For the vast majority of people, the garden is synonym with fun and relaxation. We discussed a lot of ideas for decorations and outdoor furniture, but they were all dedicated to grownups. In this article, we are going to turn our attention to the younger ones and share a few ideas to help you create…
If you want to make a privacy fence or to have some plants that climb over fences or walls, there are some, that do really good in this situations. We’ve made a top five so let’s see what to plant along fences and walls. The trumpet vine is part of Bignoniaceae family. This is a…
Growing and maintaining a lawn might seem the easiest job (it’s only grass, after all), but, this couldn’t be more wrong. Actually, it takes a lot of time and special care. So what are the key points to consider when talking about the lawn maintenance? Mowing, watering, fetilizing and weeds/pest. Let’s take each one of them and…
When it comes to decorating outdoor space, natural stone is one item that will never go out of style. It has been used from ancient times and makes the perfect combination of elegance and durability, giving strength and expressiveness to any garden. One other aspect to be considered is the versatility of this material and its many purposes. 1….
Have you ever heard of the suspended gardens of Babylon? If not, perhaps you will be surprised to find out they covered over 15,000 square meters and their height was 77 meters (4 terraces). You might ask yourself what it has to do with your garden. Well, it doesn’t. Basically, there’s no connection, but have…
Building is not for everyone, but, when it comes to brick barbecues, you don’t need a lot of experience. Just the right tools, materials, and some spare time. Actually, it’s something everyone can do if they put their mind to it. Start by pouring a concrete slab. If you don’t have a walk or a…
Garden gnomes have really a long history. Some say that they first appeared in England, when a landowner supposedly purchased one as a good luck charm. Others believe that Germany would be their home country, based on the mining and ancestral myth of the Dwarves. Anyway, no matter where they were born, garden gnomes are…
Coffee grounds in the garden help enrich the soil with nutrients that your plants need. Coffee grounds are an excellent source of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium (N, P and K). Additional minerals in coffee ground include magnesium, copper, calcium, manganese, zinc and iron. There are few ways to use coffee grounds. We are going…
We all want our backyard to be an oasis of calm and beauty, a place where we can relax if we are physically or spiritually tired, surrounded by beautiful and perfumed flowers. It might seem a pretty simple thing at first glance, but, in order to enjoy all that, a lot of hard work is…
In backyard/garden centered discussions, usually, the subjects that arise are related to furniture, grills, alleys etc. In this article we are going to turn our attention to the living part of our decor. Specifically, we are going to discuss about ornamental trees. Evergreen trees By far, this is the most popular
During the hot days of summer, your garden can be easily transformed into an oasis of coolness. For this, you need some shady trees under which you can hide and a water fountain to complement the landscape design and add that element of freshness into a otherwise torrid environment. A fountain revitalizes the space around your home and significantly…
For the vast majority of people, the garden is synonym with fun and relaxation. We discussed a lot of ideas for decorations and outdoor furniture, but they were all dedicated to grownups. In this article, we are going to turn our attention to the younger ones and share a few ideas to help you create…
If you want to make a privacy fence or to have some plants that climb over fences or walls, there are some, that do really good in this situations. We’ve made a top five so let’s see what to plant along fences and walls. The trumpet vine is part of Bignoniaceae family. This is a…
Growing and maintaining a lawn might seem the easiest job (it’s only grass, after all), but, this couldn’t be more wrong. Actually, it takes a lot of time and special care. So what are the key points to consider when talking about the lawn maintenance? Mowing, watering, fetilizing and weeds/pest. Let’s take each one of them and…
So, you have a beautiful garden. Naturally, you will also need a proper fence, especially if you have pets. And, let’s face it, it’s also a matter of privacy. A professionally made fence could turn out perfectly, but is also very costly. If you like that rustic look, you can do it by yourself. We’ve…
Have you ever dreamed about having an Italian themed garden? If you didn’t get the chance to see the Italian Gardens at their home, you most certainly saw them in a documentary or a movie and you have a pretty good idea about how they look. It may seem quite a challenge to approach an Italian…
If your child’s birthday is approaching and you are out of ideas, perhaps his own little children house in the garden will be a good idea. Why is that? Because firstly, it is a truly unique toy and secondly because, besides the fact that it will provide a perfect playground, it will develop his sense…
During the hot days of summer, your garden can be easily transformed into an oasis of coolness. For this, you need some shady trees under which you can hide and a water fountain to complement the landscape design and add that element of freshness into a otherwise torrid environment. A fountain revitalizes the space around your home and significantly…
During the hot summer days, an outdoor shower is a blessing, and you owe it to yourself to just give in to this delight. The simplest solution to achieve this is to turn to the hose you usually use for watering your plants.All you have to do is to find a private spot and hook…
