Archive for the ‘Gardening’


October 6th, 2008

Green Lawn Care That Is Chemical Free

If you want to live more green and be in harmony with the environment with your lawn care, you will need to give it some planning and forethought. Gaining a better understanding of weeds and grass as plants will help you to achieve your goal.

Trying to stay true to the principles of organic and natural
living is not as easy as you think it should be. In our culture we have become
acclimated to certain conditions that have only been achieved through the use
of chemicals. From doing the laundry, to washing cars and tending our yards, we
have invented a chemical for nearly every task. If you want to live more green and
be in harmony with the environment with your lawn care, you will need to give
it some planning and forethought. 

September 27th, 2008

Proper Tree Pruning

How to Properly Prune a Tree

 

Proper pruning of trees is critical.  Trees should be pruned before they break their winter dormancy.  For those whose trees have been damaged by storms, doing the job correctly can help ensure the survival of landscape trees.

For best results, tree pruning should be done a little at a time throughout the life of the tree.  By doing this you can create desirable shapes and maintain strong trunks and branches to prolong the life of the tree.  Drastic pruning can be detrimental.  Never remove more than one-third of the branches at one time.  Remove dead or broken branches first.  This must be done carefully to avoid causing more injury.

September 20th, 2008

Go carbon neutral on outdoor garden lights

Get the most from your outdoor space and stay green.

How to get carbon neutral lighting in your garden.

Installing lights outdoors can be a tricky business and if you want to be carbon neutral then the best option is to choose outdoor solar lighting.


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