Fall Lawn and Garden Tips
Even though the shorter days and cooler nights of autumn are approaching, there is still plenty to do in the yard and garden. In fact, fall is the perfect time for aerating your lawn, testing your soil and planting trees, shrubs or bulbs. So get ... [... more]
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About Bulbs
There are a lot of good reasons to plant a bulb garden. Aesthetically, bulbs are one of the first signs of spring. Practically speaking, bulbs are easy to plant and care for. They're suitable for beds or containers. It's hard to believe that so ... [... more]
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Black Spot
Those of us contemplating rose gardening are perhaps under the impression that roses are difficult to grow and maintain. Rose gardening can be challenging, but you don't have to leave it to the experts. You have to admit, whether they're yours or ... [... more]
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Lawn & Garden Glossary
Soil with pH less than 7.0. Raise soil pH (lower acidity and raise alkalinity) by adding lime. Loosen compacted soil to allow oxygen, water and nutrients to get below the surface. Aeration is done either by punching holes into the lawn or ... [... more]
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Fragrant Plants
Lilac is a wonderful visual and fragrant addition to any walkway. What's the first thing we do when we see a flower? Most of us smell it of course.Children especially identify the sight of a blossom with fragrance. While we can occasionally be ... [... more]
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Homegrown Tomatoes
There is nothing like a fresh tomato from your own garden on a hot summer's day. Tomatoes offer a lot to home gardeners. The first thing that comes to mind is the healthy and delicious fruit. Tomatoes are a source of vitamin C, vitamin A (from ... [... more]
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Create a Water-wise Landscape with Xeriscaping
No matter where you live, you can apply Xeriscape principles. Lush green lawns and colorful blooms may bring to mind hours of labor and lots of irrigation. But your garden doesn't have to break your back or send your water bill skyrocketing. By ... [... more]
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Requirements of IPM
Those who seek to find another method of pest control often turn to Integrated Pest Management. Integrated Pest Management, or IPM is a pest control method that places the emphasis on prevention. Lowe's is happy to provide this information as a ... [... more]
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Guide to Fertilizer
Three of the elements necessary for lawn and plant growth are oxygen, hydrogen and carbon. They are available from the environment. Plants also need nutrients that are not as readily available. Nutrients don't stay long in the soil and have to be ... [... more]
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Picking the Right Rose
A formal rose garden brings to mind images of grace and beauty on a grand scale. If your lawn is more limited in space than the Empress Josephine's Garden at Malmaison, you can still enjoy this perennial favorite. Lowe's is happy to provide this ... [... more]
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How to Select Garden Tools and Supplies
Garden tools have evolved a lot over the years, from the digging sticks of antiquity to today's highly specialized tools. Every season brings new garden gadgets and buying them can become addictive. Before you buy the latest and greatest garden ... [... more]
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Shady Characters for Your Garden
Don't let a lack of sunshine keep you from enjoying a garden. If your landscape isn't blessed with ample sunshine, don't despair. Well-chosen plants that thrive in shade can transform your yard into a relaxing green oasis. And, since a shade ... [... more]
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