Every homeowner wants to enjoy their outdoor space, but not everyone has a flat piece of land to work with. Whether it’s an uneven yard or a home on a hillside, creating a terrace garden will add depth and function to your yard. But where do you start? In this […]
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Imagine that instead of flowing into the sewer system, water discharged by your bathtub, dishwasher, kitchen sink and washing machine was pumped instead into your landscape. The systems that perform this task are called greywater systems (also spelled graywater, grey water and gray water). They sound eco-friendly and resource-conserving, and they […]
“Deep in my heart is a song Here on the range I belong Drifting along with the tumbling tumbleweeds” They are an iconic part of old Western movies, and they are the focus of songs such as “Tumbling Tumbleweeds” by Sons of the Pioneers, the group that launched the career of Roy […]
After a full spring and summer, your lawn is looking great. The soil is healthy, and that thick green turf covers your yard like a carpet. Unfortunately, you may as well be setting out the buffet table for pesky grass-eating voles. That beautiful lawn is prime feed for the small rodents. […]
Nothing symbolizes a tropical and beachy paradise better than a palm tree. Adding one, or many, to your home gives an otherwise bland landscape a kiss of the exotic. To grow palm trees properly starts with proper planting and the steps to planting a new palm aren’t difficult. Proper planting gets […]
The towering oaks and majestic maples that provide shade and offer branches sturdy enough to support a swing require special care. As trees mature, they direct more of their energy toward the maintenance of living tissue and less energy to lengthening limbs and roots or expanding girth,” explains David Mercker, […]
You might have received a money tree plant for a wedding gift, baptism, birthday or anniversary. It doesn’t grow money, but the legend is that if you faithfully tend the plant, you will prosper, says Rick Pudwell, director of horticulture at Memphis Botanic Garden. It’s known for bringing positive energy and good […]
Does your lawn look more like January than September? Want to keep it looking its green best as long as you can instead of browning out for the winter? Don’t worry. You can spruce your brown lawn up and boost your curb appeal without intensive work or breaking the bank. […]
Pumpkin spice? Pffffftttt. I can take it or leave it. For me, fall means fresh-picked apples turned into mile-high pies with a crumb topping and ice cream, warm apple crisp right out of the oven, and freshly pressed cider. Having an apple tree in my backyard means easy access to […]