Backyard and Garden

A sunny or dappled-shady spot is best for a healthy plant and a good show of flowers They will tolerate most soil types, but will not fare well in the extremes where the ground is wet or dry Hedges of hardy fuchsia only really grow well in mild locations – …

Building a pergola yourself will be more cost effective than buying one because you only have to pay for materials and not labor. The national average cost to build a 10-foot traditional wooden pergola yourself is about $3,500; however, it varies by project and location. How much does it cost …

Some of our favorite flowering vines produce abundant blooms only in the spring and provide lush green backdrops for the rest of the summer season. Others bloom from summer to autumn with continuous flowering. But one thing they all have in common is that they will climb a trellis with …

Cacti have plenty of personality. They come in a variety of sizes, shapes, and textures, but all of them have similar needs: They need direct sunlight with no drafts. They’ll thrive under LED grow lights. If they don’t receive sufficient light, they tend to get leggy and unattractive. Cacti are some …

Don’t underestimate the humble balcony! It may well be a small space but it can also be a lovely oasis that gives you room to experiment and be creative. With thoughtful ideas, you can turn your balcony into an urban oasis, a reading nook, a home cafe and so much …

1. Choose a location. Your pond wants light, but not full sunlight all day. You can dig a hole and lower your container, or just have it on top. container 2. If the container is not waterproof, e.g. an old pot, then add a piece of dust feed. 3. Add …

Many people think about how to water a garden. They may struggle with questions like “How much water should I give my garden?” or “How often should I water a garden?” It’s really not as complicated as it seems, but there are a few things that should be considered. These …

Take advantage of the abundance of pumpkins this fall to create a stunning vibrant arrangement of colorful succulents. This project comes together in minutes with some moss and glue. Your pumpkin succulent centerpiece will look just as beautiful sitting on a porch as it does on a dining room table, …

The veranda, the basic design element, follows the original path in the garden, and the central hotel lobby is transformed into a tea house. The former canopies are replaced and extended into a closed loop with the teahouse as the start and also the end point for the path. The …

Planters… they can be very unique. Like these planters that turn an old stump into a planter garden instead of dealing with the hassle of removing the stump. The process is simple… hollow out the center and fill it with soil. From there you fill it with whatever plant you …