| Darn Those Deer!
Fall
and winter mark the beginning of the worst seasons for deer damage to
your landscapes. Deer will eat just about anything in the winter --
their food supply is low and they can’t be choosy.
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| The Benefits of Birding
The
benefits of birding -- a subject that probably elicits a gamut of
reactions, anywhere from “are there any?” to “which one: economic,
environmental or educational?” For those tired and overly-stimulated
plodders in the “bits, bytes and bauds” world of today, the focus here
is on birding and the tangible benefit it provides in the area of
biophilia. Bio-what?
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| Popular Game Brings Families Together During the Holidays
When
hosting a holiday party, it is always a good idea to have a few games
on hand for your guests to play. The non-adventurous will enjoy card
games or board games. For everyone one else, offer an introduction to
Ladder Golf, a game that has been steadily gaining in popularity.
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| A New Breakthrough in Gardening
Whether
you have an extensive greenhouse or a small container garden in your
home, you want your plants to do well. Common knowledge tells us that
plants need water, sun and nutrients to flourish. But according to
recent studies, surprisingly, there is another crucial element for
successful gardening: Oxygen. Here's what you can do for your plants.
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| Protect Your Home with Secure Fences and Gates in Good Working Order
A
fence is an investment most homeowners make only once or twice in their
lives. Fences provide protection, privacy and “curb appeal.” They can
define property lines and enhance security, keeping children and pets
in and unwelcome intruders out. A good fence, especially an isolation
fence around a swimming pool, can also reduce homeowners’ liability.
Here's what to consider so you get the best fence for you.
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| Lighting Plays a Huge Role in Your Home’s Curb Appeal
Adding
outdoor lighting is a smart investment not only from a security
standpoint, but because of the dramatic affect it has on curb appeal.
When you’re ready to begin the dramatic and instant beautification of
your property, here are some tips to get started.
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| Get Your House in Shape for Football Season
According
to the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI),
extending the footprint of your home by creating living space outside
is one of the hottest trends in home remodeling right now. Here's a
project that will give you a good start.
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| Green Landscaping Adds Green Value
Thinking
of selling your home? Sprucing up your yard will help get buyers
attention and can add up to 15 percent to its value.Here are some tips
on how to do it.
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| Manage Rainwater Runoff With Beauty and Style
The
growing desire to create a “green” environment combined with the trend
of extending our outdoor living space bring functional and decorative
ways to manage water on our property. Water management is a great way
individual households can help to keep watersheds, rivers, lakes and
oceans from filling up with polluted runoff. Here are a few ways the
environmentally conscious homeowner can manage the water that falls on
their little corner of the world -- and do it in a way that adds beauty
to the yard.
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| Revive Your Summer-stressed Lawn This Fall
People
associate lawn care with spring and summer, but the fall is actually
the optimal time to take steps toward a healthy, greener lawn. Here are
some tips for your fall lawn care.
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| A Beautiful Landscape Starts in the Fall
Every
year, a lot of time, money and effort is devoted to the pursuit of a
beautiful and well-maintained home landscape. Keep these tips in mind
when tackling the landscape for fall and winter.
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| Pests Fall with Autumn Treatment
As
the summer months come to a close and autumn sneaks in, homeowners in
the southern United States know one thing is for sure: Fall brings not
only more comfortable weather, but also an increased fire ant threat.
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| Redwood: A Beautiful, Environmentally Smart Fencing Option
A
fence can be one of the hardest working features of your home. The
right fence will define your space, create privacy and shade, and
retain its beauty while standing up to even the harshest weather. The
perfect fence will also reflect your commitment to living “green.” Here
are some tips and reasons why redwood is the ideal wood for such a
project.
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| Using the Right Tools to Maximize Fall Lawn Cleanup
Many
homeowners enthusiastically care for their lawns and gardens during the
spring and summer months but tend to neglect them during the fall.
After all, there’s no need to spend time maintaining the yard with
winter on its way, right? Wrong.
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| How to Get Your Yard Ready for Winter
There
are a few simple things you'll need to do in the coming weeks to help
your yard endure the winter. Some of those chores are easier than
others, but you don’t need to call a professional landscaping company
to do the job. You can do it yourself with the help of rented tools.
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| Autumn Trends in Outdoor Living
Autumn.
The very word conjures up colorful images, comforting impressions and
cool feelings of a restful season. With the cooler temperatures that
autumn brings, now is the perfect time to finally realize the
relaxation you have been promising yourself all through the summer
months. And what better place to relax than in the great outdoors.
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| Three Simple Steps to a Fresh Fall Landscape and Garden
Every
garden and landscape space needs freshening up by summer’s end.
Exhausted from the scorching sun, heat and drought of the season,
updating the landscape with a few simple projects and garden chores can
have it looking revitalized for fall in no time.
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| How to Shop Like an ‘Exterior Designer’
Today,
there is an endless array of options for putting the finishing touch on
your lawn, garden, patio, deck or dock. Here are some tips for
do-it-yourself "exterior designers."
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| Outdoor Living Spaces: Adding an Outdoor Room
One
of the hottest trends among homeowners is to extend a home’s living
space to the outdoors. Many homeowners want a refuge from the hectic
pace of daily life. Decks can provide a place to relax and enjoy the
outdoor setting.
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| Gazebos: The New Gathering Place Away from Home
Many
homeowners wish to turn their backyards into outdoor living spaces,
bringing indoor comforts into the fresh outdoor air. Gazebos are
uniquely suited to do this by providing a covered retreat that adds
distinction to the outdoor living space.
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| Take Advantage of Every Last Moment You Can Spend Outside this Season
The
summer solstice has passed, the days are getting shorter and soon the
fading sunlight will serve as a signal for the leaves to start turning
color and fall from the trees. But just because Mother Nature is
preparing for her winter slumber doesn’t mean you have to do the same.
Here's how to prolong your enjoyment of the great outdoors.
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