The Mosquito Plant
Mosquitos can ruin a beautiful summer. Just when the weather gets beautiful and you are ready to go with the barbeque, out come the mosquitos buzzing around and driving you crazy – and…
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Getting Rid Of Poison Ivy
When you’ve put a lot of effort into getting your garden looking just the way you want, any weed is an unwelcome guest. Poison ivy goes well beyond that, though – it’s a…
How To Grow Strawberries
Of all the berry fruits, strawberries are certainly the most popular and the most versatile. Fresh, with cream, in shortcake, or in jams and preserves, they have so many uses and we never…
Trees For Cold States
Those who live in colder parts of the country may look in envy at the flowering trees and exotic shrubs in the gardens of their southern neighbors, but they do have a good…
Getting Rid Of Carpenter Ants
There are few things as satisfying as a well-tended and cared for garden. Maintaining your outdoor spaces can be a joy, not just for you but also for the wildlife it brings to…
Tree Stump Removal
Sometimes it’s time for your garden to say goodbye to a large old tree. Maybe you want a new look that it just won’t fit in to, or perhaps it’s become diseased and…
Skunk Repellent
Skunks are famous for their smelly spray. It’s hard to describe skunk odor to someone who’s never experienced it; anyone who has experienced it doesn’t need it explained, because it’s not something you’ll…
Pruning Leyland Cypress Trees
Leyland cypress trees are great if you want a fast-growing screen. They can be shaped into an excellent hedge, or used to protect your property from the wind or curious eyes. They also…
Pruning Roses
Roses have been a favorite with gardeners for millennia – archaeologists know that the Babylonians were growing ornamental roses 4,000 years ago, and many believe the tradition is even older than that. Roses…
Getting Rid Of Chipmunks
Chipmunks are cute little critters – in small doses. They can quickly become a real pest in your home and garden, though. A few chipmunks living in and around your property can cause…
