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- 2010-05-11 01:32:53 - New generation artificial plants and flowers
- In the last 4-5 years, the development of artificial plants and flowers has leaped to new levels of creativity. Much improved and innovative manufacturing processes have added new dimensions to what consumers can now buy. In fact the term ‘silk-flower’ is used a lot less today because of the different types of materials used in the construction of a plant or flower. Attention to detail...
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- 2010-05-10 22:31:59 - Artificial plants - a great way to add ambience to home or office
- Flowers and plants are always a delight to see, it creates an atmosphere of a very natural and exciting environment. Live flowers or plants however are very fickle, and need regular care and maintenance to continue looking fresh and vigorous. For busy homeowners and office staff the continuous attention might not be ideal.
Watering (and different plants need different water amounts ...
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- 2008-02-04 09:48:50 - Planting for the birds - healthy backyards
- Planting for the Birds - Healthy BackyardsBy Roy Smallwood
This concept is touted by no less than the National Audubon Society. The concept is to create a yard in which one increases the food, water, shelter and nesting opportunities for wildlife while decreasing water and pesticide use. Generally, one landscapes so th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Lady bugs are your #1 natural pest control
- First, this bug has many names. Some of it's names are:lady bugs ladybugs lady beetle asiatic lady beetle Asian Lady Beetle Asian Lady Bugs Multicolored Asian Lady BeetleThe Ladybird Beetle is the correct name for a Lady bug and are not bugs but are beetles. Worldwide there are nearly 5,000 different kinds of ladybugs of which 400 are found in North Amer...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The meanings behind the colors of roses
- Roses are a sign of love and friendship and by giving someone a rose you are telling them how truly special they are. There are a number of colors of roses available and each one represents a different meaning to the receiver. If you are looking to purchase roses for that special someone, but aren't quite sure which color would best suit your relationship, keep reading to find out what each color ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 5 pieces of equipment gardeners cant live without
- Gardening is fun and rewarding and may be considered a hobby, talent or both and sometimes it's just luck. Gardening is not as easy as it looks and involves dedication, time and consistency and many trials and errors. There are many aspects to maintaining a healthy garden, but some aspects are more important than others. An individual who likes to garden can have the knowledge to produce the best ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 5 most popular flowers for your garden
- When planting a garden there are many questions which you must ask yourself before you begin. Where are you going to plant it, do you have the garden equipment to do so and how big do you want your garden to be? When do flowers bloom and what are their heights? These are all very important questions, however they mean very little if you have not yet decided which types of flowers you want to plant...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Backyard bird--the catbird
- It's quiet now.Gone is the constant chatter, whistles and meowing sounds as you jump from branch to branch safeguarding your territory against all trespassers.Gone too is the uniform gray body offset with the black cap and tail feathers, with just a smidgen of rust coloration under the tail coverts, that allows you to blend in with your natural habitat of dense udergrowth and thicket...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 7 factors needed for a compost pile
- Compost, made from decomposed grass clippings, leaves, twigs, and branches, becomes a dark, crumbly mixture of organic matter.Learn how composting works. Even a newbie to composting can make good quality compost. It can be compared to cooking as art or part science. The following 7 factors will help you master the art of composting.1. Materials After a time anything that was once ali...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to grow hydrangeas
- Whether you call them Hydrangea Macrophylla, House Hydrangea, French Hydrangea,, or Mopheads, growing Hydrangeas in the home garden can be an enjoyable experience. They are lovely, whether used as single plants or in mass, such as in a hedge, or border.Growing Conditions:Hydrangeas grow best in partial shade to full sun. They prefer morning sun and afternoon shade, especially in hot ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Growing great potatoes
- Potatoes are so easy to grow in the no dig, organic way. They are one of the top three in vegetable growing due to their popularity and versatility. Boil 'em, mash 'em, fry 'em, bake 'em. It's hard to go wrong with this staple in the diet.They're also a great source of vitamins, minerals and iron. Most of the goodness lies just beneath the surface of the skin though, so try to keep at least...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What is one flower benefit that you know of?
- The biggest flower benefit of all is the fact that flowers make you happy.Research has proven this.Flowers actually make you happy.When you are down, look at a flower arrangement and you will be in a happy mood.Put a flower arrangement in your office, you can reduce your stress.When you are tensed at the office, you can calm yourself down with flowers.When things are no...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - September gardening tips
- Well it is now September, and the mornings are great aren't they? It is now beginning to be the best time to plant trees and shrubs. It is a great time because the above ground temperatures are dropping and the below ground temps are still warm.This helps plants get a jump on next spring because the roots still develope in the warm soil while the tops slow down in growth. Also, there are le...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to prune your roses for stunning results
- Pruning and deadheading are essential to proper rose care. Alas, there are nearly as many opinions about how and when to prune as there are roses in need of pruning.While seasoned rosarians have their favorite tried-and-true methods, this article is geared toward new-comers who are unsure where to start. As time goes by, you may feel the urge to modify these techniques or even develop new o...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Edible flowers in your garden
- Flowers can be an integral part of cooking. While most of us are aware that violets can be candied and nasturtiums can be eaten in salads, there's a bounty of flower varieties that are both edible and delicious.Satisfying Your Sweet Tooth with FlowersViolets are not the only flower that can be candied. Many spring flowers with small, delicate blossoms have a sweet, somewhat sp...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The perfect accent -- miniature roses
- Indoors or out, you'll find miniature roses very easy to grow. These little guys sometimes get overlooked because they give off little fragrance, yet they can be the perfect visual accent to any home or garden.Compared to their full-sized cousins, miniature roses are practically maintenance-free. Just give them a "bath" once a week, and they'll last forever.Small is Comparative...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Patio design and patio furniture - the use of focal points
- A focal point is an important design element; it is a place where the eye naturally comes to rest. In a well-designed patio there is always a planned focal point, such as a large dining set, perhaps with a well-selected umbrella. But a patio's focal point could also be another interesting object or landscape feature.Examples of landscape features that can be a patio's focal point are an int...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Sculpture can bring life to your garden
- I should know: I've been a sculptor most of my life, and I have plenty of years behind me of experience. Most of my sculptures reside in the gardens and landscaped outdoors of residences. My work is also in public places such as parks and downtown areas. But in this article, I want to focus on residences.I'm going to suggest what kind of sculpture to look for. Let me begin by saying that yo...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Composting the easy way
- Having an ample supply of good rich compost is the gardeners dream. It has many uses, and all of those uses will result in nicer plants. However, composting can be time consuming and hard work. I place a reasonable value on my time, so spending hours and hours turning compost piles doesn't qualify as a worthwhile exercise, at least in my book. Nonetheless, I do compost, but I do so on my terms....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Are my grapes ready to harvest?
- This is the time of the year that I keep hearing the question "When do I harvest my grapes?" Or sometimes the question is phrased "Are my grapes ripe yet?" And then there's the "Are they ready yet?"Yes, it's that time of the year when grapes are turning color and homeowners are thinking about when their grapes will be harvested. But many homeowners think that when the color turns, the grape...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Fall garden chores for spring flowering bulbs
- As the school busses begin to rumble down the road again we are reminded that the gardening season is drawing to a close. For the gardener with an eye toward next spring, however, the season still promises plenty to be done in preparation of a showy spring to come. Early fall is the time when we should be planting our bulbs.Good soil drainage is paramount for spring-blooming bulb success. I...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Here is why you should use gypsum in gardening
- Do you have clay or layer of hard subsoil problems in your garden? Then gypsum may be the answer to help loosen the soil structure. It is not considered a miracle substance and you will find that it doesn't work right away, but a 3 year program of applications should help improve the poor soil conditions. It is not expensive and is easy to spread where needed.Gypsum also has a job of repair...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The basics of pruning
- The technique of pruning varies with the type of rose and the landscape purpose for which it was planted, whether it's growing in the ground or in a container. Pruning can range from removing unwanted buds to severely excising canes. Proper pruning stimulates growth at the buds closest to the cut, which produces new flowering stems.The first step in pruning any type of rose is to remove any...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to plant tulips
- Quality Dutch tulip bulbs are easy to come by and fairly inexpensive to purchase. You can get them through a mail order catalogue or a reputable green house. It is becoming increasingly popular to buy flower bulbs from online nurseries. The downfall to buying bulbs online is that you cannot inspect the bulbs prior to purchase. The highest quality of bulbs, especially tulips, comes from Holland....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Pruning roses secrets
- Pruning your roses is one of the most needed and the most annoyingly difficult tasks that goes with proper rose care. It takes a steady hand the proper procedure to ensure the best possible roses that you can get.Pruning your roses is basically the act of getting rid of dead and damaged pieces, and teaching the new growth to grow in the correct outward facing direction. That just mea...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Build a rain garden
- There's a new garden in town. It is (mostly) easy to install, looks good year-round, requires almost no maintenance and has a terrifically upbeat impact on the environment. No wonder rain gardens are such a great new gardening trend!Storm water runoff can be a big problem in summer during heavy thunderstorms. As the water rushes across roofs and driveways, it picks up oil and other pollutan...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Garden for birds #4
- I would like to know.....................WHO STOLE SUMMER?????????????/What did you do with it?And where are you hiding it?It seems as though just last week we were celebrating the beginning of summer.Looking forward to our yards and gardens.Planning vacations.Now, parents are celebrating "BACK TO SCHOOL!"That could mean more time in our yard...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A quick overview of outdoor hot tubs
- There is nothing quite as relaxing as a leisurely evening soak in the hot tub after a long, hard day's work. Sore muscles can finally relax as the water jets massage aches and pains away. It is no wonder that hot tubs are so popular. However, how do you decide which of the many outdoor hot tubs is right for you?First, think about who will be using your new hot tub. If you and your spouse pl...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Rose meanings explained
- Roses are the traditional gift given on Valentines Day, but they're well-received any time of year. The color and type of rose does carry a meaning, though. Be aware of what you're giving: the color of a rose can have a very different meaning from what you intend. If you're giving roses as a gift, follow this guide to make sure you send the message you want to send:? Red Roses: Red roses sa...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Fall is the time to get your garden trees and shrubs ready for winter: heres what to do
- Tips for winter care of trees and shrubsWith the garden season drawing to a close, it's awfully tempting to forget about your plants. But you should continue to water all woody plants - especially newly planted trees and shrubs and all evergreens. Helping your valuable garden trees and shrubs sail through winter starts with thorough watering in the fall.Water your plants well ...