Backyard Garden and Patio

Enjoy these articles on flowers, lawn care and gardening

Chrysanthemums
They are fairly inexpensive and easy to grow and look great in the garden! Chrysanthemums can add color to a flower arrangement and you can even eat them!

Getting Rid Of Dandelions
We spend all summer trying to weed them out of the lawn when this plant can actually be helpful to us. Introduced to America from Europe, the dandelion has nutritional an medicinal value and was once considered to be a beneficial plant.

Spring Lawn Care
After a long, cold winter, the idea of getting outside on the first warm day of spring and raking the thatch and winter debris off your lawn sounds like a fine cure for cabin fever.

Planting Your Rose Garden
These beautiful and aromatic flowers have been around for over 3000 years and have been a cherished aphrodisiac since biblical times. Learn how to plant them for best results.

Don't Treat Your Soil Like Dirt!
healthy soil is the first step in having a healthy garden and lawn. Learn the right way to get the healthiest dirt in town.

When Is The Best Time To Fertilize The Lawn?
You can have the greenest lawn in town if you wait to fertilize it at the proper time. Patience is the key here.

Grow A Butterfly Garden
One way to add more enjoyment to your garden is to put in plants that attract butterflies, or design a whole garden for them. Get some helpful tips on butterfly gardening and how to attract these lovely creatures to your yard.

Columbine
Columbine is a popular garden flower that is fairly easy to grow and comes in a variety of colors. Useful for a shade plant or border, some varieties even like the sun but must be protected from it during the hot summer days.

How To Grow Plants From Seed
Get the satisfaction of growing your own plants right from the seeds! These tips can help you turn seeds into garden flowers.