There are two aspects to edging a lawn. One is creating barriers or edges to keep grass from invading flower beds or other areas outside the perimeter of the lawn and the other is trimming to keep lawn edges neat. Both will help to give your yard a finished look. Here are 11 lawn edging ...
Once summer time approaches, bugs start making an appearance in homes across the U.S. From ants to wasps to millipedes, our first instinct is to spray them down with as much poison as it takes to make them stop. We have been conditioned to think that the only way to rid our homes of insects, ...
As much as we love our dogs and cats, there’s nothing more frustrating than watching them lay across, or dig in, newly planted flower beds. It seems that new plants and flowers, and the freshly dug ground around them, are like a magnet to our furry friends. And as any gardener knows, once plants are ...
In the southern states, August can be an awkward time for flower gardens. The glorious summer blooms are nearly gone after being broiled by the sun and heat for weeks on end. And despite what the garden centers may have on display, we know that it’s a bad idea to set out cool weather pansies ...
Edging can enhance the appearance of your lawn. It also helps combat weeds in those areas where weeds are most likely to grow. I like to edge lawn around my flower beds, vegetable garden and along the sidewalk and driveway. It takes some time to edge your yard the first time, but once edging is ...
If you’ve ever owned a cat at the same time you’ve had a flower garden you know what a challenge it is to keep the cat from using the bathroom amidst the flowers. So much for the luscious aroma of your beautiful flowers. There’s a few steps you can take, though, to eliminate the problem ...
One of the most popular aesthetic means to enhance the beauty and allure of a circular driveway is to use plants, shrubs and trees. Not only would plants soften the look of your landscape, they also make your driveway more welcoming. However, with a plethora of options for planting materials, finding the most suitable for ...