Plan for Winter Plantings (12 Jun 2006) It's hard to think about winter when our gardens are in full bloom and the vegetables are ripening on the vine! But we must keep winter in mind when we are planning our landscape. Afterall, we have to look at our landscape all year long, including winter. (Unless, of course, you are fortunate enough to be able to move to warmer climates in the winter or live in a climate that is tropical all year long!) But for most of us, we have to contend with four seasons and the life cycle of our landscape.
Drying Roses (12 Jun 2006) There are many reasons why you might want to dry your roses. Some people just want to keep a memento of a special moment. Perhaps they are a part of a wedding that you went to; maybe they were a gift from a mate, friend, or family member. Whatever your reasons for doing it, this is the section where you will learn to dry your roses properly.
Selling Your House? Trim Your Shrubs! (12 Jun 2006) Shrubbery and other greenery that has an unkempt appearance can often be misconstrued as a sign of neglect, and gives a bad impression of your house overall. Prospective homebuyers who see shrubbery that has not been well maintained may not even be aware of their observation, but it will have an impact on the way they view your property as a whole.
Selling Your House? Mow Your Lawn! (12 Jun 2006) A property that has a well manicured lawn has one of the best chances at showing pride in ownership than any other outdoor technique.
Layer Your Plantings (12 Jun 2006) If you think of your landscape as a stage, you can easily imagine the basics of layout. On a stage, you have a nice background or backdrop in the back. The backdrop is usually large and fills your entire view. In front of the backdrop, you have some smaller items that set the scene. These may be small pieces of furniture. And then in the very front you have your actors…your stars. They take the front and center to get the most attention. So, looking from back to front, you have your backdrop, your accent pieces, and finally your stars.
A Compost Primer (12 Jun 2006) Most gardeners and landscapers will agree almost unanimously that the single best thing you can do for your lawn is to add compost. Good, organic compost can remedy almost any problem you have with your soil. If you soil is too acidic, adding compost will help neutralize it and bring it back to a proper pH level. If your soil is too alkaline, ditto! Adding compost will help balance the alkalinity in the soil. If you live in an area with a lot of heavy clay, adding compost will help loosen and aerate the soil. If you live in a coastal or southern area with a lot of sand, adding compost will help bind it together. Soil lacking nutrients? Add compost to add new life to
overworked soil.
Riding Lawn Mowers (12 Jun 2006) A quick guide on riding lawn mowers and garden tractors, the best solution for your yard.
Colorado Blue Spruce And Lush Red Roses (12 Jun 2006) Lush garden spots with space to sit and chat welcome even the novice gardener to put up his feet and enjoy the sweet aroma of success. Add a restfull view and the setting just gets sweeter.
Roses and Juniper Rock Gardens (12 Jun 2006) Plant your wide circle driveway as if it is a specialty garden all on it's own. Design this garden to welcome folks for a brief respite or a long siesta. Plan garden structures, action, water, and motion into the design of your garden.
Plan Before Buying Rose Bushes (12 Jun 2006) So, you have decided to plant rose bushes in your yard or on your patio, porch or balcony. Now all you have to do is go out and buy some bushes and plant them. Right? Wrong!!
Planting Bare Root Roses (12 Jun 2006) Before planting, the plants must be prepared. The following suggestions will help insure that your roses grow into healthy bushes, trees, etc.
Pruning the Backyard Grapevine (12 Jun 2006) Jim Bruce, of Rist Canyon Vineyards, tells gardeners how to prune their backyard grapevines to balance the vine growth and produce the highest yields of quality fruit.
Bare Root Roses, What To Look For When Buying (12 Jun 2006) Roses, if properly cared for, can last years. Therefore, in order to obtain the most enjoyment from your plants it is a good idea to do your research. Spend some time looking at types, colors, shapes and sizes. Check catalogues, the internet, check out friend's gardens and if possible go to an arboretum or nursery. Look at and smell the roses before buying.
Tips On Caring For Your Cut Flowers (12 Jun 2006) Do you love having a vase of fresh flowers in your home or office but feel frustrated by the fact that they wilt after a couple of days? Here are some tips to help you enjoy your flowers for much longer than you ever thought possible.
Orchid Care - What The Root Tells Us (12 Jun 2006) In orchid care part 4 we turn our attention to the diseases in the roots. For earlier parts see ...
Orchid Care - What The Leaves Tell Us (12 Jun 2006) Orchids like other plants get diseases. Orchids care leaves gives you a way to spot trouble before it turns to disaster.
Orchid Care What The Flower Tells (12 Jun 2006) Orchid Care the flower continues with a look at the what the orchids tell us. When caring for orchids you need to look at this.
Garden Fencing (12 Jun 2006) An overview of garden fencing and some of the different types available.
Laying Out Your Landscape Part Two (12 Jun 2006) Once 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 wooden stakes, some string, an old garden
hose, and some marker paint.
Do You Know About A Bamboo Orchid (12 Jun 2006) This is one of those orchids that you may have seen but not thought about. Learn more about this distinct orchid.
