There’s no arguing about the breathtaking beauty of cherry blossom trees. I can only think of a few sights surpassing the scenic appeal of their flowers in full bloom. You may have a vague idea of how cheery blossoms and cherry trees are related. But if you’re reading this post, you’re likely thinking of a …

Having an apple tree on your property could be a great way to add some charm to your yard. Not only do they look fantastic, but they also give you the chance to harvest apples. If you take care of these trees properly, you’ll be able to enjoy fresh apples each year. Being able to …

Compost is good for the garden and reduces waste. What’s not to love? Well, turning it. That’s not an easy job. It can cause achy backs, and with some composter shapes, it’s awkward to downright impossible. How often do you need to turn compost? Is it even necessary? Can you just stir it with a …

Your garden isn’t flourishing as well as last season, and some of your favorite flowers aren’t as sizeable, or they are perishing faster than previously before. You may wonder if it’s due to nitrogen-deficient soil and, if so, how to add it to soil anyway? Add nitrogen to soil with organic or non-organic fertilizers. Organic …

The maple tree is a magnificent feature in any garden. They are easily identified by the brightly colored flowers in spring and autumn display of magnificently colored leaves that brighten up the landscape. Maples are also synonymous with their whirlybird or helicopter-type seeds that spiral their way down to the ground as they drop from …

Although “grass-cycling” your grass clippings by leaving them on your lawn to filter down and decompose is a great idea, sometimes you have too many clippings to leave. How do you store grass clippings so that you can use them later? To store grass clippings, you can dry them and use them as a mulch …

The reason arborvitae trees are so popular around the world is how hardy they are. They can withstand extreme temperatures and weather conditions, from moderate droughts to ice and snow. So, what’s the catch? Well, they need to settle in first! Most new arborvitaes die in the first year of being placed in their new …

Nobody has much spare time these days. It’s reached the point where people’s to-do lists have to-do lists. Thus, it is really tempting to sort out a few DIY and domestic jobs in the cracks of the early hours and late evenings. If you are darning socks, no problem. But when it comes to the …

Trees are gorgeous, and sometimes you have a favorite. However, if you plant seeds from your beloved tree, they might not grow up to be what you hoped, as the seeds are the result of two trees coming together through pollination. Duplicating your favorite tree means rooting a tree branch. But how? Rooting a tree …

Septic tanks and septic systems are pretty common in rural areas of North America. There are many small cities and towns that don’t have sewer systems. When you don’t have access to a sewer system, it’s going to be necessary to set up some type of septic tank. This will store waste and it’ll have …