A Butterfly Garden for the Landscape - Landscaping
America's love affair with butterflies never seems to end. You can now visit special butterfly houses year-round in the east from Niagara Falls to Florida. In these houses, the butterflies are carefully nurtured and provided with the nectar ... [... more]
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A Hummingbird Haven - Landscaping
When the hummingbirds arrive, I know spring can't be far behind. And I also feel great joy when the warm weather brings the hibernating butterflies out of their shelters. If you haven't already done so, do include some nectar plants for these ... [... more]
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Ants in the Landscape - Landscaping
Though homeowners don't like to see ant nests in their landscape, the fact remains that these insects aren't all bad. In fact, they are considered very beneficial in some respects. For example, ants play a key role by helping organic materials to ... [... more]
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Feeding the Birds During the Winter - Landscaping
For gardeners, winter can be a slow time, and there's nothing like feeding the birds to get your blood to moving. Winter seems to pass so much faster when you have something to look forward to each day. For me, that daily activity is feeding the ... [... more]
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Landscapes for Birds and Wildlife - Landscaping
The goal of habitat lanscaping is to attract birds, butterflies, and/or wildlife to the landscape. We do this by offering them food, shelter, and water. A lot of gardeners begin by adding a bird feeder to the landscape, and expand their offerings ... [... more]
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Palms as Container Plants and Houseplants - Landscaping
The regal and elegant palms are among the most popular trees in sub-tropical and tropical areas. In addition, these can be grown as container plants and houseplants in colder areas. Containers of palms can be used for decorating patios, ... [... more]
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Landscaping for Winter Interest - Landscaping
With proper planning, our landscapes can provide four seasons of interest. Winter is a time when we need the beauty of nature the most. Here are a few tips on winter gardens. Do this in small steps if necessary. Concentrate on a few critical ... [... more]
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Indoor Plant Book Reviews - Landscaping
Winter is a trying season for gardeners. That's when houseplants come to the rescue. This is a great opportunity to expand our horizons with respect to indoor gardening. Here are some books that can help. Much of the book is devoted to the 200+ ... [... more]
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