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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Commercial and residential flagpoles
- The world's tallest unsupported flagpole is located in Amman, Jordan. Erected in 2003, the carbon steel pole juts 416 feet into the sky and weighs a staggering 190,000 pounds. A flagpole of that magnitude requires an extremely heavy foundation ? upwards of 600 tons ? and is therefore bolted to the foundation by 36 carbon steel bolts. It is built to withstand winds up ninety miles per hour with the...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The truth about tulips
- Roses may be beautiful but Tulips are magnificent. The huge colorful blooms we associate with Holland make stunning bouquets. Did you know that Tulips did NOT originate from Holland? Actually, most species of wild tulips came from central asia and western asia. Tulips that originated in Europe were mainly from the Mediterranean. How much would YOU pay for a tulip bulb? Did you kn...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Make your fresh cut roses last longer!
- Women adore getting flowers, most especially roses, as it is a symbol of love and affection. Price of roses vary from state to state and flower shop to flower shop. Regardless, it is an investment that you want to have last as long as possible. So here are some steps you can take to ensure they last1) If you have roses and greens wrapped and you want to arrange them in a vase, the first ste...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - You say tomato i say mosquito
- Gathering tomatoes or other fruits of the garden might not sound like a dangerous occupation, but with terrorism running rampant these days, even a walk thru the garden can require pre-emptive measures. In fact if you left the screen door open for a minute or so and heard a whiny frequency accompanied by a slight tickle it may already be too late, if that slight tickle was the allergic reaction of...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Fall garden planning - garden plans for next spring and ordering by mail
- It's August, the weather has cooled a bit here and the summer monsoons where I live in New Mexico have begun. The kids are starting back to school and I feel the onset of fall. I'm getting that garden planning itch again! It happens 2-3 times a year... This time, it's time to start ordering bulbs and perennials for fall planting. I'm always planning how my garden will look better next season and I...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Roses - creating beautiful cut roses
- Many gardeners like to enjoy their roses twice - first in the garden, then indoors as cut flowers. By choosing the right roses, cutting them at the proper time of day, and conditioning them after cutting, you can enjoy your cut roses for the longest possible time - up to five days or more after cutting.When to Cut RosesIn general, the more petals a rose has the slower it will open an...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Everyone loves flowers
- Flowers Truly Reach Your Soul.Flowers are a heartfelt, natural way to lift our spirits. They can provide a smile for a tired face or even brighten a room for a convalescent. Just imagine your favourite flower. Are you smiling yet? You are definitely in a better mood.There isn't a doubt that beautiful surroundings provide us with a favorite environment that helps us thrive. Flowers ar...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Cannibals on the porch
- No, ghosts of the Donner Party have not started haunting my porch, nor have others of the human type I may have reference to. I am speaking of cannibals in the insect world of which there are many, but two in particuIar that make me stop and wonder. The first is waxy black with a small red hourglass on her abdomen. She dangles on a thin thread late on warm summer nights in doorways or dark corners...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Slugging it out in the trenches
- In an effort to introduce a shaft of sunlight into a particularly gloomy conversation, I recently asked a gardening acquaintance of mine to explain the difference between a slug and a snail.For the next twelve minutes and seven seconds, this horticultural monomaniac held forth on the most minute and inconsequential differences between gastropod molluscs with rudimentary or no shells and gas...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Liner ponds versus folding preformed ponds
- IntroductionSo you've decided to build your very own backyard water garden. You are in the process of actively planning out your design, and you're visualizing the end-result. But have you paused to consider what kind of pond construction you will be using? Do you know what kind of pond constructions exist? The majority of garden ponds utilize one of two types of constructions: a pre...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Garden makeover on a budget
- There's been a huge increase in the popularity of garden makeovers. Teams of people come in and transform your garden in less than a day. But how can you save money by avoiding the experts and costly plants and perform a garden makeover miracle yourself?Planning, research and the quality of plants are integral factors to saving money when buying plants for your garden.The quickest wa...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Budget for your garden
- Have you ever thought about how much it costs to maintain your garden? Most people never give it much thought - spending the odd day in the garden when they have time and impulse buying plants at the local nursery.But if you're serious about saving money and adding value to one of you're most important assets it's worth thinking about the ongoing costs associated with garden maintenance and...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 16 lawn mower safety tips
- 1. Always read the instruction manual before operating your lawnmower. I know it sounds boring but there is a very good reason you are supposed to read it (didn't you ever wonder why you were never able to set the time on your vcr?).2. Always pick up all foreign objects before you start mowing. Types of items that can adversely affect your mower are rocks, branches (even small twigs sometim...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Imagine your own orchid garden in a pond
- Who doesn't love to hear the water rushing and flowing through a very pretty orchid garden in a pond? Yes, this does not have to be only a dream. You can make it a reality.Almost by definition orchids are a tropical plant dependent on the rain for their nutrition and health. They are used to humidity of about 40 - 60%. What better place to have this then in a beautiful orchid garden pond....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Plants, birds, love and deer hate
- Hi Friends;This is the second year in a row I am dealing with a woodchuck.That's a ground hog to some.A youngster that is finding my yard its personal salad bowl.I won't have sunflowers for the finches this fall and other things are getting munched on.Last year I borrowed a live trap and relocated that one.I'll be doing the same thing as soon as I get the ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Gardening tips and tricks for late autumn
- Preparing for the Winter Months: Gardening in OctoberWhen you feel that first solid bite in the breeze and you see the songbirds winging their way south, and the trees are bursting with fire-laden hues, you know you can't be spending the weekend curled up by the fireplace with a good book. Not for long.While the weather is still gardener-friendly, you must shorten your "to-do" lists ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A look at planting flower bulbs
- Flowers are a favorite of many backyard gardeners. Thanks to their ease of planting and relatively low cost, flower bulbs are a popular choice for flower gardens. Not only are flower bulbs beautiful, but planting them is a very simple undertaking.Planting flower bulbs is so easy, in fact, that it's almost foolproof. The most important consideration is timing. Flower bulbs need to be planted...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Winter gardening
- As the end of summer approaches, unfortunately far too quickly, all is not lost for gardening with some great ideas on bringing a piece of your garden indoors and creating a winter garden.Studies have shown that as the year progresses the less sunlight and more dreary days we have, the more depressed we feel. Of course one of the best ideas is to take a trip to a sunny hot location, but tha...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Straw bale culture technique
- In general, plants grown in straw bales appear to require less water than when grown in soil. Another benefit to using straw bale culture is the garden bed will turn into compost offering some additional nutrients to your vegetables and herbs. The constantly composing environment warms up to provide gentle heat to the roots of plants and for your greenhouse. After some preparation and processing t...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to install a liner pond
- Liner ponds are ideal for the experienced water gardener because they allow for very forgiving installations, which consequently promotes greater creativity. However, for the very same reasons, liner ponds also take require some pre-planning. Before you commence a liner pond project, you should purchase a pond liner that is of the appropriate size for your pond dimensions. To determine the appropr...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The many types of palm trees
- There are thousands of species of Palm Trees. They are considered to be tropical in nature, but most people are not aware that cold hardy palms may be planted outside without any visible damage from temperatures as cold as -20°F. You can see this as far north as Canada and SwitzerlandPalm trees, like banana trees, give your home and garden that tropical look, usually foun...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Patio accessories ? complete the great outdoors
- Patio accessories can range from small to large and of all types of materials and styles depending on your garden décor. Outdoor entertaining on the patio or backyard has skyrocketed in the last few years as people are treating their patios as outdoor rooms. Homeowners want to extend their homes, and adding accessories on the patio is one way to turn the indoors out. A patio acces...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Hydroponics gardening verses organic gardening: which grows the best cannabis?
- Copy-write 2005 Jan Money.Hydroponics gardening offers many advantages to the cannabis grower. In fact hydroponics gardening is probably the number one source all cannabis that is cultivated in the U.K. It seems these days that even though cannabis is still illegal in the U.K. most people know at least one person that grows their own cannabis. These growers may well start off growing organi...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A little known secret to successful outdoor gardening
- Pruning...Outdoor gardening is so much easier when you know how. Outdoor gardening is much more enjoyable when you know a few secrets.Much of the enjoyment of outdoor gardening comes from the care and proper maintenance of the garden.Not many plants will look their best without some help, and pruning is one of these techniques considered essential to outdoor gardening if plant...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Frame your garden with edging
- You've planted the flowers, put in the shrubs and even added a bird bath and a few garden decorations, but what's missing? Could it be the edging?Almost as important as the flowers, the edging is like the frame to your garden. The picture can be interesting and beautiful, but it needs a frame to really enhance its appearance. Just like a picture, your garden needs it's frame to really bring...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Gardening on a budget
- When we moved into our south Anchorage log home I had glorious plans for the 1/3 acre lot. Some previous owner had chopped down every tree counting on the neighboring woodlands for green and shade. The house was near the street with a lumpy hilly and narrow backyard that ended in the neighbor's goat pen. I was young, enthusiastic and confident that my green thumb could transform our piece of Alask...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Tips for successful backyard grape growing
- Growing grapes in the backyard or garden can be a rewarding experience. It can also be quite a failure if not done properly. Grapevines are perennial plants and will grow for years to come. There are a few things to consider before you just jump in and start planting your grapevines. Otherwise, mistakes made at planting will haunt you in the future.Grapes need lots of sunshine. One of the b...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Make the most from your vegetable garden
- All your hard work has paid off, and now you are presented with a dilemma, too many vegetables! After sharing your wealth with friends, family, co-workers, neighbors and anyone that happens to come to visit, there are alternative options of what you can do with your extensive supply of tomatoes, zucchini and other bountiful crops that will bring great joy to the community around you.There a...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - You take the vacation - not your garden
- If you are planning to go on vacation, there are some important tasks that you really must undertake to ensure that your garden continues to maintain that well cared for condition which you constantly strive for.After all, because you have spent so much of your time during the rest of the year trying to achieve perfection, it would be a great pity if some of that good work were to be undone...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The advantages of silk flowers
- The silk flower is growing in popularity among young couples and families for many different reasons. Many event hosts or planners struggle over whether to choose fresh flowers or artificial flowers. Silk flowers are non-allergenic, will never wilt and can be maintained as keepsakes for years. There are many more positive effects in ordering or owning silk flowers.1. CostLots of peop...
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