Although domestic and commercial growing of any type of plants, fruit and veg seem to do the same thing, they have completely different objectives and thus need different criteria and environments. We will try and outline what both involve and some of the advantages and disadvantages of both. We hope […]
Gardening
The Best Low-Maintenance Grass Varieties
The United States is blanketed in about 128,000 square kilometers of grassy lawns, according to NASA. Americans certainly love their lawns. Homeowners can choose from a seemingly infinite amount of grass plants and there exists extensive varieties beyond that. If you aren’t happy with your lawn, consider a change of […]
Advantages of Zero Turn Mowers
When zero turn mowers first emerged onto the market, they were mainly for the commercial sphere and marketed on the basis that they would enable professional gardeners to get their jobs done quicker. Once their speed, agility and ability to turn on the spot became clear, however, these mowers quickly […]
Why Leave The Flower Bed Management of Your Garden to Professionals?
We have all driven past a beautiful garden and wished we had the same at our home or office. Creating and maintaining such a breathtaking garden takes a lot of time, money and energy. While everyone enjoys a beautiful garden with a lush green lawn and well kept flower beds, achieving this […]
Planning to Have a Swimming Pool? Here Are some Basic Tips!
If you decide to buy your own backyard swimming pool, you should be aware that it can be, and it usually is, very expensive, so you must organize yourself well when the money is concerned. You should inform yourself well about all the issues you will encounter during this project […]
Necessary Equipment for a Swimming Pool
Pools can be used for therapy, exercise or leisure. It is really important to keep your pool clean and bacteria free. Routine pool maintenance prevents the appearance of germs and bacteria that may cause infectious diseases and harm people's health. There are various ranges of chemical and non-chemical products and […]
Raised Garden Beds Make Gardening Easier
I am sure that every homeowner has made a resolution to plant a garden. What is better than having a garden full of fresh vegetables and herbs and being self-sufficient? Who wouldn't want to go outside while preparing a meal for the family and gather the vegetables and herbs to be used […]
Ponds: How to Make Your Backyard Alive
Most people are exposed to a greater amount of stress in their everyday life. Family, school or work issues are to be found in every sphere of our lives and this can have a very bad influence on our mental health. People are left with very little spare time for their […]
Prevention And Control Of Common Tree Diseases
Trees being living beings, are susceptible to diseases. A tree needs a fine supply of nutrients, water, light and carbon dioxide from the environment for optimal growth. A deficiency of one or more of these can cause reduced growth of the tree. Here are some commonly occurring diseases of the […]
Plants that Keep Pests Away
One organic and environmentally friendly way to reduce pest infestations in your home is by using the right plants. Not only do they lookg great, but they have natural defenses that are the bane of annoying bugs. Use these 5 plants repel bugs and enhance your home’s look as well. Citronella […]
Prepare Your Garden for the Summer
For many people, spring is the best time of the year. Cold, harsh weather is replaced by sunshine, warm temperatures, and cooling spring showers, and outdoor life springs into action once again. The more temperate months are a great time to get your yard and garden ready for summer. Below […]
How to Save on Backyard Renovations
We all dream of having the perfect backyard where kids and pets and adults can all play and enjoy the outdoors. Making that perfect backyard a reality, though, takes money and time, and most of us don’t have much of either. If you want to redesign your backyard but just […]