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Landscape gardening starts with the whole concept, as a picture. Then this original picture becomes the blueprint that becomes the landscaped garden. So in landscape gardening there must be in the gardener's mind a picture of what he desires the whole to be when he completes his work. Here's how a landscape gardening expert would view an area to be landscaped: A bit of the theory of landscape gardening will also become clear.. Imagine we are standing before the area. Let us go to the lawn. A good extent of open lawn space is always beautiful. It is restful. It adds a feeling of space to even small grounds. A single tree or a small group is not a bad arrangement on the lawn. Do not centre the tree or trees. Let them drop a bit into the background. Make a pleasing side feature of them. In choosing trees one must keep in mind a number of things. The planting of a group of evergreens close to a house, and in the front yard is not a good idea. The effect is gloomy. Certain shrubs are good to use for hedge purposes. A hedge is rather prettier usually than a fence. The Californian privet is excellent for this purpose. Osage orange, Japan barberry, buckthorn, Japan quince, and Van Houtte's spirea are other shrubs which make good hedges. It is far better for you to stick to straight paths unless you can make a really beautiful curve. Garden paths may be of gravel, of dirt, or of grass. Flowers may well go along the side of the building, or bordering a walk. In general, though, keep the front lawn space open and unbroken by beds. What lovelier in early spring than a bed of daffodils close to the house? Hyacinths and tulips, too, form a blaze of glory. These are little or no bother, and start the spring aright. One may make of some bulbs an exception to the rule of unbroken front lawn. Snowdrops and crocuses planted through the lawn are beautiful. They do not disturb the general effect, but just blend with the whole. One expert bulb gardener says to take a basketful of bulbs in the fall, walk about your grounds, and just drop bulbs out here and there. Wherever the bulbs drop, plant them. Such small bulbs as those we plant in lawns should be in groups of four to six. Daffodils may be thus planted, too. Grape hyacinths can grow all through a side yard. The place for a flower garden is generally at the side or rear of the house. |
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Easy Hydroponics Gardening #3
Easy Hydroponics Gardening #3
2 min - Apr 4, 2008
Hydroponics sometimes discounts using organic fertilizers, because growers are convinced that they all smell bad and clog up your system. Not so Advanced Nutrients Iguana Juice, Grow and Bloom. Check it out at http://www.advancednutrients.com/iguanajuice - hydroponics, hydroponic gardening, hydroponic nutrients, iguana juice, advanced nutrients
Organic Herb Gardening Tips : How To Dry Fresh Herbs
Organic Herb Gardening Tips : How To Dry Fresh Herbs
3 min - Aug 10, 2006
Learn how to dry fresh herbs from your organic herb garden in this free video.
Gardening Advice with Richo Cech of Horizon Herbs
Gardening Advice with Richo Cech of Horizon Herbs
6 min - Jun 6, 2008
Easy Hydroponics Gardening #3
2 min - Apr 4, 2008
Hydroponics sometimes discounts using organic fertilizers, because growers are convinced that they all smell bad and clog up your system. Not so Advanced Nutrients Iguana Juice, Grow and Bloom. Check it out at http://www.advancednutrients.com/iguanajuice - hydroponics, hydroponic gardening, hydroponic nutrients, iguana juice, advanced nutrients
Organic Herb Gardening Tips : How To Dry Fresh Herbs
3 min - Aug 10, 2006
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Step 2 Garden Hopper Mobile Garden Stool and Storage #5A0000
As any gardener knows, even the best-laid plans for spending a day with the soil can be ruined by the necessity for repeated trips to the house or shed for the proper equipment. With the Step 2 Garden Hopper, however, it's possible to pack everything you need for a full day's gardening and take it all wherever you go. The Garden Hopper features an extremely sturdy seat that's just high enough to offer a comfortable perch yet low enough to keep you close to your garden. While a molded carrying handle is included within the seat itself, the Hopper's 7-inch wheels make it simple to scoot about without rising. With its sturdy double-wall construction, the Garden Hopper is strong enough to take a lot of rugged treatment. Beneath the seat is a large storage space, perfect for holding your gloves, tools, seeds, cellular phone, and other accessories you may need. In addition, this handy garden helper includes a built-in holder for a 12-ounce beverage, eliminating the need to run back into the house for refreshment. The Garden Hopper measures about 14 inches tall, 12.5 inches wide, and about 22 inches long. --Benjamin Reese
Tools & Hardware: Combination garden stool and storage tool with large underseat compartment, Wheeled storage container with hinged opening top and molded carry handle, Fully assembled; rustproof plastic, Stool, 7-inch wheels, 14 by 12-1/2 by 22 inches; 9 pounds; no warranty
Company: Step 2
List Price: $34.99
Amazon Price: $19.88
No Crank Outdoor Sink Station with Water Powered Retractable Garden Hose Reel #SK241501
The ReelSmart outdoor sink center with auto-rewind hose reel comes complete with a swivel faucet and an extra large, 24-inch sink ideal for gardening, potting, barbecue, car, or pet cleaning. This outdoor sink features two fold-out top shelves with supports, and hooks for hanging garden tools, towels, and barbecue accessories. Leader and drain hoses are included, and the center even comes with a handy storage shelf and a dual connection/control lever for the faucet and the garden hose. The sink's auto-rewind wheel can accommodate 150 feet of 5/8-inch hose, and the whole unit comes backed with a 2-year manufacturer's warranty.
Tools & Hardware: Rugged and versatile outdoor sink center with hose reel, 24-inch sink with swivel faucet, Leader and drain hoses included, Fold-out shelves and handy storage shelf, 2-year manufacturer's warranty
Company: Reel Smart
List Price: $99.99
Amazon Price: $79.99
Fiskars Axe and Knife Sharpener #7861
The Fiskars axe and knife sharpener features a patented ceramic wheel to effectively and easily sharpen axes and knives at an exact 30-degree angle. The sharpener is built for safety as well, with a built-in hand guard and non-slip feet. It is covered by a lifetime warranty.
Tools & Hardware: Knife and axe sharpener sharpens at exact 30-degree angle, Patented ceramic wheel for effective sharpening, Built-in hand guard, Non-slip feet for additional safety, Lifetime warranty
Company: Fiskars
List Price: $12.09
Amazon Price: $7.38
Fiskars Telescoping Pruning Stik #9240
Spare yourself the effort of climbing trees to reach far-off branches with this convenient and powerful telescoping pruning tool from Fiskars. The Pruning Stik's fiberglass outer pole and aluminum inner pole extend to a full 12 feet, allowing you to trim upper branches from the safety and security of the ground. Its extremely sharp cutting blade can be manipulated by pulling a rope or the pole's ergonomic handle. In addition, the sturdy cutting head rotates 240 degrees to enable you to choose the proper cutting angle for branches up to 1-1/4 inches in diameter. A 15-inch Woodzig saw blade is also included for added cutting power.
Tools & Hardware: Telescoping pruner; extends to 12 feet; 1-1/4-inch cutting capacity, Cutting head rotates 240 degrees for precise cutting angle, Plastic body and handles, fiberglass and aluminum poles, Includes 15-inch saw blade and attachment, 95-inches long; 31 ounces; Lifetime warranty
Company: Fiskars
List Price: $104.27
Amazon Price: $78.81
Gardena Aquazoom 350/T Oscillating Sprinkler #31979-6
This innovative oscillating sprinkler design can water medium-to-large yards, is fully adjustable, and comes with a built-in timer and flow control mechanisms. While many oscillating sprinklers allow you to adjust the range of the spray, this one also provides adjustments for controlling the width and the water flow. At the highest water pressure (56 psi), the width can be adjusted from 13 to 56 feet and the range from 23 to 69 feet. At low water pressure (28 psi), the width can be set from 11-1/2 to 47-1/2 feet and the range from 19-1/2 to 56.7 feet. The timer allows you to select watering times from 15 to 120 minutes, or it can be bypassed for constant flow. Gardena includes its Quick Connector hose adapter for easy time-saving hose changes and a special needle for keeping spray nozzles clean. The Aquazoom provides all the versatility and design features you could ask for in an oscillating sprinkler.
Tools & Hardware: Aquazoom, For watering rectangular or squared garden areas (e.g. lawns and vegetables), Infinately adjustable width of spray and range of spray allows individual garden watering, Encapsulated, dirt protected sprinkler gear for a longer life, Multi-stage driven gear for uniform water distribution in each oscilllating range
Company: Gardena
List Price:
Amazon Price: $50.73
Step 2 Garden Hopper Mobile Garden Stool and Storage #5A0000
As any gardener knows, even the best-laid plans for spending a day with the soil can be ruined by the necessity for repeated trips to the house or shed for the proper equipment. With the Step 2 Garden Hopper, however, it's possible to pack everything you need for a full day's gardening and take it all wherever you go. The Garden Hopper features an extremely sturdy seat that's just high enough to offer a comfortable perch yet low enough to keep you close to your garden. While a molded carrying handle is included within the seat itself, the Hopper's 7-inch wheels make it simple to scoot about without rising. With its sturdy double-wall construction, the Garden Hopper is strong enough to take a lot of rugged treatment. Beneath the seat is a large storage space, perfect for holding your gloves, tools, seeds, cellular phone, and other accessories you may need. In addition, this handy garden helper includes a built-in holder for a 12-ounce beverage, eliminating the need to run back into the house for refreshment. The Garden Hopper measures about 14 inches tall, 12.5 inches wide, and about 22 inches long. --Benjamin ReeseTools & Hardware: Combination garden stool and storage tool with large underseat compartment, Wheeled storage container with hinged opening top and molded carry handle, Fully assembled; rustproof plastic, Stool, 7-inch wheels, 14 by 12-1/2 by 22 inches; 9 pounds; no warranty
Company: Step 2
List Price: $34.99
Amazon Price: $19.88
No Crank Outdoor Sink Station with Water Powered Retractable Garden Hose Reel #SK241501
The ReelSmart outdoor sink center with auto-rewind hose reel comes complete with a swivel faucet and an extra large, 24-inch sink ideal for gardening, potting, barbecue, car, or pet cleaning. This outdoor sink features two fold-out top shelves with supports, and hooks for hanging garden tools, towels, and barbecue accessories. Leader and drain hoses are included, and the center even comes with a handy storage shelf and a dual connection/control lever for the faucet and the garden hose. The sink's auto-rewind wheel can accommodate 150 feet of 5/8-inch hose, and the whole unit comes backed with a 2-year manufacturer's warranty.Tools & Hardware: Rugged and versatile outdoor sink center with hose reel, 24-inch sink with swivel faucet, Leader and drain hoses included, Fold-out shelves and handy storage shelf, 2-year manufacturer's warranty
Company: Reel Smart
List Price: $99.99
Amazon Price: $79.99
Fiskars Axe and Knife Sharpener #7861
The Fiskars axe and knife sharpener features a patented ceramic wheel to effectively and easily sharpen axes and knives at an exact 30-degree angle. The sharpener is built for safety as well, with a built-in hand guard and non-slip feet. It is covered by a lifetime warranty.Tools & Hardware: Knife and axe sharpener sharpens at exact 30-degree angle, Patented ceramic wheel for effective sharpening, Built-in hand guard, Non-slip feet for additional safety, Lifetime warranty
Company: Fiskars
List Price: $12.09
Amazon Price: $7.38
Fiskars Telescoping Pruning Stik #9240
Spare yourself the effort of climbing trees to reach far-off branches with this convenient and powerful telescoping pruning tool from Fiskars. The Pruning Stik's fiberglass outer pole and aluminum inner pole extend to a full 12 feet, allowing you to trim upper branches from the safety and security of the ground. Its extremely sharp cutting blade can be manipulated by pulling a rope or the pole's ergonomic handle. In addition, the sturdy cutting head rotates 240 degrees to enable you to choose the proper cutting angle for branches up to 1-1/4 inches in diameter. A 15-inch Woodzig saw blade is also included for added cutting power.Tools & Hardware: Telescoping pruner; extends to 12 feet; 1-1/4-inch cutting capacity, Cutting head rotates 240 degrees for precise cutting angle, Plastic body and handles, fiberglass and aluminum poles, Includes 15-inch saw blade and attachment, 95-inches long; 31 ounces; Lifetime warranty
Company: Fiskars
List Price: $104.27
Amazon Price: $78.81
Gardena Aquazoom 350/T Oscillating Sprinkler #31979-6
This innovative oscillating sprinkler design can water medium-to-large yards, is fully adjustable, and comes with a built-in timer and flow control mechanisms. While many oscillating sprinklers allow you to adjust the range of the spray, this one also provides adjustments for controlling the width and the water flow. At the highest water pressure (56 psi), the width can be adjusted from 13 to 56 feet and the range from 23 to 69 feet. At low water pressure (28 psi), the width can be set from 11-1/2 to 47-1/2 feet and the range from 19-1/2 to 56.7 feet. The timer allows you to select watering times from 15 to 120 minutes, or it can be bypassed for constant flow. Gardena includes its Quick Connector hose adapter for easy time-saving hose changes and a special needle for keeping spray nozzles clean. The Aquazoom provides all the versatility and design features you could ask for in an oscillating sprinkler.Tools & Hardware: Aquazoom, For watering rectangular or squared garden areas (e.g. lawns and vegetables), Infinately adjustable width of spray and range of spray allows individual garden watering, Encapsulated, dirt protected sprinkler gear for a longer life, Multi-stage driven gear for uniform water distribution in each oscilllating range
Company: Gardena
List Price:
Amazon Price: $50.73
Amazon.com: gardening in Amazon.com
Root Cellaring: Natural Cold Storage of Fruits & Vegetables
Anyone can learn to store fruits and vegetables safely and naturally with a cool, dark space (even a closet!) and the step-by-step advice in this book.
Four-Season Harvest: Organic Vegetables from Your Home Garden All Year Long
If you love the joys of eating home-garden vegetables but always thought those joys had to stop at the end of summer, this book is for you. Eliot Coleman introduces the surprising fact that most of the United States has more winter sunshine than the south of France. He shows how North American gardeners can successfully use that sun to raise a wide variety of traditional winter vegetables in backyard cold frames and plastic covered tunnel greenhouses without supplementary heat. Coleman expands upon his own experiences with new ideas learned on a winter-vegetable pilgrimage across the ocean to the acknowledged kingdom of vegetable cuisine, the southern part of France, which lies on the 44th parallel, the same latitude as his farm in Maine.
This story of sunshine, weather patterns, old limitations and expectations, and new realities is delightfully innovative in the best gardening tradition. Four-Season Harvest will have you feasting on fresh produce from your garden all through the winter.
Author: Eliot Coleman, Barbara Damrosch
Paperback: 236 pages
Company: Chelsea Green (1999-10-01)
ISBN: 1890132276
List Price: $24.95
Amazon Price: $15.57
Used Price: $14.95
Gardening When It Counts: Growing Food in Hard Times (Mother Earth News Wiser Living Series)
Author: Steve Solomon
Paperback: 360 pages
Company: New Society Publishers (2006-04-01)
ISBN: 086571553X
List Price: $19.95
Amazon Price: $12.12
Used Price: $13.24
Root Cellaring: Natural Cold Storage of Fruits & Vegetables
Anyone can learn to store fruits and vegetables safely and naturally with a cool, dark space (even a closet!) and the step-by-step advice in this book.
Author: Mike Bubel, Nancy Bubel
Paperback: 320 pages
Company: Storey Publishing, LLC (1991-01-09)
ISBN: 0882667033
List Price: $14.95
Amazon Price: $8.87
Used Price: $8.86
Four-Season Harvest: Organic Vegetables from Your Home Garden All Year Long
If you love the joys of eating home-garden vegetables but always thought those joys had to stop at the end of summer, this book is for you. Eliot Coleman introduces the surprising fact that most of the United States has more winter sunshine than the south of France. He shows how North American gardeners can successfully use that sun to raise a wide variety of traditional winter vegetables in backyard cold frames and plastic covered tunnel greenhouses without supplementary heat. Coleman expands upon his own experiences with new ideas learned on a winter-vegetable pilgrimage across the ocean to the acknowledged kingdom of vegetable cuisine, the southern part of France, which lies on the 44th parallel, the same latitude as his farm in Maine.This story of sunshine, weather patterns, old limitations and expectations, and new realities is delightfully innovative in the best gardening tradition. Four-Season Harvest will have you feasting on fresh produce from your garden all through the winter.
Author: Eliot Coleman, Barbara Damrosch
Paperback: 236 pages
Company: Chelsea Green (1999-10-01)
ISBN: 1890132276
List Price: $24.95
Amazon Price: $15.57
Used Price: $14.95
Gardening When It Counts: Growing Food in Hard Times (Mother Earth News Wiser Living Series)
The decline of cheap oil is inspiring increasing numbers of North Americans to achieve some measure of backyard food self-sufficiency. In hard times, the family can be greatly helped by growing a highly productive food garden, requiring little cash outlay or watering.
Currently popular intensive vegetable gardening methods are largely inappropriate to this new circumstance. Crowded raised beds require high inputs of water, fertility and organic matter, and demand large amounts of human time and effort. But, except for labor, these inputs depend on the price of oil. Prior to the 1970s, North American home food growing used more land with less labor, with wider plant spacing, with less or no irrigation, and all done with sharp hand tools. But these sustainable systems have been largely forgotten. Gardening When It Counts helps readers rediscover traditional low-input gardening methods to produce healthy food.
Designed for readers with no experience and applicable to most areas in the English-speaking world except the tropics and hot deserts, this book shows that any family with access to 3-5,000 sq. ft. of garden land can halve their food costs using a growing system requiring just the odd bucketful of household waste water, perhaps two hundred dollars worth of hand tools, and about the same amount spent on supplies - working an average of two hours a day during the growing season.
Steve Solomon is a well-known west coast gardener and author of five previous books, including Growing Vegetables West of the Cascades which has appeared in five editions.
Author: Steve Solomon
Paperback: 360 pages
Company: New Society Publishers (2006-04-01)
ISBN: 086571553X
List Price: $19.95
Amazon Price: $12.12
Used Price: $13.24