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6 Different Types of Soil for Gardening – How to Identify and Improve Each Type

soil types for your garden

You’re anticipating a great growing season with abundant blooms and yields! It helps to know the type of soil prevailing in your garden. This way, you can tailor its condition to the needs of the plants you wish to grow. Lately, readers have asked how to identify their soil type. So, in this post, I […]

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Landscaping with Rocks vs Mulch with Pros and Cons

rocks or mulch in garden

You’ve got exciting goals for your landscaping project this year! You’re picturing thriving plants and tidy borders. Meanwhile, you’re pondering whether to choose decorative rocks or mulch. Here you’ll learn the landscaping materials that foster vibrant plants and conditioned soil. Certain products excel at curbing pests, weeds, and soil erosion. Others need minimal upkeep. I […]

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How to Create a Low Maintenance Garden

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A low-maintenance garden can be just as enjoyable as one that takes hours of weekly work to maintain. So if you are not a keen gardener, why not skip the hassle of unnecessary yard work? This guide will get you started in creating a low-maintenance garden your family will get the most out of. Install […]

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5 Benefits of Having Artificial Grass for Your Pets to Play On

dog on grass

Artificial grass is gaining popularity nowadays. This is because the benefits of artificial grass far outweigh the cons. Here are some of the top reasons why you should consider installing a synthetic lawn for your home or business. Affordable Compared to natural grass, artificial grass is cheaper. However, artificial grass has an upfront cost. A […]

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12 Main Pros and Cons of a Pea Gravel Patio for Your Home

creating a patio with pea gravel

In this article we’ll discuss the Pros and Cons of Pea Gravel when used to create a Patio in your home. Pea gravel is a favorite for “hardscaping” due to its attractive appearance, good drainage and easy installation. Pea gravel is also a kid-friendly crushed stone when compared to other options because it’s slightly softer […]

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Want to Redo Your Lawn? Here Are Your Options

house front lawn

Owning a home is a large responsibility and something to take pride in. That being said, your home is often seen as a reflection of yourself and your family. For this reason, the interior and exterior design of your home and surrounding property is an important signal to those around you that you care for […]

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How to Fix and Dry a Muddy Yard – Here Are Several Effective Ways

muddy yard

A well-maintained yard is a great addition to any house – provided that it is looked after properly. Not looking after your yard can quickly cause it to spiral out of control after a spot of rainy weather. Once your yard has become muddy and marshy, it is much more difficult to get back into […]

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10 Different Types of Outdoor/Garden Faucets and Handles for your Home

outdoor faucets

Faucets are faucets, right? They all do the same thing, don’t they? So, what’s really the difference between indoor and outdoor ones? Well, their inner workings tend to be decidedly different from their inside cousins. Why? Because hot water isn’t an issue here. On the other hand, they do have to be able to cope with […]

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Stylish Front Yard Landscaping Ideas On a Budget

front yard

A grandiose posh house with all amenities and breathtaking interiors is, of course, great. But the front yard should always correspond to it. It is the first thing that will catch the eye of all your guests and visitors. If you want to make a good impression don’t neglect the appearance of this part of […]

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10 Amazing Benefits of Vertical Gardening

vertical gardening

If you are someone who is really passionate about gardening but you have limited space that you can work with, vertical gardening can be the solution. It is becoming a really popular solution among people because it has so many benefits. But if you are still not sold on the idea here are 10 ideas […]

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How to Remove Rocks from Yard Soil? Steps and Guide

A complete yard with trees and a greenhouse

Rocky yard soil greatly impedes the growth of your garden or flower beds. Read this post to find out different methods to remove rocks from yard soil. Most homeowners love the idea of a beautiful flower bed or a plush garden in their front yard. The natural, lush greenery, coupled with the radiant and colorful […]

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How Much Mulch Do I Need in my Garden? Importance of Mulch

importance of mulch

Trying to figure out how much mulch you need in your garden or why you need it at all? Read out article below to get all your answers! Gardening can be a time-consuming and sometimes very confusing task. Everyone wants a pristine looking lawn with healthy grass and flourishing flower beds, but have you ever […]

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What is the Best Time of Day to Water Grass and Lawn in Summer/Winter

Sprinkler watering grass

Want to know how to get the most luscious lawn with the least amount of water wastage? Keep reading to find out how! Every gardening enthusiast wants the most pristine and pretty garden on the block to make their neighbors green with envy, but what’s a garden without grass? A manicured lawn consists of well- […]

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LED Outdoor Commercial Lighting Ideas for Homes

garden led lights

Garden lighting, often called landscape lighting, is lighting used to illuminate private gardens and public landscapes. Garden lighting is used to enhance nighttime safety, increase accessibility after sunset, and improve the aesthetics of a property after dark. One of the most energy efficient types of garden lighting is LED garden lights. The characteristics offered by […]

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How to Make Your Lawn High-Tech

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When you think of cutting-edge home technology, you rarely think of your lawn. In fact, compared to the gadgets and gizmos inside your home, your entire yard might seem antiquated and out of date. Lawns first emerged as elements of a residential landscape when the wealthiest homeowners flaunted their affluence by leaving a portion of […]

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6 Factors That Make A Pond For All Seasons in your Garden

garden pond

Having a water feature in your outdoor space is a wonderful addition. Apart from enhancing the value of your property, your outdoor space will transform into a livable space. The garden pond offers tranquil space where to wind down after a stressful day at work. Additionally, the space around the pond is a wonderful spot […]

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Wildlife-friendly Plants to Keep Your Garden On-trend

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Creating a beautiful garden is often on people’s minds as the summer approaches, but while avid amateur gardeners are quick to fill their outside spaces with all kinds of plants, it’s now more important than ever to consider the environmental impact of your garden and work towards making it friendly for all kinds of wildlife […]

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Did you Know That Trees Can Wreck Your Home Plumbing?

house and backyard with trees

When you have a tree in your yard, you’re usually worried about one problem: falling branches. While a tumbling tree limb can be dangerous, the risk is easy to spot and prevent. Precarious branches can be trimmed or removed by professional arborists. What you should be worried about is the risk of tree roots invading […]

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A Useful Guide to Setting Up Your First Indoor Grow Room

indoor plants grow room

Tending and raising plants in your home is perhaps the coolest activity that you can do right now. Many homeowners today set up an indoor grow room for their indoor plants to freshen up their home environment and take care of plants in their pastime. The good thing is that you can build an indoor […]

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How to Create More Privacy in Your Home and Garden

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The world we live in today is a world of (online) sharing where privacy has almost become a luxury. If you don’t want to be part of the sharing frenzy, then you should start the change from your home and ensure you have utmost privacy there. This doesn’t go for the inside but for the […]

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5 Tips for Winterizing Your Lawn

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Keeping your lawn looking at its best during the fall, spring and summer months is no small feat. In addition to regular mowing and watering, homeowners need to be diligent about pulling weeds and inspecting for signs of soil erosion. Given all the effort you put into maintaining a healthy lawn, leaving your grass to […]

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6 Effective Ways to Upgrade Your Garden

front yard garden

You have probably been improving your garden for years but this task is really never complete. Each season brings in a new set of challenges to tackle. Paint the benches in the summer, protect the tables and chairs in the winter, and pick up the leaves in autumn. These chores are tedious, so be sure […]

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How to create your own fairy-tale in your garden?

fairy tale garden

Having a garden is a blessing on its own. It’s a place where you can hide from the outside world, away from the noise, stress and worry. So, if you already have a chance to create a garden according to your personal style, why not make an effort and let it be a true fairytale […]

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The Ultimate, All-Informative Guide to Using Shade Net Cover in your Garden!!

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A garden enhances the beauty of any home, but only if the garden is well-maintained and aesthetically appealing. And as much as a pretty garden is desirable by everyone, creating one may be super difficult due to a variety of reasons. Creating a thriving garden during harsh weather conditions can be quite the challenge. Also, […]

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8 Ways To Help Create A Sustainable Garden

Japanese garden

Nowadays everyone wants to try their hand at sustainable living. Not only is it beneficial to the environment, but it can also save you money in the long run. There are many steps you can take in order to achieve a sustainable garden. Here’s a look at just a few ways you can create a […]

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Create a Beautiful Outdoor Living Space on a Budget

outdoor space on budget

Outdoor living space can be utilized to create your dream architectural structures, which can enhance the look of your house significantly. You might be wondering it costs a fortune to make your backyard to make it pretty, but you are wrong. There are many creative ways to beautify your outdoor living space within your budget, […]

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Fall Landscaping Tips – 6 Things You Should Do Right Now

fall landscaping tips

Just because summer is over doesn’t mean you don’t have any lawn care left to do.  In this article we will be discussing simple steps you should take with your grass to ensure you get a good head start on having a healthy lawn when spring rolls around again. With fall almost here and winter […]

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2020 Gardening Trends All Millennials Will Be Following

gardening for millenials

Millennials are taking over the world and the same goes for creating new gardening trends. Apart from pursuing gardening as a hobby or a pass time, millennials are treating it as a way to experiment and show off their creativity. Despite being a generation submerged into digital world, it is also a generation which tries […]

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Tips For Felling Trees

tree felling

If you live in Edmonton, it’s pretty much guaranteed that you’ve noticed the abundance urban foliage. In keeping with Canada’s International reputation, our hometown is vast and replete with beautiful greenery. However, taking care of trees requires plenty of responsibility, as well. Especially in the fall, when the time is right for yard-work and many […]

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Landscapers Near Me – Best Landscaping Companies (Free Estimates)

beautiful landscape design by local landscapers

If you are not happy with the way your home landscape looks, but not sure what you need to do, or how to fix it, then it might be time to find a local landscaper nearby to consult and take care of your backyard, garden or home front yard area. If you have never had […]

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How To Keep Your Lawn A Healthy Shade Of Green

green lawn

Keeping your lawn a healthy and evenly-distributed shade of green, especially in the summer can be a difficult task. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to make sure your lawn stays luscious all year long, no matter how capricious and extreme the weather may be. Consistency Is Key Watering the lawn efficiently […]

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