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Ugh, tax time! Are you wishing that you had a magic money tree? A minor point but one that some readers may find importantMoney Tree art at left by the incomparable "Inky" Used here with permission, Thank you! Inky Art not to be used elsewhere without...

It's an old craft that needs to be revived. Macrame is a natural craft for gardeners and is actually very simple to do. You will use this for the first knot that will make the coil at the top of the hanger.

"City" water has chlorine. Remember, you usually "get what you pay for". Lucky Bamboo Shop also graciously allowed me to use the picture above; thank you!Another site with information on feng shui : Lovetoknow, article ,

Obviously a sturdy support was needed. Next came all of my garden ornaments. It was so secure that I could easily pick it up and move it.Next came the task of adding twinkle lights.

It'll make you warm.”So I watched the mail, and sure enough, a package arrived. Of course if you make a small pillow, it would need to be of a size that would fit in your microwave.

My smart phone has an awesome utility for keeping records, issuing reminders, and gathering information. How could I refuse? The sales pitch came from my husband. Such temptation! But having been burned before by roses, I hardened my heart, hesitated,...

Imagine the excitement of joining other frenzied shoppers and returning home with your newly purchased treasures with a quest to find the perfect spot for them in your garden!However, members at many of the Botanical Gardens, often receive an invitation...

Then you simply unscrew the top, wash the top and bottom, refill and reassemble. All the feeders were used, but, selfishly, I wanted them at the window feeder. They should be cleaned and refilled frequently, especially in hot weather, to keep the nectar...

Some varieties have gold foliage. Hydrangeas produce puffballs of white, pink or blue flowers with large, green leaves. Mock orange grows to 7 feet with spring blooming white flowers.

Traditional firing in a kiln can take up to 2 days, while raku can be as fast as 5 hours. That's when I knew I made the right decision in tackling this project.After each pot was fired once, glazing became a mindless, relaxing activity.

(Once she's used PlantFiles, I'll bet she'll be hooked.) A trial subscription with full feature access is a real deal at only five dollars. On the other hand, you can start small. Buy the biggest one there (for about a dollar a pound).

Accessed August 25, 2008.Save your money: Delicious cups of wonder from the world of COFFEE Once rooted, it should not be relocated. For this recipe, you don't have to use seeds at all, but they sure enhance the texture and flavor.iscotti is a treat your...

When the plants develop their first true leaves transplant the seedlings into a larger pot.Small patches of poison Ivy can be eliminated by dousing them with boiling water. At the end of my lectures to garden clubs I like to share a few tips with the...

I would love them more if they had holes in the bottom. We don't get the outdoor type that adds whimsy to our gardens. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos into order, confusion into clarity

Growers with Bamboo Garden suggest supplying a 3-inch layer of compost or rotted manure around the base of the bamboo as a supply of supplemental slow-release, natural nutrients twice throughout the year as well.Apply the fertilizer in early spring and...

Give the plants plenty of air circulation for when they reach their mature size; don't crowd them. The best fungicide for tomatoes, or any other kind of plant, is prevention. Fungicides can protect a plant if they are used before any kind of fungal infection...

Consider using native Texas flowering plants in your garden. Plant in full sun in moist, well-drained soils. Because of its penchant for dry, stony soils, it makes a suitable plant for rock gardens.Texas A & M University recommends the native verbena...

Otherwise, continue to fertilize year-round.Use 1 lb. A granular formula is preferable to liquid.Fertilize the plumeria every three months beginning in April and ending in August if you live in an area with frosts.

It was thought to protect inhabitants from thunder and lightning strikes, so was a common sight planted on thatch and sod roofs. Great for new gardeners, lazy gardeners and busy gardeners.

The vinegar wash will stop the process.When you are satisfied with your pattern, and want to halt the bleaching process, dunk it into the vinegar water and cover it completely. You shouldn't have to soak it, but dampen it well.

This pulp may be stored in the freezer, or allowed to dry fully before another papermaking session.After your paper is dry, you can cut it to size with scissors or a razor knife. You can use old picture frames with the glass removed.

Clip the stems early in the morning and only take flowers that are just before their peak. Powdery mildew is a fungus that thrives in damp, humid conditions, so keeping the leaves dry with good air circulation is the best prevention.

With several kids rolling and squashing the clay, you'll have your different colors ready to go in no time. A real ladybug has the same set of spots on both wings, in mirror image, but your ladybug can have any pattern of spots you want to give her.Now...

Add water until the flat part is submerged by a half inch. Expect blooms in roughly three weeks from "planting."When giving forced paperwhite as a gift, I'd recommend one of the following options:Plant the bulbs and begin watering two weeks before giving.

The temperature of the water during the washing and rinsing cycles are far below those required to destroy microorganisms. The time saved with open kettle canning is not worth the risk of food spoilage or illness.

While standard trees can get to 20 feet in diameter, semi-dwarf fruit trees can be planted on 12 to 15 foot centers, and dwarf fruit trees need only 10 feet of space. If you've only got space for a few trees, you want to be sure you're growing your favorites.

If you live in an area that experiences a, keep watering until the root ball is completely frozen. Because of this, it's a good idea to keep your evergreen in at least partial shade where it won't be warmed by the sun only to be shocked by plunging night...