Summary: Before any planting of the landscape is done it should determined if any grading of the property or landscape site is required. If the ground is uneven and grading must be done, this is the next step. So what are the steps for grading landscape? The accompanying sketch indicates how a grade can be … Read more
Lemongrass is a beautiful garden plant and tasty addition to your kitchen. You can grow and take care of it in a bed or a container. Because it (Cymbopogon nardus the botanical name) comes from Southeast Asia where it is hot and humid, it does well in most sunny garden settings (zone 9+) and makes … Read more
When we speak of fire pit covers, we are talking about two different types of accessories. These are not referring to the spark screen covers or safety screens made of stainless steel mesh material. But the copper fire pit or metal fire pit snuffer covers or fire pit lids coated with a heat-resistant paint and … Read more
For many the Peony flower reaches the pinnacle of flowers, but how to plant peonies for many comes as a challenge. In this article you’ll hear from two experts passionate about growing peonies and the differences in growing a tree peony. Question: I’ve tried to plant peony with little success so far and would like … Read more
When growing roses, one glance at the perfect form, good color, large size, strong stems, and healthy foliage at a Rose show convinces many visitors that “this grower” really knows how to grow roses. The truth is, each grower’s method of caring for their rose plants is as interesting as it is different. In this … Read more
Lemon is perhaps one of the most versatile fruits known today. Chances are, you are using freshly squeezed lemon juice for at least one DIY project in your home. However, you are actually missing out on a lot by throwing lemon peels away. Just like the juice, lemon peels, orange peels and rinds of other … Read more
Summary: Drainage problems on small properties often are tied to structural issues and not water-logged soil resulting from sub-surface conditions. Question: Our last house had all kinds of drainage problems and water-logged soil. Our new home and property is smaller (downsizing) what are some things we can look out for and work on to prevent … Read more
The wheel barrow is a valuable tool for use the in garden for hauling things around. Here’s a round up of creative uses for wheel barrows you probably never considered. 1. The Pay Off A neighbor owed a guy $288.66 for vet bills after his Great Dane attacked his dog. This was how he paid … Read more
Water features in the garden are beautiful as well as calming and peaceful. Including a fountain in your garden landscape is one of the best ways of adding a little beauty to your yard and attracting butterflies and birds. If you have been dreaming of making your own garden fountain, now is the time to … Read more
Pieris (Andromeda)Common Name: Lily-of-the-valley-shrub The Andromeda are of unusual charm because of both the foliage and flowers. The most attractive one is Pieris japonica, commonly refered to as the the Japanese Andromeda. It has deep green, leathery foliage becoming reddish and bronzy in Winter. The flowers are white, bell-shaped, produced in drooping terminal clusters (panicles … Read more