Growing Grass

Gardeners refer to a number of true grasses, as well as sedges, rushes and hardy bamboos, as ornamental grasses. Ornamental grasses are easy to grow. Their subtle texture adds variety to perennial...

Want to know how to winterize your garden? Snow and ice can cause permanent damage to many flowers and plants. Protecting your garden from winters' cruel hand ahead of time can make recouping your...

Pampas grass is an ornamental grass used to complement the plants in many gardens. It grows quickly, and some variations can grow up to 12 feet. It takes about three years for pampas grass to...

Monkey grass is an Asian grass that resists heat and drought while providing attractive ground cover and edging in your garden beds. With its small, white flowers and spiked leaves, this hearty...

Optimize the benefits of watering your lawn and garden and save money by following these simple and straight-forward steps.

If you can't find a "garden-sitter" while you are going to be gone on a two-week vacation here some great ways to prepare your lawn and garden for the shock of your absence. Spend a few...

Winter rye is a type of grass that provides food for livestock in the cooler months. Farmers use this cover crop as a way to prolong their grazing season into the later months of autumn. Rye also...

Bamboo is one of the easiest and heartiest plants to grow in many regions of the United States, including South Carolina. Common bamboo (Bambusa vulgaris) can be found at many garden centers and...

So you are living in an apartment or condo in Texas and want to spruce up your patio with a patio garden? Great! You don't have to own a house with a lot of land to discover your green thumb.

Grass grows and, therefore, it needs to be cut. Some people enjoy watching their grass grow and then getting the mower out to cut it. On the other hand, some people dread getting out in the heat...

If you are Wiccan, planting your own garden can prove to be quite beneficial. It is cheaper than running to the nearest shop, to pick up a small packet of herbs, which in my particular area go for...

Want to save energy ? Plant some trees.

Plants have amazing versatility through variety. For every corner and surface, for every environment and climate, a plant can be grown. Some people are such plant and garden fanatics that they...

There are two types of people, cat lovers, and non-cat lovers. I love cats. If you feel the same way, then this article is for you! Most cats love being inside when it rains or when it is cold...

The year is drawing to a close, but that does not apply to your garden. There are still plenty of things to do in a north Texas landscape in November. Before you know it, it will be spring, so get...

A flower garden can offer a romantic and fragrant feast for the senses, a renewable source for fresh bouquets, or simple color to brighten a patio or deck. The key is understanding what annuals...