Category Archives: Gardening

Ten Easy Flowers for Your Cutting Garden

So you are contemplating planting a cutting garden. The idea of a cutting garden reminds me of the waves of breathtaking springtime wildflowers along the highways in the Hill Country of central Texas. I’m sure every area of this amazing … Continue reading

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Making Your Yard Greener…Environmentally Speaking

A truly green yard is the one that is doing its part for the environment. Environmentally friendly practices like xeriscaping and composting can save you a measurable amount of money, as well as adding the satisfaction of knowing you’re doing your part … Continue reading

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Special Branches – 5 of the World’s Strangest Tree Species

We’re often amazed by the natural world; by the antics and rituals of bizarre and fascinating creatures both on land and in water or by the rarity and beauty of spectacular plants and flowers. How often, though, do we stop … Continue reading

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Top Ten Tips to Maintain Your Garden This Spring

During the growing season garden maintenance is essential to keep it in good condition. Many gardeners undertake these tasks themselves, but others prefer or find they need to employ landscape contractors specialising in landscape maintenance.  Here are ten top tips … Continue reading

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Novelty Uses For Your Garden Shed!

Sheds are fine things, mighty structures that become sanctuary offering castles to their owners. To be permitted into the shed of a friend is marginally above being a god parent to their first born and just below marrying their sister … Continue reading

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Adding a Pond to Your Garden and Why it’s Aesthetically Appealing

If you’re considering adding a pond to your outdoor garden area it’s a great idea. Implementing a water pond is not only aesthetically appealing; it’s relaxing and a great asset to your yard area. Plus it will increase the value … Continue reading

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Choosing Native Plants for Your Climate

Homeowners who wish to design their own landscape setting, must take into consideration the importance of placing native plants into their yard or garden. When non-native plants are introduced into new areas, it can cause deterioration of coastlines and cause … Continue reading

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