Onions are a wonderfully versatile vegetable, both in the kitchen and in the garden. From green onions to storage onions, these edible alliums add flavor to almost any savory dish, making them a culinary staple. Less well known, perhaps, is their usefulness in the garden for general pest protection. With their strong scent, onions deter …
Gardening
What can you plant under the beautiful fir tree in your backyard? Not much seems to want to grow there, but the carpet of needles that would look natural in a forest appears sadly bare in your garden. To get started beautifying the area around your fir tree, first learn about the tree itself. Then …
Juniper bonsai trees are a beautiful and rewarding plant to grow and care for. Whether you are brand new to bonsai or a seasoned vet, you can benefit from learning more about these trees. With the right amount of light and humidity, a bonsai can do well in nearly any condition; however, Juniper bonsais are …
Love them or hate them, these cute little critters are everywhere and if you put out feeders for your birds, you’ll find the squirrels stealing from them or even aggressively scaring the birds away. Let’s look at how to keep squirrels away from bird feeders. Why Squirrels Go for Your Bird Feeders First, why …
While tilling is a quick and relatively easy way to prepare the garden for planting, it also destroys the soil structure, disrupts beneficial organisms, increases erosion, and brings weed seeds to the surface. No-till practices, on the other hand, nurture the soil and its microorganisms, working with natural systems for healthier plants. The no-till method …
If you are a dog lover whose beloved family pet has crossed the rainbow bridge, a custom dog statue of your beloved dog could be the perfect addition to your outdoor space. And even if you still have man’s best friend in your life, adorable dog sculptures and yard art can be a great way …
If you are looking for a beautiful addition to your landscape, consider snow fountains weeping cherry trees. Snow fountains are regarded as one of the finest of the weeping cherries. This small deciduous tree has long, cascading branches that hang down and kiss the ground. About the Snow Fountain Weeping Cherry The Snow Fountain cherry …
When you want a modern look to your lawn or garden, modern garden sculptures can be a great way to bring this theme and style together. You can choose modern garden statues for any type of garden, flowers or vegetables, and for any type of lawn landscape. There are many types of outdoor garden statues …
If you’re looking for some Greek garden sculptures for your own garden, I have created a tutorial and buying guide to help you know what you’re getting and how to care for it properly. Of all the types of garden statues available today, these remain some of the more popular. And they can make a …
When it comes to lawn and garden décor, there are few things as common and classic as frogs. There are many beautiful, cute, interesting, and unique frog garden sculptures to choose from. You can also get frog garden planters, flags, statues, wind chimes, and other designs that really bring your garden to life. Frogs just …