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How to Grow a Beautiful Thriving Garden: A Guide

How to grow a beautiful thriving garden: a guide

A flourishing garden is a testament to patience, diligence, and a profound connection with nature. Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast or someone who’s keen on turning their green space into something more bountiful, understanding the intricacies of gardening can transform your patch of earth into a vibrant and sustainable ecosystem that captivates the senses and …

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The Perfect Garden Arch Trellis for Your Yard

Garden arch trellis

Having an arch trellis for your garden stands as a verdant gateway, beckoning gardeners and visitors alike into a world of botanical beauty. Find out whether you should build your own arch trellis or buy a premade structure. These structures create vertical visual interest and depth while supporting climbing plants. They transform gardens into three-dimensional …

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How To Build a Metal Raised Garden Bed

Corrugated metal raised beds for the garden

This is my DIY guide on how to build a metal raised garden bed. I walk you through every step of the way with my own experience to help create your own beautiful raised bed garden, merging function and beauty, especially with my passion for gardening and growing my own food. After days of deliberation …

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When to Plant Bare Root Roses

Bare root rose

It’s officially winter and that means it’s time to think about when to plant bare-root roses for your spring garden. Bare-root roses are roses that are sold without soil or foliage. Planting these roses during January gives them time to develop a strong root system before they begin putting on foliage in the spring and …

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The Camphor Tree – Guide to Growing and Care

The Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum camphora or Camphor laurel) is both magnificent and contentious, and this guide will tell you everything you need to know abot growing and caring for them. These trees stay green year long, provide plenty of shade, emit a fragrant minty smell and are just one of those trees you want to go …

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Best Trees for Both Summer Shade & Winter Sun

Bee collecting pollen, a major allergen

Recently, I sought advice from a friend who runs a successful lawn care business, aiming to enhance my yard with the best trees. His expertise in arboriculture has already left my existing trees in a state of enviable health and beauty. During our conversation, I expressed my admiration for the majestic Camphor tree adorning my …

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Garden Romance: Elevate Your Outdoor Space with Stunning Decorative Accents

Garden romance: elevate your outdoor space with stunning decorative accents

The allure of outdoor spaces lies in their ability to provide a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you have a sprawling backyard or a cozy balcony, enhancing your outdoor space with stunning decorative accents can transform it into a romantic oasis. In this blog, we’ll explore the art of …

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How To Keep Bees Away

How to keep bees away

Stop worrying about the buzzing and enjoy your home and yard with these proven methods on how to keep bees away. Included are effective, eco-friendly methods to maintain a bee-free environment around your home, ensuring that you can enjoy your yard on your terms. These are the best practices for keeping bees at bay while …

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Follow These Smart Guidelines For Proper Garden Maintenance

Follow these smart guidelines for proper garden maintenance

As the days get longer, it’s time to start thinking about taking care of our gardens. Whether you’re a novice gardener or an experienced green thumb, proper garden maintenance requires dedication and effort to ensure your plants remain healthy throughout the growing season. Taking steps like pruning and mulching are essential for providing your plants …

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Toro Summer of Stripes Mower and Trimmer

Toro summer of stripes 60 v lawn mower

The wet and rainy winter this year in California has made my backyard greener than ever. It also means my lawn has grown into a miniature jungle. The kids from “Honey I Shrunk the Kids” wouldn’t stand a chance out there! Luckily, Toro kindly sent me their new 60V Max Stripeâ„¢ Dual-Blades Self-Propelled Mower and 60V …

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