When a person first builds their own home, it can be on a vacant lot, and it's up them to landscape it how they want. It can be an intimidating experience for someone with little to no experience, and a cash cow for professional landscapers preying on newbie homeowners. However, there is no reason … [Read more...]
Outdoor Protection: Proper Garden Attire
April 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment
If you were to see my mother-in-law out in her garden, you would say she looks like a hobo. She’s decked out in the strangest garb you have ever seen, but it's something she must do in order to protect herself. She has spent most of her life outdoors and in her garden, but never protected herself … [Read more...]
Reclaim Your Backyard!
April 13, 2010 By 2 Comments
So the snow has melted, and you are looking forward to finally being able to use your deck, patio, porch space, and backyard. You're not alone. Why don't you take this opportunity to clear out the old junk and use some of the following ideas to enjoy the outdoors all spring and summer long? Redo … [Read more...]
Tweet-Tweet! Shop for Discount Bird Feeders
April 17, 2008 By Leave a Comment
I have wanted a bird feeder since I was a kid and would watch episodes of Tweety Bird and Sylvester the Cat! Something about that tiny bird with the bad lisp just tickled my fancy. Unfortunately as I have gotten older, I have decided that I really don't care for the conventional wooden sort and was … [Read more...]
Large Solar Fountain Pump
April 15, 2008 By 2 Comments
Be the object of all your neighbor's envy and affection with a large solar fountain pump adorning your garden. Simply insert the large solar fountain pump into any fountain, and turn it into a fascinating shower of sunlight and water as jets shoot up to 62 inches in the air! No more worrying about … [Read more...]
Secret to Great Food? Fresh Herbs of Course!
December 3, 2007 By Leave a Comment
The key to all great cooking is the freshest ingredients! So why not grow your own herbs on your kitchen counter top? This Italian Herb Garden that is sold exclusively at Red Envelope features basil, oregano and chives. It would make a delicious gift for friends and family who would appreciate the use … [Read more...]
Why Do Leaves Fall Off a Tree?
November 8, 2007 By 6 Comments
So recently a colleague of mine came by for a visit. By visit I mean he walked by my desk and decided to hover and talk for a bit. He said while he enjoys my blog immensely, (these are his words, not mine.. ha,ha) that I should post more about gardens and gardening. Well never let it be said that … [Read more...]
Hello, This is Your Plants Calling…I’m Thirsty!
October 30, 2007 By 2 Comments
It's long been suggested that you should talk to your plants, kiss em', hug em', whisper sweet nothings into their leaves! Doing so apparently makes them healthier, but now the plants are talking back. A company called Botanicalls have merged plant care with telecommunications, devising and constructing … [Read more...]
Fall Garden – Planting Perennials
September 5, 2007 By 2 Comments
Well now that the yawning mouth of hell is finally closing, otherwise known as the recent heatwave that has tormented Southern Californians, it dawned on me that I should stop and look at the bright side. Stop and smell the roses per say, or in this case, stop and smell the perennials. So I did a … [Read more...]
