For the sake of this HowTo we are talking about pruning in the context of making large changes, reshaping or curing problems such as disease.
When to prune plants is one of the most common questions for gardeners and if you ask 20 people you will likely get 20 answers as to when the best time for pruning is…
The truth be told the best time to prune is when the job needs to be done …
Whether you are pruning dead or living branches it is always important to take care and follow proper techniques.
When pruning branches it is important to only remove the branch and none of the tissue of the main trunk or branch.
Although it is easier to distinguish where the trunk ends and the branch begins there is a separating point The Branch Collar that should not be disturbed.
In the image to the right you can see …
There are a variety of different features that you can find in outdoor cooking devices. Everything from the portable grill / hibachi that you can bring to the game or on a camping trip to full outdoor kitchens with gas grills, deep fryers and cooktops to prepare any item you can think of.
The possibilities are really limitless but whether you invest $50 or $5,000 your meals are the most important thing.
Lets look at some …
The type of moss found around your home will most likely be different then that found in other areas of the country but they all have similar properties.
Moss is a small plant that grows without without flowers or seed. They are found in moist shady areas and there are approximately 12,000 species of moss. Moss grows in clumps and mats. It can be found growing on the ground on vertical surfaces and it can …
In an effort to reduce their use of gasoline to mow the fields around their buildings google has decided to bring in a herd of 200 goats every few weeks and let them eat the grass.
Unfortunately the cost is close to the same, something that could be done away with if they reduced the number of goats and made them permanent employees but the idea is simple.
Many Internet tech companies are at the leading …
Depending on your location and time of year a variety of birds will fill your garden. Watching them is both fun and interesting and to attract special types you can use a variety of different specialty feeders and food mixes.
Most feeders that hold seed can be used to distribute a number of different food types. Although most birds will eat any feed that you put out for them.
You should also remember that Bird feeders …
Designing an interesting and comfortable outdoor living space includes many ideas and pieces that add up to an overall experience. Whether your space is small or large planters can provide the special accents that bring nature closer and show your style.
In larger landscapes and areas away from your home planters can be used to add an accent to an area by changing up different plant types.
Using a large ceramic pot even one that …
If you are looking for a new lawn mower you are likely to come across models that have a Self Propelled option.
For the most part Self Propelled lawn mowers look very similar to standard push mowers however a few things you might notice is that the handle bar where you push the mower will have an extra bar you must squeeze closed for the drive wheels to engage and you are likely to have …
Grass String Trimmers are useful for cleaning up the edges of your lawn and getting into areas that you can’t take your lawn mower. For most of us this is a one time purchase that should last you many years so how do you know what type is best for your home?
Well first you should understand that every string trimmer uses a plastic / nylon type cord to cut the grass and weeds. …
One of the things most of us don’t have is tons of extra time to worry about how our homes look. If we are lucky we find time to clean the inside and maybe wash the cars but the exterior of your home can have a lot to do with how much you enjoy living where you are.
With this in mind lets look at how you can makeover your outside in just a couple …