Trees may seem to be sturdy living things that require little care, but the harsh temperatures of winter, including the consequences of being constantly exposed to snow and wind, can make them vulnerable to problems. Their apparent state of hibernation does not mean that they are completely immune from winter stress.
Read on for some [...]

Container gardening can be a fun and innovative way to garden. It is an ideal way to garden whether you live in a big or small house. Container gardening can be done on a porch, patio or even a balcony of a small apartment in the middle of the city.
Container gardening can be done [...]

Aloe vera is a semitropical succulent plant that can grow outdoors as long as there is no possibility that freezing will occur. If the plant freezes, it will die. This is largely due to the fact that aloe vera consists of 95 percent water. Anyone can have an aloe vera plant and keep it indoors [...]

Bonsai trees are basically miniature versions of trees that are grown in containers or pots. The word bonsai means “potted plant”. For those who like to research the history of plants, bonsai trees got their start in China during the Han Dynasty.
If you are looking to add an eclectic mix of plants to your landscaping design, [...]

Organic gardening is gardening that takes place without the use of synthetic fertilizers or pesticides. Those who choose to participate in organic gardening are helping out the environment because they are using materials on their plants that come from living things. Examples of these include compost and manure.
But organic gardening is not just about refraining [...]

The answer to this question is a resounding yes!
But what is compost exactly? To define the term, compost is a “dark, crumbly, and earthy-smelling form of decomposing organic matter”. If this sounds kind of icky to you, then read on to learn more …

There are many reasons why composting is a good idea. It has [...]

Choosing lawn decorations that are appropriate for your yard can seem a very difficult task when you consider the variety of styles and choices that are available. You want to complement your yard and make it look as pleasing to the eye as possible while not crowding it and making it look, well… over done! [...]

When it comes to your lawn, there is still work to do in the autumn season before winter reaches out its icy fingers to envelope it. Read on for some helpful hints to winter-proof your yard.
To maintain a healthy lawn, you need to prepare your lawn for its winter’s sleep and also for its optimum [...]

I have long been in adoration of lovely peonies. They are big flowers when in full bloom, and they are beautiful to behold. The peony plays an important role in Chinese culture. Often thought of as the “queen of flowers” the Chinese call them Sho-yo which translates to “the beautiful”. The peony is the flower of [...]

Feng shui (pronounced phung-schway) is an ancient Chinese philosophy that has been around for centuries. Often called “the art of placement”, Feng Shui can be used to bring more Chi (or positive energy) into your garden in order to encourage health, beauty and abundance.
Curves and proportions are an integral aspect of your Feng Shui garden. [...]