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Home and Garden RSS FeedsAlley Clean-Up Effort A Success - Thanks to the many Northwood Hills residents who tackled their back driveways and alleys during the first-ever NHHA April Alley Clean-Up...Feed Source: NHHA officers elected - Northwood Hills held an annual business meeting and elected four new officers to 2 year terms: David Abell; Clark Dunklin; Aaron Dyer and Bob Nance. Later, the Board met privately and selected Rebel Webster to serve as NHHA President.... NHHA annual meeting - Northwood Hills holds an annual business meeting to elect officers and have a general Question And Answers. This year it will be (Tuesday) 5 Feb 2008 at 7pm (sharp) at the Northwood Hills Elementary School. Those who wish to meet and greet your neighbors should arrive at 6:30pm.... NHHA on the news - Northwood Hills was featured - positively - in an item on Channel 11's 5pm broadcast today. A link to the story is now on our homepage.... NHHA Email Alerts - offline -
Many of you have asked why the NHHA Alerts stopped in mid-August. Our ISP changed something - we don't know what - and as a result we've been unable to communicate with you since August 18th. Despite submitting multiple trouble tickets, we're still no closer to a resolution.
Until the problem is solved, we'll post items on our website's home page.
... mosquito spraying - Mosquito control spraying is scheduled in the area listed below for Saturday, September 2, 2006 after 10:30 p.m. and will conclude prior to 6 a.m. Sunday, September 3, 2006. The area to be sprayed is bounded by Cliffbrook Drive, Coit Road, Purple Sage Street, Alpha Road and Hillcrest Road.... anti-graffiti -
A citywide coalition led by City Councilmember Angela Hunt is set to "counterattack on defacement of
public and private buildings" with a day of graffiti wipe out on Saturday, May 20, from 9 a.m. to noon.
... New NHHA Board - 2006 -
Four new officers were elected to the NHHA Board to replace those
who retired due to term limits. New are Judy Switzer; Wendy Whaley;
Jane Williams and Guymon Phillips. They replace Dick Miner; Earl Barnette;
Mike Metzger and Peter D'Apice.
... Fire advisory -
... Tree planting Saturday -
The Friends of the Preston Ridge Trail will be planting 400+ trees
along the trail, starting at 8:30am Saturday, 5 November. Details are on the
www.PrestonRidgeTrail.org website.
... Early Voting Ends Friday -
Early voting for the 8 Nov 2005 election ends Friday, 4 November.
Full details on our website, as needed.
... 3 November 2005 - Verified Alarm Response Forum -
The North Dallas Neighborhood Alliance has scheduled a SPECIAL FORUM:
TOPIC: Security Alarms .. PROPOSED change to "verified alarm response"
WHEN: Thursday, November 3rd, 2005 7:30 - 9:30 PM
WHERE: Parkhill Junior High - Cafeteria / 16500 Shadybank (Mapsco 5U)
PANELISTS: Dallas Police Chief, David Kunkle City Council #11,
Linda Koop City Council #12, Ron Natinsky National Security Industry Alarm
Coalition, Executive Director, Stan Martin North Texas Alarm Association,
President, Chris Russell Southwest Group Protective Services, Ray Symons
PURPOSE: TO CLEAR UP CONFUSION ABOUT SECURITY ALARMS
This is your opportunity to learn about the proposed change. Many are confused
and do not understand what it means. We have invited professionals to answer
your questions. Join us for ... 2 August 2005 - National Night Out -
I hope everyone's enjoying the mild July weather! :-) As of
this evening, I have a list of 15 homeowners who are listed as Block Captains;
our patrol wanted the list for Northwood Hills' first year participating in
National Night Out (Tuesday, August 2nd). Some of you have asked what
National Night Out's all about. Briefly, it's an organized way to have a
reason to meet and get acquainted with your neighbors. Many of us lead
hectic lives, yet don't even know the names of the people 2 houses away.
Getting to know our neighbors can also help decrease neighborhood crime,
because we'll know who belongs and who doesn't.
Example: if you know someone's on vacation, yet a strange car's in their
driveway, it could be cause to investigate. How to "celebrate" National
Night Out? Just dig o... 7 May 2005 Election Results -
According to the Dallas County Elections website, about 28% of us
voted in the recent election. The two big items were Proposition 1 (a/k/a the
Blackwood Charter Amendment) and the race for City Council District 11. For
districts 1812 and 1817:
Proposition 1 747 for, 356 opposed (68% for)
City Council 11 422 Harrison, 546 Koop
Citywide, Proposition 1 failed, and Linda Koop won the District 11 race.
... Forum re: Blackwood Amendment -
If you're unfamiliar: it's southwest of the Campbell Green Rec Center at Campbell/Hillcrest. This is west of the intersection of Meadowcreek and La Manga - about 2.5 miles north of us. If you haven't yet formed a strong opinion on this issue, I'd urge you to attend either this session, or one of the others being held around town. There's a list of other times/locations on If you're not already - get informed! If you cannot attend this session, there are two websites:
... City Charter Revision Meeting -
You are invited to the first public hearing to democratically
revise the city charter on Tuesday, February 22, 4:30 p.m. in the council
chambers at Dallas City Hall. This will be the first of a series of public
forums to put the charter review commission's recommendations back on the
table. Our goal is to develop and present the citizens of Dallas the
opportunity to voice their opinions and concerns about the future government
system of Dallas. This election would take place in November as a alternative
proposal to Beth Ann Blackwood's petition in May.
... Ask Cliff Brooks: Northwood Hills Greenway -
Q - Why isn't the Northwood Hills Greenway $90/household expense
covered in the NHHA dues? A- The Northwood Hills Greenway is for residents
in/around Elmridge only and isn't a project of the Northwood Hills Homeowners
Association, Inc.. We do make an annual contribution toward upkeep of that
median, but we do that for our other common medians, too (Meadowcreek @
Hillcrest, Meandering Way south of Beltline, etc.)
... Northwood Hills HOA - annual meeting -
The annual meeting of the Northwood Hills Homeowners Association,
Inc. will be held at 7pm on Wednesday, January 26th 2005 at the Northwood Hills
Elementary School (NE corner of Cliffbrook and Meandering Way). There's plenty
of free street parking nearby, if you're too far away to walk.
1. Robert Stangl will speak about what's happening with our Expanded
Neighborhood Patrol.
2. Lois Finkelman (our District 11 member of the Dallas City Council) will be
on hand to bid us farewell (due to term limits, she'll be off the Council in
June 2005). The two who will vie for her seat (Danny Harrison and Linda Koop)
will be on hand to ask for your vote.
3. Robert Harder will ask for your help in guiding the many programs available
at the Fretz Park Recreation Center.
4. As always, we'll h... Residential Teardowns - 2nd try -
Dallas residents are invited to meet for a real session regarding
Residential Teardowns (7pm Monday night, January 10th) at the Lake Highlands
Freshman Center (10200 White Rock Trail).
... FREE MULCH! (Christmas Tree Recycling) -
Recycle your live tree (green or flocked) by turning it into mulch.
Please remove all tinsel, ornaments, lights, nails and tree stands before
dropping the tree off for recycling. Bring it to one of these locations
between 9am and 4pm from 26 December until 11 January:
(nearest:) Flagpole Hill (Northwest Highway @ Buckner Blvd)
(2nd nearest:) Northwest (Bachman) Transfer Station, 9500 Harry Hines Blvd.
FREE MULCH will be available for pick up after 1 January at the Bachman
Transfer Station. BRING YOUR SHOVEL AND CONTAINER.
... Cottonwood Trail Fundraising Kick-off -
You are invited to the Kick-Off for the Fundraising Campaign to
complete the four missing Links in the Cottonwood Trail. Saturday November 13th
at 10AM. Willie B. Johnson Recreation Center, 12225 Willowdell Drive, Dallas.
Once completed, the Cottonwood Trail will connect the Preston Ridge Trail to the
White Rock Creek Trail. providing a safe, walking/biking corridor from Plano to
Downtown Dallas.
... Early Voting alternatives -
The lines to vote at Fretz Park have been long, and if you're
seeking an alternative, remember that you can vote at ANY Early Voting location
in your county of residence. Lines have been reported to be very short in
Richardson, and at the ML King Center (near Fair Park). A complete list is
available on the DalCoElections.org website. Early voting ends at 7pm tonight;
on Election Day (Tuesday) you must go to your official precinct to vote.
... Magazine, book, soccer scammers -
A single report by one of our NHHA members has probably saved
others a lot of grief. Numerous older teenagers (17,18, etc.) have been going
door-to-door with a high-pressure pitch to buy various things - books,
magazines, even soccer trips. These kids are being exploited by a company
called UPSI (which has numerous aliases) and are being driven from city to city.
The scam is well documented on the Internet, and basically involves the kids
saying they live in the neighborhood and are earnings points for a Soccer Trip,
or something similar. They then try to sell you an overpriced magazine
subscription, but odds are you'll soon forget about your "donation"
and the cash went to these kids' route boss instead. Hey, it could be
legitimate, but based on the stuff on the web, I wouldn't take the risk.
... New volunteer opportunities -
We've updated the page on Volunteer Opportunities, for those of
you who have some spare time. One of the more unique ones is the COPS program
where you can help at the Dallas Police substation. The one that serves
Northwood Hills is located on the NE corner of Hillcrest and McCallum (a few
miles north of us). To see the complete list, go to www.northwoodhills.org,
click [A-Z] then click [Volunteer].
... 2004-2005 Budget Town Hall meeting -
The City of Dallas and Councilmember Lois Finkelman invite you to
attend a 2004-2005 Budget Town Hall meeting tonight - Thursday, August 26 from
7-9pm at Fretz Park Recreation Center (6950 Belt Line Road @ Hillcrest).
... West Nile Virus update -
One of our Northwood Hills neighbors found a dead blue jay in her
yard, and called 311. But, no one from the City came to pick it up. Lesson
learned? The bird must have been dead NO MORE THAN 12 HOURS. We also learned
that the City has tested 70 birds this year, and eight were positive for West
Nile Virus. The best thing you can do is to remove all standing water from
your property (even areas as small as a teaspoon). And don't forget to check
rain gutters, too .. this can be an ideal breeding ground for mosquitoes.
... Classes Begin August 19 (RISD) -
Classes in the Richardson Independent School District (DISD) begin
Thursday, August 19. This is for the streets in the vast majority of Northwood
Hills. Call 469-593-0000 or visit www.risd.org for more information.
... Classes Begin August 16 (DISD) -
Classes in the Dallas Independent School District (DISD) begin
Monday, August 16. This is for the streets in far western Northwood Hills.
Call 972-925-3700 or visit www.dallasisd.org for more information.
... Visited Links -
I finally remember to change the CSS [Cascading Style Sheet] file
so that visited links now appear in a different color. The not-visited links
remain orange; visited links now appear in black. The non-visited status is
adjustable by the browser and is not controlled by our website.
... Yaupon Holly tree -
The Yaupon Holly tree at the eastbound Spring Valley Road marker
was damaged by the Plant Market and will be replaced at no charge by them.
We should wait until the end of September to plant (Texas summers can be brutal
for new plantings).
... Ozone monitor added -
The North Central Texas Council of Governments has a nice feature
to dynamically monitor the ozone levels. Today's the first Red Alert of the
year, so it's timely to add it to our home page.
... Preston Ridge Trail - meeting -
The Friends of the Preston Ridge Trail will meet at the Campbell
Green Recreation Center at 8:15pm on Thursday, July 15 to discuss the
construction plans for the next few years. This trail currently starts near
the Albertsons gas station on Coit at Haymeadow, and proceeds to Beltline and
Meandering Way, then north. Details are on the
website.
... National Nite Out -
The DPD's Coordination Unit will need the list of all National
Nite Out [NNO] event locations for the North Central Operations Division in
their office by 10 July 2004. If your crimewatch group will be participating
in NNO and would like for a police officer to attend, Sr. Corporal Wanda West
will need the location, time and phone number no later than 3pm on 10 July
(call 214-670-6497).
... Independence Day Parade -
Northwood Hills Elementary School, SATURDAY - 9:30am until Noon.
Dress up yourself and your bike or float and win valuable Prizes!
Parade Northwood Hills. Have fun, play games and eat well while celebrating
Independence Day with your neighbors.
... Update: RISD Homestead Exemption -
The RISD voted 6-1 to reduce the Local Optional Homestead Exemption
to 10% (from 15%). For a house valued at $500,000 this amounts to a tax
increase of about $450 a year. About 125 people attended the meeting on
21 June 2004.
... The Motley Fool: Home Center -
I spotted some
on The Motley Fool website. This was a reference from
.
... Mosquito Control -
The City of Dallas has posted some good advice about mosquito
control on their website, under the banner of a new "Mosquito Swatter"
campaign. See the
website.
... Damaged Northwood Hills sign -
Someone in a Dodge Viper ran into our brick-and-concrete sign on
eastbound Spring Valley Road, east of Hillcrest, at about 1:30am on June 12,
2004. We'll get it repaired as soon as possible. No idea if the guy has any
insurance, but the Dallas Police did take a report.
... Update on storm cleanup -
Information on power outages, tree removal, spoiled meat,
restaurant sanitation, etc.
... Calendar of Northwood Hills Events - Rolling 3-month calendar now displays June-July-August 2004... Leaning fences; water restrictions; water saving tips; High Five update -
Dallas Fence Ordinance # 25522 explains how much your fence can lean before
it's a violation. Outdoor watering restrictions begin 1 June and end 30
September. Dallas will have a "Save Water. Save Money." campaign this
summer. Connectors from westbound 635-LBJ to 75-Central opened this weekend.
... Ask Cliff Brooks - Neighborhood know-it-all answers resident's questions.... In a hurry? A-Z to the rescue -
This page shows what was updated on our website, and when. It's
manually maintained, for now.
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Best Plants For Urban Gardens - Urban gardening may seem like just another trend, but unlike a lot of fads, it's a trend that has staying power because it actually provides substantial benefits to the average person's quality of life. Even apartment dwellers who live several ... How You Can Grow Your Own Tomatoes - Learning to grow your own tomatoes in your own home is an easy way to be sure you don't waste another penny buying the much and tasteless store variety. Rather than eating tomatoes that have been transported cross country, you get to gather up your own fresh crops right from your own backyard.... Tomato Gardening And Soil Preparation - Anytime you are talking about growing plants it will include having proper soil preparation. This is crucial if you're going to make sure your tomatoes have the best environment to grow and develop. Your soil will need to have the proper PH level which ranges between 6.5 and 7.0. The soil will need to contain enough nutrients for your tomatoes to thrive on and it also should have the kind of soil composition that enables it to hold as well as ret... Heavenly Herbs - The Food Garden - A herb garden can be both a visual and sensory delight. I have fond childhood memories of wandering through a herb garden enjoying not only the attractive and varied plants and their exotic aromas but discovering that these were the things that gave various foods I liked their distinctive flavour.... Growing Dahlias for Cut Flowers - Dahlias are a native of Mexico and are related to the sunflower and daisy. Once only a favourite of allotment growers, dahlias are enjoying a return to popularity and have now become a favourite plant for the herbaceous border and patio containers. They will also keep flowering right up until the first frosts. Dahlias also make excellent cut flowers. There are many varieties to choose in many different colours.... How Growing Herbs Indoors Can Be Beneficial - Here I will explain to you the benefits to growing your very own herbs indoors. I will also share a little bit of knowledge I've gained while doing it myself.... A Brief Overview of the History of Replica Flowers and Their Presence in Modern Life - Most of us consider replica flowers to be simply cheap imitations, which lack the fair scent and vitality of their originals. However this characteristic does not do them any justice. Artificial plants have a rich history behind them. They have been and as a matter of fact still are considered a form of art in numerous cultures. Their use in our days also extends way beyond the traditional image of affordable and never fading plastic flowers.... The Different Stages of Creating a Floral Garden and the Role of the Flower Beds and Borders - Adding some color to the lawn and turning it into an actual garden is always a good idea. However, realizing it might be a bit confusing and complicated without some guidance. This article aims at presenting the general outlines of the process and the decisions that have to be made. It starts with how to choose the plants, then goes through the floral beds and borders and ends with an overview of required maintenance.... 5 Simple Tips on Looking After Metal Sheds - Metal Sheds are by far and away the most popular type of outdoor garden building if you are looking for something that is long lasting as well as secure. However, this type of building isn't indestructible as people may think. This is an article that includes five simple steps on maintaining your metal shed and to help insure it last for a long time.... Aquaponic Gardening: Frequently Asked Questions - Aquaponic gardening is a process that raises a lot of questions. From "What is aquaponics?" to "What types of plants can you raise?" this article has you covered. So let's get started with the most basic question of all.... Filling a Summer Container - With the rest of the garden blooming with colour and life, why not transfer a little of that colour to patios and walls by filling pots and other containers with a display of summer bedding plants. There is a huge variety of plants to choose from. Whether its colour or scent you are after, here are a few ideas for creating a decorative summer container display.... Greenhouse Kits Help Fill The Scarce Food Gap - Where does your food come from? Can you find the foods your looking in the grocery stores? Greenhouse gardening is providing success of plant growth and helping with the scarce food problem. Don't go hungry, grow a garden and live a healthier lifestyle.... Planting Tomatoes - Tips to Plant Tomatoes in Your Garden - Producing high quality tomatoes is easy to do when you know the proper way of planting and fertilizing. In the US and other countries gardeners grow more tomatoes than any other vegetable. It is the perfect garden crop!... Aquaponics Design: The Parts of the System - Aquaponics is a wonderful example of the circle of life in action. Fish, by their very nature, give off ammonia. This ammonia can be converted into nitrates which will feed plants and allow them to thrive. As the plants take the needed nitrates, they filter the water for the fish, allowing them to survive in a clean environment.... Caring For A Bonsai Ginseng - My Basic Tips - A simple and informative approach on how best to care for your Bonsai Ginseng. Put together by of course an owner of many such plants.... Growing Plants Without Soil - It used to be common knowledge that plants required three things to survive: soil, water, and light. In more recent years the study of hydroponics and aquaponics has led to the discovery that, in fact, growing plants without soil is possible.... Interior Plants Can Act As an Affordable, Out of the Box Team Building and Stress Management Therapy - The positive effects of greenery on the working environment have been known and exploited for quite some time. Both employers and employees benefit greatly from the fresh vibe and cozy feeling they bring. This article aims at presenting interior plants as something more than decoration and a means to boost up productivity. It offers some thoughts on how they can be used to build a sense of tranquility and belonging in the staff.... Top Ten Benefits of Artificial Grass: Artificial Grass As a Natural Grass Alternative - Artificial grass is as good as natural grass. In many aspects, it can even be better. The synthetic substitute ultimately upgrades your lawn to a magnificent view. The benefits that artificial lawns bring revolutionize how people do landscaping.... Greenhouse Kits Will Save You Money on Food Cost and Reduce Health Cost - Greenhouse kits and a garden will save you more money than you can imagine. This is a true story about a diabetic that cut all her medical bills and grocery bills in half or more with simple living. Anyone can live this same lifestyle and save money. A great lifestyle to have and share with family and friends. Start gardening today and live an enriched healthier lifestyle.... Caring for Roses - Doing Things Right - Like any other tasks, caring for roses, if not done right will end up with results you'll not be happy with. You may even reach to a point where you become frustrated and give up rose gardening. To be successful in caring for roses, get on the right track by doing the right thing in growing them, and be aware of the right things you need to do. Here are some things you need to remember in caring for roses.... How To Keep Pests Away From Your Garden - Pests and insects are a common problem in most of the gardens and they pose as a threat to your beloved plants. They gorge on leaves, fruits and vegetables growing in the garden. Sometimes they get out of hands and destroy all the plants leaving you disappointed. If you do not control them then they can potentially take over the entire garden and ruin all your hard work.... Jerusalem Artichokes - Jerusalem artichokes are not related to other types of artichoke, and are tubers, just like potatoes. They are particularly easy to grow.... A Few Things You Should and Should Not Do to Attract Wildlife to Your Garden - Gardens are very important to wildlife. They not only provide food and shelter to a large number of plants, insects and animals, they form a 'bridge' between very built-up areas and natural countryside to allow wildlife to move easily from one place to another. Also, as more and more of our natural habitats become eroded, polluted or disappear all together, our gardens are increasingly becoming a refuge for our wildlife. Whether you are an expert... Preparing for Your First Spring Time Gardening - Spring time gardening and everything you need to know! Are you ready for spring gardening? Here's a quick guide to help you out.... Growing Tomatoes in Tiny Spaces - One of the best things about tomatoes is that you can grow them just about anywhere, even on a small patio or tiny balcony. While some people maintain that growing tomatoes in containers is more time consuming than growing them in a veggie garden, this is not true.... What Flowers To Plant For Blooms All Season - Who does not want a garden full of blooming plants and shrubs? Most of us grow perennial plants that bloom once or twice a year and then die back to re-appear next year. However, there are many perennial varieties that bloom all year and accentuate the landscape with colorful flowers.... Amazing Harvest From Your Vegetable Garden Planting - You can grow fresh organic food in amazing quantities,in any soil.You do it more efficiently than conventional gardening,with less effort,and you don't have to dig or heave heavy loads.With a little planning and the ability to break away from the garden stereotype,you can become a hunter gatherer in your garden,harvesting the likes of your perennial lettuce and spinach beet and broccoli, year after year without the effort of spring planting.... How To Make Use of Yard Space Efficiently - Figuring out what to do with one's yard can be rather difficult, but even more so if one is coming from a rental place that has no yard at all. Balancing elements like a play place for the kids and places to put plants can be somewhat difficult based on the size and shape of the yard space available. Without appropriate planning, future ideas may not be able to be applied when the best locations are used by other things that one simply does not t... Bringing the Critters to Your Garden - Summer time is here and it is the best time of the year to attract the small animals such as birds to the yard so that there is the opportunity to enjoy the sight of them. There are iron bird feeders out there that can bring a number of different creatures around to enjoy a good time in your yard, the key is to figure out which ones are going to work with what is already in place. Be sure and take the time to have a look at all the available meta... Gardening 101 - How To Maintain Your Garden - A thriving garden attracts a lot of attention and gets appreciated by everyone. Growing the right kind of plants and using different elements to accentuate the landscape play a crucial role in the overall success of any garden. However, proper care and maintenance are also an integral part of gardening and they should not be overlooked.... Aquaponics For Fun - What is aquaponics? Simply defined, it is a method of growing fresh vegetables and fruits and, simultaneously, sustain a freshwater fish system. Sounds pretty healthy and it is. Sounds pretty difficult ..but it's NOT!... Fast Growing Shade Trees For A Perfect Landscape - Trees are considered to be an asset to any landscape and they make the surroundings greener and livelier. Shade trees are known to control the temperature during harsh summer months. If grown in proper location, they can also help in reducing utility bills by cutting down cooling costs. There are numerous varieties of shade trees available in the market that you can grow for shade around the house.... Enjoying Tomatoes Throughout The Year - A tomato is a very common ingredient found in most home cooked recipes. Aside from the fact that it is one of the most abundant and available vegetable in market, it is also contains the most number of nutritional elements that is good for the human body.... Metal Halide Light Bulbs - What You Should Know - Metal halide light bulbs are specifically designed for a purpose. In the case of indoor growing operations, these bulbs are essential during the vegetative state of plant life. Bulbs are available in wattages ranging from 250 to 2000 watts, and need ballasts, igniters, capacitors, and power supplies to operate effectively. These lights are a form of HID, or high-intensity discharge, lighting.... 15 Reasons to Own a Hobby Greenhouse - Before we can get into the reasons proper for owning a hobby greenhouse, we first have to define exactly what a so-called hobby greenhouse is all about. A hobby greenhouse, in case you do not already know, is nothing more than a small or even a moderate structure that is home to fruits, vegetables and flowers, all of which have been recreationally grown. In stark contrast to greenhouses of the commercial and large-scale kind, a greenhouse of this... How To Landscape Your Garden On A Budget - Landscaping the entire garden can turn out be quite expensive. Most of the gardening enthusiasts face this issue and they are on a continuous lookout for better options. There are many inexpensive ways of landscaping a garden or yard to make it more appealing. If you choose the right kind of features and elements then you can certainly get a beautiful garden.... 21st Century Infectious Potato Disease - A really nasty seed-borne bacterial blackleg disease, Dickeya solani is causing concern to potato farmers. First identified in Holland in 2005, Dickeya solani is an aggressive form of another type of blackleg disease, Dickeya dianthicola that has established itself in several countries in Europe, including Spain, France and Belgium, as well as in Finland and Poland.... Gardening 101 - Tips For Growing Flowering Trees - Colorful and vibrant trees with flower laden branches are an asset to any landscape. They can transform the entire garden and make it more lively and bright. Flowering trees are great for landscaping the home garden as they add a lot of color and interest to the property.... 4 Tips for Pruning Trees and Shrubs - 4 tips for pruning trees and shrubs are shared with readers. The article was written for the new and experienced gardener, is to goes over 4 basic cornerstones of why pruning is performed, equipment upkeep, time of year, parts of plant that should be pruned, and pruning for shape.... Choosing Durable Long-Lasting Planters For Your Gardening Project - Would you like to find a planter that you don't have to change out every year because it is broken or falling apart? Taking the time to choose the right planters for your project can fix all that.... Organic Rose Gardening Dos and Don'ts - For all we know, you may have already been using organic rose gardening, but you just don't know it yet. This is one of the most effective and eco-friendly ways to grow roses. In layman's terms, organic rose gardening simply involves application of ONLY natural, organic and biodegradable materials to be used as fertilizers and pesticides to your roses. To be successful in growing roses organically, you just have to know what to do and what not to... Raised Bed Gardening Ideas - Using a raised bed garden is the perfect solution for areas with hard to work soil and poor drainage. There are many different raised bed gardening ideas available. Add in your own creativity to make your garden personal and stand out from all the others.... Basic Requirements for Aquaponics Commercial Farming - The idea of giving aquaponics a commercial value is its proven and tested benefits. Aquaponics is a combination of two farming methods for food production - aquaculture and hydroponics. The term is derived from "aqua" from aquaculture or fish farming and "ponics" from hydroponics or soil-less gardening.... Garden Types - Not every individual desires to have the same type of garden. This is why we have a variety of garden types to choose from; so you can find the one that meets your needs. Of course the type of garden one chooses will also depend upon the location a person lives and the space they have to work with. Some gardens work well to enhance your landscape which is often desired by those who have a less than perfect yard, or little to work with; more rocks... Ideal Aquaponics Fish For Your Aquaponics System - If you are new to aquaponics systems, you might still get confused on what kind of aquaponics fish that should be grown in the tank. There are lots of fish for you to choose from, including the kind of fish you like the most. Although you can just put any type of fish that you want, still you need to consider what type of fish can survive on the type of system you have put up. There is an ideal fish for your aquaponics system, and the most import... Using Herbs As Companion Plants - Companion planting is widely practiced in organic gardening. It is an effective and natural way to protect your garden from insect pests and promote healthy growth among all your plants. Some herbs in particular have a good effect on the growth, taste and health of other crops. Here is a guide to which plants some of the most common herbs are thought to be good companions for.... Wild Flowers That Help Attract Wildlife Into Your Garden - The definition of a wild flower is one that is native to the country and hasn't been cultivated or modified by breeding. Wild flowers have long been important to us for their healing properties but are more important to maintaining a healthy eco-system. They attract beneficial insects into the garden which in turn then help to fertilise our crops and provide food themselves for other wildlife. If this is not reason enough to grow wild flowers in ... Easy Aquaponics - This article is about the many aspects of Aquaponics. The aim of this article is to inform individuals on making a good decision when considering sticking their fingers in the aquaponics pie.... Garden Aerator - This article explains why you should consider using and employing a garden aerator. This is often not properly understood and an often confused part of the gardening process and this article hopefully will explain how easy and very important it is to do.... Simple Gardening - Tips for Beginners - Learn about the different types of soil and how to water your plants. You also have to be aware of the most common mistakes gardeners can commit.... Using Clay Pebbles In The Bottom Of Pots - Clay pebbles can be a very economic alternative for those with home gardens. While they may not be recommended for use in large pots due to their subpar nutrient-lifting properties, they can be quite effective when used in small pots and containers. Also, unlike other fillers clay pebbles can also be rinsed and re-washed indefinitely, usually pH neutral, and their round shape allows for ample ventilation throughout the pot, aerating the roots and... Ladybugs, the Garden Savior - This is a look at using live ladybugs as an organic alternative to harmful chemical pesticides and sprays. Find out why ladybugs are one of the best general garden predators!... How To Grow Garlic and Some Varieties to Grow - Allium sativum or garlic is a member of the onion family of plants. It is also closely related to leeks, shallots and chives. Originally native to central Asia, garlic has become a staple for both culinary and medicinal purposes, particularly in Mediterranean countries. Garlic is very easy to grow and will grow all-year-round in very mild climates. Here is a short guide on how to plant garlic and some of the best varieties to grow.... Top 5 Reasons Why You Need a Garden Gate - Garden gates are one of the most loved fences by most people in terms of aesthetic measures. Wooden types are actually the top most preferred type when it comes to the entrance of the house. This is due to its simplicity which basically matches any house theme one could ever think of. A lot of people prefer to set up fences for some other reasons- it may be entrance, driveway, or perhaps the garden types.... Can You Use A Wood Chipper To Make Mulch? - Plenty of dedicated gardeners will spend hundreds of dollars each year on organic bark mulch for use on their properties, but have you ever wondered whether there is a cheaper way to do this? Chances are, if you're a dedicated gardener you have a wood chipper of some kind - did you know that you can use this machine to make your own organic bark mulch (and for a fraction of the price of buying bags of it)? Wood mulch that is created using a wood ... What You Could Have With Garden Workshops - When you are interested in outdoor sheds that will not only help solve your storage problem but they can also add value to the property and give a good place for your hobbies your best option is to have useful and convenient garden workshops. They also look good in the garden due to their natural appearance.... Preserving Top Soil - The Life and Breathe of Farm Yields - As you probably guessed, the term topsoil refers to the top layer of earth's surface. Now that is an ingenious way of naming it right? Well, being at the top layer is not the only defining characteristic of topsoil.... Raising Compost Worms: How the Experts Do It - Worm experts know that when you plan on raising compost worms, four vital components should always be kept in mind. For you to be able to raise and breed healthy and thriving worm composting worms, it will best to go accordingly ... What Is the Lasagna Gardening Method? - Upon reading the title, you would probably start thinking about a garden that grows ready-made lasagna or a garden that grows lasagna ingredients. Well, you're absolutely wrong with every assumption. Lasagna gardening is a horticultural method. It may sound appetizing but it's basically a procedure that helps establish a new garden bed.... Gardening in the Shade - Pros and Cons - Considering some of the adverse conditions in shaded areas, they always seem to be avoided by gardeners for what seems to be the lack of possibilities these locations seem to offer, however there are numerous plants that thrive tremendously under such conditions. Prime candidates for a location such as these would be ... Maintaining a Beautiful Rose Tree Garden - Do you have a rose tree garden? Do you want to know how to maintain it in its perfect state and form? If you answer is yes, then this article is for you (and also for those who plan to have one, too). Proper care for rose tree garden can be tricky, but not really difficult as what we usually think. Below are simple tips to follow to maintain a beautiful rose tree garden.... Always in Bloom - Flower Beds for Beginners - How to choose a place for flower beds. Place the flower bed in front of a window or near the entrance to the house, where you can enjoy it all the time.... An Outline of the Most Common Mediums Used in Hydroponics - There are numerous kinds of mediums within the marketplace and the one that you employ will be determined by the types of fruits and vegetables you are wanting to cultivate. Just about any hydroponic retailers will be likely to recommend what substrates to employ, however I have provided an outline of the most popular substrates used in hydroponic methods.... Growing and Cultivating Bonsai Trees - When most people think bonsai trees, they think they have to find a nursery selling this beautiful art. Realisticly there are many ways to get bonsais into your home.... How to Build a Spider Mite Free - Closed Grow Environment (CGE) Part 1 - The most effective way to keep spider mites out of your indoor grow room is to turn it into a Closed Grow Environment.?This method artificially replaces your natural environment with a "perfect" grow environment.... Too Much Water - 'Too much water' isn't a phrase that we hear very much in Australia - usually it's the opposite. But after years of drought, heavy rainfall in New South Wales, and other areas has caused some unexpected problems.... Backyard Greenhouse Advantages - Explore the advantages of having a backyard greenhouse. They can be a multi purpose structure, not just for growing plants but to enhance your yard's esthetic quality.... Copyright © 2012, Golf Information 4 U. All Rights Reserved. |