Yes, we all know those people – the people who have enormous greenhouses and pick their first tomato before Easter. Not all of us can accomplish such feats, but the good news is, there are easy ways to plan your vegetable garden without getting overwhelmed before you even start. Here are some tips and ideas.
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A garden can be a sanctuary for humans and animals alike. You can make your garden into a habitat for wildlife in your area, and enjoy viewing your animal visitors all year round.
Like all of us, animals need food, water, and shelter. If you provide these, animals will move in. Here are some tips for getting wildlife to make your garden the habitat of choice. Read the rest of this entry
As you watch the sunlight nourish and grow your garden plants, why not watch it power a fountain or lights as well? Many gardens are in sunny locations or at least have a sunny spot, and you can add some lovely water features to your garden by harnessing this bright source of power. Here are some ideas for specific water features for your garden, and tips on installing them.
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You may have heard about the benefits and advantages of having a rain barrel, but perhaps you were deterred by the idea of an unsightly plastic barrel in your garden. There are attractive rain barrels available that will look good in your garden, and even enhance it. Let’s take a look at some of the materials that rain barrels are made from, and what variety would look good in your garden. Then we’ll look at the some of the advantages of having a rain barrel.
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While gardening itself is a “green” activity, there are ways to make it an even more eco-friendly experience. Sometimes, gardening deviates from the natural and enters the realm of the harmful. For example, some gardeners use chemical fertilizers without even realizing it, and weed killers and pesticides can be a part of even the smallest garden. So here are some tips to make your gardening ventures greener.
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