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Cultivating the Aster

The Aster are hardy herbaceous perennials and half-hardy annuals The perennial asters may conveniently be considered under four distinct headings
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Growing Auricula

Auricula are hardy perennials Auriculas belong to the Primula family and are divided into two main types, the show and the alpine
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Growing Azaleas

Azaleas are hardy and half-hardy deciduous and evergreen shrubs Azaleas are most conveniently divided into three groups from the gardener's standpoint
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Thrifty Living Tips For Spring – 5 Thrifty Gardening Ideas For Spring

Looking for some thrifty living tips to get your spring started Spring is the time of renewal and growth
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Preparing Planter Boxes

Planter boxes are a fun and easy way to create a mini mobile garden Whether you've opted for flowers, creepers, leafy foliage, or whatever plant of your choosing, know what to do from start to finish
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Home Vegetable Garden Basics: Convenience & Exposure

Many people think that the first criteria when picking the "best spot" for a home vegetable garden is good soil; however, although good soil is important, good soil is made, not found You can rebuild the soil once the spot has been chosen
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Natural Lagoon Swimming Pool

Six years ago, Exterior Worlds was contacted by a couple by the names of Rick and Susan Ashcroft They asked if we could do something about the lagoon-style swimming pool that had been built behind their house in the late1940s
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Houston Concrete Patios

Concrete has been given new life in the last 10-15 years It has become a viable aesthetic, especially in contemporary and urban designs
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Houston Tropical Landscaping

The fascination with tropical landscaping makes sense in Houston because of its proximity to the Gulf of Mexico, cultural influences of the tropics, subtropics of Spain and Latin America which provide plenty of local inspiration for creating the tropical landscape design Houston's architectural styles now popular including New Orleans plantation, Spanish, and Mediterranean all lend themselves well to tropical landscaping
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Adding a Fun Factor to Patio Sets

Spring is on its way, and warm weather will be here again before you know it What does that mean
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Flagstone Patio

The patio is a nearly always present feature of the Houston home By enlarging your living space, patios make the house feel bigger and unite the interior and exterior spaces
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River Oaks Stepping Stone Patio

We were contacted by a family in River Oaks who requested that we completely remodel their pool and the yard that surrounded it They wanted to get rid of the pool's "L-Shape" construction and have it redesigned with a curved, linear structure and rounded ends
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Garden Water Fountain

Last summer, a Houston couple by the name of Turner called us and asked us if we could design a landscape out of natural materials that would also reflect their passion for collecting abstract and contemporary art They wanted a garden water fountain and colorful vegetation that also combined certain aspects of the irregular geometry that characterizes abstract art
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Telling the Good From the Bad in Wicker Patio Furniture

When considering which piece of furniture to buy, quality is always of the utmost concern We all want to spend our hard-earned dollars only on something that's going to last us a while
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Caring For Your New Wicker Furniture

Wicker outdoor furniture is some of the most popular types of garden furniture With its combination of style, flexibility, and comfort; wicker is a great choice for anyone looking to decorate their patio, pool, or sunroom
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Maintenance and Care of Patio Sets

Patio sets are a fun and relaxing way to enjoy the outdoors, but after a time even the sturdiest of furniture will eventually fall prey to the ravages of nature With a little regular care and maintenance, your patio furniture will continue to last and look like new for years and years
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Six Steps to Growing Plants From Softwood Cuttings

Softwood cuttings should be taken from April to August, Depending on where you live, you may be able to start taking middle of march Step one for taking cuttings Cut off a plants healthy side shoot roughly 3 to 4 inches long, with 3 to 4 pairs of leaves and no flower buds
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French Morning Garden Landscaping Project

Ten years ago, a Memorial-area couple by the names of John and Jennifer Randall contacted us They had just bought a beautiful lot located off of Piney Point drive
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Wicker Furniture For Outdoors Has It’s Advantages

One of the most popular forms of outdoor decoration, wicker patio furniture provides a stylish, elegant, and inexpensive way of furnishing any outdoor space Though it does have some drawbacks, wicker also has some distinct advantages that make it a classic choice
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Varieties and Types of Wicker Patio Furniture

Wicker patio furniture is one of the most popular forms of outdoor furniture, because of its comfort, stylish look, and cost When buying wicker furniture, it is important to remember that there are many varieties of wicker material, each with its strengths and weaknesses
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Beekeeper Supplies – What Do You Really Need?

When you decide to start a beekeeping business, you will need to find some specific equipment, from specialized suppliers, and these can be found locally or online Now that is not meant to scare you off, because the amount of equipment you need is minimal, and the cost is also very reasonable, especially for a business that is just starting
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