Gardening Basics

Every spring as the weather turns warm and the sun is shining bright in the sky you may decide that you need to landscape your yard. Before landscaping your yard you need to think about how to...

Identifying plants and flowers is an effective tool for making a list of what your would like to grow, finding out what type of native vegetation is growing in your yard and figuring out what...

A "yard of topsoil" technically refers to a cubic yard, an expression of volume equivalent to 27 cubic feet. In order to measure a yard of topsoil for your backyard, you will need to know the area...

Bad yard drainage means oversaturation of water in the soil. When the soil becomes waterlogged, plants become susceptible to root rot or other fungal diseases. Sandy and loam soils generally do...

Now that the seasons are changing, there are many ways you can start preparing for a beautiful home and yard next spring. Many of us have started gardening in the past few years, and now our...

Composting is a great way to limit the amount of garbage you throw away in the landfill as well as provide fertile soil to use in gardening and landscape projects. When most people think of...

Attracting wildlife to your backyard garden habitat is a fun and rewarding experience, and can enhance the enjoyment of any yard. Whether you live in the city, on a small suburban lot or in a...

Every autumn when the leaves fall from the trees, you have a choice. You can either hire someone to clean up your leaves or you can rake the leaves yourself. Save money this fall and rake the...

Compost is nature's answer to creating nutrients that help gardens and plants grow prosperously by enriching soil. Recycle yard and kitchen waste through composting. Create your own outdoor pile...

A beautiful lawn and garden is a sign of a well cared for home. They are also a gift to everyone who passes by your yard. A lovely yard can be easily achieved and maintained if it's well planned.

Rather than making the effort of piling all your garden refuse into big containers and paying your city or someone else to haul it away -- or hauling it away yourself -- you might want to recycle...

Want to make the exterior of your home look better, but you don't want to spend any money? Here are a few tips at how to make your home look nicer.

Whether you want to plan a lush, English countryside garden or a modern, xeriscape, Morrocan-inspired courtyard garden, you must first address several key structural and plant placement factors....

There are quite a few small-yard garden ideas that use space efficiently. Planning a garden for a small yard requires a certain level of creativity. There are places in the yard most would not...

Native plants are those that have grown naturally in a certain area for centuries. Planting native plants instead of exotic species in your yard and in your neighborhood can be very beneficial...

The definition of a compost pile is a heap of manure and vegetation and other organic residues that are decaying. For me it is just a place to put your scraps. If you are a gardener you should...

Creating a lush environment in your backyard may seem like a challenge, especially if you are on budget, but the amount of money you spend isn't what makes your yard attractive. With a little...

Gardening is a great way to save money in this economy, but who has time to weed a garden? Relax! Follow these super easy instructions and you won't have to weed. Better yet, not only is it...

If you have a small yard and like to work outside, then you can have a paradise.

Get ready for Summer! The backyard is the most used place for family entertainment during the Summer months. Here are some excellent tips on getting your backyard ready for the Summer.

If you're looking for ideas for garden art and yard sculptures then you're in luck. There are so many things you can do to make yard art with reused items, like bed frames and bicycles. You can...

Materials from your local hardware store can make very attractive raised beds. However you can make your garden sparkle with accent beds from unexpected sources. Be creative and re-use objects...

Deer can be very destructive to your plants and trees. Deer ticks, which can carry Lyme Disease, can find a way into your yard as well. And all that work you did on your garden? The deer will...

Whether you want to spruce up your yard for entertaining or you're trying to sell and would like to enhance your home's curb appeal quickly and inexpensively, this article will fill you in on the...

When it comes to gardening ideas, the possibilities are nearly endless. What ideas you implement should come down to your personal taste, the main purpose for your garden and the amount of time...

Ok folks, for those of you who are dog lovers, or who are lucky enough to live next door to dog lovers, the “dog days of summer” are often accompanied by their evil twin, the “poopy dog smells” of...

Beautiful backyards and front yards are not just wonderful to admire during the spring and summer, they're are relaxing to the soul. Here is a way to start a simple, yet elegant yard of pretty...

There are simple strategies you think everyone uses. Then suddenly a realization occurs, others seem not to have been taught the same skills you were raised to think were common. This is a...

With tight budgets, we are all looking for ways to stretch our funds. While cutting costs is one strategy, we also need to consider opportunities to increase revenue and trade, to improve the...

What could be better than sitting outside on a warm summer night in your own backyard? All across America, the backyard has become an extension of the house, basically an outdoor room. It has...

Summertime is finally here! With summer comes the hot, hot weather that can wreck your lawn and make you run in circles mowing it and keeping it down. Add to that kids running loose and pets! This...

In many areas of the country because of population growth and drought conditions, water is becoming an increasingly scarce commodity. We all know that lawns and gardens need water to survive, but...

You've seen them before -- the well designed front yard landscapes that really stand out. They don't look like just a place with some plants, they really catch the eye and look great. There are...

Spring's here and with it comes yard work. And like any sport or activity you may not have participated in over the winter, getting ready for yard work can take a little physical preparation. So...

Flowers to plant in a yard or garden can be any variety of things collected and gathered from farmer's markets and gardening centers. Create a personal garden, planting different flowers in their...

Getting rid of fleas in the yard naturally requires preventative care using beneficial nematodes sprayed on the lawn three times a year. Get rid of fleas in the yard naturally with tips from a...

Scheduling yard work depends on the climate, but March, June and October are good months for regular lawn care. Schedule yard work with tips from a professional landscaper in this free video on...

So many American’s dump thousands of gallons of water and many pounds of chemical fertilizers on their yards every year trying to keep them “green”. These yards may be green, but they are probably...

Most of us traditionally do a spring clean up to discard the accrued yearly waste from previous wintry storms. We seem to try outdoing the neighbors in the bag count we can fill, being oblivious...

We moved into our home in December and the front lawn was a sad sight. The grass was bare in spots and there were ruts in the yard where previous tenants had ruined the grass. Weeds were...

Most of us fill our yards with stretches of grass and some shade trees. Planting bushes and trees that produce berries, fruit and nuts can be attractive as well as put fresh food on your table. ...

Removing trees from the yard usually requires professional help, as very tall trees are dangerous to cut down. Learn about a few methods of removing dead trees from the yard with helpful advice...

When scheduling yard work, aerate the lawn and compost flower beds in the spring, trim shrubs, and keep mowing the lawn in the fall, prune back bushes and trees in the winter, and then do new...

Watering your yard is simple, turn on the sprinklers. Watering efficiently is nearly as easy but will save wear and tear on your lawn and your wallet.

Armadillos are pesky little creatures. Not only can they be hard to get rid of, but they can dig up a garden or yard quite easily in search of grubs and other food. There are several household...

Do you have at least some grass in your yard, but would prefer to have much thicker and healthier grass? This article was written specifically to give tips for someone who is trying to make...

Would you like to have more birds come into your yard and garden, maybe even take up residence? The best way to do this is to provide food, water and shelter for them.....and the best food for...

Spring is here! Attract beautiful birds to your yard with a bird feeder. This project is simple, and low cost. You don't need to buy an expensive bird feeder. You can make a natural...

Over the years I've bought many different type of plants and seeds but only planted a fraction of them. The last few years I've developed a strategy so that my gardening purchases are more...

You spend a lot of money for your home so why not make ALL of it as useful as possible? That includes your front yard! With some novel ideas, you can design even your front yard to look great...