Five Questions to Ask of your Lawn Care Company

When the summer swelter catches up with you and you´re ready to find someone else to take care of your lawn, hiring the lowest bidder or the kid down the street may be the most dangerous thing you can do. This article describes what to look for in a reputable landscaping service and how to make sure that you´re not wasting your money.

Submitted By PJ Rooks

Extreme Plants Part II: Perennials that Thrive in Difficult Soil

Do you have trouble growing plants in some areas of your yard because of tricky soil conditions? This article offers suggestions for perennials that do well in areas with excessively wet, poor or acidic soil.

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Extreme Plants Part I: Shade-Loving Plants for your Landscape

This article lists perennials that will grow and thrive in shady areas of your yard.

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Hyacinth Bean Vine: A Beautiful Climber for your Landscape

With its dark green leaves, pink and white flowers and maroon seedpods, the hyacinth bean vine is a beautiful, almost ethereal, addition to any landscape. Though it has been used for centuries in other cultures, it has only recently made its appearance in the U.S. as a decorative plant.

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Ten Landscaping Myths: Busted!

Ten common landscaping, turf and gardening misconceptions explored and de-bunked.

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Drought-Proof Your Yard and Garden

Eight tips break through common misconceptions about how to care for your yard and garden during a drought.

Submitted By PJ Rooks