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Proper watering techniques guarantee the heath and beauty of your lawn and plants. It's important to water your plants deeply. The appearance of your plants reflects how much moisture they have. Yellow, drooping leaves indicate over-watering, while grayish leaves and wilting indicate under-watering. If you can leave a footprint on the … (0 comments)
Plants pose a unique challenge in the moving biz. 
I promised more pictures of my flowers, so I guess I have to deliver. The Willamette Valley is one of the finest places in the world to grow things. I have a lot of plants that grow even without my help. Those, I consider weeds. My wife and I had a … (3 comments)
For those of us lucky enough to live anywhere near the Oakland County Farmer's Market now is the time! The market is brimming with fresh produce. While still waiting for corn, tomatoes and tree fruit, shoppers are able to score berries, beans, radishes, potatoes, all … (0 comments)
I have been doing a series of blogs about preparing your home for sale. I thought it might be helpful to put all of the links in one place.
Roses are in full bloom right now, splashing color on backdrops of green lawns and homes across the country. Maintaining a rose garden takes time, but you'll soon find yourself enjoying the fruits of your labor. In relation to real estate, well-kept and lush garden enhances the attractiveness of a property. Roses are enjoyed by your family … (0 comments)
Piling into your pick-up or SUV you should definitely be proud of what you have accomplished so far! Take a moment to reflect on how you chose your style and designed it perfectly! Remember the initial confusion, then ultimate satisfaction in picking up just the right tools for your project! And … (7 comments)
Do you love the beauty and color of flowers but cringe at the thought of the maintenance required for their upkeep? If your colorful blooms have a tendency to turn brown and crunchy from neglect in the hot Austin sun, there may be some flowers made just for you. Flora native … (2 comments)
. . . . . a garden in all seasons, trees full with leaves and blooms all year round. My wife is into gardening. I take care of the landscaping, which is no easy task, especially in summer. If the lawn is not mowed at least once a week and the … (5 comments)
17 ways to landscape on the cheap
It's easy to spend thousands cultivating an idyllic lawn and garden. But a little ingenuity and patience will go a long way to keeping some green in your wallet, as well.By Ann Archer
Traditional thinking says you should expect to pay anywhere from … (0 comments)
Plants instantly decorate any space and bring life to your home. Moreover, plants require little attention and oxygenate the air. If you live in a condo, and are looking for an ornamental, low maintenance plant, consider the following:
It is amazing to me as I go about showing homes how few people seem to be aware of the fact that Oleanders are highly poisonous to both humans and animals. They are found all over here in Tucson, AZ, most likely because they grow quickly and are quite hardy. Of … (1 comments)
Time once again for the annual Old Dutch Village Garden Club plant sale.
Many local residents look forward to this event to kick start their garden. I know this for a fact because people are usually waiting to buy plants before the sale starts. I have also received several requests to … (14 comments)
Landlords, here are some great tips for making your rental properties more energy efficient and eco-friendly. Some investment in putting these tips to work will save you money in the long haul, as well as attract a very large new population of potential renters when you advertise all you've done to … (0 comments)
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I really love the cute little security graphics that we have to type in to post a comment. Many of the words I'm familiar with, but others require me to look them up.At first, I thought maybe some of these were just "made-up" names - a collections of letters to form … (12 comments)
We have always had visions of designing a beautiful backyard oasis with a stunning water feature and lush landscaping. Problem is ... we have no idea what to plant, when to plant it, where to plant it, or how to plant it. We're just plant dumb! Then we came across a … (4 comments)
If you ever had an artichoke I don't need to tell you what a culinary treat it is.
What a great day to spruce up your home. Give yourself a new friend to share your home with. Put an extra row of vegetables in your garden and when they are ready donate them to your local food bank. 
Spring is a time for flowers, and what better way to celebrate than to make some adorable planters for your spring plantings, or even your herbs for your kitchen?
If you've never gotten on the mailing list for the Lowe's Creative Ideas, you are really missing a great resource. I've … (2 comments)
Tomorrow, March 20, is the date of the Vernal Equinox. Literally equinox means equal day and night and vernal is green, so I'm going to go out on a limb and say that it's time for things to turn green and having more daylight will allow things to grow. I have … (5 comments)
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Okay, it is Feb 4th and the ground hog saw his shadow ,so now we will have six more weeks of winter. When does he not see his shadow? In Minnesota we have winter until mid-April. The good news is that we have turned the corner and we do know the … (0 comments)
For those of us who live in the South, freezes are normally an overnight condiion that lasts a few hours, and really only affects the more inland communities.Tonight's chill will be more persistant however, so it's recommended you bring in cold-sensitive plants. Remember to bring in any pets, even if it … (2 comments)
Tonight and the next day or so promise to be very cold for us here in Birmingham, Alabama. We are looking at highs in the 30's and lows in the teens with wind chills much lower. (I know it's all relative and it gets a lot colder in other areas, but … (9 comments)
Guidelines for Home Improvements A common question that homeowners may inquire about which home improvements are needed may help the salability of their home. Any improvements that increase your home's attractiveness and overall size to the general buying public will increase its value. The following is a list which includes some general … (11 comments)
Recently I chaired a committee to sell Poinsettias through the Lake Norman Kiwanis. Little did I know what this undertaking would entail nor how these plants evolved.
Over the last several inspections i have done lately I seem to find on most homes the vegetation / plants around the exterior are climbing up the home or just planted so close that they are in contact with the structure. I realize that these plants are pleasing to the eye … (0 comments)
Fall finally came to West Chester. One day it is in the 90s and the next day it is in the 50s and 60s. It sure makes the 60s seem cool when it drops 30 degrees overnight. And we are finally getting some much needed rain. Last weekend was the perfect … (0 comments)
The Pitcher Plant does indeed love bugs! Ideally, it should be hanging in the garden under a tree, where it will attract bugs into the liquid filled baskets. Once they enter, they do not leave again...making them a tasty morsel for the pitcher plant!I found this little gem at the Home and Garden … (13 comments)
Mine grows nothing! My flowers all die! I mean, all my attempts at color haven't produced anything, yet. Now that fall is coming, I want to try a new look. Home Depot guarantees their plants for 1 year but really, who's going to take a dead plant back to Home Depot. … (8 comments)
This big green dog patiently waiting to cross the street on the southeast corner of Plummer and Hayvenhurst is actually an ivy covered utility pole and brace. It has been there for a number of years and is featured in newspapers from time to time.
I fielded a phone call from a college kid moving from Philly to LA and he want to know the best way to move his plants. All jokes about a college guy and his plants aside, moving live plants can be a challenging. Live plants are typically difficult to pack and protect … (2 comments)
If there is one plant that goes well in Florida no matter what you do to it, it is the hybiscus! Once they take root, they are virtually indestructable! When I was a kid in South Tampa, we had one just like this growing outside my bedroom window. It was in … (8 comments)
PlantsIf you have a pet, pay attention to planting pet-safe plants. Poisonous plants can be a real danger to your pets. One of the newer plant toxicities in the area is the sago palm. Gaining in popularity for their unique tropical beauty, Sago palms are becoming more common in yards and … (0 comments)
Boyce Thompson Arboretum located just east of Gold Canyon Arizona has added it's interesting annual offering to their summer agenda. On August 26th and again on September 1 at 10:30 am each day, the arboretum is offering a class in making cactus punch .... "Opuntia Punch or How to Juice Prickly Pear Cactus Fruit"Class.You will … (0 comments)
Well, we were attacked at home last night! It was a quiet evening at home. They arrived silently before dawn..sneeking right up to my front door! My 3 dogs never heard them..they slept right through the attack! It was the White Tail Gang of Raccoon Ridge. It is a small gang..only … (5 comments)
SOILBad dirt is the top problem for gardeners. Good soil provides nutrients and drainage.Use a soil tester, sold in garden stores, to check pH balance and levels of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.Supplement soil with slow-release fertilizer or organic amendments such as peat moss or compost. Digging in amendments also helps improve drainage.Get … (2 comments)
Whenever we purchase a house that we actually live in, we do and find things that will make our house a home that is uniqually "ours." 
Riley Township Hall13016 Belle River Rd.Riley Township, MI 48041For more information call (810)392-2326Saturday, June 16, 200710:00 am - 12 noonCoffee and Donuts will be served.DIVIDING PERENNIALS Here's How; Two or three days before dividing, water the plants well. Dig up the clump, roots and all, and set it on the ground. … (0 comments)
Milfoil..what is it? Nothing you want in a lake..because once it is introduced...watch out. Like wildfire on tender dry grass, this evasive plant of which there are at least ten varieties just takes over. It will choke a lake with an explosion of vegetation growth. How does it get introduced to … (1 comments)
You can take your plants with you when you move without harming them. Here are some tips:
Friends of Indiana Dunes-11th Annual Native Plant SaleSaturday, April 7, 2007 from 8am - 1pm atIndiana Dunes State Park PavilionRt. 49 at Lake Michigan, Chesterton, INPark Entrance is FREE All proceeds support the mission of the Friends of Indiana Dunes There are over 121 Northwest Indiana Native Species to Choose From such … (1 comments)
Forty-two years ago now, my wise ol' grandmother introduced me to cactus and succulents. The rest, as they say, is history.
Six billion dollars. $6 billion. That's what Americans spend each and every year on caring for their lawns according to Warren Schultz, author of The Chemical-Free Lawn. But the growing trend among homeowners, particularly those with already precious little spare time and owners of investment properties. This trend involves words that … (3 comments)
I had a wonderful morning, until the heating unit went out on my dryer! The guy that fixes things went in to the dryer pulled out the lint filter. It was clean. We always clean the lint from the filter after every load of clothes.He told us that he wanted to … (2 comments)
Greenthings in the home can be TOXIC to pets!I have written about Indoor Air Quality and shared a list of the Top 10 plants that actually have been shown to improve breathing air at home.A couple of the plants I mentioned here http://activerain.com/blogsview/green-as-green-can-BE-you-see-part-3-top-1-plant-remedies-?11572actually groove on off-gassing chemicals from new carpets, for example.Luckily, a comment … (1 comments)
So this final tip brings us to a grand total of $275 to help show your listing. Spend $100 on some outside plants and one inside vase of flowers. You probably don't want to get smelly flowers that cause an allergy attack but something nice to brighten up the place as … (0 comments)
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For those who need to grow plants (particularly perennials) for whatever reason, there are several tools available to help to determine the best plants to grow in your particular location in the USA. The following information is provided to help you to better understand and utilize those tools in selecting the … (0 comments)
One of my pet peeves is the landscaping most builders use. Unless the site is professionally landscaped, builders generally plant shrubs and flowers with no thought as to how tall they will grow or how well they will do in the sun or shade. This isn’t rocket science. Every plant at … (0 comments)