Friday, February 22, 2013

Tool Center

 

Garden Tool Center

Suncast Garden Tool Center

This cart is ideal for anyone that desires convenience in the great outdoors as it carries everything you need from gardening, weeding and cleaning your lawn.

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Weeder

 

Weeder

Flexrake Handle Hula Ho® Weeder

Weeder High carbon, heat treated wiggle blade 54" premium grade hardwood handle Made in USA

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Soaker Hose

 

Black ColorStorm Premium Soaker Hose Size: 300"

Black ColorStorm Premium Soaker Hose Size: 300"

Features: -Soaker hose. -Color: Black. -Thoroughly waters using 90% less water than conventional watering. -Conveniently waters gardens and beds. -50% thicker wall eliminating the geyser effect, wasteful water that sprays out from the hose. -Made from ...

Black ColorStorm Premium Soaker Hose Size: 300"

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Thursday, February 21, 2013

Evergreen Ground Cover for Slopes

 

evergreen ground cover

There many different types of ground cover. Several are evergreen ground covers.

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Box Planter

 

Rectangular Flower Box Planter

Rectangular Flower Box Planter

Not only protect your flowers and plants with our Rectangle Flower Box but also add the beauty of teak to your outdoor or indoor space. Our Rectangle Flower box is sized to meet your larger planting projects.

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Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Fountain / Planter

 

Full Bloom Resin Fountain / Planter

Full Bloom Resin Fountain / Planter

Features: -One light planter/fountain. -Full Bloom collection. -Made of durable resin. -Water flows from adjustable, bronze-colored spigot. -Drainage holes on planter side. -Protective screen on fountain side. -For indoor and outdoor use. -Pump includ...

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Monday, February 18, 2013

Compost System

 

36" Presto Product Geobin Compost System in Black

36" Presto Product Geobin Compost System in Black

The Geobin Composting System is a low-cost, easy-solution to your yard waste problem. It replaces the unsightly pile in your backyard with an attractive, functional container. This adjustable bin will hold over 14 bushels of perfect composting ingredie...

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Sunday, February 17, 2013

Repel Insects Naturally

Marigold: Marigolds are a wonder-drug of the companion plant world, invoking the saying "plant them everywhere in your garden". French marigolds produce a pesticidal chemical from their roots, so strong it lasts years after they are gone.... There are different types of marigolds and they do different things in the garden.

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Greenhouse Kit

 

72 Cell Seed Starter Greenhouse Kit

72 Cell Seed Starter Greenhouse Kit

Features: -Mils seed starter greenhouse kit. -Simple and ready to grow. -Just add seed and water. -Kit includes 72 growing cells, four quart seeding and potting mix, tray and dome.

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Saturday, February 16, 2013

Garden Tips

 

It's easy these days to be blinded by horticultural science and bewildered by the array of new and complicated products on sale for the garden. But look back a few years and use some good old practical know-how and you'll find some amazing money-saving, nifty alternative ways of growing plants and maintaining your garden.

Garden Tips

Companion Planting

Companion Planting: Paring plants that work well together. The 3 Sisters; Pole Beans (provide nitrogen), Corn ( support for pole beans), Squash (Leaves help reduce weeds and evaporation). Originally put together by Native Americans.

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Friday, February 15, 2013

Organic Gardening

 

Organic gardening is the exact same as regular gardening except that no synthetic fertilizers or pesticides are used. This can make certain aspects difficult, such as controlling disease, insects, and weeds. Organic gardening also requires more attention to the soil and the many needs of plants.

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Monday, February 4, 2013

Chestnut Tree

 

Chestnut Tree
Chinese Chestnut trees are majestic shade trees (to 40') that produce the most luscious chestnuts you have ever eaten. It also makes an excellent tall hedge (about 15') when planted 8' apart. Their snowy white "starfish" shaped blooms; truly beautiful glossy foliage and delectable nuts in the fall make a unique, ornamental and useful hedge or specimen tree. Plant two for cross-pollination. Sturdy 1 1/2-3’ trees shipped.
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Trees

Sunday, February 3, 2013

Soil Testing

 

Soil Test

Plant growth is dependent upon several nutrients. Having a soil test performed on your garden soil will tell you how much of these nutrients are in your soil. Typically a soil test report will indicate the level of nutrients in your soil and the pH value. The report will also make recommendations for things you need to add such as the amount and type of fertilizer or lime.

Soil Testing

Saturday, February 2, 2013

10 Benefits of Mulching Your Garden

 

Using mulch in your garden is an important way to maintain healthy plants. Mulch is material spread over the soil to provide protection and add beauty to the area. Mulch is a naturally occurring product produced by fallen leaves, needles, twigs, pieces of bark, spent flower blossoms, fallen fruit and other organic material.

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Friday, February 1, 2013

How to Make Compost


Setting up the Compost Pile
Compost PileA compost pile is more than just raking up some leaves. A good mix is to have equal parts of green and brown materials plus enough water to keep it all moist. Use any plant material and leaves in your compost pile as long as they are not diseased. Branches should be ground in a chipper/shredder before putting them into the compost pile. The smaller the pieces the quicker…
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