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Texas Grass Types
Grasses grow well in Texas, although some require regular watering.green grass image by jimcox40 from Fotolia.comThe types of grasses that grow well in Texas depend on the part of the state and the season of the year. With lawns, timing is everything. It is better to grow most grasses in...
How to Make Rose Lattices
Rose lattice is a form of wooden lattice used to support climbing roses. The lattice can be attached to a wall, dug into the ground or hooked onto other garden structures such as arches and pergolas. After installing the rose lattice, you'll need to train your roses to climb the lattice by wrapping
Which Is Better for Playgrounds: Rubber Mulch or Wood?
Rubber mulch is a safe, clean, nontoxic alternative to wood mulch in a playground setting. Rubber mulch is made from used tires reclaimed from tire dealers. A commercial process removes all metal and nylon cord and forms the rubber into 5/8-inch pellets. The chips come with a lifetime warranty and c
Care of New Sod & Seed
Preparing your lawn bed before planting grass seeds or sod is crucial for successfully establishing a new lawn. But so is providing adequate care immediately after planting. Although established lawns recover from a couple of weeks of neglect, newly planted grass requires constant attention to devel
Do It Yourself Patio Trellis
A patio is a great place to enjoy the outdoors, but privacy may be a concern. A DIY patio trellis is a great way to address this and at the same time add some plants to enhance the setting. A vine-covered rail-height trellis will separate the patio from the rest of the yard, and taller sections can
Things to Know Before You Consider Buying Canopies and Shade Products
A great solution when it comes to hosting outdoor events, whether personal or commercial, would be to utilise a folding canopy. You can always rent these items, but it's usually a better idea to buy them.
How to Use Rocks For Landscaping
If you're looking to turn your yard into the talk of the neighborhood, consider using rocks in your landscaping plans. Here are a few ideas to get you started!
How to Repair Wrought Iron Fencing
Like any other type of fencing, wrought iron requires maintenance to preserve its structural soundness. Moisture from rain, snow and humidity will attack bare iron through chips in the paint. The moisture causes rust to form, which leads to corrosion in the metal surface. It's best to do preventive
Care & Maintenance for a Wrought Iron Fence
Wrought iron fencing is available in a wide range of styles, from simple square bars to highly-ornate creations such as the fencing surrounding London's Westminster Abbey. The one thing these fences have in common is that they are typically custom made and more expensive than other kinds of fencing.
Converter Vs. Inverter
Inverters and converters both refer to electrical devices designed for the conversion of voltage. These devices, both commonly used throughout numerous industries, vary in such areas as function, application and limitations.
Specs for Toro Lawn Mowers
Toro has been in business since 1914, producing a wide range of lawn mowers for home and commercial use. The company describes itself as a "global leader in turf and landscape maintenance." Each machine Toro produces mows a specific size and type of yard, so it's important to understand your needs b
How to Make Compost From Rotten Logs
If you have old rotten logs on your property, you may think your only alternative to cleaning up the area is to discard them. But don't throw them away; they are ideal for adding to your compost bin and to provide texture to your soil. Although you don't want to throw them in whole, as it will take
The Phases of Pool Construction
Pool construction involves several phases. The entire process is generally hard and usually would lasts for months depending on the size of the pool, design and the number of people working to complete it. And ...
How to Fence a Field
Fences have been used by humans to protect land and livestock since before written history. For the most part, fences were constructed in the same way, until the invention of barbed wire. Throughout history, different kinds of fences have included wood, rock and tightly woven brush, but barbed wire
How to Barb Wire Fence: Tips & Tricks
Barbed wire, while somewhat dangerous, is one of the most durable types of fencing you can build for boxing in animals and keeping sections of your fields and yards separate. There are a variety of tips and tricks for protecting yourself while building barbed wire fences. In addition, there are a fe
Hardscapes and Hardscaping
Discover how you can brighten up your property with a professional hardscape. Hardscaping is what's hot right now. Here you will see Designs and Materials.
How to Compost Used Napkins
Composting is a great way to dispose of kitchen and yard waste, but it can also be a good way to dispose of paper waste that cannot go to the recycling center. Newspaper, cardboard and magazines can all easily be recycled, in many cases at the curb. These products will then be turned into new paper.
A Few Things to Remember If You Are a Tree Surgeon or Just Considering Joining the Profession
It seems that tree surgery is a bit of a dying profession but as a matter of fact nothing could be further from the truth as I'm always being asked "how do you get to be a tree surgeon?" Well the truth is you have to do a great deal of studying as you don't just need to know how
Importance of Synthetic Grass Canada
If you are one of the lucky few to have front yards and back yards, consider using synthetic grass for your lawn. Usually used for golf courses, artificial turf is slowly becoming a household fixture. ...
Blue Fungus in Lawns
Like most plants, some lawn grasses are susceptible to plant diseases. The most common cause of disease in lawn grasses, according to Jessica Hyatt of North Carolina State University, is fungus spores. These natural spores can cause a variety of symptoms, including the presence of visible blue fungu