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Colorado Blue Spruce And Lush Red Roses By Jan Verhoeff
Set in a broad expanse of lush green lawn a length of split rail fence forms a corner. Carpeted with a thick layer of soil preserving and plant protecting cedar mulch, three tall Colorado blue spruce offset the right angles of the fence. Lush red roses climb and meander along the fence setting off the soft color of the spruce and livening up the grounds. A bench of rustic-cut native stone rests casually near the edge of the cedar chip mulch with views of sunset beyo… |
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- External vs. Submersible Pumps. Which One Should You Use? By Brett Fogle
For many people, it's never been a question of whether to use a
submersible pump vs. an external pump because most people have
smaller ponds and are used to just using a submersible pump.
They're easy to install, and are pretty reliable - so why even
consider an external pump?There are a couple of reasons...But before we go into that, let's briefly talk about the benefits
of submersible pumps first. For obvious reasons, a submersible
pump is named as such because it…
- Tips on Growing Lettuce By Marilyn Pokorney
Lettuce is an easy to grow spring and autumn vegetable.
It's two worst enemies are hot temperatures and slugs.Here are some tips to grow lettuce all summer long, even
when temperatures soar.*Make sure soil contains a good supply of nitrogen for good
leaf production.*Make early plantings in full sun.*Plant the seeds 1/8 inch deep in a wide row, 6 inches apart
in all directions.*Plant every two weeks for a continuous harvest all summer
long.*As the weather warms up, star…
- Laying Out Your Landscape Part Two By Dean Novosat
Part Two in a SeriesOnce you have your landscape design on paper, now it’s time to transfer it to the
actual location where you will be planting your plants. You will need a couple of
tools in order to accomplish this. First it’s handy to have a long tape measure. For
example a 50 foot or 100 foot tape measure is a lot easier to use an 8 foot or 16
foot one. You will be able to easier layout your landscape with a longer tape
measure. You might also need some woode…
- Are You Being Taken Advantage of when Ordering Flowers Online? By Janna Hagan
Did you know that you can send flowers many different ways on the internet? With a few different options of delivering and ordering flowers online, you must be aware of security and safety of your personal information. Not only that, but you could be left with disappointing flowers for your event if you choose the wrong online florist. Many florists online have created websites that lead consumers to believe that they are "local florists." Although you believe they are…
- How to Care for Long Stem Roses By Ken Austin
Widely considered to be the most popular roses for all occasions, what many people think of as classic long stem roses are in fact Hybrid Teas. A mixture between the Hybrid Perpetual and Tea Rose from China, these long stem beauties have long pointy buds with up to 30-50 petals per bloom.
Since the first discovered Hybrid Tea in 1867, there has been an explosion leading to thousands of long stem varieties coming in virtually every color except for blue or black. The…
- Growing and Harvesting Rose Hips By Jacqueline Carroll
Roses can do more than grace our landscapes and floral designs. Like its cousins the apple, pear, peach and cherry, roses produce a fruit. Rose Hips are a valuable source of vitamin C, containing as much as 20 times more vitamin C than oranges. They are also an excellent antioxidant.Growing Roses for Hips
When growing roses for hips, you'll want to select a variety that produces a reasonably large fruit that is high in vitamin C. Look for disease and insect resistant r…
- Mower Safety - Blood On The Blade! By Fred Davis
Fall is upon us and the snows and chill of a Northeast winter won't be far behind. Lawnmower safety, however, is a ripe subject for any season. . .especially spring. Spring's a time when a gardener's thoughts turn seriously to mowing the lawns, tilling the garden, finally being able to go jogging without ear muffs and an overcoat...or just plain walking--a walk through spring renewal.There are, however, a great many people who find it painful to just walk; many who can…
- Why You Should Always Have Garden Furniture By Matthew Anthony
You've put a lot of work into your garden, from planning to digging to weeding to all the little tasks that keep it looking beautiful. Sharing your garden with others is the next step, and doing that requires more than pretty rows of plants. You created a garden to enjoy, didn't you? Imagine your garden in use - garden benches and patio furniture to provide places for people to sit and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Choosing garden furniture can be the ultimate expres…
- New for 2006 - Granite Flexible Preformed Rock Ponds By Gerry Fung
Traditionally, preformed ponds are large shells, which are extremely burdensome and difficult to transport. For example, a typical preformed pond kit would come in a box that is 60” x 48” x 24”, which is too large for many car trunk sizes. Liner kits, on the other hand, present many difficulties for the beginner pond gardener. Since every liner pond shape is different, pond gardeners must customize their own pond and ensure that it is level, and that it does not hav…
- A Guide To Landscape Bridges By Charles Truett
Is there something missing from your garden design? Maybe you should consider a landscape bridge.A landscape bridge is a nifty solution to a garden or yard that needs a little pizzazz. The benefits of a landscape bridge are many. When you install a landscape bridge you will enhance the beauty of your yard or garden. A landscape bridge will help to separate areas and spaces. A landscape bridge can be used over a pond or small stream.You can find lots of ideas and p…
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