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526. Come With Me To The Casbah! By Debbie Rodgers
     A ripe persimmon is a thing of beauty – sweet, succulent and an amazing shade of orange-red. Orange and red continue to be popular colors in decorating this year but 2004’s shades are softer and more vibrant, like ripe persimmons and pomegranates.Don’t limit these jewel-tones to the inside of your house. They can be incorporated into a beautiful outdoor theme by using the rich and exotic influences of Morocco.In countries such as Morocco, which line the balmy Mediterranean, curtains are often …



527. Thyme: The Herb of Courage By Gwen Stewart
     Garden thyme, fresh or dried, alone or combined with parsley and bay leaves to make a bouquet garni, adds a distinctive aromatic flavouring to meats, poultry, stews, sauces, and stuffing. Thymus vulgaris, commonly known as cooking thyme, English thyme, French thyme, or winter thyme is just one of the 350 species of the genus Thymus. Often called the ‘herb of courage,’ garden thyme can be grown indoors or out. Thyme is a shrubby perennial with small, oval, narrow, grey-green leaves, long, wo…



528. 5 Secrets to Growing Beautiful Roses By Abigail Baker
     A rose is a rose is a rose - and there are few things in the garden more beautiful. There are 5 secrets I want to share that will help you to grow healthy roses.1. Sunshine: Plan to put your rose bush in a spot where it will get as much sun at least 6 hours of sunshine a day.2. Water: Drops of water on the leaves can cause burning, and lead to black spot disease so always water from underneath, soaking the earth until it is damp but not soggy. It is better to water thoroughly once a week than …



529. 6 Steps To A Greener, Healthier Lawn By Jim Reinhardt
     It is important to understand that a lawn that is easy to care for and gives you the health and beauty you desire is dependant on several steps including those that occur before you make your first application of fertilizer. St. Augustinegrass, the type of grass in most Florida homes, comes in many subtypes called varieties and have different characteristics that make them more or less suited for various conditions like shade tolerance and others. The term lawn or turfgrass as found below wi…



530. The Many Types of Palm Trees By David Chandler
     There are thousands of species of Palm Trees. They are considered to be tropical in nature, but most people are not aware that cold hardy palms may be planted outside without any visible damage from temperatures as cold as -20°F. You can see this as far north as Canada and SwitzerlandPalm trees, like banana trees, give your home and garden that tropical look, usually found around pools and family recreational areas. Once established, Palm Trees are relatively maintenance free and are not signi…



531. Growing Tomatoes Organically By Chip Phelan
     Tomato Seeds Vs. Tomato Seedlings?Whether you start your own tomato seeds or buy tomato seedlings, growing them organically will produce healthier plants and better tasting tomatoes.Tomatoes are one of the most popular summer crops grown in the U.S. High in vitamins and minerals, tomatoes are a healthy and delicious addition to any back yard garden.Tomatoes are native to the tropical areas of Central and South America, where they grow as perennials. However, in most of the United States tomato…



532. Pine Furniture Care Guide By Steve Hattrick
     First, some background on PINE WOOD. Pine is a naturally soft wood which continues to "breathe", based upon changes in the local (home, office, store, etc.) humidity and temperature. On the individual furniture piece there may be slight defects, such as knots,and shakes(small cracks in the surface of the wood). Some minor shrinkage may sometimes occur. These natural irregularities in pine enhance its overall uniqueness.Do not place this product next to a radiator or in direct sunlight. Wood is…



533. Fall Flowering Bulbs By Linda Jenkinson
     Deciduous trees dazzle us with the brilliance of the golds, oranges and reds they display before dropping their leaves in the autumn. However, you don’t have to be satisfied with autumn leaf color alone. Consider planting fall flower bulbs.Spring-flowering bulbs are universal symbols of spring. Many of us wait to see the cheerful little crocus as it pops through the last of the winter snows. The delicate narcissus, the colorful tulip, and the sunny daffodil are all spring flowering bulbs that …



534. How to Choose Between Goldfish and KOI By Brett Fogle
     Many people have asked us over the years "Should I add goldfish or KOI (or both) to my pond? The answer is "it depends."Goldfish are better suited to smaller water gardens and ponds, in the 50 - 500 gallon range. Goldfish are extremely hardy and easy to care for, which makes them the perfect choice for the new pond owner or water gardener.KOI FeedingKOI, on the other hand, require a little more knowledge and better water quality in most cases, than goldfish and are better suited to the more ex…



535. Remove the Gorilla if You Want to Sell Your House By Bryan Falls
     Gorillas and house buyers do not mix. A gorilla lounging on the couch quickly dampens potential buyers enthusiasm about purchasing your home. Not that it is really the gorilla's fault. Guerillas and house tours go together like ketchup and a bowl of corn flakes.For this reason very few people will show their house with a live gorilla roaming around. However, many people are attempting to sell their houses while entertaining a different kind of gorilla.This kind of gorilla comes in the forms o…



536. You Can't Beat Perennials For Glorious Color All Season Long By Yvonne Cunnington
     When you start gardening with perennials, it's easy to think that all you have to do is get your plants into the ground, and with the exception of weeding, watering and cutting back, your garden will be done. But here's what really happens: in the first year your new plants are underwhelming – the clumps small, the flowers sparse. By the second year, your perennials have grown fuller and have more flowers, but in the third season – watch out – your plants look like they're on steroids, and yo…



537. Spring Garden Tips By Josh Gray
     Gardeners, it's time to put your gardening skills to the test. If temperatures are cooperating, the merry months of May and June will be your busiest until September, with planning, planting, and patio projects to lead the way into summer. Don't be fooled by a late frost; find out the mean freeze date in your area, and be sure soil is warm and workable—not too wet, not too dry—before putting tender plants in the ground.By the time your garden is prime for planting, you should already have a pl…



538. A Guide To Landscape Bridges By Charles Truett
     Is there something missing from your garden design? Maybe you should consider a landscape bridge.A landscape bridge is a nifty solution to a garden or yard that needs a little pizzazz. The benefits of a landscape bridge are many. When you install a landscape bridge you will enhance the beauty of your yard or garden. A landscape bridge will help to separate areas and spaces. A landscape bridge can be used over a pond or small stream.You can find lots of ideas and photographs of landscape b…



539. Amish Furniture on the Front Porch By John Stover
     While shopping on line the other day at www.stoveramishfurniture.com, I looked at the Amish Hickory Rocker. Now I have looked at this rocker many a time, but I have never thought about it. Think about how many times a rocker like this, over the generations, has rocked a baby to sleep, or a grandpa. Think about those spring, summer and autumn nights on the porch watching the kids play on the streets, or just drinking a glass of cool sweet tea listen to the crickets. How many times has one of …



540. Soil is the Foundation of Every Garden By Ian White
     Nothing says home like flower gardens. Whether you prefer roses, wild-flowers, or ornamental grasses, flower beds pull a property’s appearance together and add that special touch of home. However, many individuals make a mistake by rushing into a flower garden. The key to a garden that will be around for years to come is to do research on your area, and to learn what kind of growing soil you have on your property.The type of soil you have is a very important factor on how you will go about pre…



541. Teak Umbrella : Add the Final Touch to Your Patio By Jennifer Akre
     Okay, so you have agonized for weeks and finally went out and purchased that gorgeous teak patio table that you have had your eye on for quite a while. And now that it is nestled away in that perfect spot on your deck, you realize that the only thing that would make you love your teak table even more is the addition of an umbrella. But not just any umbrella, a teak umbrella that is designed to remain beautiful and durable for decades, just like your new teak table.There are a few good reasons…



542. A Little Known Secret to Successful Outdoor Gardening By Leonard Mutch
     Pruning...Outdoor gardening is so much easier when you know how. Outdoor gardening is much more enjoyable when you know a few secrets.Much of the enjoyment of outdoor gardening comes from the care and proper maintenance of the garden.Not many plants will look their best without some help, and pruning is one of these techniques considered essential to outdoor gardening if plants are to flower and fruit well, and to keep pests and diseases at bay.For those inexperienced in outdoor gardening, pru…



543. February in the Garden By Lee Goins
     Often in February there is a surprisingly warm day. Everybody sheds their coats and puts a bounce in their step. The next day they hear a snow plow at 4 AM. But the brief warmup gets you thinking “what is there to do in the landscape?”Here are a few late winter ideas.Check out your garden tools, patio furniture, window boxes etc. Paint, repair or discard so you are ready to go when it’s really nice out!It’s a good time to propagate some house plants. Abundant sunshine is on its way!Order Se…



544. Outdoor Furniture By Tamara Williams
     Taking care of outdoor furniture is a very important thing to do if you plan to use for some time. Here are some practices that will help you preserve your outdoor furniture and keep it always as good as new.Of course, I am not talking about those cheap plastic chairs and tables you will find in your local market; they are not meant for durability. I am talking about quality outdoor furniture, designed not for cheapness but for durability, that kind of furniture that makes your garden even mor…



545. How to Grow Japanese Red Maple Trees from Seed By Michael McGroarty
     Most Japanese Maple seeds ripen in the fall. Watch the tree and wait for the seeds to turn brown. The seeds are ready to be harvested when they are brown and can be easily removed from the tree.The seeds are attached to a wing, it’s best to break the wing off before storing or planting the seeds. Japanese Maple seeds have a very hard outer coating as do many ornamental plants. Under natural conditions the seeds would have to be on the ground for almost two years before they would germinate. Al…



546. Plan for Winter Plantings By Dean Novosat
     Part four in a seriesIt’s hard to think about winter when our gardens are in full bloom and the vegetables are ripening on the vine! But we must keep winter in mind when we are planning our landscape. Afterall, we have to look at our landscape all year long, including winter. (Unless, of course, you are fortunate enough to be able to move to warmer climates in the winter or live in a climate that is tropical all year long!) But for most of us, we have to contend with four seasons and the …



547. Plastic & Resin Patio Furniture – What You Don’t Know By Jennifer Akre
     What is the first thought that comes through your mind when you hear “resin patio furniture” or “plastic patio furniture”? Is the word cheap or flimsy? You are not alone. But what you may not know is it is the latest trend and spreading fast.Today’s manufacturers make resin and plastic patio furniture in such a way that it closely resembles painted wood. There are some that make their plastic Adirondack chairs and resin patio furniture out of Polymer. This material is made of HDPE which i…



548. How To Choose Water Garden Plants By Brett Fogle
     So. The water garden bug has bitten. You’ve dug and leveled and sweated and said words you hope that no one else has heard. Now it’s time for the fun part – picking out your water garden plants!Plant varieties within these four categories are what you need to eyeball: deep-water, marginals, oxygenators, and floaters. (If you think these words are big and weird, just thank your stars we’re not talking medicine.)After you’ve diligently planted your babies in plastic tubs, pans, or clay pots, pac…



549. Selecting the Right Roses for Your Garden By Ron King
     The selection of roses you can grow in your home garden is enormous. With so many to choose from, finding just the right ones may seem more like work than play. To make this process easier, here are a few important factors to help you narrow down your field of choices.ColorHow will the color of your roses affect your garden? For color ideas, look at rose catalogs, at nurseries, and at your neighbors' gardens.You should consider the colors of nearby plants and flowers that will be sharing the g…



550. Gardening During Hard Times or Emergencies - You Can Feed Yourself! By Jim Kennard
     Do you ever worry about always having to rely on getting seeds and fertilizer from the store? What would you do in a survival situation, if you could not go to a store to purchase these things?Let’s compare it to your food supply. What would you do about your store-purchased food? Many wise people buy more than they need of food items that store well, and create a "year's supply" of the essentials in their basement or other cool, dry place. This is the biblical answer. As you may remembe…



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