Garden & Lawn

Don't you hate spiders creeping into your house. You probably hate killing them to for one reason or another. this article will give you tips and tricks for keeping the spiders outside.

Tomatoes do not need sun light to ripen, they only need time. If you planted a late crop of tomatoes then you most likely have an abundance of green tomatoes. Preserving them to ripen over the...

The green onion (Allium fistulosum) form long tube like leaves which have a mild onion flavor. onions only. Unlike a regular onion you are growing for the edible stalk and leaves. Green onions...

Green Beans are quick to produce lots of long green edible pods that can be eaten fresh, steamed or baked. Beans are usually grown as a climbing vine, but there are also bush varieties.

Like the onion, garlic prefers a hot climate. The garlic bulblets, also called cloves, can be used to start new plants.

Eggplant (Solanum melongena)is a delicious member of the nightshade family. The eggplant is a cousin to peppers, tomatoes and potatoes. Eggplants can be grown in hot or cool climates as long as...

Caterpillars can be very destructive to garden plants. They have ferocious appetites. Caterpillars can disfigure and kill your plants. If you hate to use harsh chemical pesticides to control your...

A garderner's favorite, cucumbers (Cucumis sativus) are an easy to grow vine that likes to climb fences or teepees. If the soil is well drained it will also happily run along the ground.

This vining vegetable prefers cool, wet climates. Unlike the cucumber the fruit is one big fleshy seed. Chayote grows best around 1,100 meters above sea level where the humidity is high. In The...

There in your garden or your back yard, possibly hundreds to thousands of little white flies make nests under leaves. White powdery looking web like nests. There persistence, so if you're going to...

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a tasty herb, grown for the leaves. Also a good companion plant in the garden with tomatoes for deterring pests. There are many kinds of basil, they are all grown the...

People use elephant ear leaves for many different crafts. Casting the leaves and drying them are two of the most popular options. Whether you want to preserve the elephant ears for casting at a...

Water is necessary for a healthy, grassy, lawn. However, too much water for long periods of time can be devastating to lawn grass and create prime opportunities for lawn moss to take over. Fix a...

Butterfly bushes get their name from their uncanny ability to attract butterflies, which makes them a staple in most gardens. These perennial bushes are beautiful but also a nuisance at times...

Mulch is a type of ground cover put around plants. It may help to control weeds, retain moisture, provide warmth, prevent erosion and sometimes add nutrients to soil.

Murray 4.0 lawn mowers are gasoline-powered push motors for home landscaping. The mowers are best used on smaller lawns or as an additional mower for larger lawns that have patches of grass that...

Sphagnum moss grows in wet and boggy areas with low pH levels. It's typically found in thick, spongy clumps and has light green color fronds or leaves. Sphagnum moss is harvested as a...

Most Zoysia grasses--sometimes called Zoya--have broad blades and a medium-to-coarse texture. All Zoysia grasses are shade-tolerant, hold up under temperature extremes and grow in almost any soil....

Moles are one of the most common nuisance pests handled by exterminators around the world. Small, insect-eating rodents of the Talpidae family, moles live underground and burrow under lawns and...

Add a touch of whimsy to your garden by converting an old bed frame into a real flower bed. Old iron frames work best for this. Find one at an antique or junk store and give it a fresh coat of...

Cucumbers are a wonderful addition to any salad, and they are especially good when fresh and home-grown. Cucumbers are vine vegetables, and the vines can grow up to 6 to 8 feet in length. Left to...

If you love to decorate with antiques, you don't have to stop at the inside of your house. The walls and area around a gardening shed are a perfect place to decorate using antiques. Many old...

Briggs and Stratten engines are present on a variety of garden tools and are touted for their reliable operation and ease of maintenance. One problem that arises at times, regardless of the...

Many different people enjoy gardening. This hobby lets gardeners of any background tend to plants that have both useable potentials or to make an attractive view for the gardener and guests. Some...

Fleas and chiggers are tiny insects that feed on birds, small animals and humans. Chiggers are microscopic and feed on tissue, whereas fleas can be seen with the naked eye and suck their host's...

Maintaining a stable pH is an important part of caring for a garden pond. It is part of the necessary balance needed to mimic a natural ecosystem. The ideal pH is as close to neutral as possible...

Adding a mural to the wall of a shed is a natural way to liven an otherwise bland, blank outdoor wall. However, some people find painting a mural to be a daunting tas; yet, by breaking down this...

Lenten roses, also known as Christmas roses, offer some of the most beautiful and vibrant flowers you'll find in the late winter or early spring. Though technically not a rose, the vibrant white...

When colonies of ants move into your house or garden, they can be hard to get rid of. Ants breed at astronomical rates and divide up to start new colonies if one becomes too large. Poison sprays...

Buzzing insects flying around your ears in the backyard is annoying. Whether reading the paper and suddenly being assaulted by flies, lanced by mosquitoes under a starry night or smacked in the...

Herbaceous peonies live for decades, adding colorful flowers to the garden and to borders for a few short weeks before their lush foliage becomes a backdrop to summer annuals. The flowers come in...

Nothing tastes better than fresh, homegrown tomatoes. Tomatoes are relatively easy to grow, are versatile in any dish and preserve well in cans. They are an excellent source of vitamins C, A and K...

Lichen are non-flowering fungus-like organisms that grow naturally on trees. They are generally harmless, but many gardeners have noticed their presence on delicate fruit and ornamental trees...

Weed killers are designed to be poisonous to plants and, unfortunately, the same chemicals that make them deadly to unwanted weeds can also put pets in danger. You can keep your cat safe from...

Worms thrive at a pH of between 6.0 and 7.0. The lower the pH, the more acidic the soil; the higher the pH, the more alkaline the bedding in your worm bin. Bedding is made up on shredded...

If you've noticed the paint on your metal lawn chairs has started to chip and peel, don't purchase new furniture yet. With a few simple steps, you can apply a fresh coat of paint, giving new life...

Even the smallest of fountains can weigh hundreds of pounds. Add in the weight of water and you'll find that a fountain requires a solid cement base to provide a strong stable foundation. Creating...

Landscape fabric can help you maintain a healthy, weed-free garden. Landscape fabric is a porous, rot-resistant material that allows air and water to reach plants, but keeps weeds from sprouting....

Termites live in colonies that are classified by caste. Each colony has a king, queen, soldiers and workers. They are voracious eaters, and their main source of food is wood, which makes a tree a...

Tomatoes are one of the most popular plants in American vegetable gardens, and for good reason---you just can't beat a BLT made with home-grown tomatoes. If you leave tomato plants unsupported,...

While every homeowner works hard to maintain a green lawn that is pleasing to the eye, an occasional bare spot or two can create a bit of a panic. These bare spots must be tended to immediately to...

San Diego gardeners can benefit when gardening advice is specific for their climate. Digital Seed, a local technology company, gathered information useful to home gardeners and created a website...

While manure adds nutrients to the garden soil, the most important benefit of adding composted cow manure to a vegetable garden is as a soil conditioner. It will help sandy soil retain moisture,...

Rose bushes are beautiful plants that make a lovely addition to nearly any landscape. Insects also find these bushes charming, and can quickly infest and damage a rose bush. While there are...

Ridding an area of Canada geese may at first seem fairly straightforward. However, running at a group of geese while waving your arms will only urge the birds to move on temporarily. Soon, they...

Birds are beautiful and beneficial to the ecosystem. They eat insects, including mosquitoes, and fertilize the soil. Occasionally, birds will flock to a particular place and become a nuisance....

House training your dog is not always an easy task. Unfortunately, once you have gotten your dog trained to urinate only outside, you may also find that you have a problem with lawn burn. The...

Proper soil for tomato growing is not difficult to establish. With some basic information about what tomatoes need to thrive and soil components to make that happen, you will enjoy a healthy...

A pest problem can be overwhelming. You must deal with it as soon as it arises to prevent damage to your home and the spread of disease. While there are home remedies for many types of...

Sun scorched spots on your lawn can be an eyesore, and in some communities, can actually qualify you for a homeowner's association fine. The yellowing, browning, and even bald patches on what was...