Poor yard drainage isn’t only an aesthetic issue. For one thing, standing water seriously jeopardizes the health of a lawn and landscape plantings. Other frustrations or dangers associated with standing water include: Inability to enjoy your lawn Incr ...
YesWelder MIG 205DS Review: Is it Worth It?
The YesWelder MIG-205DS Welder: At a Glance Rating: 8.2/10 PROS Compact design Operates on 110-volt or 220-volt power Relatively simple to set up An affordable way to get into welding CONS Not as powerful as larger, more powerful models New ...
Zinnia Care 101: How to Grow Zinnias in a Home Garden
Growing Zinnias at a Glance Common Name: Zinnia Scientific Name: Zinnia elegans, Zinnia spp. Hardiness Zone: Annual in USDA zones 2 through 8, perennial in zones 9 through 11 Soil: Rich, well-draining soil; pH 5.5 to 7.5 Light: Full sun Water: Regul ...
Dead plants? Maybe You’re Using the Wrong Kind of Water
Most gardeners know about the Goldilocks rule of watering plants: not too much, not too little, just the right amount. Signs of overwatering include yellow, brown, or wilted leaves, mushy stems, moldy soil, or fungus gnats, particularly if there's inadequ ...
Wood vs. Vinyl Windows: What’s the Difference?
Introduction to Wood and Vinyl Windows Whether you’re replacing old windows or fitting them in a new build, choice of material is critical. The pros and cons of vinyl over fiberglass and aluminum have already been explored in other articles, so let's now ...
Xeriscape Landscaping 101: How to Do It—No Matter Where You Live
Xeriscaping (pronounced “zir-uh-skape-ing”) combines the Greek word for dry (“xeros”) with the word “landscaping”. Coined by the Denver Water Department in 1981, the term “xeriscape” pertains to the practice of designing water-efficient landscapes to redu ...
The Best Wood to Use for Building a Deck
There are many wood species that can be used for outdoor decks, but not all offer the same benefits and maintenance requirements, and price and availability vary by region. As Bob Mion, of the California Redwood Association, points out, “In the Southeast ...
Woodpecker Damage – How to Repair It & Prevent Future Trouble
Eliminate Insect Infestations Investigate and remove any of the following insects from outdoor structures to reduce the likelihood of woodpecker damage from birds drilling for food on your property. Carpenter ants commonly burrow into moist, decaying, o ...
Woodland Garden Tips: How to Create One at Home
Despite its dark reputation in fairy tales, the woods can be a relaxing place, especially when you create your own small forest in which there is no chance of getting lost. To begin, select a part of your property that already has trees you can work aroun ...
The Worst Invasive Insects in Every State—and How to Deal With Them
Invasive insects can wreak havoc on your garden, damage your home's structure, or even pose serious health risks to you and your family. While many pests are native, others hail from distant lands, sneaking into the United States via shipping containers, ...