Clay soil is actually relatively common in most soils that haven't been well maintained will divert to either a thick clay or a loose sand, depending on the area. Many areas have both, often with the sand on top of clay. Determining Soil Types To determine how your soil is … [Read more...]
Tips for Everyday Green Living
Today, nearly everyone is at least marginally environmentally conscious. Some more than others. If you're reading this, you are probably ready to green up your life. The good news for you is that going eco-friendly also means saving money. Did you know that a laptop uses only a … [Read more...]
Border Plants
Some of the most beautiful gardens have borders as their major accent. Having great trees, shrubs, flowers, or other showcase plants is what makes a garden beautiful, but all of this is framed for the mental picture by the borders created by the gardener's brush. Purpose of … [Read more...]
An Easy Perennial Garden List
Perennial gardens, are in general, fairly easy to plant and maintain, but some perennials require less maintenance than others. Native plants are usually a good choice, so long as you mimic the conditions found in their natural environment. Another important consideration when … [Read more...]
Bells Jars in the Garden
Although they have largely been replaced by plastic row covers and hoop structures, the traditional bell jar in the garden is still a beloved way to aesthetically (or cheaply) cover plants to extend a growing season or fend off early (or late) frosts. Bell jars can be purchased … [Read more...]
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