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Hosta Abiqua Drinking Gourd

Hosta Abiqua Drinking Gourd is the 18th most popular Hosta plant according to the American Hosta Society. This plant has a unique cupping habit which is how it gets its name. The leaves of Abiqua Drinking Gourd cup deeply, sometimes as deep as 4 inches, and form a very unique cup shaped leaf.

The Extremes Of Caring For Orchids - The Orchid Hunters

When people hear about orchids, they think of beautiful, delicate and fragrant flowers. No one ever thinks of the word "danger" when talking about orchids. But did you know that orchids can also be dangerous ...

Companions for Planting With Shallots

Shallots are members of the onion family but they are much smaller than regular onions. The recommended planting rate is four to six shallots per person which doesn't take up much space. Select companion vegetables that are compatible with shallots in soil and sunlight requirements but don't over-pl

Making the most of your summerhouse

Summerhouses from Sheds Summerhouses offer the perfect addition to any home and garden, providing an ideal sun trap for those Summer months. Whether you're looking to use your summerhouse as somewhere that you can relax, ...

How Does Your (Calgary) Garden Grow?

And finally, if you're really serious about turning the yard around your Calgary home into an abundant wonderland, there are some great books that deal specifically with gardens in our climate zone and plants that do well here. The Calgary Horticultural Society is also a fantastic resource for

How to Protect My Garden Against Japanese Beetles

One of the most damaging insects to any garden or lawn is the Japanese beetle. Whether you have a garden or not, you have probably seen hoards of these small metallic green-and-brown beetles eating the leaves of countless plants. Japanese beetles were first introduced to the United States in 1916, d

Garden Basics

Garden is a place where our need for beauty and tranquility will be satisfied. It also gives us a sense of personal achievement. Through the garden, we can get ourselves involved into nature.

Solutions for Lawn Fertilization Mistakes

Properly fertilizing your lawn helps it remain healthy and lush.Jupiterimages/BananaStock/Getty ImagesMaking a mistake with your fertilizer is not difficult. If you underfertilize your lawn, there is not much that needs doing, as it does not create stress for your grass. Simply apply...

How to Attract Butterflies to Your Garden

Attracting butterflies to your garden is as simple as planting flowers and a few items of interest. The selection and type of flowers you plant can make all the difference. Increase the butterfly population in your garden by learning the types of host plants preferred by butterflies for their cater

Variants Of Hedge Cutters

Fuel driven cutting tools are heavy-duty equipments that can be used for big jobs. These tools can work for any length provided that they the fuel is filled again and again.

How to Take Care of a Venus Flytrap

Taking care of a venus flytrap is not as difficult as it may seem. Although this plant is unusual and highly interesting, some basic care is all that it needs to flourish.

How to Care for Umbrella Plants

The hardy umbrella plant grows stems that are 2 to 4 feet high. The leaves on top of the stems fan out like an umbrella. The plant will produce a beige flower if it is cared for properly. The plants can be used in planters, in bogs or in water gardens in areas where temperatures are ideal. Outdoors,

What's a car canopy and what are its applications?

A car canopy is a portable structural covering for a vehicle. It offers protection from direct sunlight, as well as many other weathering elements. A canopy can come in enclosed or open-air forms. The materials ...

How to Decorate Your Wishing Well

Wishing wells are decorative features that enhance your landscape. Decorating your wishing well allows you to make a stronger landscape statement than if you left the wishing well unadorned. Choose colors that accent the colors of your home, such as the colors of your shutters or the trim around you