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Solar Powered Hanging Bird Bath Winter Benefits

October 18, 2009 – 12:42 pm

This winter, if you are leaving water out for the birds – there are a number of options available to you depending on the area of the country that you live in.
If the weather gets cold (30-50 degrees), just moving the water on a continuous basis will eliminate the opportunity for freezing and also limit [...]

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Controlling Indoor Insects Safely

October 11, 2009 – 1:42 pm

Recently, my oldest daughter was bit by an unknown insect. To make a long story short, it was a nasty experience of triple antibiotic concoctions and alot of pain. This prompted me to find a good household insect control product that could be used safely around children and pets.
Bonide Household Insect Control is intended to [...]

Pond Placement – Getting Started

September 5, 2009 – 2:31 pm

Planning right from the start is very important with ponds.
Before you fetch a shovel it’s important to have a clear plan.Â How big will the pond be? Are you going to keep fish in the pond? Are there any safety issues to consider? What pond equipment do you need to buy?Â
We have an easy-to-use PondVolume [...]

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How to Take Care of Your Pond in the Fall

September 2, 2009 – 12:00 am

Your pond and pond fish will need special care in the fall to help them both stay healthy and thrive, especially if you live in a colder climate. By taking care of your pond and pond fish in the fall, you can extend the life of your pond and make spring clean up much easier. [...]

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Flowers that are Perfect for Planting in the Fall

August 31, 2009 – 12:00 am

Fall is quickly approaching and you can extend the life of your garden by planting some colorful fall flowers now until the early fall. Fall flowers will last in your garden throughout the fall season until the temperature drops and the snow falls. You won’t be disappointed with the results and you will get more [...]

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Essential Pruning Tools for Any Home Owner

August 27, 2009 – 12:00 am

Throughout the year your plants and trees need to be pruned, so having the right tools is very important. Pruning dead leaves and branches from your plants, shrubs, and trees is essential for the health and appearance of your greenery. Every homeowner should have the right tools to prune safely and correctly. For small pruning [...]

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Getting Rid of Weeds in Your Lawn

August 26, 2009 – 12:00 am

Lawn weeds can detract from the beauty and feel of your lawn and removing these troublesome plants can be a difficult, but with the right tools you can prevent the weeds from taking over your lawn. When taking on this task, it is important to evaluate your lawn first before starting treatment. Weed prevention is [...]

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Using a Composter for Your Vegetable Garden

August 21, 2009 – 12:00 am

A composter provides you with an environmentally-friendly and economical way to fertilize your vegetable garden. In addition to being environmentally-friendly and economical, a composter is a great opportunity to use only organic materials to fertilize your garden. To start off composting, choose an area for your composter that is close to the garden, since you [...]

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Choosing a Location for Your Pond

August 18, 2009 – 12:00 am

When choosing a location for your pond, it is important to determine first the design of the pond that you will like to have and where you would like to place it. Consider the following items before you begin working on your pond:

The area in your yard where you would like to place the pond [...]

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Holy HiBiscus Batman! A Tropical Plant Grows in zone 5

August 15, 2009 – 12:00 am

I saw this Hibiscus for sale outside my local grocery store. At that time, it did not have any flowers blooming. However, it looked pretty durable. And it was cheap- so in the cart it went.
After a few days, my pretty plant started to bloom like gangbusters. Can’t even help itself. Big, red, tropical blossoms [...]

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