Tag: Gardening

Posted on 12/15/2024
The best plants for shade gardens
 If your yard or garden space doesn’t get much sun during...
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Posted on 11/03/2024
How to kill weeds naturally
A common concern for organic gardeners is finding ways to...
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Posted on 10/06/2024
What you should know about planting a wildflower garden
For gardeners who enjoy a natural aesthetic, planting a...
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Posted on 04/28/2024
How to start a neighborhood garden
Community gardens can be a great way to increase urban...
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Posted on 04/07/2024
How to Avoid Landslides on Your Property
While landslides vary in size and severity, avoiding them is an important part of protecting your property. Even if you don't live in a landslide-prone area, there are steps you can take to prevent one from happening in your own backyard. Here are three main ways to prevent landslides: Plant Trees & Shrubs to Strengthen the Ground The...
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Posted on 03/03/2024
Save time with these low-maintenance backyard landscaping ideas
Even for experienced gardeners, it can be easy to spend...
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Posted on 04/23/2023
3 Ways to Protect Your Property from Landslides
Landslides are caused by soil erosion and heavy rainfall. If your property has any slopes, it's important to check for signs of erosion so you can avoid the risk of causing a landslide. Here are three ways you can prevent erosion damage and landslides in your own yard: Plant Densely An abundance of deep-rooted vegetation is the best...
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Posted on 11/27/2022
3 Ways to make your home garden sustainable
If you’re interested in ways to live more sustainably, one of the best places to start is your home garden. There are plenty of sustainable gardening methods that are simple, inexpensive and benefit your garden while reducing your environmental impact. No matter what type or size of garden you have, there are ways you can make it more...
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Posted on 07/31/2022
How to DIY Your Own Patio Herb Garden
Do you dream of growing your own herbs but only have a tiny outdoor space? The good news is that it’s possible to have a thriving herb garden on your small porch or patio. With the right lighting and temperatures, you can grow a plethora of fresh herbs to use in your cooking or other projects. Here we’ll...
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Posted on 11/15/2020
Why You Should Build a Rain Garden & How to Get Started
Photo by InspiredImages via Pixabay Typically made in shallow depressions in the landscape, rain gardens are a great way to beautify your yard and give back to the environment. Since they contain native grasses and perennial flowers, these gardens do not have to cost much — and they are easy to build on your own. To get started,...
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Posted on 02/09/2020
What is a Rain Chain?
Image by Kaitong Yepoon from Shutterstock Rain in its due time is every gardener's dream. Saving and reusing rainwater is a great way to save resources for the garden. One way to collect rainwater and store it for future use is to install a rain chain. A decorative rain chain can be used in place of a downspout...
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