Underground Sprinkler
When maintenance becomes too burdensome, gardening ceases to be a pleasure. My idea of the straw that breaks the camel’s back is a businessman who comes home tired after a
Irrigation
How We Fought The Drought
It is raining this morning as I write this—a light, gentle sprinkle that began sometime after midnight. The wind is carrying the rain through the screen onto my floor, but
Save Rain Water For Your Lawn
Thousands of additional gallons of valuable rainwater can be easily and economically spread on your lawn each year. Here is a method you may use to build a new home
Seeding A Brand New Lawn: A Guide?
Lawns, like buildings, must be constructed with a good foundation to withstand time and remain in good condition. Materials to start a good lawn include 6” to 12” inches of
Garden Hose Sprinklers And The Backyard: Tips For Efficient Watering?
You hear a lot about “chain reaction” these days. But, believe it or not, the rain here this noon is affecting you, whether you are living in Maine, Florida, or
Water-Saving But Effective Watering Techniques?
When I read about people who let the hose run all night, I feel like saying, “There isn’t that much water in the world.” It is a sure thing that
Rain When You Want It
Sprinkler systems for lawns and gardens had come a long way since a generation ago when they were afforded only by the very rich. In many parts of the land
When Plants Needs Umbrellas
Bottomless buckets, rusty cans, and decrepit bushel baskets become commodities of value when plants need umbrellas. I once used (with much success) an old bushel basket to shade a white
Watering Keeps the Sparkle in Summer Gardens
Do spring’s incessant showers bewitch you into thinking that midsummer will be just as kind to your garden? For most climates, drought in varying degrees of severity is a certainty