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.
Lemon balm or mint is an herb grown for its medicinal, culinary and ornamental values. The fresh leaves add a lemony flavor to soups, sauces and oils, while a tea…
Peppermint (Mentha x piperita) is a native plant of England and a member of the large mint family. The herb is easy to grow, and it is used for cooking…
Weeds are simply plants growing in the wrong place. This is worth remembering before you automatically reach for the weed killer or scythe. Some plants might be considered weeds by…
One of the most frustrating problems with growing a lawn is managing weeds. Besides making a lawn look unattractive and unkempt, lawn weeds can complete with grass for nutrients and…
There are manual and chemical solutions to manage and eradicate knotweed and when practiced with persistence can clear an infestation. You can remove them yourself or through some expert gardeners…
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…