Gardening

Compost that is made from 100% garden waste can serve as a friendly substitute to compost that is made of peat. This type of compost is suitable for a number of uses including nurturing the soil or the cultivation of flowers, trees, vegetables, and shrubs. You can also use the material to dress and feed the lawn as well.Use Compost as a Mulch When used for soil conditioning, compost improves the soil for the establishment of turf, trees, shrubs, and planting beds. You can also mix a blend of grass seed and compost to repair divots. Apply compost as a mulch in order to preserve the moisture content of the soil, minimise erosion, and suppress the growth of weeds. Keep Compost Stored in a Dry and Cool Place As a growing media, compost can be applied in one of various ways, depending on...

There’s something about a smooth, paved driveway that’s “tops off” a well-designed property, giving the guest a feeling of welcome and the appearance of comfort. But this doesn’t happen by accident, though. Far from it. You can transform your home and garden with an exquisite block-paved driveway with the help of experienced professionals.If you’ve already decided this is an addition you want and need but have hesitated because you’re not sure which type of paving will fit your setting, you’d be wise to visit the website of a leading provider to view some of the outstanding work they’ve already completed. When you devote some time to viewing the sharp images of existing projects, you’ll have some great ideas for your specific installation. Your Ideas, Your Choice Gather plenty of inf...

If you have a basic knowledge of gardening and are prepared to invest a little money and a whole lot of time, it is possible to completely transform your current garden into something that looks elegantly professional. As any landscape gardener would tell you, planning is the key to a smooth project, and with that in mind, you need to think about exactly what kind of garden you would like. Some people prefer a multi-level garden, and this is possible, even if the area is flat, as you can dig a section and move it to another area to create a series of levels.Think Maintenance One might have grand ideas, but remember to consider the maintenance factor, as a big lawn would definitely be attractive, but only if you are prepared for the endless mowing in the summer, and your choice of tree...

Some of us like to potter around in the garden, and the Sunday morning lawn mowing has a satisfying feel to it, giving you a sense of purpose around the home. Yet there are certain tasks that are best left to the experts, and tree care would be at the top of the list. Trees are beautiful and provide shade and seclusion, but they do require regular pruning, and in some cases, branches need to be removed, in order to avoid the overhead power lines and cables. This is what a tree surgeon is trained to do, and with regular pruning, even a large tree can be shaped to complement the surrounding area, while ensuring there is no danger to the structure. Screening with Trees One can use small trees effectively to create screening, and a line of well-placed conifers is a great way to screen off ...

Perhaps you’re considering having some landscaping done around your home. Or maybe not, but if you looked around carefully at your house and property you would reach the conclusion that you should! Intelligent questions to ask yourself about landscaping involve looking at it with the eye of an architect. How is this so? Because your property is integrated with your house, even if you’ve never thought much about it before and even if whoever designed your home also didn’t think much about it. In other words, your property isn’t just some piece of land (perhaps with a bit of gardening) to contain your house. Your real estate is an extension of the building in which you dwell.Thinking about potential landscaping as an architect might can open up whole new worlds of exciting and aesthetica...

Perhaps one of the biggest and most prominent advantages of raised garden beds is the fact that they make vegetable gardening a lot easier without putting undue strain on the back. People don’t need to bend as much to reach their plants which happens to be great for people with bad backs. With much easier access and obviously less pain you will be able to enjoy the fruits of your labor quite literally and your harvesting, tending and planting will be a lot more effective.Other benefits of raised gardens Raised garden beds are the best for smaller spaces as opposed to a conventional garden row. These are also great for poor, abused and rocky soil. The other advantage according to many organic gardeners is the fact that they produce a much better yield for the overall area that they occ...