War of the Irises
Not knowing about growing iris, I had bedded them in a corner of the yard where they were obviously unhappy and barely stayed alive, never blooming. Two years ago when I bought and planted my first iris bulbs, traditional purple ones, … Continue Reading
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Garden Rant: A whole lotta schlepping of water -Update on growing …
A whole lotta schlepping of water – Update on growing vegetables on the deck. Containers400. With no source of water near my deck, I’ve done the sensible thing for many years: grown succulents in pots. The sedums never needed watering, … Continue Reading
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Saving Time And Money With A Spa Cover
by Simon A Cowelly
You have your dream house and you have added an incredible deck to the back of it with a hot tub. It was a little expensive, but the enjoyment you get out of it each night is well worth it. The only problem is that you spend a couple of hours every [...]
Moon*&*Stars Studio: The Deck Garden
and a juniper bonsai and a boxwood in training…. Here is one of Samson Contampasis’ sculptures that i have in my gardens. You can read more about Sam and his work here ..This is just a little peek at the deck garden because i have so … Continue Reading
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Backyard Planting Experience
by Kent Higgins
How do YOU like the sketch for our yard? Personally I feel more comfortable. Its like an old hat or a broken-in pair of shoes.
When the first warm days of spring come there is a yen to get out into the yard and get things started. If you have been leading a sit-an-tarry [...]


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