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When we turn our minds to the French countryside, we often think of picturesque landscapes and quaint gardens. Indeed, many modern gardeners take their inspiration from the charming and romantic garden spaces of France. Whether you would like to ... more »

How to Create a Zen Garden

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Having a Zen garden or dry landscape garden in a backyard can be a peaceful, fulfilling experience. A Zen garden is a very aesthetically appealing way to create the feeling of tranquility in a garden setting. Here is how to create a Zen garden ... more »

How to Create Yard Privacy With Plants

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Many people turn to their yards as an oasis of solitude where they can relax and spend time with family and friends. But with neighbors or even traffic passing by, some people have issues with privacy in their yards. When a privacy fence is not a ... more »

How to Design a Brick Wall

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Renovations, remodeling and landscaping can be fun endeavors. They also can be intimidating. Working with brick is not quite as easy as slapping a coat of paint on a wall, but the results you get from a brick wall can be long lasting as well as ... more »

How to Edge a Flower Bed With Wood

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Wood gives a garden an organic, country look. .. more »

How to Edge Around a Flower Bed

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If you create a flower bed without an edge, you struggle to keep the lawn out of the flowers and the flowers out of the lawn. Edging also contributes to the curb appeal of flower beds and provides a unified appearance in the garden... more »

How to Maximize Air Conditioning Efficiancy

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I am a Heating and Air Conditioning service technician and will give you some hints on how to keep energy bills down this summer... more »

How to Pick Landscaping Plants for Shaded Areas

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When you are planning your landscaping, you don't want to forget about the shaded areas of your lawn. Shade gardens can make a great addition to areas that don't get much sunlight. Picking the right plants to shady areas has become easier than ... more »

How to african violets/ care for your african violet plants

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how to care for this popular flowering plant.. more »

How to Build a 2x4 Garden Bench

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A garden is a place of peace and rest that gets a whole lot more restful when you have a place to sit. With this easy-to-build rustic garden bench, you'll have a place to sit and enjoy serenity... more »

How to Build a Curved Wall Planter

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Many people have an area at the front or side of their house that is bare and could use a little something to spice it up. A curved wall planter can add a lot of character and dimension to the area. Adding some colorful plants will make your ... more »

How to Buy a Window Box

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Beautifully planted window boxes add warmth, color and character to any home. Whether you've always wanted a lush hanging garden or a fresh herb garden within arm's length of your kitchen, a window box is the answer. With thousands of styles to ... more »

How to Buy Lumber for Building Raised Flower Beds

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After you design your raised flower beds, the next step is choosing the right lumber for your project. You want to use lumber that can take a beating from the elements, such as landscape timbers or railroad ties... more »

How to Buy Water Garden Plants

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If you've been planning to buy water garden plants, you'll need to consider both the practical and ornamental qualities of potential purchases. A perfect combination of plants will balance a water garden's ecosystem by providing oxygen for the ... more »

How to Choose Soil for Raised Flower Beds

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Raised flower beds allow a gardener many benefits, the most enticing of which is setting the height of the bed to accommodate the gardener. This technique also keeps the soil free of weeds. After all the work you put into setting up the raised ... more »

How to Create a Flower Bed

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A flower bed enhances your home's curb appeal, provides shelter to neighborhood wildlife and supplies you with fresh cut flowers to beautify your home's interior. Invest time in the proper installation of a flower bed to give your yard visual ... more »

How to Create a Mexican Courtyard Garden

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Maybe one of the most important elements of any Mexican mission is the charm and elegance of a courtyard garden. Mexican courtyard gardens are characterized by a mix of native and colonial design, desert colors and plants, terracotta and usable ... more »

How to Create a No Dig Garden

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If you lack the space for a large traditional garden or have low soil quality that doesn't support the strong growth of your vegetables, you may want to consider a no dig garden. No dig gardens consist of layering organic materials either ... more »

How to Create a Pizza Garden For Children

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Create a pizza garden with your children and grow everything except the dough, mozzarella and pepperoni! Not only will your children learn about gardening, but they’ll learn how terrific vegetables taste when they put them on their own pizza... more »

How to Create a Prairie Garden

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The Great Plains and Midwest regions of the United States are famous for their miles of beautiful prairies. Marked with the brilliant yellows, lavenders and crimsons of wildflowers, prairies are easily maintained once established, and can be ... more »

How to Create a Rustic Flower Garden

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While everyone enjoys the natural beauty of a flower garden, not everyone has the time or money for constant upkeep. A rustic flower garden can be the perfect solution for a low maintenance garden, creating a cozy, down-home feel without a lot of ... more »

How to Create a Victorian Garden

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The years between 1850 and 1890 are considered the height of the Victorian era, characterized by ornate decor and elaborate gardens. Victorian gardens were not simply beautiful outdoor spaces, they were considered outdoor parlors for both ... more »

How to Create Your Own Wildlife Tree

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A Wildlife Tree, which includes a variety of handmade edible ornaments hung on an outdoor tree, adds color and interest to the winter landscape in your yard. At the same time the ornaments provide nourishment for birds and other creatures when ... more »

How to Design a Garden for Children

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In spite of the current trend toward computer use, organized sports and other structured activities, children still love to have their own special places outdoors. A well-designed children's garden offers a place to dig, collect, observe and ... more »

How to Design a Mary Garden

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Design a Mary garden and continue a tradition dating back to the Middle Ages. You'll want to consider choosing plants for their symbolism as well as bloom color, season and leaf shape. Leave space for a statue of Mary or Mary and Jesus as a focal ... more »

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