Stakes are especially useful when a trunk is frail, or if a tree is in a particularly windy area. If you are planting a new tree, a great idea is to use stakes to support the trunk. There are two types of stakes: metal or wood. Both will get the job done, you just have [...]
April 17, 2011 – 11:57 am
If you are preparing your lawn for grass, you need to make sure you have done everything you can to ensure that you will have healthy and prosperous green grass! Start with the next couple of tips: 1) Make sure there are no utility lines where you plan on digging. This is an important step [...]
Who does not love butterflies? Butterflies are a beautiful addition to anyone’s garden. If you are interested in attracting butterflies to your backyard, you are in luck! There are a variety of ways to attract a variety of butterflies! One way to attract butterflies is through planting certain types of plants and flowers. Certain plants [...]
Now that we are officially in spring, you are probably excitedly planning all of the flowers, vegetables, and herbs you will be planting soon! Unfortunately, there are other plans you have to be making… pest control! Slugs and snails are horrible pests. They are known to tear up and devour any plants from annuals to [...]
If you are looking towards creating an outdoor pond or a water garden, you are going to need to purchase a pond pump. Pumps serve as a vital organ to the pond, without it you can not expect your pond to be healthy. The main job of a pump is to circulate water throughout the [...]
February 24, 2011 – 9:51 pm
If you are thinking about growing herbs this gardening season, there is one important tip that you need to know: herbs should be grown separately from vegetables or flowers. Herbs need to go into their own pots, like the Panterra Flower Pot Planters, shown to the right. Herbs such as mints, lemon balm, and oregano [...]
February 18, 2011 – 6:30 pm
Are you planning on growing your own vegetables and herbs? If so, now is a great time to start planning your garden! Nothing is more delicious or rewarding than growing your own salad fixings! You do not even need a large garden space, so this is perfect for everyone no matter what size yard you [...]
December 18, 2010 – 5:00 pm
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November 4, 2010 – 6:16 pm
Yesterday we discussed the basic needs of Koi fish winter care and the specifics about pond icing which is generic to all fish. Now we will discuss the specifics about water temperature stabilization and feeding. Keeping the water temperature stable: Some recommend that the pond depth be at least 4 feet although we do not [...]
November 2, 2010 – 5:41 pm
Two methods of Koi fish winter care. One is to take the Koi inside for the winter. This can be more than some people can or are willing to do. The other is to leave your in the pond for the winter. This is acceptable if proper care is maintained. We will focus on the [...]
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