Discover how to design that special garden walkway that will make your garden magical! Magical Garden walkways I love to saunter down garden pathways, contemplating, deciding, deliberating, and observing as I walk. Dragonflies land on deep purple Japanese irises and scissor their wings in and out, bees crawl deep into hosta bells scarcely revealing their…
Grow beautiful, earlyÂ-blooming flowers next spring. Remember to plant spring-flowering, hardy bulbs in the fall. Crocus, tulip, daffodil and grape hyacinth bulbs are some of the first flowers to bloom in the spring. But, don’t wait until then to think about the spring flower garden. Select these hardy bulbs in the fall and plant before…
Use these great ideas to effectively transform your home and give it a Haunted House atmosphere, in a matter of minutes. There are a number of people who aren’t satisfied by a kid-friendly Halloween display and want no part of a Mother Nature Harvest Display. This type of person craves the spook, gore and freak…
October can be such an uncertain month for gardeners. Though winter can come to stay at any moment we often can get an Indian summer throughout the entire month. If heavy snowfall and cold weather seem likely, rush to complete outdoor work – with emphasis on harvesting and winter protection. After mounding tender roses, cut…
When the snow is on the ground and spring seems to be far away, growing an indoor garden gives a natural and soothing feel to a winter-bound interior. Growing an indoor container garden is nothing new and can be very simple. Whether using cold-treated bulbs or planting grass seeds, a garden can be yours within…
Want to keep your houseplants healthy? Check frequently for problem insects and wash them away with a soap and water bath. If you haven’t done so yet this season, check your houseplants for unwelcome pests. Those that summer outdoors will require extra attention, but even those that stay inside can harbor insects. Wash the pots…
Making your own flower pots from recycled tires is a great way to make your lovely garden greener. Learn how to make a tire planter. Large enough for container gardening and pretty enough for display, tire planters are a wonderful way to make your own eco-friendly flower pots while adding a distinct and unique look…
Plastic flower pots are light and easy to move, but not all look attractive. But with these decorating ideas your flower pots can look fantastic. When purchasing flowers from a nursery we often end up with many black plastic flower pots. Rather than throw them away once the contents have been planted out, why not…
Do you feel your front yard lacks the spooky sparkle when Halloween rolls around? Let’s change that. Proper lighting can flip your regular yard into a scene that might just make the local newspaper. In this piece, we’re going all out to hand you 20 top-notch Outdoor Halloween Lighting Ideas. We’re not just talking about…
Cinder block benches show up everywhere in DIY roundups, cheap, fast, no real carpentry skill required. What almost none of those roundups mention is that a cinder block is engineered for a specific job, stacked in a continuous wall under compression, and a garden bench is a different job entirely. That doesn’t mean don’t build…
Cockroaches, also known as roaches, can be terrible pests. It is worth getting rid of them right away when they appear to prevent a major infestation. Cockroaches are not only disgusting to most people, they are also an important public health problem because they can contaminate food and eating utensils. Roaches can carry two human…
University of California research shows that ground covers work well for garden or yard designs on moderate slopes. Ground covers are substitutes for lawn grass that grow rapidly and work well to prevent erosion. The low-growing plants are a good choice for slopes because they spread quickly, grab the soil and form a solid cover….
Celebrate Halloween as a family with family costumes, homemade candy and treats, and easy, spooky decorations the kids can easily make. It’s time to get started, especially if you’re going to make some of the costumes, candy, and decorations from scratch and you should. Kids can learn to put a hem in, cut-out paper ghosts,…
#1. Making Monster Mud and Creating a Talking Mummy With the help of some monster mud and a little time one can turn a cheap talking skull into a talking mummy decoration. “Home haunts” are fun, amateur haunted house attractions put on my home owners for community members, family and friends, and just for the…
Halloween is an excellent time for you to experiment with your creative side. From the costume to your house, your mind is free to explore as many ideas as you want. For the home, your neighbors will go for some jack-o-lanterns and the occasional ‘ghost’ that hangs from the window. It is in the finer…
Why do folks get all jazzed up about Halloween? Well, it’s the perfect time to show off some spooky charm with outdoor Halloween decorations that can turn any regular front yard into a scene straight from a horror flick. Think about it: nothing sets the mood quite like a few ghosts or goblins lurking around…
Healthy house plants help reduce air pollution and look fabulous. Discover how to spot problems and the do’s and don’ts of keeping your indoor plants alive and thriving. Caring for house plants has never been easier with new and harder-to-kill species coming onto the market all the time. However plants are living organisms and just…
Indoor plants are more than just decorative. They can change the atmosphere in an office and improve conditions for office workers. The modern office is too often a sterile environment, set up for efficiency but a bit too cold and unnatural in its appearance. ‘Greening’ the office by adding some attractive plants will instantly improve…
Mother of pearl, the glossy interior of seashells, creates sparkling iridescent tiles perfect for a kitchen accent, or a bathroom mirror frame. Homeowners making over a formal powder room or designing a kitchen backsplash may desire a tile with some color and depth, but feel that glass tiles may be too contemporary or too informal…
Today’s modern bathroom incorporates more than just function. Designer faucets and new faucet designs help take bathroom to the next level. Whether designing a powder room or a master bathroom, style should be reflected in every inch of the space. New contemporary and designer-inspired faucets can help put the finishing touch on any design. Related: 30…
Space in the urban garden is usually quite limited, but don’t despair. You can harvest a bounty of veggies and even some fruits indoors! Here’s how. Living in the city often makes having a regular garden next to impossible, but with a warm, sunny window and the right varieties, some fruits and vegetables can be…
