Dont Roll that Lawn (19 Jan 2006) Rolling the lawn is bad for your grass; it compacts the soil and compacted soil is bad for grass roots...
Dream Yard (19 Jan 2006) Do you ever dream about what your yard could look like some day? As you look through garden catalogs filled with beautiful trees, shrubs, flowers and pictures of beautifully landscaped yards--complete with ponds and garden sculptures--the choices seem endless. Before ordering hundreds of plants or giving up because you cannot decide what you really want, here are a few things to consider.
Drying Roses (19 Jan 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.
Durable Wooden Swing - Decorate Your Outdoors with One (19 Jan 2006) There is nothing better to do on a hot, lazy afternoon than to lounge in your favorite outdoor swing while reading, napping or just watching the world pass by.
Early Spring Garden Guide: What To Do In The Yard And Garden Now (19 Jan 2006) The song birds are back, and the buds on trees and shrubs are
swelling. The snowdrops and crocuses are blooming - and everybody has spring fever. This is an exciting time of the year and the busiest of the garden calendar. Here's how to get the jump on spring in the yard and in the flower garden.
Easter Lilies, and the Number One Gardening Question Right Now (19 Jan 2006) Everybody asks about Easter lilies! Can they go outside; can I plant them in my garden? And to this I reply, "Why not?" Like other bulbs, there are two options if you plant your leftover Easter lily bulbs - either they will live and flower for many years (it is perfectly hardy into zone 4) or they will immediately die. If you don't plant the bulb, it will definitely die. So you have nothing to lose by planting.
Easy Care Of Phalaenopsis (19 Jan 2006) Moth orchids are actually phalaenopsis orchids. These are probably the most common of all the orchid plants. They last for years with the proper care. Look through this article to be sure your orchid will last for years.
Easy Fall Propagation Techniques (19 Jan 2006) Fall doesn't have to be the end of the growing season for gardeners. It's a great time to root some cuttings for next year's garden. This article provides easy to follow instructions on rooting cuttings from your own backyard plants.
Easy Hypertufa Planters (19 Jan 2006) How to - A short article on making your own 'Tufa planters.
Easy Pond and Water Garden Construction (19 Jan 2006) Sure you have to dig a hole, wheelbarrow dirt, lug rocks around all day...but other than that, building a beautiful water garden and waterfall is easy!
Easy Steps to Composting (19 Jan 2006) Want to know how to start gardening? Confused where to start? Let Fran help you with easy to follow tips and advice. This article tackles the subject of compost and explains step-by-step the do's and don'ts!
Easy to Grow Roses (19 Jan 2006) Roses are wonderful in every garden. Here is some inside information on some fairly easy to grow members of this flower family...
Ecological Landscape Design and Organic Lawn Care (19 Jan 2006) There is a growing recognition, that the expanding suburban landscape is having a negative environmental impact. Trends toward ecological landscaping and organic lawn care are lessening the detrimental effects of these designs. Many landscape designers are recommending native plant species, and even golf course managers are moving toward organic methods.
Edible Flowers in Your Garden (19 Jan 2006) Flowers can be an integral part of cooking. While most of us are aware that violets can be candied and nasturtiums can be eaten in salads, there
Energy Saving Headlights for Garden Tractors (19 Jan 2006) Can we develop a lighting system for the average garden tractor to save energy, one which would not draw juice from the battery or alternator? We all know how bumpy it is to ride on a ride-on lawnmower.
Enhance Your Garden with Beautiful Edging (19 Jan 2006) Edging around your garden can enhance its appearance much as a frame does a picture. This article offers some creative ideas to frame your garden and offers resources to find more gardening ideas.
Enjoy Creating and Growing a Sustainable Garden While Feeding Your Family (19 Jan 2006) Wouldn't you like to grow healthy and delicious fruits and vegetables, while improving your land and the surrounding environment? And if you could enjoy the process and have the best garden in your community, is it worth the effort? This is how, and best of all, it's really quite simple! Check it out.
Enjoy Rose Gardening (19 Jan 2006) The rose. It has been the subject of many a poem, prose and song. It has been one of the many symbols of beauty, love and female sexuality. It has warmed and won hearts all over...
