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When the weather starts to turn warmer, my thoughts always start to turn to the garden, but in early spring there’s not a lot of planting that you can do because the ground is still too cold. Be that as it may, there are a few things you can do to prepare for the warmer weather. Here are some early spring gardening tips that will...
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Building a raised bed garden can be a great way to add to your landscape and make gardening easier. Here’s a video that shows you how to build a raised bed in your yard:
There’s many advantages to raised bed gardening such as:
Perfect Soil
A raised bed garden sits above your current soil level and you fill it up the...
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Pansies are my favorite flower because they come in a huge variety of color variations and can withstand cold weather. I think they are the happiest looking flowers with their markings resembling a smiling face.
Pansies are pretty hardy and you can’t go wrong using them in your garden. Here are some tips for planting pansies as...
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Outdoor garden statues are a great way to add a touch of whimsy or a splash of elegance to any garden. You can buy different types, sizes and materials of garden statues so you need to think about your end goal and type of garden before you choose one.
Is your garden a formal garden? Or is it a magical retreat? The theme of your...
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If you are looking to add some pizzaz to your flower garden this summer, you might consider adding in some decorative garden pots and planters. Just like decorating your home, decorating your garden with strategically placed planters can add interest.
Planters come in all shapes, sizes and colors so you should be able to match the...
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What could be more relaxing than sitting in your garden on a summer day?
Listening to the sound of outdoor wind chimes while sitting in our garden on a summer day!
Whether you are relaxing in a hammock or planting flowers, having wind chimes in your garden is a great way to add an additional element of sound to your gardening...
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If you want to add another dimension to your garden, then consider installing a garden bird bath because it will attract a variety of different birds that will entertain you with their playful antics in the water.
while a bird feeder might only attract the types of birds that eat the seed you put in it, all birds need water so every...
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As the chilling cold of winter gives way to the warmer months, your inclination
is going to be to fling open the doors of your home, and start hosting
gatherings and parties outdoors. This is a good instinct, because whether you’re
celebrating from a porch, lawn, or backyard, there is no better backdrop for a
party than the...
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