Satisfaction, Not Pain Tips for Comfortable Gardening
When it comes to tools, gardeners today have more options than ever before. With all the choices in colors, shapes and sizes, it’s easy to overlook one of the most important gardening tools – your body. Many people, despite exercising proper care and maintenance with their other garden tools, do not spend the time or effort properly caring for their most valuable tool.
Apr 11, 2006, 20:18

Lawns and Gardens
Outdoor Lighting as Art
In the old days of landscape lighting, the philosophy was “never reveal the source of the light.” That’s because most outdoor lighting fixtures were plain, utilitarian and unattractive. Those days are gone, thanks in large part to the on-going trend towards creating beautiful, functional outdoor living spaces.
Apr 11, 2006, 20:11

Lawns and Gardens
Pave the Way to Your New Brick Patio
Need a new project? Get outside and build a new patio or sidewalk, even if you already have one. Many patios and sidewalks are made of poured concrete. If you'd rather have something that doesn't look worn and dirty - and doesn't need to be power washed each spring - consider laying new brick pavers directly over the old surface.
Mar 20, 2006, 23:15

Lawns and Gardens
Add Charm and Style to Your Yard with Arbors
This is the time of year that gardeners love. Seed and plant catalogs have arrived, and chilly winter nights can be spent planning what the yard and garden will look like this spring and summer. Don’t forget to include plans for hardscaping, the non-plant accents that give your yard its backbone. “The latest trend in landscaping is to create ‘outdoor rooms,’ areas set off by various design elements that provide a place to entertain, or just a place to sit and enjoy the garden,” says Ken Machan, co-founder and president of New England Arbors, a company that specializes in beautiful arbors.
Mar 20, 2006, 22:52

Lawns and Gardens
Keep Everything Coming Up Roses
A great way to experience exquisite roses is to attend the annual Rose Parade® in Pasadena, Calif. The Bayer Advanced Jack and the Rose Stalk float, the very first float in the 2006 Rose Parade®, featured the four All-America Rose Selections: Julia Child, Rainbow Sorbet, Tahitian Sunset and Wild Blue Yonder.
Feb 26, 2006, 00:13

Lawns and Gardens
Gardening Tasks Should Bring Satisfaction, Not Pain
When it comes to tools, gardeners today have more options than ever before. With all the choices in colors, shapes and sizes, it’s easy to overlook one of the most important gardening tools – your body. Many people, despite exercising proper care and maintenance with their other garden tools, do not spend the time or effort properly caring for their most valuable tool.
Feb 19, 2006, 01:38

Lawns and Gardens
Ways to Make Lawn Care Easier on the Body Weekend Warriors Can Find Ways to Make Mowing Easier, Healthier
Taking care of the yard can be good exercise, but it can also cause uncomfortable pains and strains. A 2006 national consumer study reveals that mowing the lawn can result in a variety of physical ailments, many of which can be avoided, according to industry experts. About a third of lawn-mowing consumers reported they have a sore back after they mow, while others reported problems with shoulders, arms, hands, legs or feet.
Feb 19, 2006, 01:34

Lawns and Gardens
Are Insecticides Poisoning Your Yard?
You may not know what a Japanese beetle looks like, but chances are if you have a yard, you’ve seen the damage they do. The beetle is a highly destructive non-native pest that was introduced to the United States almost 80 years ago. Because it has no natural predators here, the beetle has become a serious plant and turf pest, responsible for an estimated $3 billion worth of damage every year.
Feb 19, 2006, 01:29

Lawns and Gardens
Brightening the Backyard: New Lighting Options Makeover Outdoor Living
Outdoor living spaces are turning as warm and cozy as the family room, whether you can enjoy them for two months or twelve. In the latest outdoor makeovers, indoor style has fast become an outdoor phenomenon, from growth in exterior kitchens to advancements in outdoor furniture, lighting solutions and more.
Feb 2, 2006, 21:54

Lawns and Gardens
Make Your Back Yard into a Sanctuary for Outdoor Pets
A huge percentage of Americans have pets. Whether we live with dogs, cats, fish or any other animal friends, we love the companionship they offer. On the other hand, we consider anything outside our home to be “wildlife.” While that word is accurate, it can also be misleading. As wildlife – in particular birds – learn to live with the ever-sprawling human population, we have a unique opportunity.
Feb 2, 2006, 21:50

Lawns and Gardens
The Season For Reseeding
If the idea of getting a good lawn tends to mow you down, consider this: Now is the ideal time of year to reseed lawns for full and lush lawns next spring. By planting new grass seed in late summer or early fall, you help the new grass have plenty of time to become established before the cold sets in. "Many people are surprised to hear that this time of year is more conducive to planting than spring, but in spring, lawns face more weed competition as well as the immediate harsh conditions of summer," said Vigoro™ lawn expert John Mollick.
Jan 23, 2006, 21:08

Lawns and Gardens
A Raised Paver Patio Boosts Your Home's Appeal
If it's time for the deck in your backyard to walk the plank, you may want to look into replacing it with a raised paver patio. It's not surprising that the addition of raised concrete paver patios in the backyard is a growing trend. Raised patios using segmental concrete retaining walls and interlocking concrete pavers give homeowners the beauty of natural stone at surprisingly modest prices. They're also maintenance-free.
Jan 21, 2006, 23:51

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Concrete Masonry Walls Are Professionals' Choice
Homeowners know that quality landscaping enhances the beauty of homes, increases curb appeal and can dramatically increase a home's value. To ensure the best-quality landscaping, design professionals and landscape installers look for top-notch products - those that are aesthetically pleasing, cost-effective and durable. According to the National Concrete Masonry Association, segmental retaining wall systems often exceed such expectations within both the commercial and residential markets.
Jan 21, 2006, 23:30

Lawns and Gardens
How to Make Sure Grubs Don't Destroy Your Lawn
What are grubs?
White grubs are the larval stage of beetles and are the most widespread turf grass pests in the United States. In fact, there are a number of different types of grubs that can damage your lawn. A single grub is usually less than 1 inch in length and usually curled into a C-shape when exposed. However, just 10 grubs in a square foot of grass can permanently damage a healthy lawn because grubs feed on grass roots. In fact, there may be several types of grubs within a single patch of infested grass.

Jan 21, 2006, 23:28

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Escape the Stresses of Life With a Backyard Waterfall
Colorful fish gliding through clear water. Plants and flowers blowing in the wind. The sound of water cascading over rocks. What could be more relaxing than having a waterfall right in your own backyard? After a hectic day, the pleasant sound of falling water carries you to your own private getaway, away from daily stresses and neighborhood noise.
Jan 21, 2006, 23:25

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Boost Your Home's Resale Value With Landscaping
If you want to increase the value of your home, invest in landscaping. A Clemson University study found that landscaping around your home can result in more than a 100 percent return on investment. Since the return on investment is contingent upon the quality of the landscaping job, it's important that you find the right landscaping contractor for your project and use high-quality materials like segmental retaining walls and interlocking concrete pavers.
Jan 21, 2006, 23:24

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Concrete Products Give Homes 'Curb Appeal'
You never get a second chance to make a first impression. It's a small piece of advice that becomes ever more valuable when you're trying to sell your home. The first impression your home leaves is based on its curb appeal,which correlates directly to the home's perceived value. In fact, attractive, high-quality landscaping can lead to a 100 percent return on investment when a home is sold.
Jan 21, 2006, 23:12

Lawns and Gardens
Don't Get Bugged by Mosquitoes This Year
Warm, wet weather has led to the early arrival of the West Nile virus this year. The pools of standing water left from the rains serve as excellent breeding places for mosquitoes, including those that carry the West Nile virus. Since the West Nile virus was first identified in the U.S. in 1999, mosquitoes have become more than just a nuisance. They have contributed to more than 16,000 West Nile virus cases and 600 deaths in this country alone. Although mosquitoes are expected to be out in full force this summer, homeowners can help reduce mosquito populations in their areas with the following steps.
Jan 21, 2006, 23:10

Lawns and Gardens
Redwood 'Shade Shelters' Cool Summer's Sizzle
During the gray days of winter, memories of barbecues and days by the pool keep us going until summer returns. What we fail to remember, however, are the things that keep us from enjoying the precious summer months - namely, scorching heat and annoying insects. A well-planned redwood "shade shelter" can solve these problems, allowing you to enjoy more of summer's fun in comfort. What's more, you can build it yourself and save money.
Jan 21, 2006, 23:09

Lawns and Gardens
Create an Asian-Inspired Outdoor Room
Everyone needs a little getaway. How about creating one in your own backyard? An outdoor room can get you "out" of the house while keeping the comforts of home close by.
Whether your outdoor space is a screened-in porch, a patio, a balcony or even a rooftop deck, all you need are three basic elements to make it a relaxing oasis: comfortable seating, a soothing ambience and accessories that enhance the surroundings.

Jan 21, 2006, 23:07

Lawns and Gardens
Treating Osteoarthritis Pain While Gardening
Gardening can be a rewarding experience for people of all ages and a life-long passion to many. However, for Americans who suffer from osteoarthritis, tending to plants and perennials during their golden years may be difficult and painful. According to the Arthritis Foundation*, there are some simple modifications that can help keep your garden growing with ease.
Jan 21, 2006, 23:05

Lawns and Gardens
Garden Superstars for Spring 2006 New Plants and Garden Accessories Take a Starring Role in Outdoor Rooms This Spring
Short days and long nights lend themselves to dreaming of spring, triggering an itch to get out of the house and into the garden. But while you are fighting a full-blown case of cabin fever, plant explorers and outdoor décor vendors are turning up a whole slew of new green goods that will arrive just in time to help you scratch that gardening itch.
Jan 20, 2006, 22:46

Lawns and Gardens
Dreaming of Gardens – A Design and Care Primer
Does walking into a nursery or browsing through plant catalogs give you a headache? Do you agonize over where to start? Do you wonder how can you get your plants to look like, or somewhat like, those in the catalogs?
Planning next season’s garden does not need to be a chore. Getting your plants to respond well is within your ability. Several general steps, some that you are probably already doing, can get you the results you want.

Jan 20, 2006, 22:45

Lawns and Gardens
Turning the Tomato-Growing World Upside-Down
Tomatoes are by far the most grown fruit (yes, “fruit,” not “vegetable”) in home gardens around the world. Nutritionists and health professionals tout the anti-oxidant health benefits of the fruit. Clearly, Americans love tomatoes. Yet most gardeners aren’t very enthusiastic about the amount of work involved in successfully growing tomatoes. It isn’t enough to just plant, fertilize and water tomatoes. You must also sucker them, fight off a multitude of garden pests and animals (who love tomatoes as much as we do), support them with stakes and cages, tie them, and then continually retie the plants as they grow.
Jan 20, 2006, 22:42

Lawns and Gardens
Four Simple Reminders when Creating Your Next Dream Outdoor Sanctuary
Spring may be the ideal time to plant flowers, shrubs and work outdoors, but smart gardeners begin planning long before April showers bring May flowers. Actually, winter is the best time for strategic garden planning, as well as reviewing your landscape’s current flow and making decisions about what wonderful effects you’ll create in the garden next year. As leaves fall and flowers disappear, the “bare bones” of your landscape emerge, providing a canvas to easily imagine the perfect spot where an elegant trellis or another nice garden structure might go.
Jan 20, 2006, 22:39

Lawns and Gardens
Modular Storage System Gets You Organized
What do garden implements, sports equipment and power tools have in common? A couple of things, actually. First, it’s likely that they’re all taking up valuable space in your garage. And second, they all turned up in a 2004 survey listing the top 50 things people need to store.
That survey inspired Kevin Shaha, president of Racor Inc., to add a new product line to the company’s home storage products business. “We’ve been providing high-quality, innovative storage solutions for the garage and home for 20 years,” he says.

Dec 21, 2005, 23:55

Lawns and Gardens
Beat Winter Blues with Garden Inspired Décor
Even the most dedicated snow-lovers can find themselves suffering winter blues when the sun disappears for days, and that long gap between New Year’s and spring stretches out before them. If you’re an avid gardener, or just a nature lover, you can find yourself missing the sights, sounds and scents of your backyard garden. One of the best ways to shake those cold-weather doldrums is by bringing a bit of the garden into your home. Fortunately, there are numerous resources available to help you do just that.
Dec 21, 2005, 23:53

Lawns and Gardens
Turn Your Back Yard into the Perfect Outdoor Room
For people who live in colder winter climates, the thought of being able to get outside and enjoy their yard and garden is almost overwhelming at this time of year. As you count the days until spring, why not start planning how you’ll use your outdoor space this year. “People want to be able to use more of their outdoor space, and they want flexibility,” says Deb Anderson, president of By The Yard Inc., makers of maintenance-free outdoor furniture.
Dec 21, 2005, 23:51

Lawns and Gardens
Ten Tips to Liven Up Your Deck
Your kitchen might be the heart of your house, but your deck is the heart of your backyard. It’s the place where you gather with friends and family, enjoy home-cooked meals, and relax after a long day at work. So it’s important that you choose wisely when considering materials for the centerpiece of your outdoor oasis. You’ll want decking material that lasts a long time and won’t need to be replaced five or ten years down the road.
Composite decking is a growing trend and a smart choice. Brands such as GeoDeck work just like wood -- easy to saw, drill, cut, and nail with standard woodworking tools. Plus, it’s blended with a patented ingredient that makes it virtually fade resistant. Once your deck is in place, you can surround it with some well-deserved accessories. Here are 10 tips to make your deck the best it can be.

Dec 21, 2005, 23:47

Lawns and Gardens
What’s Hot in Pots? Protecting Your Investment
Ah the flower pot – it’s one of gardening’s most underappreciated, abused tools. Yet it is also one of the most important factors in the health of your potted plants – both outdoors in the warm weather and indoors in winter. “By preserving your flower pots, you are protecting your investment on a number of levels,” says Bob Gillingham, president of Plant Stand Inc. “Pot health is essential for plant health, so keeping your pots in good condition helps keep your plants hearty.
Dec 21, 2005, 23:44

Lawns and Gardens
Winter Gardening Tips from NASCAR’s ‘Mr. Excitement’
Bored by frozen ground and brown grass? Craving a means to keep your gardening thrill growing year-round? Why not take some tips from NASCAR’s “Mr. Excitement”?
Jimmy Spencer, one of NASCAR’s most colorful figures and co-host of Speed Channel’s “NASCAR This Morning,” is also an avid, expert gardener. Residing with his family in North Carolina, Spencer spends much of his down time cultivating the beautiful, woodland-style gardens on his 2 1/2-acre property. And when the long North Carolina growing season finally ends, Spencer turns his attention to preparing for spring – all winter long.

Dec 21, 2005, 23:38

Lawns and Gardens
How to Really Make Your House Stand Out
Do you live on a street where all the houses look the same and feel like you need to do something to set your place apart from the rest? Once the snow clears and the temperatures warm up, get out and do something about it!
Unless your house is an architectural masterpiece, it could benefit from some thoughtful plantings to soften the edges and help it blend with the surroundings.

Dec 21, 2005, 23:34

Lawns and Gardens
Garden Superstars for Spring 2006 New Plants and Garden Accessories Take a Starring Role in Outdoor Rooms This Spring
Short days and long nights lend themselves to dreaming of spring, triggering an itch to get out of the house and into the garden. But while you are fighting a full-blown case of cabin fever, plant explorers and outdoor décor vendors are turning up a whole slew of new green goods that will arrive just in time to help you scratch that gardening itch. This spring gardeners can find an array of great new plants, garden accessories and green products guaranteed to help them make their outdoor space all their own.
Dec 21, 2005, 23:30

Lawns and Gardens
How to Make Yard Cleanup Quick and Easy
Hours of yard cleanup can bring blisters and backaches to homeowners with large lawns and mature trees - not to mention the time taken away from other fall activities. Fortunately, outdoor power tools such as yard vacuums and hand-held blowers reduce the time and labor of fall cleanup chores. Keeping your yard clear throughout the fall contributes to a healthier lawn next year.
Oct 2, 2005, 00:52

Lawns and Gardens
From Cat Litter to Compost
As avid gardeners know, winterizing plants is critical in most climates as we enter the colder months. And with the drought still plaguing much of the country, conserving water at the roots of plants by mulching will be crucial for their survival. But what gardeners may not know is that certain cat litters can be a great source of mulch and compost.
Sep 25, 2005, 12:56

Lawns and Gardens
What's Bugging You?
Bugs. They're everywhere - more than a million species of insects to be exact. Most are beneficial. But some bugs can damage your home and impact your family's health.
Sep 25, 2005, 12:55

Lawns and Gardens
Growing Beautiful Roses and Flowers: It's Never Been Easier
Growing beautiful roses and flowers has never been easier, thanks to newer, heartier varieties. But every gardener runs into disease and insect problems. Here are a few of the major troublemakers:
Sep 20, 2005, 22:04

Lawns and Gardens
Landscaping Can Provide Big Return on Investment
According to a Clemson University study, landscaping around your home can provide 100 percent or more return on investment. The Clemson study reports that the initial cost for landscaping is about 10 percent of the home's value, while a quality landscaped yard will provide a 13 percent to 17 percent increase in resale value.
Sep 18, 2005, 23:36

Lawns and Gardens
Backyard Bird--The Catbird
It's quiet, now. Gone is the constant chatter, whistles and meowing sounds as you jump from branch to branch safeguarding your territory against all trespassers. Gone too is the uniformally gray body with the black cap and tail feathers, with just a smidgen of rust coloration under the tail coverts, that allows you to blend in with your natural habitat of dense undergrowth and thickets.
Sep 18, 2005, 02:04

Lawns and Gardens
Planting and Caring for Flower Bulbs
There is nothing quite as welcome as those beautiful spring flowers that seem to emerge from nowhere to welcome the arrival of spring. Bulb type flowers are really unique plants, because they spend most of their days resting quietly beneath the surface of the soil. Then right on schedule, up they come, full of bloom and vigor, and then almost as fast as they came, they go. Except for the green leafy part of the plant that tends to linger longer than we would like them to.
Sep 18, 2005, 02:02



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