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Plastic plant markers.

Homemade Plant Markers

I am looking for ideas for making plant markers. They have gotten so expensive (like about 12 little plastic markers for $5.00).

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How to Build a Greenhouse

How to Build a Greenhouse

In this video series Paul Simon, from the National Gardening Association, walks you through the process of building a greenhouse step-by-step. Check out the related videos for additional steps more tips on building your greenhouse.

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Building a Greenhouse, Greenhouse on the side of a home.

Building a Greenhouse

This is a guide about building a greenhouse. Having a greenhouse is a major advantage for any gardener. You can keep plants that would normally not winter well in your area and can grow a much wider variety of flowers.

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Garden: Elegant Stinkhorn Mushroom

We found this Elegant Stinkhorn growing in our flowerbed. It came up overnight. It is a mushroom that supposedly puts off a horrid smell. We found ours before it had a chance to begin to smell bad apparently.

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The three lengths of rope after separating it.

Unravel Rope For Multiple Cords

The long stemmed flowers were all on the ground. There was a need to tie them up a bit, but I didn't have enough of the end of a cord roll to do both. So, I unraveled the tri-cord and then had three separate cords to do the flowers and I put the rest back in the car.

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Iris Bed in Path Garden

Garden: Iris Bed on the Path Garden

We are working to make a new Iris bed on the "Path Garden". This spot was damaged some by the renters in the house next to this short wall.So we've decided to add some donated tiles to make it a home for bearded iris.

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Tips for Protecting Your Plants When Painting Your Home

A beautifully painted exterior is a great way to increase your home's curb appeal. A little bit of planning is all you need to keep your plants out of harm's way.

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Giant Rag Weed in Garden

Garden: What Is This Plant? (Giant Ragweed)

Not long ago, I asked the ThriftyFun community to help me identify this strange, rapidly-growing plant that mysteriously appeared in my perennial garden. I received replies ranging from wild lettuce to hog weed, but none were correct.

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Garden swing with wire woven between side bars and vine growing up the side

Garden Cheapies

After perusing your local garden store you'll realize that the summer growing season means big business for these companies. They're counting on you to invest heavily in your seasonal needs. Instead, look for some recycling options that keep your garden and your wallet healthy.

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Man snoozing on garden bench

Garden Benches

Beautiful gardens are filled with colorful plants, meandering paths, and places where you can stop and linger to enjoy the fruits of your labor - that is, providing you have a place to sit down.

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Repurposing Edging Bricks As Pavers

Last month I found some old edging bricks from another garden. Their new purpose: a connecting path between my dining patio and my fire pit area.

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man attaching plant to a stake

Staking Garden Plants

Staking garden plants is an important technique for keeping plants healthy and looking their best. There may be a number of different methods to staking plants, but there are really only two rules: stake plants early and try to be discreet.

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Backyard Deck

Garden: Backyard Deck

This is my back yard patio. I can view this from my sliding glass door, and love to look at it. It's got such "cute" factor!

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My Backyard Path

Scenery: My Backyard (Chesterfield, VA)

These pictures were taken in my back yard which just about takes up the whole place for all the plants. I have rose of Sharons - 3 colors, angel trumpets - 4 colors, iris, lilies, bananas, palms and many more.

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4 wheeled garden cart

Comparing Wheelbarrows and Garden Carts

When faced with lugging plants, soil, other materials around the yard, wheelbarrows and garden carts are indispensable tools. Here are some side by side comparisons of their basic features, as well as some shopping tips if you find yourself in the market to buy one.

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Photo: Chickens in the Garden

Our chicken and her newly hatched chicks found their way into our garden and started to look for some food.

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Choosing the Right Trellis

The concept of the trellis is simple - plants grab on and plants climb up. Whether you are using one for, the humble trellis is one of the most versatile structures that you can have in your garden.

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Reuse Plastic Containers for Seedlings

When I buy my chicken in bulk, they come in big plastic containers. The containers make perfect seedling trays for the green house and they're free. I also use all the plastic containers that tomatoes, plums, etc. come in.

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Nine Ways To Use Sawdust In Your Garden

Sawdust is inexpensive, readily available, and has many practical uses in the garden. It often gets a bad rap for "stealing" nitrogen from growing plants, but when used properly it can actually support the growth of your plants by helping to improve your soil.

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Mulch for Gardens in Hot Areas

My friends are always admiring my flower garden, but can't seem to get theirs to grow. Here goes the only key to a happy garden in the south and other hot places - mulch, mulch, mulch, and water!

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How Do I Sell a Sago Palm?

How do I sell a sago plant?

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The Downsides of Using Dyed Wood Mulch

In recent years, the use of dyed wood mulch has become more and more popular with homeowners. It's often used to create eye-catching walkways, colorful backdrops for ornamental plants, or to add visual interest to otherwise barren parts of the landscape.

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Garden: Before And After Harvest

These two pictures are the 'before' and 'after' in my garden. Once I have harvested all of the vegetables and flowers; I leave gates open, and the neighbors enjoy the rest of the garden.

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Inexpensive Stepping Stones in 10 Easy Steps

Stepping stones are an easy way to add functional creativity to your garden. Here's a simple and inexpensive way to make your own in just 10 easy steps.

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Ideas To Revitalize Garden Club

Our garden club needs a boost. Can anyone suggest a few interesting programs?

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Choosing the Right Trellis

Choosing the Right Trellis The concept of the trellis is simple - plants grab on and plants climb up. Whether you are using one for, the humble trellis is one of the most versatile structures that you can have in your garden.


Nine Ways To Use Sawdust In Your Garden

Nine Ways To Use Sawdust In Your GardenSawdust is inexpensive, readily available, and has many practical uses in the garden. It often gets a bad rap for "stealing" nitrogen from growing plants, but when used properly it can actually support the growth of your plants by helping to improve your soil.


The Downsides of Using Dyed Wood Mulch

The Downsides of Using Dyed Wood MulchIn recent years, the use of dyed wood mulch has become more and more popular with homeowners. It's often used to create eye-catching walkways, colorful backdrops for ornamental plants, or to add visual interest to otherwise barren parts of the landscape.


Inexpensive Stepping Stones in 10 Easy Steps

Inexpensive Stepping Stones in 10 Easy StepsStepping stones are an easy way to add functional creativity to your garden. Here's a simple and inexpensive way to make your own in just 10 easy steps.