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6 secrets to having a beautiful lawn (Part3)
2008-01-11 09:31:00
Feed up in time - Your lawn requires feeding - in fact we constantly cut it, and without top dressing the herbage becomes rare and pale. Besides, fertilizers strengthen bright color of a grass, strengthen roots and strengthen stability to illnesses. What fertilizers to choose? You may choose any complex fertilizes with a mark “for a lawn� and bring them 1 - 2 times for a season. It is recommended to spend top dressing before a rain and if there is no rain two days prior to the feeding, you should water a lawn so that the fertilizer was absorbed. How to bring? Scatter half of fertilizer on all lawn in regular intervals and then pass in a perpendicular direction and scatter second half. For convenience it is possible to mix granules with sand. Water the ground on a regular basis - It is necessary to water the lawn not too often (once a week), but on a regular basis. If it is very hot, and the ground is sandy - then it is necessary to water the lawn twice a week. How can we underst...
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6 secrets to having a beautiful lawn (Part2)
2008-01-11 09:29:00
Lean Earthen Heaps - These “hills�, certainly, spoil a kind of a lawn. Besides they stir to a hairstyle and can even damage knifes of a lawn-mower. These “hills� can be done by moles, shrews, changas, earthworms and ordinary ants. All these essences together with the ground pull out outside seeds of weeds and damage lawn grasses. Each of wreckers should be struggled against differently. In order to get rid of ants and changas you may use special preparations. Earthworms do not like sour ground. Therefore do not use lime for a lawn. It is very difficult to get rid of moles and that is why we strongly recommend you to call for special service. Struggle with spots - There are many reasons of ugly spots: dog “spots�, a burn the fertilizers, the spilled fuel, the condensed ground, illnesses of a grass, rare having watered. So, what shall we do here? For the beginning cut out a piece of the lost turf and loosen with a plug a surface of a site. Now it is high time to sow densel...
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6 secrets to having a beautiful lawn (Part1)
2008-01-11 09:28:00
These aren’t particulary secrets more tips on how to treat your lawn to produce a great look. Cut correctly -Start to cut lawn in May and finish in October. The main rule - is to cut often, but not too short. As a rule, in the spring and in the early autumn it is necessary to cut the lawn once a week and it is necessary to cut a lawn twice a week in the summer. At such mode the grass becomes more dense, and a surface of a lawn - elastic. How to cut the grass? If the lawn is young, it is necessary to cut it only tips of a grass. And the normal height of a grass for an ordinary lawn of not the first year - 5 - 6 cm height will suit. If to cut more shortly, a grass starts to weaken, there will be bald spots, the quantity of weeds and a moss can increase. If to leave a grass above 6 cm, the surface of a lawn will become rough (platyphyllous grass always supersedes angustifoliate grass) and more rare- herbage. Besides, the high grass impoverishes ground.   Destroy weeds -The major...
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Protecting Your Wood Furniture
2008-01-06 10:31:00
There are assortments of furniture cleaner products on the market that can remove  wax buildup on wood furniture. If you have been applying a beeswax application to your wood furniture, than you should only have to wax the furniture once or twice a year. There are some ways you can keep your wood furniture looking great by removing the wax buildup periodically. If the have been using beeswax products and you find ripples on your wood furniture that you are applying too much of the product. Various oils and polish should never be used over the wax coat of wood furniture. The nice thing about using beeswax is when you want to restore the original shine all you have to do is buff the furniture to restore it. You should stay away from furniture waxes that contain solvents because they can kill the lacquer finish on the wood furniture. If it is the case that you use spray furniture polish you should know that they probably contain silicone. The silicone will build up eventually and dul...
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Home Improvements - How Much Can You Afford to Spend?
2008-01-05 11:43:00
Paying for remodeling or renovating a home is easy — if you have the cash to plunk down.The truth is, most of us have to borrow cash to finance our home improvement projects. Ultimately, your home improvement budget should boil down to two things: What you can realistically afford to spend rather than how much you can borrow; and what level of amenities and condition the neighborhood standard will tolerate. To figure out how much you can realistically afford to spend, make a list of all current expenses, from your mortgage and insurance payments to food, schooling, travel and entertainment. Take stock of your savings. A detailed family budget will tell you how much money you have to comfortably devote to monthly loan payments. Then you can choose a figure you can live with instead of spending more than you can afford. The second issue to consider is what price home buyers will pay for a home’s condition and amenities. Don’t put more money into your home than you ca...
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What do you do with your Veg?
2008-01-04 14:05:00
The anti-carcinogenic properties of Brassica vegetables such as broccoli, Brussel sprouts, cauliflower and green cabbage are fairly well known, but now researchers think that overcooking them in boiling water destroys their anticancer properties. Professor Thornalley of the Warwick Medical School, and one of the researchers on the study said: “If you want to get the maximum benefit from your five portions-a-day vegetable consumption, and you are cooking your vegetables then boiling is out. You need to consider stir frying, steaming or micro-waving them.� Past studies have shown that the anti-carcinogenic effects of these vegetables come from the high content of substances known as glucosinolates which are metabolised to cancer-preventive substances known as isothiocyanates. After the effect of cooking on the glucosinolate content of vegetables by boiling, steaming, microwave cooking and stir-fry was examined the researchers found that boiling reduced the chemical the most. In fa...

Environmentally Friendly Remedies for Garden Pests
2007-12-31 13:03:00
There’s just something about growing a garden that’s restful and rewarding. And if you’re growing fruits and vegetables, you’re guaranteed the freshest product possible. But gardener’s frustration can come in many forms — from aphids to foxs. If you’re like me, you hate to pour chemicals all over nature’s beauty in your backyard. My gardening nemesis has been those furry little rabbits. It’s a good thing they’re cute! Last summer, my dad recommended a natural remedy for rabbits and it’s worked like a charm. I simply brush my cat and scatter the loose fur in my garden. I’ve barely seen the rabbits since! Here are some more tips for natural pest remedies: Get rid of slugs and snails by scattering crushed eggshells, leaving out jar lids filled with beer, or scattering coffee grounds. Bait ants with a mixture of 99% sugar and 1% boric acid. Attract aphid-eating ladybugs to your garden by planting parsley, sweet fen...
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Home Improvements on a Budget
2007-12-29 10:37:00
With home improvements, you don’t need top dollar to get top quality improvements, inside and out. In fact nearly anyone can improve their home environment – with even very limited budgets. It helps to consider the follow, when financing your projects: 1. Decide and plan ahead of time on a budget or payment plan. And then pace your decorating, allowing for up to 10 percent leeway in case of mis-calculations or revisions needed in your project. Do include any fees, like for transportation and hauling away of old debris, plus allow funds for any coordinating project equipment or accessories. 2. Decide on one major area or room at a time for improvements and then designate priority tasks within the area or room. Then follow your plan and begin there with the most important tasks first. For example, work on flooring first; you can always coordinate new furniture later if you go over budget with better flooring materials and help up on the front end. 3. Set up a blueprint or similar ...
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Hardwood Flooring For Every Room of Your Home
2007-12-28 12:31:00
Hardwood floors are a timeless treasure for homeowners. They can add beauty, character and value to any room of the house. Traditionally, the living room and dining room were the areas of a home where a homeowner would most often find hardwood floors. But as hardwood has become more available and versatile, and homeowners have become more creative about home improvements, hardwood floors are popping in rooms all over the house where you’d usually find carpet. Carpet stains easily, wears out, and ends up in a landfill at the end of its life while hardwood flooring is timeless and versatile. “With so many options available to homeowners these days, you could put a hardwood floor in any room of the home,� said Tom Sullivan, founder and chairman of Lumber Liquidators. “From solid hardwood, bamboo and cork, to engineered and laminate, you can install these floors in rooms where you might traditionally find carpet or tile.� But before you go installing a hardwood floor in your b...
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Eco-Friendly Baby Nursery
2007-12-22 12:40:00
Eager parents-to-be who are busy outfitting a nursery for their future baby may not realise that their choice of furniture, carpeting and even bedding could expose their child to a boatload of chemicals. Because their bodies are still growing, babies are more vulnerable to environmental pollutants than you are. Give your newborn a head start by creating a safe, healthy and non-toxic haven, free from hazards that could interfere with his or her mental and physical development.  How to Get the Room Ready Paint the walls of the nursery with environmentally friendly paint that doesn’t release poisonous volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the air. Look for VOC-free paint made from all-natural ingredients such as mineral pigments, beeswax, plant oils, crushed limestone, soy resins and buttermilk. Strongly consider tearing up and discarding any wall-to-wall carpeting because they trap mold, dust mites, and other allergens. Choose, instead, hardwood floors made from sustainably m...
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Some Living Room Furniture Ideas…
2007-12-21 11:06:00
Living room is usually considered as the heart of every home. This is where family members get together; spend time together after a busy day. Most of their chats happen in the living room. Given this fact, it is important that the living room furniture design be patterned on the personality and style of the owner. Moreover, different pieces of furniture are the best elements to materialize these concepts.How to do this, here’s how: 1. Coffee table By definition, coffee tables are usually put in the center of a living room. Functional and attractive living room furniture design for coffee tables would entail a design with clean, simple lines in solid wood. This will cope best with natural wear and tear. Try to avoid glass tables that need constant wiping - unless you enjoy cleaning! Rather than choosing an open-shelf coffee table, buy one with built-in drawers to store magazines and keep clutter out of sight. There is less to dust too. 2. Sofa Quality sofas are those that have...
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Tips For Sucessful Bedroom Interior Design Projects
2007-12-20 14:36:00
Did you know that bedroom home improvement projects are the most frequently attempted projects for homeowners? As this is the room you spend almost half your life in, this is understandable - even if the majority of the time you spend there will be with your eyes closed! You may wake up and decide you don’t like the color, or you don’t like the furnishings, or that you want things situated in a different way. No matter what you pick, you need to figure out what you want to change and take it from there. Now you might want to work on a budget. It doesn’t have to be excessive, you can simply paint and rearrange furniture for a new look. One big complaint in the bedroom is the lack of storage space. Several innovative solutions - such as cabinets that can hang in a closet, stackable wooden storage crates with doors that face out, and shelving units can help with that, as can simply arranging the furniture to clear more floor space in the walk way areas - it doesn’t matter how...
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Start thinking about summer now!
2007-12-19 11:48:00
With all this cold weather, why not start thinking about summer now and how you can spruce up the outside of your home to wam up those winter blues. First decide how much time and money you want to invest. Some outdoor improvements offer big bang for not much buck; others may cost more but can still be accomplished with a relatively modest investment of time. Here are five simple summer spruce ups that can add up to greater outdoor enjoyment without emptying your wallet. 1. Get fresh with your patio or deck. If your deck is looking drab and your patio pallid, it may be time for a power wash and a coat of paint or stain. Simply removing winter dirt and debris will make your outdoor living space look newer and more appealing. Putting a new finish on your existing deck or adding color to your patio with a concrete stain can make your environment feel fresh and updated. 2. Water, water everywhere … Adding a water feature is a great way to introduce motion and emotion to your outdoor e...
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Environmentally Freindly Flooring
2007-12-17 14:18:00
If you’re renovation your home, building your dream home from scratch (lucky you!) or just a bit of DIY, installing a brand new floor might be on your list. There are many materials to choose from, each with different pros, cons, and looks. If you are trying to live green (make environmentally friendly remodeling choices), you may want to consider an eco-friendly flooring material. There are quite a few options out there, so let’s take a look: Cork Flooring You’re familiar with the cork you find stopping up wine bottles, of course, but you may never have walked on a cork floor. It’s the same material, just formed into tiles or planks and stuck down on the sub-floor. Since it is lightweight, installation is fairly painless. Cork is considered eco-friendly because it’s harvested from sustainable resources. It comes from the bark of the cork oak tree (which can be collected without harming the tree itself). Cork’s unique look makes it a fun floor ch...
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DIY enthusiasts at it again!
2007-12-14 13:14:00
The number of DIY enthusiasts is on the rise with more than half of homeowners undertaking some work around the house over the past 12 months, new figures show. A survey by Halifax found that 58% of respondents had redecorated, installed a new feature or modernised their property during the past year, up 12% on 2005’s figures. More than a quarter of those who had undertaken some form of home improvements estimate the work they have completed has boosted the price of their house by more than £5,000. Almost two-thirds of people who carried out work on their home said it was to update or modernise their property, with more than a third stating it was to improve their standard of living. Adding to the value of a house was cited by 25% of people in the latest survey, compared to 7% last year. There has also been a hike in the number of people who took on DIY projects to improve the energy efficiency of their home. Almost a fifth of respondents cited reducing fuel bills as a reason...

A Year of Red Kitchens
2007-12-13 14:12:00
This year’s trend colour for kitchens has definitely been red. All kinds of kitchenware and appliances are available in this warm colour. Red is great to brighten up your kitchen, but it is best not to overdo it. Below are some examples of kitchen ware in red that can give some colour to your kitchen. The retro-style fridge is from Smeg, that cute heart shaped dish from Le Creuset, the red toaster from Dualit, the stoneware casserole is from Le Creuset as well, the mixer is from Kitchen Aid, the washing-up bowl and brush are designed by Normann Copenhagen. (top kitchen image is from Marie Claire Maison, second image is from Marie Claire Maison, third image is from Virgile Bertrand) The X-6 espresso machine is available from the Conran Shop as well as the red Macrame tray, the kitchen towels are from Marimekko’s Pienet Kivet range, the red stove is from Boretti’s economy line, CHARM is a set of four measuring cups from IKEA, the canisters are from Le Creuset, oven mitt AMAL...
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Turning your heavy clay soil into good garden soil
2007-12-12 14:06:00
Clay soil can be a pain, but it’s not as bad as you might think. After you get over the unfortunate fact that it’s hard as rock and you can’t dig into it at all and that the contractor didn’t leave you with a bit of topsoil, you get to work and deal with it. Some people prefer to build a big raised garden bed and fill it with organic matter, but you have a lot more to work with, and I’m convinced you get better results in the long run if you condition the soil you have already. The first thing might be to get a soil test and find out exactly what it is you’re starting with. There are many places you can buy a kit, then collect, prepare and mail your own sample to a lab. The paperwork that comes with the kit allows you to tell them what you plan to plant in the area being tested. Results come back in about two weeks with measurements and recommendations for correcting imbalances of phosphorus, potassium, calcium, pH and magnesium. For an extra fee ...
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Curtains to Climate Change
2007-12-11 14:19:00
Location Location Location presenter and TV property guru Kirstie Allsopp has claimed that using curtains with Blackout Linings can be a key part in fighting climate change. She said “Energy escapes from homes when curtains are left open.” She called for a Blitz-style blackout – and said it should be “socially unacceptableâ€� to leave curtains open at night if the lights are on. Her bizarre outburst came as the Tories put her in charge of a review on how to make it easier to buy homes. Kirstly also went on to say, “I feel passionate about how damaging our homes are to the environment.” “We should be slightly like the Blitz and if people have their lights on and curtains open it should be socially unacceptable – because that’s energy coming out of your homes. It needs to be something people think about constantly – use less energy and insulate better.â€� “Brits kept curtains closed during the Blitz in the Second World War to stop German bombe...
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Estate Agents or Homeowners? Whose right?
2007-12-08 10:27:00
Estate agents and homeowners disagree about the type of home improvement that adds value to a home, GE Money has found. Loft conversions and extensions each add around £20,000 to the price tag of a property, according to estate agents, who view new flooring and garden decking as the least profitable DIY projects. By contrast, homeowners believe a new kitchen and new bathroom will add the most value to a property. According to estate agents, this would add on average only £13,400 in total. Giacomo Gigantiello, spokesperson for GE Money Home Lending, said: “Homeowner s planning improvements to their homes this year to increase the value of their property could be missing out on the most valuable additions.” Best value home improvements differ considerably, both in type and value, depending on region and style of property. In the more metropolitan and densely-populated areas of London and the South East, loft conversions on average offer the best potential increase to a p...
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Guide to Buying Quality Candles
2007-12-04 14:20:00
Candles can create a romantic environment for a special dinner, be relaxing when flickering by a warm bubble bath, and just give our homes that special fragrance that is comforting and welcoming. Why do some candles seem to have a long lasting scent while others seem to lose their scent quickly? What are the different kinds of candles and wicks? Which is best? With a little knowledge, you can be an expert at buying and using your candles. I’ve loved candles since I was young enough to be trusted to light one of them. I’ve bought thousands during my lifetime, and been both happy and terribly disappointed with my purchases. I’ve also made candles for gifts. I’ve learned there are big differences in the quality of candles, how to choose candles I’ll be happy with, and what the differences are among different brands. Candles are usually made from one of four materials: paraffin wax, beeswax, soy, or gel. Paraffin candles are the most common and usually the ...
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More ways to be Environmentally Friendly
2007-11-30 09:38:00
We all like a little change in our homes every once in awhile. A little updating gives us a sense of refreshment, without sacrificing the feeling of home. But now that there are many environmental issues we should be concerned about, there are creative ways to freshen up your home to be more green. Here are a few simple ideas for changes in your home that will make it a more environmentally friendly home: Don’t use paper towels. The alternative is to purchase micro-fiber cloth towels. These towels can be used all around your home. They are machine washable so you can use them over and over instead of constantly throwing away paper towels. There are a few things you can do with your coffee grinds instead of throwing them in the trash right away. Sprinkle your coffee grinds in your garden or around any foliage in your yards. If you like burning candles around your home, be a little more specific about the kind of candle you are purchasing. The best kind of candle for your h...
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Chic Decor in 5 simple steps
2007-11-26 13:54:00
By definition ‘chic décor’ means elegant or stylish decoration. An elegant home is one that has been well planned and appointed using a number of design principles outlined here to help you achieve this goal. Cohesion One of the key factors in achieving a ‘chic décor’ home is cohesion. Nothing is more attractive and soothing to the eye than a home where all components of an interior (furniture, flooring, colour, etc.) relate to each other. Scale Scale, of course, refers to the relative size of one item in relation to others that will be adjacent to it. The scale of furniture pieces must be similar in order to achieve the most harmonious effect. Repetition Continuity, or repetition, in design creates a space that is integral with adjacent rooms, particularly on the main floor where the likelihood of viewing more than one room at once, is higher. Repeat the style of furniture, cabinetry, lighting, window treatments and colour into each of the adjoining rooms to lend unity to...
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What’s New in Kitchen Design?
2007-11-25 01:03:00
As the kitchen continues to reign as the gathering place for many families, design trends have centered around creating a space that is comfortable and inviting. The arts and crafts movement has recently seen a resurgence in modern kitchen design, as homeowners opt for a more open layout and subtle design decorations. What makes the kitchen more than just another room in the home are the personal touches that make it unique. Many times it’s the simplicity of the overall design that allows the room’s finer details and individualized styling to take shape. The home is a sanctuary for many people, and kitchen design trends reflect the high demand for a space that allows the homeowner to unwind. As people continue to define their perfect kitchen, Mission-style cabinetry, with its extra-wide framing and cascading top and bottom rails, complements the homeowner’s desire for simplicity. Full overlay doors and a recessed center panel highlight the doors fine detailing and clean, simpl...
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This is toilet crazy
2007-11-24 23:32:00
Toilets are necessity but not anymore, it appears that designer has taken this basic necessity to the next level and I bet these toilet cost more that your house. Some are surprisingly unique while others are simply scary, especially the neo classical style. These supposed avant garde decor has truly transform the idea of washroom.
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More Eco-Friendly Energy Savings Ideas
2007-11-23 12:47:00
I’ve written in the past about Tips on energy efficiency when buying or selling your home, so I read with great interest David Bach’s recent article outlining eco-friendly ways to cut energy costs. What follows is Bach’s list of suggestions accompanied by my own thoughts on each. 1. Get a home energy audit. We’ve actually never had one of these done at our house, but if I could get one done for free, then it might be worth the trouble. In our case, I definitely wouldn’t pay to have an audit done, as we’re already very conscientious about our energy usage, and are constantly coming up with new tricks improve. 2. Seal up air leaks. This is a great tip. One way I like to illustrate the importance of seemingly small air gaps is to consider the effects of a 1/4 inch gap along the bottom of your front door (typically 36 inches wide). This works out to 9 square inches of air space! Consider a 3 x 3 inch hole in your wall. You’d seal that up, wouldn’t you? So why not do the...
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Environmentally Freindly Work Surfaces and Flooring
2007-11-21 13:57:00
One of the things that most people don’t think about, including myself, is how much surfaces and flooring in your home can have an impact on the environment. They are many options available to use in your home for surfaces and flooring that decrease the impact on the environment, and your own health. Here are some environmentally friendly surface and flooring options: Surfaces Pebble tiles Syndecrete Paperstone Kirei- Sorghum BioBoard Bamboo Ply Bamboo Tambour Vetrazzo Recycled Glass Tile Flooring Paver tiles Carpet Bamboo Linoleum Cork Recycled Rubber Products Certified & Salvage Lumber Palmwood Recycled Rubber / Cork Tile Flooring Recycled Glass & Ceramic Tile
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Bathroom DIY or Hire a Pro?
2007-11-20 15:59:00
New bathrooms and bathroom additions have the highest return on investment of nearly any other home project, which makes perfect sense because who doesn’t need another bathroom or want that bathroom to be nice. When shopping for homes, buyers are looking for how many bedrooms and baths a home has, not kitchens or utility rooms. But bathrooms can be expensive when you think of new plumbing, new bathtub, new toilet, new floor, new paint, new sink, new sink base…the list goes on. Even though you know you’ll make all this money back at closing, it’s hard not to want to do this work yourself. Everyone is not a handyman. Many of us think we are, many of us know we’re not, and still many more know what they’re doing but don’t want to mess with plumbing or electricity. Depending on the type of remodel, you can save a serious amount of money if you can handle the work. Consider these ideas before you do anything. Professional Look vs. Cheap Look If ...
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Exterior Home Improvements
2007-11-19 13:52:00
Spring — typically a time for cleaning and de-cluttering — is just around the corner. In addition to sprucing up your home’s interior, you should also think about what you can do outside the walls of your house. Is there an exterior home improvement project for which you’ve been saving money or putting off until you have the time? What outdoor project would be most beneficial in terms of adding curb appeal and value to your home?Before beginning any home exterior projects, you should consider the following: * Budget — Make sure it’s realistic and stick to it. * Goals –Define your desired outcomes for the completed project. For example, do you want to increase the resale value of your home, or are you doing much-needed remodeling? * Sources — Consult reliable contractors, builders, architects and realtors for advice. Get tips from friends and neighbors, too. Re-roofing is one common home exterior project that increases home value. Home owners often are forc...
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Gardening with Mulch
2007-11-18 14:41:00
Neatly mulched beds improve the appearance of any landscape. But beyond its appearance, a layer of mulch provides many other benefits. Mulch protects the plants’ root systems and can add much-needed nutrients to the soil. Mulch slows the erosion of topsoil. Though applying mulch may seem like a chore, it can actually save you effort later in the season. Because mulch helps to prevent weeds and retain moisture, you’ll spend less time weeding and watering your garden and more time enjoying it. In order for mulch to work and look its best, you must choose the best material for your garden and apply it properly. Lowe’s is happy to provide this information as a service to you. Organic and inorganic mulches Mulch can be separated into two groups, organic and inorganic. Organic mulches are derived from natural sources. They enrich the soil through decomposition. Compost is one of the best mulches for providing benefits to the soil, but that rich medium also provides a gr...
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Weed prevention better than cure
2007-11-02 09:57:00
Wise gardening starts with choosing non-invasive plants for your garden as invasive species continue to affect countres across the world. According to some studies, weeds cost western economies millions annually. Thousands of nonnative plant species threaten the native, and in some cases, nearly half of the plants present are invasive species. International trade appears to be a driving force in the introduction and distribution of invasive species. Fortunately, gardeners can become part of a solution rather than the problem by taking a few simple precautionary steps: • Be aware of what you plant. Assess the invasive potential of a plant before planting, taking into account the natural areas beyond your garden or yard. • Ask your nursery professional whether new varieties of plants are invasive before purchase and planting. • Do not share plants that are overrunning your yard with fellow gardeners. • Remove plants that are reseeding or spreading outside of intended areas. â...
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