Category Archives: Plans
Plant Now for Winter Garden Vegetables
With the right combination of timing, vegetables and care, you can cultivate your own winter garden that will produce in the colder months. To enjoy fresh grown veggies this winter, you should begin planting now. According to experts, the term … Continue reading
Make Your Own Garden Compost
At an average cost of $7 per 10 gallons, compost can be expensive to buy, but you can easily make your own for free. Whether you choose to contain the compost in a bin or let it pile up in … Continue reading
The Basics of Tree Trimming
There is nothing like a home that features beautiful trees in the yard. But trees can harm a home if they’re not properly cared for. Whether you’re a do-it-your-selfer or a homeowner who hires contractors, knowing how to keep your … Continue reading
Wear Protective Clothing When Using Lawn Power Tools
Ah, the fresh smell of cut grass in the summer! As you head outdoors to cut, trim, and tend your lawn, you may be thinking of wearing lightweight clothes as you work in the sun, but if you’re planning to … Continue reading
Quick, Easy Lawnmower Care
Knowing when to mow your lawn can set the pace for healthy growth, but lawnmower maintenance can help your lawn make the cut. With just a few steps, you can take care of your most important lawn maintenance tool before … Continue reading
Charcoal Grill Safety for Summer
With summer fast approaching, you and all your friends will probably be taking part in the great American tradition of barbequing. But you want to be safe, don’t you? There are an estimated 600 barbeque related fires a year, according … Continue reading
Learning Tips for the Novice Gardener
Looking for a way to infuse some color and life into your new home? As a novice homeowner, you may find doing your own gardening is a great alternative to hiring expensive landscapers. Gardening can yield a lot of fruit … Continue reading
Choosing the Right Landscaper Is Key to Your Project’s Success
You’ve made the decision to do an extensive overhaul of your yard. Maybe you are preparing to sell your home, or perhaps you’ve undertaken a major remodeling and want to bring your landscape design in line with your new vision. … Continue reading
Five Ways to a ‘Greener Lawn’ and Garden
Just because the gardens in the front and backyard of your home look green doesn’t mean they are environmentally sound. According to experts, typical homeowners are unaware that they usually apply seven times more chemicals per acre to their gardens … Continue reading
Careful Landscape Planning Yields Big Payoffs
Everyone wants a home and yard that is the envy of the neighbors. At the same time, most homeowners want to make smart investments in their landscaping that adds value to their property and get the best price when it … Continue reading