Author: Pablo Pazos

The almost-immediate results you get from landscaping your yard make it an activity you’ll find satisfying and rewarding, even if you’re just starting out. Optimize your start-up efforts by: […]

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Ornamentals, vegetables and herbs can be grown in containers. This gardening option is ideal for people who live in the city or in apartments. Planted containers are also a wonderful accent for homes and patios. Typical containers include planter boxes, barrels, window boxes and hanging baskets. Choosing A Container Planting A Container Always set containers […]

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Caring for house plants varies considerably depending on the plant, but in general, important factors to consider include moisture levels, light sources, planting soil, room temperature, humidity levels and the pot itself. Do not rely on the label instructions that come with a purchased plant. Instead, consult books, online references or an expert for advice.  […]

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Lawn Care Your lawn develops in a predictable cycle of growth and dormancy. At each stage the right care can enrich the soil, encourage healthy growth and discourage weeds and insects. Be sure to: Special Tips for Northeast Lawns Lawns in Northeastern states benefit from rich soils and seasonal changes that optimize the growing cycle. […]

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Vegetable Gardens A vegetable garden can be safely started in the spring when the last snow has melted and the soil has begun to dry out, and in the early fall as long as there is enough time to harvest before freezing temperatures hit. There are three ways to start a vegetable garden: from seeds […]

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Seedlings are more expensive than seeds, but they offer important advantages that may offset cost. For example, it is easy to see at a glance whether a seedling is healthy and thriving. Its roots are already established and ready for transplanting. Seedlings bought locally are usually well suited to the region. It is easy to see […]

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Ornamental flowering plants are categorized in two broad groups: perennials and annuals. Planted in the right spot and cared for correctly, perennials bloom season after season. Where as annuals must be replanted each year. You may prefer a mix of perennials and annuals. The advantage of perennial plants is that they last from year to […]

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