Planting or growing palm trees on your property offers myriad benefits, most notably a tropical landscape look, and the fact that they improve air humidity. But since most palm tree species require a fair bit of expertise to grow from seed, and over 70 days to just sprout, you’re probably wondering how much does a …
There are over a 1000 species of known bamboo species in the world, where some are remarkable giants that protrude roughly 100-feet in the air, and others shrub-like plants growing only a few feet tall. Then there’s lucky bamboo — a plant that looks like true bamboo, but is also called Dracaena or Dracaena Sanderiana, …
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Slightly sloping ground is an advantage, for it can make a garden more interesting than if it were perfectly flat. Steep natural hillsides, however, as well as steep banks cut into the ground by the builder when levelling the site for the house, present a problem which involves thought, labor and, often, expensive construction. Some …
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The pleasure of picking flowers as and when you like, far outweighs any extra trouble in growing them. Flowers grown in your garden will not drop their petals as easily as those bought and carried home. Pick flowers for their lasting qualities, selecting those with strong stems, good colour and adaptability.
If you are into gardening, here’s something to know. You have to set aside some time for the maintenance of equipment like lawnmowers. Neglect that part of gardening and the price to pay will be quite hefty. On the other hand, if you just do regular maintenance, it is going to be easy and you …
The smell of fresh-cut grass is a joy for everyone who enjoys a little gardening. And the one way to definitely destroy that experience is to have your lawnmower die right after you start it. There can be many reasons for your mower to sputter out mere seconds after it starts. And the good news …
Trees are the backbone of the environment. They provide food, shelter, shade and even act as windbreakers during the harsh winters. So, you obviously would love to keep as many trees around you as possible. But even trees aren’t eternal. Trees can suffer from internal decay, get some disease that can be harmful to the …
A beautifully maintained yard can add to the aesthetic appeal of your home. A wet yard with stagnant water is not only unsightly but can be a caused by myriad problems which can also be killing the grass and damaging your plants. Constant tracking of mud into your home by people or your pets can …
If you have taken to gardening or want to grow your own fruits and vegetables, it can be a very exciting activity to undertake. But in order to do it right, one must know when to plant the trees and how to take care of it so it takes root. The following are some details …
The Manitoba maple tree, with its irregular form and divided trunk, calls the forests of North America home. Native to this region, the tree is also found in other countries around the world, such as Ireland and the United Kingdom, where it’s known by other names.
