Landscaping – Tools
Landscaping – Tools
Like photography, there is no end of possible tools to acquire for pursuing this practical hobby. But there are some that are a must if you’re to achieve worthwhile results.
You’ll find that having a good shovel will save you hours of back breaking effort. A good shovel is one that doesn’t break the [...]
Landscaping – The Zone System
Landscaping – The Zone System
For gardeners who want to optimize their results, the Zone System is indispensable.
The Zone System was created by the USDA (U.S. Dept of Agriculture) and divides the country into eleven zones. The divisions are based on the minimum average winter temperature with zone 1 the coldest, zone 11 the warmest. Maps [...]
Landscaping – Selecting Trees
Landscaping – Selecting Trees
Your zone and geography will affect the selection of trees for landscape design. But you’ll still find plenty of choices.
If you live in the Northwest, you can plant a hemlock and enjoy its loose, thin foliage for years. Or you can select a spruce for its gray-green needles and lovely ‘Christmas tree’ [...]
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