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8 Perennial Flowers You Should Grow in Your Garden
Black-Eyed Susan The black-eyed Susan, or Rudbeckia hirta, is a flower that has a long flowering season in the summer and autumn. It is native to the US and Canada,…
Here’s What To Do When Your Soil Becomes Waterlogged
What to do when your soil becomes waterlogged What to do when your soil becomes waterlogged Okay, so you’ve diagnosed the problem. Now what? Don’t fret. Here are some things…
How to get your plants back to life
WHAT IS PEATMOSS? Peatmoss is a dried out material that comes from decomposed moss. It is not a fertilizer but rather an amendment. Peatmoss helps your plants grow in different…
An Introduction to Hydroponics
What is hydroponics? Hydroponics is a method of growing plants without soil. Think of it as a hi-tech, advanced way to grow your indoor garden. This system involves growing plants…
Is it time to update your roof? A blog about roofing.
Are there missing shingles? If you’ve noticed any shingles missing from your roof, then it’s time to get them replaced. If the area of your roof that is missing shingles…
Solar Shed Lights – The New Way to Light Your Shed – Is it Right for Me? Here’s What You Need to Know
Solar shed lighting is a cost efficient and environmentally friendly way to enhance the appearance of your shed. Everyone wants their shed to be well lit. Whether for navigating in…
Five Gnome Myths Debunked
Myth #1: Gnome is an anagram of go men As you read through this blog, you may come across some references to “go men”. This is because, although gnome and…
10 Tips For Your First Flower Pot
Select the right pot. Selecting the right pot is a very important first step. A good rule of thumb is to choose a pot that is an inch or two…
3 Steps To The Perfect Backyard Fence
Determine your needs Determine your needs. What are you trying to accomplish with a backyard fence? Is it to keep the kids and dog in? Do you need to keep…
What are the Benefits of Fence Post Caps? 3 Surprising Ways They Make Your Backyard Look Awesome
1. Fence Post Caps Make Your Posts Last Longer When you protect the top of a post from moisture, insects and UV damage, it will last longer. Wood fence posts…
Best topsoil for your yard in 2019
For dry soils: OMRI-listed Espoma Organic Topsoil If you live in a dry area, this organic topsoil is the best choice for your yard. It has all-natural ingredients: composted pine…
5 Tips For What To Put In A Storage Shed
Storage shed solutions For the past few months, I’ve been trying to navigate this subject of storage sheds. It’s a topic that’s been talked about for ages, but I could…