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10 new gardening accessories and tools 10 new gardening accessories and tools
10 new gardening accessories and tools
Spring brings with it a list of mandatory garden chores—clearing out the garden, pruning and trimming, and cleaning out pots so they’re ready to hold all those plants you haul home from the nursery. we’ve gathered some garden must-haves and accessories that not only serve their purpose in...
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How to: Create a whimsical terrarium How to: Create a whimsical terrarium
How to: Create a whimsical terrarium
People have been creating terrariums for years, typically in square glass containers the size of small aquariums. but all of a sudden, there seems to be a multitude of fantastic glass containers available, as well as endless pinterest boards we love and a few how-to books on the subject. so,...
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Gardening tips and techniques Gardening tips and techniques
Gardening tips and techniques
Gardening 101 garden expert mark cullen dishes the dirt on growing a thriving garden. gardening faqs get your garden growing with these helpful horticultural hints. tool-care tips take the time to ensure that your garden equipment is clean and in good repair....
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Garden design: Contemporary outdoor oasis Garden design: Contemporary outdoor oasis
Garden design: Contemporary outdoor oasis
Losing a bidding war is a setback for any potential homeowner. but for toronto couple kurt budnick, an account director at a design firm, and tom henriksson, a graphic designer, it was the conduit to their eventual dream home. “we were devastated when we lost the bid, because the house was in...
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15 garden must-haves 15 garden must-haves
15 garden must-haves
Temperatures in canada can be a bit finnicky and the rain can seem relentless at times, but it's time to gear up for some gardening ! whether you have an entire backyard to landscape or a small plot of grass to grow, you can have a gorgeous garden when equipped with the right necessities. here...
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Garden design: Sophisticated outdoor style Garden design: Sophisticated outdoor style
Garden design: Sophisticated outdoor style
We'd almost stopped going outside. with its unappealing patio and ramshackle shed, our 34' x 48' garden belonged to the overgrown shrubs, not to us. even the lawn had quit, worn away by two badminton-loving girls. one brilliant design later, we now recline in the sun. we also dine under the...
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Garden design: Escape in the city Garden design: Escape in the city
Garden design: Escape in the city
When rosie daykin entertains, her guests spill out from the house onto sunny terraces, dine to the sound of falling water, and retreat into a lush, hushed cedar grove. it was exactly this vision of seamless indoor- outdoor living that guided rosie (interior designer and owner of butter baked...
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The secret garden The secret garden
The secret garden
Through an archway heavy with masses of honeysuckle and delicate petals of purple and yellow clematis vines, the entrance to the garden is beautifully overrun with creeping thyme and moss underfoot. the smooth stone steps and path, surrounded by astilbe, ivy, lythrum, dahlia and peonies, pass...
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The 7 commandments of green gardening The 7 commandments of green gardening
The 7 commandments of green gardening
Pesticide-free gardening, while commendable, isn't necessarily environmentally friendly gardening. in fact, your ardent desire to bring plant life into this world may be doing the planet more damage than good if you (like many well-meaning homeowners) are falling prey to bad garden and lawn care...
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11 ways to bring life into your home with indoor gardening 11 ways to bring life into your home with indoor gardening
11 ways to bring life into your home with indoor gardening
If you take a look around at this time of year, things can look pretty bleak – there are no leaves on the trees, the ground is far from green and your home is probably drier than the sahara from the heat being on all the time. as we enter the homestretch before what's likely the most...
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Brighten up your garden Brighten up your garden
Brighten up your garden
What are your needs? what type of lighting do you require? you can start by strolling through the garden at sunset, watching the play of light on the plants or observing where the moonlight falls. (repeat the exercise for a few consecutive evenings.) the same can be done inside the house to...
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A simple guide to container gardening A simple guide to container gardening
A simple guide to container gardening
Before you start planting your containers this spring, consider these 10 important tips. 1 start with a plan make sure you have all the garden necessities before you start. you’ll need a container, plants, potting soil, fertilizer and a watering can. choose plants with similar...
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Top 10 garden tools Top 10 garden tools
Top 10 garden tools
Behind the doors of an ace gardener's tool shed lie the secrets to a beautiful garden. here are 10 tools you'll need to cultivate a better garden. 1 trowel without a trowel, no perennials would be planted, no containers potted and no bulbs buried in the ground. the strongest trowels...
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Gardening 101 Gardening 101
Gardening 101
I'm a novice gardener. i'm not looking to grow prize-winning peonies on my porch or have rare orchids sprout from under my clothes' line. but i would like to have a garden , a real garden, not just a place behind my house where random green things pop up in the spring. problem is, everything i...
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Garden design and decor Garden design and decor
Garden design and decor
Garden design: contemporary outdoor oasis a neglected backyard is transformed into a contemporary oasis with a masterful mix of materials, plants and outdoor elegance. 15 garden must-haves gear up with these 15 essentials for creating your own gorgeous garden. garden design:...
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15 garden tricks 15 garden tricks
15 garden tricks
1 before you start get to know your garden's potential. pay particular attention to which areas get the most sun and wind. and test your soil. this will help you choose the right plants and help determine what should go where. 2 before you buy make sure you know how much space you're...
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How to: Create a backyard wildlife corridor How to: Create a backyard wildlife corridor
How to: Create a backyard wildlife corridor
One of the hottest trends in outdoor design these days is the wildlife-friendly backyard. rather than dedicating space to oversized patios and exotic plantings, many yard dwellers are creating urban wildlife corridors, places where native plants, mammals, birds, amphibians, insects – and...
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Post-patio: 5 tips to bring life back to your yard Post-patio: 5 tips to bring life back to your yard
Post-patio: 5 tips to bring life back to your yard
Check out these beautiful autumn bulbs to add to your garden stow your bins general tidying tops many fall to-do lists, and a great place to start is with recycling boxes, compost bins and garbage cans. keep them handy but hidden in a specially designed wooden shed. build your own or...
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10 gardenista must-haves 10 gardenista must-haves
10 gardenista must-haves
Spring has sprung and it's time to get dirty! whether you're an aspiring green thumb or a seasoned gardener par excellence , we've dug up 10 of the coolest tools, accessories, decor items and all-star finds we know you'll love. read on for the season's hottest must-haves, guaranteed to please...
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Wild about wildflower gardens Wild about wildflower gardens
Wild about wildflower gardens
A gorgeous, low-maintenance garden? make that a gorgeous, low-maintenance , pesticide-free, low-watering, eco-friendly garden and lawn? no, you're not dreaming. the secret is wildflower gardening, one of the hottest trends in yards today. in a nutshell, wildflower gardening involves...
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The lazy gardener: Four easy weekends to botanical bliss The lazy gardener: Four easy weekends to botanical bliss
The lazy gardener: Four easy weekends to botanical bliss
Not all of us are avid gardeners or have the time to devote to primping and pruning. if you're maxed out or are a self-confessed "lazy" gardener, don't fret. it's possible to keep duties to a minimum but still maintain an attractive yard. divide your spring garden wake-up tasks into these...
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Mid-September garden chores Mid-September garden chores
Mid-September garden chores
Well, that's it then, right? summer is as good as over. no more gin-and-tonics on the garden wall or dinners under the plum tree. no more garden tourists till next spring, either, and just as well. the annuals look leafy and leggy, the slug and earwig damage is starting to show, and even the...
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Gardening FAQs Gardening FAQs
Gardening FAQs
What are the best plants for shade? any spot in your garden that gets less than four hours of sun a day is considered a shady spot. the key to successful growing here is the soil condition. use composted leaves and mulch to keep the soil moist and to provide humus. among trees, shade-lovers...
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Putting the garden to bed Putting the garden to bed
Putting the garden to bed
Cool, crisp autumn day s mean it's time to get out into the garden and tuck your plants in for the winter. fluctuating temperatures, drying winds and snowfalls that come and go wreak havoc with perennials and shrubs. now is the time to take steps to help your plants survive the winter....
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Urban garden fix-up Urban garden fix-up
Urban garden fix-up
When i bought my tiny semi in downtown toronto, i fell in love with the quiet street and was charmed by the hardwood floors. i saw the "potential" of the place and couldn't ignore the rightness of the price, either. i did, however, pretend not to see the backyard. it wasn't horrifying –...
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