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How Solar Powered Landscape Lighting
Adding solar powered landscape lighting and other features to your landscape is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to make excellent use…
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On Picking The Right Garden Fertilizer
Most soil usually does not contain enough nutrients to help plants reach optimum performance and growth levels. Even the very best garden soil becomes…
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Backyard Landscaping Ideas For Small Yards
A townhouse garden can be a place to getaway, enjoy nature, go tropical or just getting outside. The smallest backyard and garden, well-arranged and…
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On Caring for Daylilies
So you’re interested in growing daylily bulbs. For starters, the preferred planting seasons for daylily bulbs (Hemerocallis) are spring and fall, but you can…
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Spinosad Insect Spray For Organic Gardeners
It can be hard to keep insect pests under control without harming beneficial garden insects. Spinosad insect spray is a great option for organic…
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Coffee Grounds for Plants
You’ve heard that adding coffee grounds to your compost speeds decomposition and adds much-needed nitrogen to the compost. Coffee grounds are good for plants…
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35 of the Best Houseplants For Your Home!
NASA recommends adding houseplants to your home environment to help clean the air and overall improve indoor air quality. Common sense will tell you…
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Colour Your Garden World with Perennials
Notes from the Old Ottawa South Garden Club Nancy McDonald is a life-long gardener and the current Executive Director of the Master Gardeners of…
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Is a Pond Aerator the Silver Bullet for Your Pond Problems?
The bubbles rising from your aerator not only circulate the water, but also break up the surface tension as they break the surface. This…
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Home Inspections: Why To Look At More Than Just The House
When you purchase a home, many buyers will opt to have a home inspection done on the property. This inspection can be very helpful…
Pond
Harnessing the power and beauty of water gardens and ponds is a critical component in creating quiet and visually attractive outdoor environments, a genuine feast for the senses. With the sense of hearing, whether you are attempting to mask road noise or simply seeking soul-calming serenity, the sound of running water can aid. With sight, the hypnotic flow and reflections of water can create a visually appealing experience. Touch adds an immersive tactile aspect by allowing you to interact with water, such as dipping your hands in a fountain or wading in a tiny pond or stream.
