Asian and North African People in the mountain region used cedar trees for several centuries which also known as the Thunja plicate in all activities of their life. They used cedar for making their homes, canoes, coffins, and even used it for cooking. The most sacred function of the cedar tree...
Puttering around your garden on one of these beautiful summer days can leave you with many good results. First, of course, it is always good to get out into some warm sunlight and, second, spending time away from the TVs maddening ruckus can do the soul nothing but good. While visiting your...
I have been known to experiment with many things in my free time. I guess people assume that because I am a writer that I have tons of free time. While that is not entirely true, it is true that my hours are unusual and that I do manage to find time for a variety of hobbies that many of my...
Mustard plants have been used for thousands of years for their pungent flavour in condiments, spicy greens for side dishes and salads, and in traditional folk medicine and Chinese herbal medicine to treat a variety of ailments. The name mustard comes from the Latin mustum ardens, or burning...
Mulching is the practice of placing a loose surface onto the surface of soil in your flower or vegetable garden in order to protect, insulate and beautify the area. This loose covering is called a mulch and it can be either of an organic or inorganic variety. Examples of mulches include compost,...
Mulch Your Flower Bulbs in the Fall for a Beautiful Spring Display
Flower bulbs need a good, long, winters sleep. Like some people we know, if they wake up before they are fully rested they get kind of cranky, and then they dont bloom well at all.
Actually what happens is during a...
Volleyball games, croquet, picnics and slip-n-slides will leave no trace on your lawn if you care for it properly.
Recently, green industry associations and companies have come together to form Project Ever- Green to raise the awareness of the environmental, economic and lifestyle...
Moose antlers are a creative form of dcor for the outdoors. Bringing in a rustic feel to any area. With a little creativity and innovation moose antlers can add a lot to a garden. Of course antlers can be mounted on a wall to give that just hunted effect but that is all too common. More creative...
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The Mentha species or mints as they are commonly called include many varieties that flavour everything from appetizers to desserts. The best-known species in North American are peppermint (M. x piperita) and spearmint (M. spicata), which are highly valued for commercial use. Mint symbolises...
Mini Roses Are Going To Change The Look Of Your Home
Your home needs some great flowers out front and there are no better flowers to choose than mini roses. These roses are fragrant as flowers get and they are pretty as well. They are easier to take care of than their larger varieties and...
Many plants vie for my attention during the month of May. Here are four of my favourites.
Cornus alternifolia Argenta
Cornus alternifolia Argenta is commonly known as the Variegated pagoda dogwood. Originating in Asia, its common name relates to its shape which resembles a sacred...