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What Grass Do I Grow in the Summer?
Bermuda Grass is a grass native to Africa.Lawn image by Yuriy Rozanov from Fotolia.comSummer is a difficult time to grow grass across the United States. High heat combined with little rainfall can cause even drought-tolerant grass to become patchy and bare. Often during drought...
Planting Around Your Tree: Top Ten Plants That Grow Best in the Shade
A tree may seem like an obstacle if it is creating an area that is too shady for spring bulbs to grow. A number of plants will actually benefit from the shade to create a unique and pretty garden of blossoms and evergreen foliage.
Important Considerations When Buying a Rope Hammock
When the word 'hammock' is mentioned most people instantly visualize a rope, net-like bed swinging between two trees. This traditional hammock has long been the most popular type and remains so today. The two basic types of rope hammock are cotton and synthetic, both having their advantage
What Does Prorate Growth in St. Augustine Grass Mean?
If someone was to prorate growth in St. Augustine grass, he would look at how the growth of the grass compared to other grasses in his lawn. Synonyms for prorate are apportion or assess.
Landscaping In Deer Country
Deer are a frequent problem in many urban-wildland interfaces, and browsing can be severe, causing owners to give up in frustration. There are popular several approaches to deal with this problem.
Ideas for a Swimming Pool Deck
An integral part of any swimming pool is the space that surrounds it. To maximize the full benefit a pool can provide, you should incorporate a pool deck that adds space for entertaining, dining, lounging and outdoor living. There are three basic decking materials to choose from: wood, composite woo
Differences Between a Preamplifier & an Amplifier
A preamplifier and a power amp are often combined in one unit.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty ImagesA preamplifier does not merely boost the volume of your audio signal before it reaches a main amplifier, as the term misleadingly implies. If you a play a musical instrument as part of a...
The Importance of Tension Wire on Chain Link Fencing
Tension wire is an important part of a chain link fence. It makes a more secure fence and helps keep your pets safe in the yard.
How to Design Patio Pavers
A patio made of pavers is a beautiful addition to a home. The shapes and colors of the pavers are what create the attractive patterns that are often found on these patios. An innovative and creative homeowner can design custom concrete pavers.
Propagation of Variegated Monkey Grass
Monkey grass, Ophiopogon japonicus, is a hardy groundcover for home landscapes. Monkey grass is sometimes referred to as mondo grass, but both names refer to the same species of plant. Several variegated cultivars are readily available and all are easy to propagate by crown division. Monkey grass is
Energy Efficient Outdoor Shades or Lattice for Privacy
Adding an outdoor shaded area or lattice adds a great deal to a home's functionality, from energy efficiency to improved privacy. A shade structure may seem like a simple addition--and it is--but there are many more benefits to these simple structures than may appear at first glance.
Polygonum or Common Knotgrass
One man's grass is another's invasive weed; this is the case with knotgrass plants. Common knotgrass (Polygonum aviculare) is sometimes also referred to as knotweed. Knotgrass has some characteristics that could classify it as an invasive species, but it's also a very easy-to-grow garden plant that
Artificial Lawn: Solution for Busy Homeowners
There are homeowners who are very particular about keeping their lawn green and beautiful. There are houses that are located in a neighborhood where lawn maintenance is mandatory. If the organisation in-charge finds that a homeowner is not taking good care of his or her lawn, they will pay a fee. Th
How to Power Wash a Deck for Toxins
As scientists learn more about the impact of caustic chemicals on both humans and the environment, you might be concerned about the dangerous substances contained in the paint, stain or finish on your older deck. The best way to achieve peace of mind is to strip your deck down to the bare wood and r
Different Kinds of Treated Decking Boards
As an organic material, wood is subject to decay and rot when exposed to moisture and insect infestations. Several types of treated wood are available for decks, but pressure-treated wood is the most common, affordable and practical choice for most homeowners. In addition to treated woods, naturally
How to Frame a Carport to the Side of a Home
A carport is a structure that protects a car from the elements and provides cover to stop birds messing up your paintwork after you just cleaned the vehicle. Carports are often built from a simple wood frame with a flat roof and open sides. You can frame a carport to the side of your home inside of
How Backyard Landscaping Ideas Can Let You Get Beautiful Scenery
Backyard landscaping ideas can help you to create an atmosphere in your backyard to be very fun and transform your dingy lawn into a dazzling retreat. The backyard is a space to rest in and ...
How To Grow Grass Quickly
Are you tired of "watching the grass grow"? In other words, would you like to have a fresh, green, vital lawn in a relatively short period of time? Do you have bald spots in your ...
How to Install Interior Wrought Iron Spindles
Replacing your existing spindles with wrought iron spindles is a job that you can do without the need to hire an expensive professional. Often referred to as balusters, iron spindles can re-energize your interior and make your staircase a work of art. After you have removed the existing spindles, or
How to Build a Patio on Grass
While homeowners typically build a patio over a cleared, flat surface, you can build a patio on grass. The ground needs to be fairly level, and you do put down a barrier that eventually kills the grass underneath the patio pavers. Building a patio on grass is a good way to build an inexpensive patio