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Did you know that gardening is one of the oldest hobbies? Plants have, of course, been around since the beginning of mankind. The Hanging Gardens of Babylon are one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, and gardening has long been a leisure activity for the elite. [...] Continue Reading…

Most people don’t think of flowers when they think of cactus plants, but many are great flowering plants that can ad some splash and pizazz to any home or garden. Even the showiest of orchids can be usurped by the beauty of a flowering cactus. The odd mix of harsh plant and beautiful flower really sets it off from other plants and makes for an intriguing look. [...] Continue Reading…

The addition of trees to your landscaping will bring so much life! Trees are essential for shade, cleansing the air, providing wildlife habitat, increase property value and make memories. [...] Continue Reading…

Unless you have a great number of windows, many areas of your home are probably considered low light areas. Generally this is defined as being eight feet or more away from a large window, with no direct light. Many areas of the typical home do not reeive enough natural light. However, you can still grow beautiful houseplants in these areas! There are many plants which will acclimate to low light conditions. They do not require high levels of care, although you should spray them with water occasionally to wash accumulated dust off their leaves. Here are some of the best low-light plants for your home: [...] Continue Reading…

If you will be growing many plants at home, it is likely that many of them will be foliage plants. Although they are not as showy as flowering plants, they are very easy to grow, propagate easily, and can adapt to any environment where you would like to grow them. [...] Continue Reading…

Most of us go to the grocery store to get our produce. By doing a little planning, you will be able to grow your own. There are numerous vegetables to choose from and many gardening tips to help you obtain a fruitful garden. [...] Continue Reading…

Layering is a gardening method which can be used with plants which easily take root when their stems are in contact with the ground. For example, broad-leaved evergreens such as the Rhododendron are a good choice for this method. Layering involves anchoring the stems of plants into the soil by simply bending them over and burying them. This is most successful when done in the spring or summer. To layer plants with long stems, like vines, simply cover the vine with earth at different points. [...] Continue Reading…

If you enjoy woodworking, you would have visited your local DIY store; you have likely noticed some fantastic woodworking plans. . Problem is, there is so many to opt from, how do you decide what to do? Well you can narrow down your options if you decide what season you would like your project to represent . Here are a few suggestions of projects that you may wish to try your hand at for the different seasons. [...] Continue Reading…

A swimming pool can increase the aesthetic value and appeal of your home and garden. This article is concerned with the range of pools available and highlights those which are of the best value. [...] Continue Reading…