How to take care of your garden. In this category we will be looking into garden animals, constructions, fences, gates, grass, hedges, manure, patios, planting, plants, ponds, recycle, seeds, slabs, structures and weeds.
Knotweed (often referred to as Japanese Knotweed) is a a shrub-like perennial weed that’s native to Eastern Asia and has spread to the Western world. In fact, it grows so…
Japanese knotweed is a problematic weed that grows approximately 3 metres (10 feet) high and has reddish purple speckled stems and stalks. The leaves of the plant are broad, and…
With Japanese Knotweed identification, the different seasons bring out different characteristics of the plant. The growing season for Japanese knotweed is usally from April to October but with mild winters…
Patio umbrellas offer protection from heat as well as potential skin damage from the Sun. Creating shaded areas to enjoy time outside is the ultimate function of these umbrellas. In…
A canopy or awning adds versatility to a patio, making it suitable for inclement weather and providing shade on sunny days. The simplest way to make a canopy for your…
Pond fountains can provide you with a beautiful landscape until they become green with algae or black with mould due to infrequent cleaning. Often, the pumps used to flow water…
Fungi and bacteria cause most diseases of tree bark by infecting open wounds on the branches or trunks of the trees. A common symptom is a canker, an area of…
Mulch is a vital component of home gardens. It retains moisture and conditions the soil. Making bark mulch can be economically feasible if you have access to large amounts of…
Traditional gardeners were very keen on digging over ground with a spade and this method can still be useful for small areas or where extra depth of cultivation is needed.…
Drought tolerance refers to a turf’s ability to survive during dry weather where there is little or no rain. Turfs vary in their tolerance for drought conditions and water requirements.…