Flowers grow in virtually every climate throughout the world including desert and tundra regions. These plants are commonly categorized according to their life cycles; annual flowers are short, while some perennial flowers last for years. In some cases, the classification…
Elderberries rise in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 4 through 8. In the wild, these deciduous shrubs or tiny trees often grow along rivers or streams. The flowers and dark purple or dark berries of the American elderberry…
If you have a piece of land that is vacant and you are unable or unwilling to construct it, then you may be tempted to use it as farmland. But you are likely to bump in to two distinct issues…
Unlike other vegetable plants, healthy home garden tomato plants require two-thirds of the stem buried in the soil. Retaining the stem’s bulk under the soil surface contributes to a strong, tall plant that has the ability to produce several fruits….
The majority of the homes considered old nowadays are big, elaborate Victorian or Edwardian sorts with porches and lots of lacy trim. Victorian tastes in landscaping varied widely, with some gardeners preferring the clipped and formal look, while others opted…
A yard’s thatch is a layer of dead and living roots, stems and other plant parts which naturally forms within the turf. Thick thatch can block air and moisture from reaching grass roots and makes scalping more likely during mowing….
Dress up your windows in summer and spring with window boxes filled with flowers and plants. Window boxes brighten up the interior of your home in addition to the outside. Turn some well-chosen plants in your favorite colors to your…
A mowing strip located along the edge of a lawn area serves to separate the turfgrass from any flowerbeds, walkways and other features. It’s installed in a means that allows you to push or ride the wheels on one side…
Inadequate drainage in your yard often causes severe erosion and rendering it hard to establish a healthy lawn. Drainage problems are often caused when building work disrupts the natural drainage pattern and may flood an entire yard every time it…
The majesty palm (Ravenea rivularis) is commonly developed as a ground houseplant, readily reaching 10 feet tall over the course of several years. It’s long, feathery green foliage and prefers moist soils, and is indigenous on the banks of the…