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How to Grow Strawberries From Cuttings
Strawberry propagation is best done during the early spring and summer months. Strawberries are perennial plants that produce fruit during the spring and summer months. They are also cold-hardy plants,…
Annuals and Philadelphus Care
Annuals are a type of plant that only lives for one growing season. An annual is the opposite of a perennial. It lives for one year, sometimes more than one…
Water Fountain Safety Tips
WATER FOUNTAINS There are many places you’ll find water fountains, including: University of Alabama’s campus A hospital in San Francisco that has the highest number of water fountains anywhere in…
Your Chinese Garden Awaits
The first recorded Chinese gardens were created around 1045 B.C., during the Zhou Dynasty. The Zhou Dynasty lasted from 1045 B.C. to 221 B.C., during which time the Chinese garden…
8 Ways To Keep Your Lawn Looking Amazing All Summer Long
1. Mow your lawn regularly The warm summer months of June, July and August are perfect for taking your time on the grass. If you’re new to mowing your lawn…
What is peat moss? Why do you need it in your garden?
Peat moss is the dead material of sphagnum moss. Peat moss is a great add-on to your soil, but sometimes its name sounds a little mysterious. It’s actually the partially…
Removing Garden Weeds with Patience
It’s difficult to get the weeds out of your garden because gardening is supposed to be a relaxing pastime. Removing garden weeds is often a difficult process. Sometimes, the weeds…
An Outdoor Heater is Your Best Friend During the Cold Season
An Outdoor Heater is Your Best Friend During the Cold Season When the winter days hit, an outdoor heater is a blessing. This is very true to those who enjoy…
3 Ways a Gardener Can Save Money
Composting at home Composting is a great way to reduce food waste, but it can also serve as an effective way to save money. Instead of buying expensive fertilizers for…
A Guide to Chinese Garden Plants
This is a list of plants that are well-known in China and often seen in Chinese gardens. The above list isn’t comprehensive, but it does give you a good idea…
step-by-step guide on building your own rock garden
What is a rock garden? A rock garden is a form of landscape architecture that is constructed out of rocks, gravel, or stones. It often incorporates plants that have adapted…
Zen Garden Fertilization
Zen Garden Fertilization You will only need to fertilize your zen garden occasionally. If you have zen garden plants that are growing well and blooming, you likely won’t even need…