Why Garden Organically?
1. With organic gardening, fewer pesticides and chemical fertilizers are released into the environment, and humans are not exposed to potentially toxic chemicals. 2. Organic gardens reduce chemical runoff. Two…
Some of the Most Powerful Medicinal Plants
Ginger In many Asian countries, ginger is part of a daily diet. It is used because the medicinal power of ginger can cure many diseases. The ginger root has remedial…
More Medicinal Plants
Tea Tree – This is a very popular herbal remedy. Tea-tree oil has antibacterial, antifungal, and antiviral properties. This oil can be used to help treat infections in the nail,…
Should I Rake My Leaves?
In recent years, the environmental impacts of raking have become increasingly well known. Yard debris accounts for 13% of the nation’s solid waste! Every fall re-introduces many seasonal favorites that…
Winter is Near!
How do you add texture, color, and beauty to your yard during the winter? With careful planning during spring, summer, and fall and adding a few easy accents during winter,…
Grass Varieties
Are you looking for a new lawn? Whether you decide on seed or sod, there are a few things to consider when choosing which type of grass. You should consider…
What is the difference between hardscaping and softscaping?
Hardscape and softscape are two distinct forms of landscaping. Both are equally important in terms of property beautification, and finding the right balance between the two is the key to…
Tips to Prep Your Yard for Winter
Just because snow is coming does not mean that you should abandon your yard until the thaw of spring. If the snow has not yet come, here is what you…
Want a Beautiful Garden?
It’s never too early to start planning for next year. Here are some things to start thinking about while you are planning your gardens. 1. Budget This should be the…
What Should I Plant Together?
*Add early spring color by mixing yellow flowers of Little Gem combine beautifully with blue Chionodoxa. *Use roses generously, a bright pink shrub rose is a good partner to Iris.…