5 Tips To Your Best Burgers Ever
The grill is on. Guests are gathering. Now, it’s time for the burgers! But, before we go any further, remember that no matter how you “dress” your burger, you have…
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What Is Xeriscaping?
The word xeriscape, coined to describe a garden in which little water is needed, has suddenly become a popular addition to many home gardeners’ vocabulary. The xeriscape concept, and the…
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Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Bridges.
Unlike many other ancient structures, which have survived, but only as tourist attractions (Think: The Pyramids, The Coliseum, The Leaning Tower of Pisa) many, many bridges built long, long ago,…
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Tomatoes. Everything You Need To Know.
Tomatoes. Big, red juicy tomatoes. Or small, fleshy ones. Or tiny, viny ones! Did you know that there are over 10,000 varieties of tomatoes being cultivated worldwide? Wow! Tomatoes have a…
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5 Sensational Summer Annuals
I don’t know about you, but when I invest in summer annuals I want to purchase plants which will flower from spring through frost. Perennials come and go throughout the…
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10 Sensational Summer Getaways
If your family is like our family you generally plan one “serious” summer vacation and then try to leave a couple of quick summer getaways (long weekends perhaps?) to serendipity! Here…
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4 Great Places to Spend July 4th
Food, fireworks and fun are common to July 4th celebrations, whether you celebrate at home or go on the road. Independence Day is a big, big deal in both small towns…
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Choosing A Landscape Professional
Landscaping is a big business in the USA. And more than 60 percent of that industry consists of contractors operating outside conventional licensing guidelines. Selecting reliable professionals and negotiating a fair price for…
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How To Divide Your Outdoor Space
When you think about, it’s pretty strange that while we just assume the right way to divide up inside space is by room (and room usage) more often than not,…
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Pergola or Arbor? You Make The Call.
An outdoor structure such as an arbor or pergola can take your backyard to the next level. They provide shade, aesthetic interest and can even enhance your garden. There’s often a bit…
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