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Backyard Decor Ideas: September 2008

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Thursday, September 25, 2008. Looking for a simple and attractive birdhouse for your yard? Why not try one made out of a gourd? For this you need:. A dried gourd (you can plant gourds in your garden in the spring, and dry one of those out, or you can purchase already dried gourds. A small spoon or stick. First step is to clean your dried gourd. Was it with warm, soapy water, and let it completely dry. Your birdhouse is now ready to hang! Links to this post. Tuesday, September 23, 2008. Prior to urbanizat...

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Backyard Decor Ideas: Lack of Rain is No Excuse Not To Install a Rain Barrel

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Thursday, December 9, 2010. Lack of Rain is No Excuse Not To Install a Rain Barrel. Do you live in a dry area with drought-like conditions? I've heard many tell me that they don't install rain barrels because there's no rain to collect. But where there's a will to help the environment, there's always a way. Homeowners that live in drought-like areas usually have air conditioners. And did you know that air conditioners are an untapped source for FREE water? TIP OF THE DAY. As the Garden Grows.

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Backyard Decor Ideas: July 2009

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Thursday, July 30, 2009. Win an Algreen Terra Composter. This gorgeous Terra composter. For a chance to win this composter, send Algreen a picture of your Agua or Cascata rain barrel:. Links to this post. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). As the Garden Grows. Fresh From Your Garden. Living Well - Naturally. This Garden is Illegal. Win an Algreen Terra Composter.

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Backyard Decor Ideas: November 2008

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Wednesday, November 12, 2008. Interesting article up in the Waterloo Record today:. The humble barrel has served humanity for centuries with little need for innovation. Vessel for Niagara Falls daredevils, garment for Denver Broncos fans, material for downtown Waterloo sculpture - the cooper's creation has performed its duty admirably. As a landscaping object, however, the traditional barrel leaves much to be desired. Links to this post. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). As the Garden Grows.

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Backyard Decor Ideas: August 2009

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Thursday, August 20, 2009. Economy turns gardening into growth industry. A poor economy has caused many Americans to stay at home. And with more Americans at home, the gardening industry is actually thriving! With the recession in full swing, many Americans are returning to their roots — literally — cultivating vegetables in their backyards to squeeze every penny out of their food budget." [ link. Links to this post. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). As the Garden Grows. Fresh From Your Garden.

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Backyard Decor Ideas: December 2010

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Thursday, December 9, 2010. Looking for a real Christmas tree? Will you be going natural or artifical this year? Natural Christmas trees are not only good for the environment, but in vogue. There are 4 basic types of trees sold at farms and nursuries:. 1 Scotch pine- decent needle retention, but it requires plenty of pesticides. 2 Balsam fir- soft needles, very aromatic. 3 White spruce- excellent needle retention, but disagreeable odour when needles are crushed. Links to this post. TIP OF THE DAY. This c...

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Backyard Decor Ideas: Looking for a real Christmas tree?

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Thursday, December 9, 2010. Looking for a real Christmas tree? Will you be going natural or artifical this year? Natural Christmas trees are not only good for the environment, but in vogue. There are 4 basic types of trees sold at farms and nursuries:. 1 Scotch pine- decent needle retention, but it requires plenty of pesticides. 2 Balsam fir- soft needles, very aromatic. 3 White spruce- excellent needle retention, but disagreeable odour when needles are crushed. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom).

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Backyard Decor Ideas: May 2008

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Friday, May 30, 2008. Great new pictures of my rain barrel! Pictures of my Cascata Rain Water Collection and Storage System. Here's what the Cascata rain barrel. Looks like in my backyard! Who says rain barrels. Have to look ugly? Links to this post. Backyard Pond Maintenance Tips. With a minimal amount of effort, you could keep your backyard pond in pristine condition. To follow are a few tips for how to properly maintain your pond. 1 Monitor water quality. 2 Monitor water levels. Throughout the course ...

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Backyard Decor Ideas: July 2008

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Tuesday, July 29, 2008. ELumber should be emerging in the consumer market later in 2008. It will cost more than real wood, but it would probably be worth that extra cost. Story found via EcoGeek.com. Links to this post. Thursday, July 24, 2008. Living in an apartment or a home without a backyard where you can create your own water feature? Try an urban pond. Whether in a large wooden barrel (lined with liner) or in a preformed urban pond tub, these are perfect additions to any balcony or deck where y...

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Backyard Decor Ideas: June 2008

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Thursday, June 26, 2008. GreyWater, what is it? What can you do? In general terms greywater refers to wash water. Wash water being water used for washing dishes, washing your clothes, and shower water. What doesn't qualify as greywater is toilet waster water and food waste water derived from garbage grinders. Diagram below illustrates a scenario for recycling greywater:. For further greywater information, and a full greywater planning guide visit: www.greywater.com. Links to this post. Check your lawn an...