Skillful pruning helps determine how prolifically shrubs fill out and bloom. Follow these tips to keep your shrubbery thriving. Timing of pruning Pruning branches encourages growth and should occur at the right time of year....
Skillful pruning helps determine how prolifically shrubs fill out and bloom. Follow these tips to keep your shrubbery thriving. Timing of pruning Pruning branches encourages growth and should occur at the right time of year....
What happens if you dig a flower bed or posthole and discover ancient artifacts such as pottery or a Native American weapon? Who does the find belong to? Will government officials descend on your property?...
Climate change has made landscaping choices more complicated, especially in areas with warmer temperatures. One huge challenge is the extended periods of drought that occur across the southern states. The good news is that a...
When you travel, you want to board your sweet pets at the best possible facility. But how do you know your pet will be comfortable, safe, and well cared for at a kennel? Here’s how...
Your beloved dog loves to romp outside, but when summer temps soar, you must protect him from overheating. Here’s what you need to know about keeping your pets cool. How hot is too hot? Be...
Brilliant green grass is essential to a beautiful yard. Do you know what to do—and not to do—to keep your grass lovely? Check out these eight best practices to maintain a healthy lawn that will...
Life thrives in unexpected places, such as when grass or weeds pop up from cracks in sidewalks, patios, and driveways. Here’s a guide to removing weeds and preventing these unsightly trespassers. It starts with a...
Birds sometimes build their nests on or around our houses. You might find one wedged between a porch light and the wall, in a rafter of a shade arbor, or in a hanging plant pot....
Tree stumps are an unsightly tripping hazard in your yard. How do you remove them? It’s not as hard as you may think. Here’s how to remove tree stumps. Step one: cut the stump down...
Designing a home landscape yourself may seem overwhelming. How do you even know where to start? But working step by step, you can handle the job. Here’s how to develop and implement a charming DIY...
