Gardening & Landscaping

A koi pond requires space, a financial investment and regular care and maintenance.  If done correctly, a koi pond adds beauty and ambiance to your outdoor living space.

Fall is here and it's time to start planting spring bulbs. One of the most rewarding kind of bulb to grow is the tulip. They bloom early, and with proper bulb selection, will continue...

A garden path adds interest to the garden. The path can lead people where you want them to go in your garden, past focal points and around to secret spots in the garden that delight...

There are several varieties of plants and trees that can grow in even the darkest areas of your home or business. Here are some suggestions for VERY low light areas and low light...

Dozens of kinds of water features for you backyard garden are available. We will start with how to build the simplest and least expensive water feature that will bring you compliments...

Plywood is made for so many different purposes. Most of us think of plywood as one type of lumber, but it is, indeed, many different kinds of laminates made for many purposes....

Growing an avocado tree is a simple and fun project, one that both you and your children will have fun doing. Although a tree grown from a pit may reach fifteen feet, it will rarely...

Most people kill their plants by over watering them. This article will discuss how to determine the watering needs of a plant; how to recognize when a plant is over watered and...

To make the most of what we buy and improve the condition of the planet is important to nearly everyone. As a result, it is almost always better to reuse something or recycle it...

Every month has been assigned a birth flower. To find your birth month flower and its meaning, check the list below.

Ahhh...At last, you've finally completed your pre-barbecue tasks for the upcoming holiday. You bought enough meat to feed a small country. The buns are fresh and the propane tank...

Many gardeners focus on building their garden to a peak in midsummer, leaving a boring, bare garden in the winter. It's easy to forget about the winter with the excitement and...

The cheap and easy way to enjoy year round garden colour!

Looking to repair those unsightly bald or brown spots in your otherwise beautiful green lawn? If you've attempted to patch a small area of your grass in the past, you probably...

Although my business is growing and selling flowers for fresh cut bouquets for the lovely folks of Germantown and Westminster Maryland, my customers frequently ask me a wide...

Add pale coloured blooms to your garden, and see them glow in the moonlight.

This article will show you how to force bulbs to bloom when you want them to rather than when they usually bloom.

This article will show you how to care for and propagate Christmas Cactus, and, as a bonus, how to put together a beautiful Christmas Cactus gift basket to give as a present....

Okay, so those little flowers you planted in the spring have evolved into the most beautiful and eye-catching floral display in the neighborhood. And just as you finally begin...

Many gardeners love growing plants from seed, and it's very rewarding, but they also love buying plants. Maybe you only want one or two, or don't have the space to raise seedlings...

Gardening is often a labor of love. For the true gardener considering nurturing clematis from seed to bloom, it is essential to properly collect the seeds. Follow these instructions...

Wasps are not insects you mess with even if you do not have an allergy. If you have a nest close to your home and family, you should get rid of the wasps and their nest as soon...

Spring is the season for renewal and growth. For a quick spruce-up for your home patio or deck, consider making a hanging flower basket. One trip to the garden section, fifteen...

Read and research the topic of water gardening before attempting to build your own backyard garden pond. This will ensure that you will cut down on costly mistakes that can increase...

One of the greatest joys of owning your own home is the yard that comes with it. It’s your land to enjoy however you see fit--growing a garden, putting in a pool, mowing crop...

The Daylily is a perennial plant that will thrive year after year with little or no care. Although this plant is in the genus of the Hemerocallis family, it is not a lily. The...

The toxin that causes your skin’s reaction to contact with poison ivy can be rinsed off with rubbing alcohol. You must rinse it off before the skin reacts.

Here's how to stop cats from digging in your flower beds and leaving "presents" for you to find.

Trees don't always grow where we want them to. Here's a guide to help you successfully transplant a young tree.

Tips for planning a professional garden makeover. Read this before you start sketching your garden design.

Sketch a garden design in five easy steps. Get some crayons ready as we put ideas to paper for your new garden makeover.

Replanting shrubbery not only utilizes your existing plants, but it saves you from having to spend money on any new plants as well. So here are a few tips to help you successfully...

Hummingbird nectar provides you with an easy way to attract those small yet speedy birds to your house. Once you've seen their bright colors, fluttering wings, and curious look,...

Rats are everywhere, and many people are hesitant about making compost at home because they believe it will attract rats to their garden. But following a few simple rules will...

Gardening science fair projects can be both fun and educational for children – especially for those who may have no experience with growing plants. There are endless possibilities...

Gardening is a wonderful introduction to science and nature. If you are looking for a special way to spend time with a child in your life, think about planning a garden for kids....

Growing plants in the classroom is an excellent way to get students excited about science!

Waste coffee grounds are an ideal source of free plant food for your garden. Toss them onto the compost heap, rather than in the trash.

Growing your own coffee at home can have a number of benefits. First is the free coffee angle. A mature plant can produce as much as two to four pounds of coffee per year. Second,...

Why throw your grounds away when they can be used around the house, every day? Here are the top 10 uses for used coffee grounds.

Gardening and plant care is one of the best life science or biology projects you can use in your classroom. Here are some tips for finding and getting grants to finance your gardening...

Gardeners love buying plants, but how do you make sure that you're buying good quality plants? And how do you take care of plants that arrive through the mail?

Simple plants to grow with your children. The easier they are to grow the more involved the children will become.

The steps to getting you and your class a world class garden in no time!

This article teaches how to grow Catnip from seed. It also explains how and when to harvest Catnip, and how to dry Catnip leaves.

If you've got itchy green fingers in the middle of winter, or you want to introduce your kids to the joys of growing your own food, then growing mustard and cress is a fun and...

If you have a comfrey plant in your garden, then you can turn it into a liquid feed for tomatoes and other fruiting plants for free.

The fence suitable for you depends solely upon your personal needs. This article explains the key factors to consider, and provides details of which types of fence are appropriate...

Sunflowers are a backyard favorite to home gardeners. They are easy to grow, produce huge beautiful flowers, require no maintenance, and best of all provide a delicious snack!...

This article informs the reader of the benefits of planting sod, and gives them detailed, step by step instructions on how to plant a lawn from sod.