Lawn And Garden

Saving Water With Sprinkler Systems
Keeping a sprinkler system well maintained can save water and help you avoid hefty repair bills down the road.
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Going Green Has Never Looked So Good
As more people try to take better care of the environment, there is an increased interest in "green gardening."
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Prime Planting Options For Tough-To-Grow Areas
Ground covers can be an effective way to fill in tough-to-grow parts of your landscaping.
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The Ease Of Entertaining: Serve It Up Simple
Planning a warm-weather party can be fun and easy.
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Simple Tips For An "Ultra" Extraordinary Soiree
Outdoor entertaining has a certain ease to it. Don't overlook the details though, as simple touches go a long way toward creating a truly memorable experience for your guests.
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Invite Hummingbirds And Butterflies To Your Garden
Butterflies and hummingbirds can add magic to any garden-and it's easy to invite them in. Just select the right plants.
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Trend Outlook:?What's New For Backyards And Balconies
For grillers, backyards and balconies across the country might look a little different this year.
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Choosing Ground Cover For Eco-Friendly Beauty
Turfgrass, the nation's traditional ground cover, may be losing ground to the more eco-friendly creeping perennials.
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Budget-Friendly Tips For Outdoor Entertaining
Outdoor grilling is one favorite pastime that doesn't have to be a budget buster.
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Prevent Pests From Spoiling Your Outdoor Fun
A few simple actions can help protect you from warm-weather pests, including mosquitoes and ticks.
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Treat For Fire Ants Now
For more and more Americans, now is the time to think about defeating fire ants.
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Hearty Hydrangeas Bloom On New Growth
There are 90 million gardeners in the U.S., according to the National Gardening Association.
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Be A Better Barbecuer
How-to and what-to-cook information needed to make grilling season hot.
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Tips To Help You Plan A Vegetable Garden
A little planning can help your vegetable garden grow and flourish.
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Simple Tips For Starting Your Own Kitchen Garden
Edible gardening is growing in popularity.
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Backyard Mosquito Control Tips
As hordes of bloodthirsty mosquitoes set their sights on your backyard, you may want to learn more about keeping these unwanted and dangerous pests away. Here are a few tips.
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Tackling Lawn Troubles
Some simple preparation can keep your yard healthy and inviting all season long.
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How Hydrangeas Can Heighten Your Enjoyment Of Your Yard
Hydrangeas are growing on home gardeners.
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Go Green With A Water-Saving Lawn
Ways you can save water and still enjoy a healthy lawn.
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Don't Let Pests Ruin Your Time Outdoors Or Your Lawn
The tough economy is forcing many of us to stay home more often to save money. That means more time in the backyard.
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Backyard Entertaining In A Staycation Economy
Tips to keep backyard parties going.
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Proper Tree-Planting Tips
Here's an idea that's growing in popularity--by planting trees, people can help create healthier, more livable cities.
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Get Rid Of Poison Ivy Fast
Poison ivy, poison oak and poison sumac--they're the kind of weeds you don't want anywhere around your kids or pets.
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Getting Rid Of Ugly Crabgrass
Crabgrass is big and ugly. It ruins your curb appeal and property value.
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Protecting Your Landscape From Destructive Insects
There are more than 91,000 species of insects in the United States. Many are beneficial.
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Safe Mowing Is No Accident
Unsafe operation of lawn mowers leads to thousands of accidents, yet most can be prevented.
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Create Your Own Salad Garden
The current economy is fueling a grassroots hobby and a healthy money maker: vegetable gardening.
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Interest In Public Gardens Blooms
Public gardens have taken root in communities nationwide--and with good reason.
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How DIY Lawn Care Can Help You See More Green
As the U.S. economy struggles, homeowners are doing everything they can to save money. Frugality is the trend for 2009.
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Protect Your Expensive Landscape From Japanese Beetles
According to the most recent study by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Japanese beetles cause more than $420 million in damage annually to trees, plants, flowers and vegetables. But did you know that Japanese beetles actually begin their lives underground as grubs? If left unchecked, grubs will damage your lawn.
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A Shrub Makeover On A Budget
Curb appeal, according to the National Association of Realtors, helps sell about 49 percent of existing homes.
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In Tough Economy, Gardening--And Heirlooms--Take Root
It's growing season again, and as millions of eager gardeners take to the soil, their motivation may be remarkably different from years past.
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Plant Trees To Help The Environment And Your Wallet
Trees give our landscape character. They create beauty, provide natural habitats for wildlife, absorb carbon dioxide and protect the soil against erosion.
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Flowers Can Help You Sell Your Home
Realtors say curb appeal is one of the most important tools to help you sell your home.
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Save Your Ash Trees From The Emerald Ash Borer
The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is smaller than a dime, but it has killed tens of millions of ash trees in Michigan and in several other states.
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Deck Dilemma
Simple Tips For Sprucing Up Your Outdoor Living Space
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Add Style To Your Outdoor Spaces
It's easy to add a touch of style and create great outdoor living space with some paint and a little imagination.
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Green Fees: Saving Time And Money In Your Own Backyard
You can mow like a pro without letting a little yard work stand between you and your weekend.
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Key To Grilling Success: The Right Accessories
There's more to creating a memorable backyard barbecue than great food and a top-notch grill.
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10 Tips Toward Sprinkler Season Smarts
You may be able to save money and the environment.
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How To Have Healthy, Fresh Fruit Trees
Tips from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to help ensure any fruit tree you buy is healthy and a good fit for you.
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