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Your home’s landscape and garden are yours to design. A beautiful landscape enhances both the value of your property and the quality of your life. Our experts open a huge range of possibilities for improving and enhancing your landscape. We show you ideas for landscape design, tips and tricks for the do-it-yourself landscapers.

Our experts provide guidance on almost any landscaping project you want to try. We have complete sections on gardening fundamentals, weed & disease control, and hardscape projects like walkways, walls and fences. The Gardening Fundamentals section includes useful articles on organic gardening, composting, tree planting and plant maintenance.

Check our Lawns and Ground Cover section for a wealth of information on how to grow and maintain a beautiful lawn. Here our articles guide you through everything from soil analysis, sprinkler systems and lawn maintenance equipment to planting grass seed or laying sod. Would you like to eliminate your grass? Check our article on artificial turf for the lowdown on what products are available and where they can be used.

Our Patios & Decks link shows you articles that address everything from patio design and installation to selection of patio furniture and how to care for it. We have instructions for building outdoor structures from built-in barbeques to gazebos and arbors.

We have numerous articles addressing specific projects like plant selection and placement, landscape lighting and swimming pool landscaping.

Explore our Tools & Materials section for tips on the best equipment for your landscape project as well as suggestions for the maintenance and tool storage. The Tools & Materials section expands to include tools for farms as well as gardens. We also spotlight landscape resources like landscape design software, landscape contractors and landscape architects. After reading an article, please rate it so that we can share your evaluation with others.

How To Avoid Mice Taking Bait Without Springing Trap

 
 
 
 
 
November 28, 2009
There are basically two foods no mouse can resist: peanut butter and chocolate. If you want a mouse trap no mice will escape from, start right there with the bait.

How To Avoid Poison Sumac

 
 
 
 
 
November 27, 2009
Poison Sumac is comparable to poison ivy because it leaves an itchy rash. It can be avoided, if early precautions are taken.

How To Make a Garden Candle

 
 
 
 
 
November 27, 2009
Garden candles are lovely accents that create a wonderful outdoor atmosphere for late afternoon or evening. There are several ways to make a garden candle.

How To Aerate a Lawn

 
 
 
 
 
November 27, 2009
When soil gets compacted, grass gets choked so that it can't absorb the water and fertilizer you are feeding it. Luckily, there are many ways to aerate your lawn.

How To Aerate Compost

 
 
 
 
 
November 27, 2009
Depending on the size of the compost pile, material can be aerated manually. Or, if you want to aerate compost in a large pile, with a mechanical compost aeration tumbler.

How To Find Lawn Care Supplies

 
 
 
 
 
November 23, 2009
A very important part of lawn care would be the supplies. Here are some tips to help you find the lawn care supplies that you'd need.

How To Grow Climbing Hydrangea Vine

 
 
 
 
 
November 22, 2009
A good view provides healing effects on one’s soul and relieves one from stress. The climbing hydrangea is a great way to have such beauty at very minimal effort.

How To Acid-Wash a Swimming Pool

 
 
 
 
 
November 20, 2009
Choosing to acid-wash your swimming pool is beneficial if your pool is stained and has lost its natural sparkle and shine.

How To Add Gas to Lawn Mowers

 
 
 
 
 
November 19, 2009
There are several key points to know when adding gas to lawn mowers in order to protect your engine from burning out and for operating your mower at peak efficiency.

How To Make a Garden Arch

 
 
 
 
 
November 17, 2009
Not only is a garden arch easy to construct, but to do it yourself means you get to pick the exact material, size, and the design you want.

How To Do Desert Landscaping

 
 
 
 
 
November 17, 2009
Water usage and sunlight are just a few of the things to consider when planning to do desert landscaping.

How To Adjust Soil pH

 
 
 
 
 
November 17, 2009
The first factor in determining what will need to be done to adjust your pH balance is what plant or plants are going to be going in the area where you adjust the pH.

How To Perform a Soil Analysis

 
 
 
 
 
November 17, 2009
For professional agriculturists, home gardeners and even building contractors, soil analysis is a crucial task in order to assess just how suitable the soil is for your needs.

How To Kill Cockroaches

 
 
 
 
 
November 17, 2009
Getting rid of roaches doesn't have to be expensive. There are a number of ways to kill roaches at home for less money.

How To Make Flower Arrangements Using Orchids

 
 
 
 
 
November 16, 2009
Due to the orchids’ unique and interesting characteristics, they can make charming floral arrangements appear more stunning and elegant.

How To Install Artificial Grass

 
 
 
 
 
November 16, 2009
Aside from its low maintenance costs, artificial grass does not require daily watering, so that people are starting to consider artificial grass for their turf.

How To Keep Plants Alive

 
 
 
 
 
November 15, 2009
A healthy plant is a cheerful addition to any home. There are just a few simple things for to remember to keep plants alive and thriving.

How To Add Medicinal Plants to Your Garden

 
 
 
 
 
November 15, 2009
When planning your next garden, why not consider reserving a space for some healing medicinal plants?

How To Add Ambiance Lighting to Your Backyard

 
 
 
 
 
November 15, 2009
Adorning your backyard with attractive ambiance lighting pieces will add beauty to your home. Learn how to add ambiance lighting to your backyard.

How To Maintain Roses

 
 
 
 
 
November 15, 2009
Roses are fairly low-maintenance plants, although they do require some care if you expect to enjoy years of beautiful and healthy blooms.
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