Articles related to "Low Maintenance"
How to Make a Simple Water Feature
This easy-to-build water feature requires no plumbing, electrical wiring or expensive materials, and can be completed in an afternoon.
water feature • pond • pond liner • solar fountain • solar panel
This easy-to-build water feature requires no plumbing, electrical wiring or expensive materials, and can be completed in an afternoon.
water feature • pond • pond liner • solar fountain • solar panel
Low Maintenance Roses
Many gardeners shy away from planting roses due to their high maintenance nature - read on.
low maintenance roses • beautiful roses • long blooming roses • easy care plants • easy to grow roses
Many gardeners shy away from planting roses due to their high maintenance nature - read on.
low maintenance roses • beautiful roses • long blooming roses • easy care plants • easy to grow roses
Rosemary-Part I
This is the first article in a three-part series on growing rosemary.
rosemary • topiary • overwintering • xeriscapes • low maintenance landscape
This is the first article in a three-part series on growing rosemary.
rosemary • topiary • overwintering • xeriscapes • low maintenance landscape
Save Money and Buy Low Maintenance Clothes
You spend enough on clothes. You don't want to add to your bill by having to cart your shirts to the dry cleaner and invest in an iron to keep them wrinkle-free.
how to buy low maintenance clothes • save money on dry cleaning • no iron shirts • easy care fabrics • dry cleaning coupons
You spend enough on clothes. You don't want to add to your bill by having to cart your shirts to the dry cleaner and invest in an iron to keep them wrinkle-free.
how to buy low maintenance clothes • save money on dry cleaning • no iron shirts • easy care fabrics • dry cleaning coupons
Stuffed Topiaries--A Low Maintenance Method
A low maintenance stuffed topiary for hot, dry summers.
topiary • topiaries • stuffed animal-shaped topiaries
A low maintenance stuffed topiary for hot, dry summers.
topiary • topiaries • stuffed animal-shaped topiaries
Xeriscape(TM) Gardening Conservation Programs
The cities of Denver CO and Albuquerque NM have started water conservation programs which encourage homeowners to have lush garden landscapes with less water in Xeriscapes(TM). The seven parts of Albuquerque's Xeriscape program are briefly described.
xeriscape(tm) • xeric • dry landscaping • low-maintenance lawns • low-maintenance gardens
The cities of Denver CO and Albuquerque NM have started water conservation programs which encourage homeowners to have lush garden landscapes with less water in Xeriscapes(TM). The seven parts of Albuquerque's Xeriscape program are briefly described.
xeriscape(tm) • xeric • dry landscaping • low-maintenance lawns • low-maintenance gardens
Eight Easy Perennials
Design a perennial flower garden with these easy to grow perennials: widely adapted, easy to grow in a sunny garden, long lived flowers, and they look beautiful, too.
low maintenance perennial flower • beginner perennial flower garden • easy perennial • start perennial flower garden • low maintenance flower
Design a perennial flower garden with these easy to grow perennials: widely adapted, easy to grow in a sunny garden, long lived flowers, and they look beautiful, too.
low maintenance perennial flower • beginner perennial flower garden • easy perennial • start perennial flower garden • low maintenance flower
Types of Sod
Different grasses perform well in different climates. Kentucky blugrass and fescues work well in northern climates, while bermuda and centipede are found in the south.
sod types • kinds of grass • sod lawn • kentucky bluegrass • bermuda
Different grasses perform well in different climates. Kentucky blugrass and fescues work well in northern climates, while bermuda and centipede are found in the south.
sod types • kinds of grass • sod lawn • kentucky bluegrass • bermuda
Easy Care Gardens for Gardeners of All Ages
Our priorities and interests change as we age. Yet, most people want to continue gardening as they grow older. With the right garden plan and proper gardening tools, we can progress from middle age to our senior years without giving up gardening.
easy care gardens • care-free perennials • low maintenance plants • drought resistant plants • raised beds
Our priorities and interests change as we age. Yet, most people want to continue gardening as they grow older. With the right garden plan and proper gardening tools, we can progress from middle age to our senior years without giving up gardening.
easy care gardens • care-free perennials • low maintenance plants • drought resistant plants • raised beds
Easy Care Perennials for Hot Sun
Every garden has a difficult hot sunny spot where most flowers fail. Plant some or all of these proven hardy perennial performers in your flower garden this summer.
flowers for hot sun • flower gardening • easy perennials • low maintenance flowers • perennial flowers
Every garden has a difficult hot sunny spot where most flowers fail. Plant some or all of these proven hardy perennial performers in your flower garden this summer.
flowers for hot sun • flower gardening • easy perennials • low maintenance flowers • perennial flowers
Easy Keepers for Summer Gardens
Great performers for the summer garden. Everyone needs some dependable "easy keepers" and these plants selected among flowers, shrubs and trees have worked for me year after year. Maybe they'll work for you, too.
summer garden • flower • flowers • hummingbird • butterfly
Great performers for the summer garden. Everyone needs some dependable "easy keepers" and these plants selected among flowers, shrubs and trees have worked for me year after year. Maybe they'll work for you, too.
summer garden • flower • flowers • hummingbird • butterfly
HELPFUL HINTS ON CHOOSING HERBS
A new gardening season will begin soon. Here are some helpful hints on choosing herbs for your garden.
herbs • garden beds • garden borders • low-maintenance plants • easy-care plants
A new gardening season will begin soon. Here are some helpful hints on choosing herbs for your garden.
herbs • garden beds • garden borders • low-maintenance plants • easy-care plants
Naked Ladies - Planting Belladona Lilies in Your Garden
How to grow belladonna lilies, also known as "naked ladies"
belladonna lilies • amaryllis belladonna • bulb flowers • drought-tolerant flowers • low-maintenance flowers
How to grow belladonna lilies, also known as "naked ladies"
belladonna lilies • amaryllis belladonna • bulb flowers • drought-tolerant flowers • low-maintenance flowers
Planting A Rain Garden
Planting a rain garden is a great family project. Choose from a list of deep rooted plants that can attract butterflies or birds and becomes a low maintenance garden.
rain gardens • deep rooted plants • family garden projects • low maintenance gardens • 10
Planting a rain garden is a great family project. Choose from a list of deep rooted plants that can attract butterflies or birds and becomes a low maintenance garden.
rain gardens • deep rooted plants • family garden projects • low maintenance gardens • 10
How to be Popular with Your Perennials - and Vice Versa
There are some perennials which are lovely, and care-free - or close to it. This week we look at the criteria for a really low-maintenance perennial that will make gardening a real pleasure.
There are some perennials which are lovely, and care-free - or close to it. This week we look at the criteria for a really low-maintenance perennial that will make gardening a real pleasure.
Ring in the New Year with New Friends!
Want to add some unique, interesting and new proven plants and shrubs to your Florida garden, try these blooming beauties?
florida • new plants • lakefront • wet soils • rotting
Want to add some unique, interesting and new proven plants and shrubs to your Florida garden, try these blooming beauties?
florida • new plants • lakefront • wet soils • rotting
A Chance to Start Over
The silver lining in this cloudless time of drought - we now have a chance to correct old mistakes and plant things that will do well for us and look great.
drought • gardening • planning • design • silver foliage
The silver lining in this cloudless time of drought - we now have a chance to correct old mistakes and plant things that will do well for us and look great.
drought • gardening • planning • design • silver foliage
American Bobtail Cats
American bred, the Bobtail is sure to win you over and become a true companion to your family. And who can resist that adorable tail?
american bobtail cats • dog-like cat breeds • active cats • cats with bobbed tails • american bobtail cat temperament
American bred, the Bobtail is sure to win you over and become a true companion to your family. And who can resist that adorable tail?
american bobtail cats • dog-like cat breeds • active cats • cats with bobbed tails • american bobtail cat temperament
American Curl Cats
The American Curl may very well be on the Top 10 list of favorite breeds before we know it. Their adorable ears and fantastic personality make them simply irresistible!
american curl cats • american curl • playful cat breeds • american curl cat temperament • american curl cat personality
The American Curl may very well be on the Top 10 list of favorite breeds before we know it. Their adorable ears and fantastic personality make them simply irresistible!
american curl cats • american curl • playful cat breeds • american curl cat temperament • american curl cat personality
American Wirehair Cats
Best known for its wiry, springy fur, the American Wirehair is also treasured for its loving temperament.
american wirehair • wire haired cats • short haired cats • american wirehair cat temperament • american wirehair cat history
Best known for its wiry, springy fur, the American Wirehair is also treasured for its loving temperament.
american wirehair • wire haired cats • short haired cats • american wirehair cat temperament • american wirehair cat history
EASY CARE GARDENS WITH HERBS
To keep gardening chores to a minimum, easy care gardens are needed. Start with herbs and other low-maintenance plants.
care free gardens • low maintenance gardens • easy care gardens • care free plants • easy care plants
To keep gardening chores to a minimum, easy care gardens are needed. Start with herbs and other low-maintenance plants.
care free gardens • low maintenance gardens • easy care gardens • care free plants • easy care plants
Florida Beauties
Spring flowers blooming in Florida yards can create a fresh, energetic garden with little maintenance and low watering needs.
florida • drought tolerant • spring • summer • beautiful
Spring flowers blooming in Florida yards can create a fresh, energetic garden with little maintenance and low watering needs.
florida • drought tolerant • spring • summer • beautiful
Graham's "Paradise" Tour
A tiny bit of paradise in England
gardening • england • english gardens • garden • alder tree
A tiny bit of paradise in England
gardening • england • english gardens • garden • alder tree
How to Design a Japanese Garden
The Japanese have developed their gardens into an art-form. Over time, westerners have borrowed these methods and expanded landscape possibilities.
japanese garden design • japanese landscape • plants for the japanese garden • how to design a japanese garden • designing a japanese garden
The Japanese have developed their gardens into an art-form. Over time, westerners have borrowed these methods and expanded landscape possibilities.
japanese garden design • japanese landscape • plants for the japanese garden • how to design a japanese garden • designing a japanese garden
Part 4: How Mulch Work Do You Want To Do In Your Garden?
Deciding on what kind of mulch is best for your yard? Is organic or non-organic better? Which one is better for your landscape? Ever wonder if mulch attracts termites?
mulch • termites • landscaping • gardening projects • pine bark
Deciding on what kind of mulch is best for your yard? Is organic or non-organic better? Which one is better for your landscape? Ever wonder if mulch attracts termites?
mulch • termites • landscaping • gardening projects • pine bark
Peonies are Legacy Plants
The garden shouldn't be skipped when looking for treasures to share with your children. Peonies are perfect plants to share with future generations.
peony • legacy plant • susan mertz • plants • sarah bernhardt peony
The garden shouldn't be skipped when looking for treasures to share with your children. Peonies are perfect plants to share with future generations.
peony • legacy plant • susan mertz • plants • sarah bernhardt peony
Perennials: Design to Impress
Design with big, easy perennials: eye catching, attention grabbing plants that bring excitement to the flower bed or mixed border. Special plants that say "Look at Me!"
perennial garden design • big perennial flowers • large size perennial flowers • tall perennial flowers • low maintenance perennial flowers
Design with big, easy perennials: eye catching, attention grabbing plants that bring excitement to the flower bed or mixed border. Special plants that say "Look at Me!"
perennial garden design • big perennial flowers • large size perennial flowers • tall perennial flowers • low maintenance perennial flowers
Sky Pencil Holly
Does your garden design make you hum? Or, do you look at the layers of plantings and hear a symphony? If you want a symphony, include Ilex crenata 'Sky Pencil Holly'.
sky pencil holly • ilex crenata ‘sky pencil’ • conifer • susan mertz • shrubs
Does your garden design make you hum? Or, do you look at the layers of plantings and hear a symphony? If you want a symphony, include Ilex crenata 'Sky Pencil Holly'.
sky pencil holly • ilex crenata ‘sky pencil’ • conifer • susan mertz • shrubs
Starting With Perennials
Just beginning to grow perennial flowers? Starting your first perennial flower garden? Follow this basic guide to planting and growing perennial flowers.
growing perennials • how to grow perennials • guide to perennial gardening • begin perennial garden • plant perennial flowers
Just beginning to grow perennial flowers? Starting your first perennial flower garden? Follow this basic guide to planting and growing perennial flowers.
growing perennials • how to grow perennials • guide to perennial gardening • begin perennial garden • plant perennial flowers
Hard to Kill Houseplants
Low maintenance houseplants are hard to kill, and thrive with little attention. These are the best types of houseplants for homes with either low sun or a lot of sun.
best hard easy to grow kill low lights maintenance • thrives little attentions • touch life small apartments brings outside worlds • people no greens thumbs bad luck selects amounts d • hardy ornamental varieties popular persian irish a
Low maintenance houseplants are hard to kill, and thrive with little attention. These are the best types of houseplants for homes with either low sun or a lot of sun.
best hard easy to grow kill low lights maintenance • thrives little attentions • touch life small apartments brings outside worlds • people no greens thumbs bad luck selects amounts d • hardy ornamental varieties popular persian irish a
Perennial Plants for Dry Shade
The soil under trees can be dry even with regular watering because the roots use the moisture quickly. See seven perennials that thrive in difficult shady conditions
perennial plants • shade plants • shade perennials • drought tolerant plants • lily of the valley
The soil under trees can be dry even with regular watering because the roots use the moisture quickly. See seven perennials that thrive in difficult shady conditions
perennial plants • shade plants • shade perennials • drought tolerant plants • lily of the valley
Summer Blooming Perennial Plants
Summer is the season when perennial plants take center stage with bright, long lasting flowers that stand up to the summertime heat. See eight perennial garden favorites!
summer perennials • perennial plants • summer blooms • summer flowers • perennials
Summer is the season when perennial plants take center stage with bright, long lasting flowers that stand up to the summertime heat. See eight perennial garden favorites!
summer perennials • perennial plants • summer blooms • summer flowers • perennials
Growing Hostas. Why ?
If you are disappointed by the shade of your property and are still looking for that "special" plant which will provide low maintenance color and fragrance for the shade then look no further. Hostas through leaf variegation are today available in mind boggling numbers and the look of a well designed hosta garden can compete with any sunny flower garden in beauty and fragrance.
hosta • shade • garden • foliage • ferns
If you are disappointed by the shade of your property and are still looking for that "special" plant which will provide low maintenance color and fragrance for the shade then look no further. Hostas through leaf variegation are today available in mind boggling numbers and the look of a well designed hosta garden can compete with any sunny flower garden in beauty and fragrance.
hosta • shade • garden • foliage • ferns
When Pigs Fly
"Easy Low Maintenance Perennials" are a joke and the joke's on you! But it's a relative term -- there are some easy spring tasks in the perennial garden. And there are some low maintenance perennials. Find out what they are here.
perennial • garden maintenance
"Easy Low Maintenance Perennials" are a joke and the joke's on you! But it's a relative term -- there are some easy spring tasks in the perennial garden. And there are some low maintenance perennials. Find out what they are here.
perennial • garden maintenance
Planting Gold in the Garden
Many gardeners have discovered that using gold foliage in the landscape is an easy way to add color without depending on flowers.
plants with gold foliage • yellow foliage plants • shrubs • perennials • grasses
Many gardeners have discovered that using gold foliage in the landscape is an easy way to add color without depending on flowers.
plants with gold foliage • yellow foliage plants • shrubs • perennials • grasses
Balinese Interior Décor
Whether you prefer contemporary or traditional design, the Balinese style is ideal if you want a rustic, Asian-inspired look in your home.
balinese decor • tropical decor • tropical home decor • contemporary asian decor • asian-inspired decor
Whether you prefer contemporary or traditional design, the Balinese style is ideal if you want a rustic, Asian-inspired look in your home.
balinese decor • tropical decor • tropical home decor • contemporary asian decor • asian-inspired decor
Bombay Cats
If you've always wanted a black panther in your home, as did Nikki Horner who created the breed, read all about the Bombay, as social and friendly as they are beautiful!
bombay cat • feline breed • purebred feline • mini panther • solid black kitty
If you've always wanted a black panther in your home, as did Nikki Horner who created the breed, read all about the Bombay, as social and friendly as they are beautiful!
bombay cat • feline breed • purebred feline • mini panther • solid black kitty
Cave living in Spain
A look at the new trend in cave dwelling in Andalucia, Spain. Spanish cave properties to rent and buy.
living in caves • caves were once the only housing option • caves into accommodation for tourism • cave living is environmentally friendly • modern caves low-cost maintenance
A look at the new trend in cave dwelling in Andalucia, Spain. Spanish cave properties to rent and buy.
living in caves • caves were once the only housing option • caves into accommodation for tourism • cave living is environmentally friendly • modern caves low-cost maintenance
Going Green in Home Projects
Take a quick look at the benefits of green building and see how you can join in.
benefits of green building • eco-friendly building products • energy efficient mechanical systems • reduce toxic emissions • reusing existing materials
Take a quick look at the benefits of green building and see how you can join in.
benefits of green building • eco-friendly building products • energy efficient mechanical systems • reduce toxic emissions • reusing existing materials
Groundcover, Wallcover, Eye-sore cover -- and Bonsai!
From groundcover to bonsai, the versatile ivy offers a variety of options for the wildscaper
ivy • plant • garden • wildscape • wildscaping
From groundcover to bonsai, the versatile ivy offers a variety of options for the wildscaper
ivy • plant • garden • wildscape • wildscaping
Mistakes Made Container Gardening
When container gardening remember plant spacing and maintenance, such as regular watering and deadheading flowers, are necessary for a healthy potted garden.
basic container gardening • using plant spacing • plant maintenance in container gardening • watering container plants • how to use annual geranium
When container gardening remember plant spacing and maintenance, such as regular watering and deadheading flowers, are necessary for a healthy potted garden.
basic container gardening • using plant spacing • plant maintenance in container gardening • watering container plants • how to use annual geranium
New-Age vs Native Rights
"Good Guys" part three. In the complex domain of Aboriginal rights, new-age gurus often find themselves working for the enemy.
new age philosophy • new age primitive • new age aboriginal • new age spirituality • aboriginal philosopy
"Good Guys" part three. In the complex domain of Aboriginal rights, new-age gurus often find themselves working for the enemy.
new age philosophy • new age primitive • new age aboriginal • new age spirituality • aboriginal philosopy
Trees and Patio Covers for Shade
Are you ready to beat the heat? Trees, patio covers and market umbrellas are the answer.
planting trees for shade. • trees to shade garden • garden unbrellas for shade patio cover for shade • beautiful garden design • water loving trees
Are you ready to beat the heat? Trees, patio covers and market umbrellas are the answer.
planting trees for shade. • trees to shade garden • garden unbrellas for shade patio cover for shade • beautiful garden design • water loving trees
What to Plant in Shade Gardens: Ground Cover and Plants that Thrive in the Shade
Have a bare spot in the landscape and don't know what to do with it? Try using ground covers to fill in the blanks. Learn ways to use this "living mulch" in your yard and garden. Plus, cool off from the heat this summer by creating your very own shade garden. Discover plants and more ideas that are made for the shade.
planting ground cover • shade gardening • lily-of-the-valley • vinca • sweet woodruff
Have a bare spot in the landscape and don't know what to do with it? Try using ground covers to fill in the blanks. Learn ways to use this "living mulch" in your yard and garden. Plus, cool off from the heat this summer by creating your very own shade garden. Discover plants and more ideas that are made for the shade.
planting ground cover • shade gardening • lily-of-the-valley • vinca • sweet woodruff
Winter Tasks in the Flower Garden
Don't stop caring for your roses, bulbs, and perennials when the first snow flies. They require your occasional presence to ensure a glorious spring performance.
winter garden ideas • winter garden jobs • winter garden projects • winter flower garden • winter plants
Don't stop caring for your roses, bulbs, and perennials when the first snow flies. They require your occasional presence to ensure a glorious spring performance.
winter garden ideas • winter garden jobs • winter garden projects • winter flower garden • winter plants
Planting for Primates
Plants that are safe for primates and suggestions on where to obtail further information for landscaping using edible plants.
primate • monkey • permaculture • edible plants
Plants that are safe for primates and suggestions on where to obtail further information for landscaping using edible plants.
primate • monkey • permaculture • edible plants
College Dorm Room Decorating Ideas
Want to brighten up your boring dorm room without spending lots of money? Here are some inexpensive and creative ideas for bringing your lame residence hall room to life.
college dorm room decorating • dormitory • cheap decoration • decorating idea • college student
Want to brighten up your boring dorm room without spending lots of money? Here are some inexpensive and creative ideas for bringing your lame residence hall room to life.
college dorm room decorating • dormitory • cheap decoration • decorating idea • college student
Get Him to Take Care of His Image
Men have always been simple creatures. They wake up and walk out the door. Here's how to get them to take a few extra minutes on thier appearance, without feeling girly.
men • beauty • how to • body • image
Men have always been simple creatures. They wake up and walk out the door. Here's how to get them to take a few extra minutes on thier appearance, without feeling girly.
men • beauty • how to • body • image
Grow This List of Perennial Plants
The Perennial Plant Association offers a list of dependable perennial plants for gardeners. The Geranium 'Rozanne' is the 2008 Perennial Plant of the Year winner.
2008 list of perennial plants • what is geranium rozanne • perennial plants association winners • geranium rozanne history • geranium rozanne plant care
The Perennial Plant Association offers a list of dependable perennial plants for gardeners. The Geranium 'Rozanne' is the 2008 Perennial Plant of the Year winner.
2008 list of perennial plants • what is geranium rozanne • perennial plants association winners • geranium rozanne history • geranium rozanne plant care
How to Grow Asparagus
Fresh grown asparagus tastes great and is relatively easy to grow. Growing your own gourmet vegetables will help you reduce your food costs.
how to grow asparagus • asparagus growing • asparagus planting • asparagus crowns • growing asparagus from seeds
Fresh grown asparagus tastes great and is relatively easy to grow. Growing your own gourmet vegetables will help you reduce your food costs.
how to grow asparagus • asparagus growing • asparagus planting • asparagus crowns • growing asparagus from seeds
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