Most people prefer not to be overlooked while in their backyard, but privacy is often hard to find in densely populated towns and cities. However, it is possible to use screening trees to provide you with the solitude you need and add a touch of sophistication to even the smallest space. If you’re considering ways [...]
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This post brought to you by Scotts Miracle-Gro. All opinions are 100% mine. As it grows warmer, I am reminded that we really need to start working on our yard. This year we want to concentrate on making our beds look nicer so we have more curb appeal. I'll be honest, I do not have [...]
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This post brought to you by Miracle-Gro. All opinions are 100% mine. Rooftop Gardening When my husband and I lived in an apartment building, our neighbors had a beautiful rooftop garden that they tended to nearly year-round. We never got around to doing it when we lived there, but I have always wanted to learn [...]
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The worst of summer heat is slowly subsiding. While you are happy with the thought of feeling cooler air on your skin, you have probably not given much thought to your lawn – thinking that the grass grows more slowly during this season. However, with the cooler temperatures and occasional rainfall that autumn brings, it [...]
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When the days start to get shorter and summer starts to turn to autumn, you could be forgiven for thinking that your days in the garden are coming to an end for another season. However, there are still things you can do! Late summer harvest If you’ve spent the summer growing summer vegetables and fruits, [...]
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Buying your first home can be exciting, but the process of learning to maintain your home and its yard can be a bit overwhelming. If you are new to home-ownership, you might not know what basic items you need to maintain your yard. Here are ten of the most important landscaping tools. 1. Lawn Mower [...]
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Curb appeal is one of the most important factors of your home, especially if you are trying to sell it. The first glance of your home can sway a buyer from checking out your property to moving on. And if you’re not in the market to sell, curb appeal is still a great asset, as [...]
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Butterflies are probably one of the few insects that most people don’t mind having around. Butterfly gardens are increasing in popularity as something people are doing in an effort to attract butterflies to their home. It can be a lot of fun to create a pretty space in your garden and to watch and see [...]
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Gardens are a fantastic addition to any home or business property, but there are a few tricks when it comes to creating an eye-catching garden that every landscaper should know. Garden design is the key to making a sustainable and beautiful garden that will visually stimulate you all spring long, and well into the summer [...]
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Want to give your home a cost effective face lift? Just follow these inexpensive steps to enhance the curb appeal of your house. Power Wash Over time, weather and wear on your home creates a buildup of dirt, pollen, and water stains. Power washing is a simple way to give your house a bath. Wash [...]
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