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Time to sell? Your outdoor spaces can be the bonus buyers want |
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If you're preparing to sell this spring but aren't in a position to invest in ambitious renovations, such as a kitchen remodel or new hardwood floors, the best advice is to look to the "bonus" spaces in and around your home and maximize their appeal.
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Tips for growing easy care orchids |
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Think orchids are just for those with green thumbs and garden aprons filled with gadgets and secret instructions? Think again. Now there are no-fear orchids for everyone that will reward you with fabulous blooms for months on end.
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The 60–degree factor: What to do when the temperature tells you it's time to get |
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Like an alarm clock for our senses and our gardens, the thermometer swelling to 60 degrees awakens us in the spring. We all get the irresistible urge to get outside, birds are chirping, animals come out from hibernation and plants start unfurling their leaves and flowers to color our world.
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Make your outdoor living spaces more beautiful and functional with proper lighti |
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As winter's cold winds fade into memory, we're all eager to get outside and enjoy warmer weather. But if poor lighting means your outdoor activities end when the sun goes down, it may be time to brighten up.
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How to care for your feathered garden friends year round |
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Your garden says a lot about who you are. By carefully choosing and arranging plants, tilling soil, and caring for your flowers and vegetables, you bring a part of nature into your life. In addition to the visual appeal of the plants, gardens attract wildlife. Rabbits and squirrels, butterflies and birds all enjoy your garden, adding to the beauty.
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Snow and ice removal a matter of safety and liability |
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As residents and business owners tire of clearing snow and ice from sidewalks, driveways and parking lots, they are probably not thinking about lawsuits, fines and jail time. But maybe they should. The public's demand for winter safety and mobility isn't confined to roadways alone; it also includes pedestrian safety and mobility.
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Take the sweat out of your DIY projects this spring |
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You've been dreaming about digging in your garden, tweaking your landscaping or improving your house all winter long. Finally the weather is nice, your yard is clear and dry and it's time for you to get your hands dirty and start working.
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Growing roses is easy with these simple tips |
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No other flower can evoke romance in the garden like a rose. As America's favorite flower, roses can be found adorning homes in quaint coastal villages to rural farmlands, modern cities to quiet mountain retreats. With a little know-how, you can grow healthy, beautiful roses that you can show off with pride.
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Make your lawn the envy of the neighborhood |
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Curb appeal is something homeowners always have tucked into the back of their minds, even if they aren't planning on selling or moving any time soon.
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Prep your home now to keep bugs out this spring |
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As the weather warms up, life begins to pop up around the home. Spring is when flowers start blooming, grass turns green, birds return to the feeders - and insects and pests crawl out of the woodwork. Yikes! Yes, spring brings into your house the bugs and critters you'd prefer stay outside in the backyard. And not only do these creepy critters make your skin crawl, but they could potentially pass on to your family several different illnesses or cause damage to your house and possessions.
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Get a jump start on growing food and flowers this spring with raised garden beds |
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The popularity of urban gardening has exploded over the past couple of years, due in part to increased awareness about food safety, the financial stresses of the economy and a growing desire to be eco-friendly.
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Landscaping with retaining walls adds curb appeal, usability to your home |
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The best investment you can make in your home - both for your pocketbook and your personal enjoyment - is in landscaping. Real estate experts agree that every dollar you put into your yard eventually will return one to two dollars when you sell. And at a time when home values are sagging, that's something to consider.
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Inspect home fencing to ensure safety and security |
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Weather extremes are brutal on exterior landscaping. Rain, snow, wind and temperature variances all take a toll, especially on residential fencing. Now's the time to inspect fencing, gates and gate hardware around your property to ensure all are in good working condition.
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New garden superstars blend charm and practicality |
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From hardy hybrids to stylish, smart gardens, spring 2010 promises exciting new plants and products for garden lovers everywhere.
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Expert tips for creating a beautiful landscape |
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It may be cold outside, but homeowners are already dreaming of creating beautiful garden settings around their homes come spring. Landscaping success doesn't have to be hit or miss, and if it has been for you, it may be time to call in a professional landscape designer.
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Bring garden cheer into your home with color |
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Even in the throes of winter, when most gardens are hibernating under a cold-weather blanket, it's easy to bring the warm, vibrant feelings of spring into the home with colors, textures and patterns.
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Bring early spring to your home with indoor gardening |
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Do images of flowering trellises laden with yellow, pink, green and purple blooms dance through your dreams? You may be ready for some warm spring-like temperatures, but the weather outside is still a little frightful. Ignore the weather and bring spring inside with some indoor gardening.
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Gardening is making a popular comeback |
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Change has come to America. The pop culture phrase "show me the money," boiling throughout business and industry, has cooled down and is forcing people to take a hard look at what is really important in life.
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Don't trash that banana peel – composting is an easy, eco–friendly alternative |
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Recycling is certainly not a new concept. In fact, gardeners have been using one form of recycling - composting - for about as long as people have tilled the soil. Composting is a cost-effective, eco-friendly way to give your garden a boost.
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Fall into winter and start the bird–feeding frenzy |
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Fall is the traditional beginning of the classic start for the yearlong season of bird feeding. More people feed birds than watch football, baseball or any other sport, or participate in any other outdoor activity. That's right. Bird feeding is in. More than 65 million Americans are doing it, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
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Winter's hottest new 'in' activity: birdfeeding |
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Bird feeding is in. More than 65 million Americans are doing it, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
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Deter 'deer drama' this winter |
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Deer do some of their worst damage to your garden, landscape, trees and shrubs in winter, when other food sources are hard to come by. Here's how to halt the "deer drama" in your backyard this winter.
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Winter blues in your backyard? Attracting songbirds livens lackluster landscapes |
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The backyard can seem barren and bleak when the leaves fall off the trees and the last blooming plant retires until spring. But there's an easy way to brighten your backyard and fill it with color and song this winter - charm songbirds looking for an easy, reliable food source.
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How to use your all–terrain vehicle all year long |
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Many ATV/UTV owners are preparing to store their ride away for the winter, but with a little planning, any enthusiast can utilize their all-terrain vehicle throughout the year without having to pay a shop's expensive fees.
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How to make the most of your fall harvest |
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As fall harvest season begins, many gardeners find themselves with bushels of tomatoes, baskets of cucumbers and armfuls of lettuce. So when your garden is overflowing with produce, how do you make the most of your harvest?
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Home improvement and landscape project tips |
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Fall can be a great time to take stock of your home and landscaping and make some improvements.
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Tips for planting and protecting your fall landscape |
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As the crisp fall air ushers in a new season, many gardeners may be left wondering: what now? Garden experts from across the country weighed in with their tips on the best things you can do this fall for a fabulous garden next year.
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The proper care and feeding of your fall lawn |
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Most people view spring and summer as the peak time for lawn care, but it's fall that actually marks the beginning of your lawn's growing season. There are simple but crucial steps to take now to promote a strong, beautiful lawn through next season and beyond.
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For gorgeous grass next season, start with soil, end with seed |
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Take care of some essential lawn chores this fall and you'll reap the rewards next spring - in the form of a lush, healthy, beautiful lawn. In fall, lawn grasses need to become especially strong as the weather cools. Give them some TLC now, and your lawn will reap the benefits over the winter and into next spring.
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Some like it cold: It's not too late to get your fall veggie garden growing |
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If you haven't yet joined the "grow your own vegetables" craze, it's not too late to join in. You can produce a bounty of vitamin-rich veggies from plot (or pot) to plate this fall, plus you'll save a bundle by growing them yourself.
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The ultimate gardening workout |
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With all the bending, lifting and stretching involved, gardening can be a fun and effective workout - if you know how to make the most of it.
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How to make the most of fall's final harvest |
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Your vegetable garden has supplied your family with flavorful, nutritious fare throughout the summer. But the arrival of autumn doesn't mean your days of enjoying your garden are over. If you plant now for the future and prepare for the coming season, it's possible to enjoy a few last tasty morsels from your garden and ensure next spring's landscape will be dazzling.
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Do–it–yourself tips to get rid of problem birds |
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Homeowners may not have the pest bird problems that plagued Tippi Hedren in Alfred Hitchcock's unforgettable thriller "The Birds," but pest birds can still ruin your day. Fortunately, there are a number of effective and humane bird deterrents to help keep pest birds away from your property.
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Affordable outdoor improvements offer great return on investment |
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With the real estate market yet to rebound from its dramatic plunge and credit still tight, housing figures show that more homeowners are staying put. But that doesn't mean they're sitting idly by. People are investing in affordable home upgrades that not only make an immediate impact, but make their property more attractive should they decide to put it on the market later.
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Lengthen the life of your cut flowers |
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In the mood to bring the bounty of the outdoors inside? The amazing colors, fragrances and textures of your flower garden can easily be brought indoors, arranged and appreciated throughout the summer and fall months.
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Create memorable outdoor parties for less |
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The backyard will be the summer entertainment hot spot as Americans seek affordable ways to spend time with family and friends. But your outdoor party can be spoiled quickly if unwelcome insects show up.
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Save money without sparing romance |
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Champagne, roses and chocolate-covered strawberries spell romance, but all can fade fast. A more innovative and enduring (not to mention budget-conscious) method for adding romance is to bring it outdoors. In fact, your own backyard can be a much more cost-effective and intimate date night.
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Romance on a budget – enjoy the great outdoors |
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Champagne, roses and chocolate-covered strawberries spell romance, but all can fade fast. A more innovative and enduring (not to mention budget-conscious) method for adding romance is to bring it outdoors. In fact, your own backyard can be a much more cost-effective and intimate date night.
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Make your lawn an outdoor oasis |
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Economic uncertainty has many families skipping expensive vacations and opting for so-called "staycations" in their own backyards. They're cooking, camping and enjoying outdoor activities right at home, making their lawns the perfect spot for an oasis of fun and relaxation.
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Expert tips for creating a backyard habitat for colorful summer birds |
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Whether city or country, bird watching is fun and you can create an environment for it in your own backyard in less time than you think. Summer is a great time to get started because the most colorful birds with beautiful songs are around to enhance your outdoor environment. Here's what you need to know to get started.
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Expert tips for creating a backyard habitat for colorful birds |
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Whether city or country, bird watching is fun and you can create an environment for it in your own backyard in less time than you think. Here's what you need to know to get started.
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Tips to prevent fire ants |
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Fire ants are very serious and territorial insects. They are not only a nuisance to your property; they can harm you, your children and your pets. Being able to identify fire ants, where they live, treatments for prevention, working with your neighbors for season-long control, and what to do if you are stung are all very important elements to educate yourself and family on in order to be fire ant-free.
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Driveway improvements speed home offers, lower costs |
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With a "For Sale" sign in your front yard, you want potential buyers to take a good, long look at your property. And even if you're not planning a move, you want to be sure you protect and maintain your home to keep future repairs at a minimum.
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Water–conserving, money–saving tips for summer gardens |
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Summer 2009 may be a bit less dry than last year in some areas of the country, according to the National Weather Service's Seasonal Drought Outlook. But it still makes sense, both environmentally and economically, to conserve water as much as possible in your gardening and landscaping efforts.
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Save money and water with smart lawn and garden tips |
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Even if your region is one of the few areas of the country not experiencing repeated drought seasons, it still makes sense environmentally and economically to conserve water as much as possible in your gardening and landscaping efforts.
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Backyard Buzz: How to Attract Hummingbirds |
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If the birding world had a rock star, it would be the hummingbird. Swift, tiny, secretive and simply amazing to watch, "hummers" are so hard to spot that catching a glimpse of one can be a summer experience you'll long remember. But you don't have to be an avid birder to be thrilled by the sight of a hummingbird.
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Now is the time for a deck safety check |
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Your deck is the perfect place to enjoy the warm weather with friends and loved ones. But an unsafe deck could possibly collapse, causing serious injuries to you and your guests. With 40 million decks in the United States that are more than 20 years old, it's important for homeowners to check their deck.
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Choose right, use right: Tips for safe and effective use of pesticides and ferti |
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It's that time of the year again when millions of do-it-yourself homeowners face the challenges of keeping problem insects and weeds away from home gardens and yards -- while staying within the family budget. The pesticides and fertilizers available at local hardware and home improvement stores are designed specifically to help with these tasks, but choosing the right products and using them correctly is something every homeowner must consider.
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Choose right, use right: Tips for safe and effective use of pesticides and ferti |
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Tips and Tricks for Adding Curb Appeal to Your Landscape |
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You only get one chance for your home to make a first impression. With a little help from Mother Nature, you can demand a second look from passersby with a show-stopping front yard.
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Relax: Choose the Right Hot Tub in 10 Easy Steps |
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Stress negatively impacts the mind and body in profound ways. Soothing hot tubs have become a favored home improvement that promotes relaxation and provides a sanctuary from everyday pressures. Whether you're an empty-nester or a family of five, hot tubs make a notable addition to a backyard.
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Enjoy the Benefits of Gardening –– For You and For the Planet |
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While some people see gardening as simply playing in the dirt, the physical and mental benefits are well-documented. In addition to being good for your mind and body, sustainable gardening is a great way to be kind to the planet and connect you to nature and the food you eat.
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Have a Great Lawn That's Good to the Earth |
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Caring for the environment means caring for a full, green lawn. Properly maintaining your lawn will produce strong grass and can help protect and conserve water resources at the same time.
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Gardens with Color Combos and Foliage Factor |
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Unifying blooming and foliage plants in gardens has become a popular trend because it allows homeowners to think outside the box of traditional flower beds. If planted with care, a garden space can result in a heightened presence of sight, smell, movement and even touch.
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Natural Ways to Keep Pests from Spoiling Outdoor Summer Fun |
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From backyard barbecues and pool parties to cultivating your landscaping and "recession garden," summer fun is even better when shared with others ... except when that group includes some unwelcome critters.
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New Deck Trends Help Define Your Outdoor Living Area |
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Just as your home's decor is a statement of your taste and personality, so is your backyard. As the trend for enjoying customized decks and outdoor living space grows, personalized outdoor living areas are the latest in home improvement upgrades.
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Save Money with Sophisticated Sun Control |
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Do you ever wish you could create a more comfortable home environment while also having a positive impact on the environment? By providing shade to windows and patio doors, your interior temperatures can be significantly reduced. You'll use less fuel and save on cooling costs.
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Flavorful Landscapes –– A Growing Trend |
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Nothing beats the flavor of a fresh-from-the-garden tomato; warmed by the sun, plucked right from the plant and eaten in the garden. More than 43 percent of U.S. households plan to experience this and the other benefits of homegrown fruits, vegetables and herbs this summer.
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Maintaining Fences and Gates a Smart Move |
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Good fences really can make good neighbors and neighborhoods. When was the last time you inspected fences, gates and gate hardware around your property to ensure they're still in good working condition? Ignoring fence and gate maintenance can be extremely costly. Taking measures that will help protect your home, property, children and pets is inexpensive, quick and easy to do.
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Simple Steps to Stylish and Affordable Outdoor Spaces |
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When the sun is shining and the summer breezes are blowing, it's difficult to resist the call to relax outdoors. But if you have a blank canvas of grass or a cement slab, it doesn't exactly call to mind visions of barbeques and family gatherings. Don't stare longingly out the windows this summer when you can expand your living space to include the outdoors in just a few simple steps.
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Lawns Do a World of Good |
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Imagine life without grass. No green lawns with kids playing outdoors, no soft cushion for your bare feet on a hot summer day, and less greenery to clean the air we breathe. Perhaps we take for granted all the great eco-benefits a well-fed, lush lawn provides for us. Yet lawns still get a bad rap because of the assumed negative effects on the environment. Let's face it; a well-cared-for lawn is better for you, your family, and the environment.
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How to Make a Big Splash with Your Small Yard |
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A baby boomer couple downsizing, a working professional's downtown city condo, and a young family's starter home in a metro suburb -- the trend of people moving to smaller homes with smaller yards continues to grow. If you are one of them, how do you make the most out of your small outdoor green space? With the right tools and strategies, you'll find the possibilities are endless.
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Bird Proof Your Home for Spring |
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Spring is a busy time for birds. Warmer temperatures increase food sources, and birds are on the look out for new nesting spots and mates. Most homes and gardens provide the three elements necessary for a birds' survival: food, water and shelter. When you're dealing with a pest bird problem, addressing these three elements will make it easy to bird proof a home.
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Large Acreage Lot? Save on Maintenance with DIY Tips and Tools |
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If you've decided it's time to save money by taking care of your acreage on your own, starting out with several important tools can make the job easier. Here are a few useful items every multi-acreage homeowner should have.
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Bird proof your home |
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Summer is a busy time for birds. Warmer temperatures increase food sources, and birds are on the look out for new nesting spots and mates. Most homes and gardens provide the three elements necessary for a birds' survival: food, water and shelter. When you're dealing with a pest bird problem, addressing these three elements will make it easy to bird proof a home.
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Catch Orchid Fever |
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From corsages pinned to prom dresses to exotic specimens in greenhouses, orchids are the most glamorous flowering plants in the world, but few know just how easy orchids are to grow and how affordable they've become. Here is what you need to know to grow beautiful orchids in your home today.
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Is Your Home in Need of a Home Design Stimulus Plan? |
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These days bailouts are common, but not many Americans have considered it for their home design. Does lifeless and cluttered design leave your home in need of a makeover? Here are some tips from a pro to help you out.
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Easy, Green and Inexpensive Container Gardens Brighten Your Day |
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Now more than ever we are all looking for ways to find affordable, earth-friendly hobbies and leisure activities to bring us moments of pleasure in a stressful world. Investing in a planter or two (or more!) this spring can provide you with colorful blooms or delicious vegetables to brighten each day throughout the summer months.
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Three Solutions for Stubborn Outdoor Spaces |
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Even seasoned gardeners have at least one difficult area in the landscape where no plants survive. Whether it is around a trash can storage area or in a shallow space surrounding a tree, understanding the appropriate plant material for bare, problematic areas can bring new life to the lawn and garden.
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Logical Garden Design for Spaces Homeowners Will Love |
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Creating a garden that is uniquely one's own is an exciting yet overwhelming process for many homeowners. Having a plan is important to aid any project, whether homeowners prefer large garden beds and borders or smaller container gardens.
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Great gardens start with a plan |
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Creating a garden that is uniquely one's own is an exciting yet overwhelming process for many homeowners. Having a plan is important to aid any project, whether homeowners prefer large garden beds and borders or smaller container gardens.
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Groceries from the Backyard: A Harvest of Savings |
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Homeowners with shrinking household budgets are looking for help in their own backyards. Can planting a veggie patch really save you money? Government agencies and gardening organizations say yes.
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Lawn Mowing: Get Reel, Go Gas–free |
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Environmental awareness of gasoline engine pollution has sparked a renewed interest in reel mowers.
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Take the Bite Out of Deer Damage |
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When Bambi invites all his friends to dinner this spring, make sure it's not in your yard. If you don't protect your landscaping, Bambi and his friends will be crunching tulips like candy and popping peas right off the vine. Here's what you can do at your home.
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Easy ways to protect your landscape from deer |
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When Bambi invites all his friends to dinner, make sure it's not in your yard. If you don't protect your landscaping, Bambi and his friends will be crunching tulips like candy and popping peas right off the vine. Here's what you can do at your home.
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Easy Tips for an Eco–kind, Budget–friendly Home |
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Going green is one trend that continues to grow, helping to keep our environment healthy. And in a tough economy, taking eco-friendly steps at home can also be a way to save some money. If you are interested in being more energy efficient and want to reduce waste at your house, you'll be happy to know it's easier than you think.
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The Dirt on Gorgeous Grass |
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Here's the real dirt on what makes a lawn lush -- it's what's under the grass that counts. Your lawn can't flourish without a foundation of healthy soil. If your lawn is sparse and weed-filled, the real issue might lie just below the root zone, in the soil.
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Bird Feeding is for the Birds, Not the Squirrels |
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Squirrels are the number one problem for people who like to feed the birds. Bird-lovers have tried countless devices and gimmicks over the years to thwart seed-stealing squirrels. One of the most effective tactics is taste aversion. Simply put, if the seed you serve tastes bad to squirrels, they'll seek sustenance elsewhere.
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Is it Yard Graffiti or Not? How to Tell |
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Have you ever looked outside and noticed your neighbor's front yard painted with colorful lines or covered with flags? Despite its appearance, it's not yard graffiti, but rather temporary markings to show the approximate location of underground utility lines on the property. Underground utility lines can be found in the front or backyard and include all of the service lines such as water, gas and communication lines that bring service from the street into your home.
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Safe and Natural Ways to Fight Four–legged Foes in Your Gardens |
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You love the great outdoors, especially gardening. But sometimes wildlife can be just a bit too wild, with rabbits munching prized plants to the ground, deer devouring petals of roses and azaleas, and cats rolling over seedlings and leaving their "calling cards" throughout your landscaping. Fortunately, there are safe, effective natural ways to control critters in your garden.
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Are You Drowning Your Houseplants with Love? |
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Whether you have rooms filled with houseplants or a choice few displayed throughout your home, growing houseplants is a great way to decorate and is good for both body and soul. But did you know that the No. 1 reason indoor plants die is people drown them with love? That's right. They overwater them. Here's a solution to the problem.
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Call of the Wild (Flowers) |
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At a time when "green" is the color of thoughtful lifestyles, gardening practices are going greener, too. Gardeners need to re-imagine their gardens as an outdoor café and build safe havens for birds, bees and butterflies. How? This spring, plant a patch of wildflowers and watch the garden come alive.
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Seeding Secrets for a Sensational Lawn |
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Watering, fertilizing and proper mowing are all important aspects of lawn care. But to maintain that healthy, lush lawn you also need to be smart about seeding. Fixing some bare spots on the lawn or filling out thinning grass requires the right type of seed, a little know-how and the patience to, literally, watch grass grow.
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Protect Pets with Smart, Safe Pesticide Use |
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With the approach of warm weather, insects and other pests become more active and bothersome to animals, so our pets need to be protected from the threats posed by fleas, ticks, rodents and stinging insects.
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Top Spring Projects for Your Lawn and Garden |
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With the weather beginning to warm across the country, many people are venturing out into their yards to begin the process of turning what was once a winter wonderland into a lush green escape. The task might look overwhelming at first, but with a little help from the experts, you can have a fresh-looking lawn and garden in no time.
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Three Must–do Projects for your Lawn and Garden |
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With warm temperatures spreading across the country, many people are beginning to venture out into their yards for the first time since the fall. After months of neglect, your yard is probably in need of some TLC. But don't be overwhelmed, with a little help from the experts, you can have a lush lawn and garden in no time.
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No Backyard? No Problem. Reap the Rewards of a Vegetable Garden |
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With the current economic downturn affecting many families' budgets and in light of produce scares in 2008, starting a backyard vegetable garden is a great way to help reduce grocery bills during the summer months while keeping your family supplied with healthy foods. Even if you don't have a lot of space -- maybe only a balcony -- you can still produce plump red tomatoes, fresh lettuce, spicy peppers and more before the end of summer.
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Top 10 Spring Tips for Pet Owners |
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Planting a garden, spring cleaning, fertilizing the lawn -- we all have lots of work to do with the coming of spring. But pets also have health and safety needs this time of year that their owners should know about.
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Jump Start the Spring Growing Season |
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If you invest a bit of time now, you can ensure a bountiful harvest and a beautiful landscape to make this your best gardening season yet. Preparing a strong spring foundation means new plantings are better able to survive the heat, drought and pest attacks of summer.
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Simple Tips to 'Green' Your Yard and Your Pocket |
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It's never too early to get a jumpstart on planning a more beautiful backyard. Maybe you are looking forward to inhaling the perfume of flowers wafting through the air, clipping buds from your prize-winning rose bushes, or simply enjoying the beauty of a lusher, more verdant backyard oasis this year.
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Jump–start the Spring Growing Season |
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If you invest a bit of time now, you can ensure a bountiful harvest and a beautiful landscape to make this your best gardening season yet. Preparing a strong spring foundation means new plantings are better able to survive the heat, drought and pest attacks of summer.
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Keep West Nile Virus at Bay This Season |
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While West Nile virus is no longer grabbing as many headlines, it remains a threat worthy of serious consideration. Certain areas have seen an uptick in West Nile activity and everyone should be aware of the steps they can take to reduce the danger of mosquitoes in their outdoor spaces.
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Spring Equipment Check–Up Guide |
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You've put your winter coat away, and the days are getting longer. Welcome to spring! Unfortunately, that's not all that is getting longer. Your lawn is calling and you need to be ready to answer.
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Warm Weather Equipment Check–up Guide |
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You've put your winter coat away, and the days are getting longer. Welcome to warm weather! Unfortunately, that's not all that is getting longer. Your lawn is calling and you need to be ready to answer.
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Turn Your Backyard into a Sanctuary |
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Your backyard is your sanctuary. But you want to make it even better -- perhaps with a patio where your family can congregate, enjoy outdoor barbeques and entertain guests.
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How to Add Roses to Your Spring Garden |
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Landscape shrub roses have taken the country by storm. In home gardens, in containers and along highways, these low-maintenance roses bloom continuously from spring until frost with little to no effort. Here are some tips on using landscape shrub roses in the garden and throughout the landscape.
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How to Add Roses to Your Garden |
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Landscape shrub roses have taken the country by storm. In home gardens, in containers and along highways, these low-maintenance roses bloom continuously from spring until frost with little to no effort. Here are some tips on using landscape shrub roses in the garden and throughout the landscape.
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Tropical Hardwood Looks: The Next Hot Composite Deck Trend |
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If you're like many Americans, you'll likely curtail vacation plans this year in favor of staying home and saving money. But even economy-wary homeowners are still interested in improving their homes and they're looking for improvements with the biggest payback. Decks are often cited as delivering the highest return on investment and homeowner enjoyment.
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Garden Superstars for Spring 2009 |
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From picture-perfect roses to containers that are works of art, spring 2009 promises wonderful color and exciting new products for garden lovers everywhere.
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Top Ten 2009 Gardening Trends |
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The top gardening trends for 2009 reveal a resurgence in perennials, growing native plants, creating "blended" gardens using vegetables and herbs in flower beds, cultivating with best practices, planting to attract wildlife and going local.
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Make this a Garden Season to Enjoy |
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The catalogues are starting to pile up and the list of landscape improvements grows longer each day. Don't let this overwhelm or discourage you. Instead spend a bit of time planning now for better results in your garden.
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The Secret to a Successful Garden –– Have a Plan |
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The catalogues are starting to pile up and the list of landscape improvements grows longer each day. Don't let this overwhelm or discourage you. Instead spend a bit of time planning now for better results in your garden.
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Enjoy 'Show Stopping' Blooms All Season Long |
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Do you want gorgeous, giant blooms with lots of "boom color?" Would you like bold blossoms of color cascading from hanging baskets, decorating garden beds, and sizzling around a trellis? You can have it all by planting your own "show-stopper" right in your own backyard.
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Start Spring Early with Indoor Gardening |
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Let's face it -- February, March and April can be gray and dreary months. You're more than ready for spring to begin, but Mother Nature is on a different schedule. But you can jump start the season of growth early and bring it inside where you can enjoy it through those last moments of winter.
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Keep Your Garden Spring–gorgeous All Season Long |
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Don't spring gardens look great? Full, lush blooms of bright color make your landscaping pop and sparkle with spring's bounty. Wouldn't you love stretching that showy display throughout the summer season?
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When it's Cold Outside, Bring Nature's Warmth Indoors |
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At this time of year, many of us feel confined to our homes and trapped by bitter wind, biting cold and harsh weather. It's snowy, the days are shorter and we long for that time when we can be outdoors, digging in the dirt. If you have dreams of gardens, here are some ways to make your dreams a reality.
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Bird Lovers Can Go Nuts for Squirrels Too |
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For many outdoor wildlife lovers it seems nearly impossible to keep squirrels from raiding their bird feeders. Although victory over the squirrels may appear impossible, there is a way to feed your beloved birds without the disturbance caused by these crafty creatures.
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Welcome Spring and Bring Nature Indoors |
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Now that the ground is thawing and spring is in the air, it's time to throw open the windows and let the fresh air in. When you're venturing out to dig in the dirt, take a moment to bring the outdoors inside.
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Versatile Retaining Walls are a DIY Landscaper's Best Friend |
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Segmental retaining wall systems are one of the most versatile tools available to the do-it-yourself landscaper. Besides traditional walls designed to hold back soil, these innovative systems also can be used to build a whole array of landscaping features.
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Winter Prep for Your Outdoor Living Space |
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Soon it will be time to leave outdoor living spaces and ride out winter's cold indoors. But before you batten down the barbecue and stow the patio cushions, don't forget to take care of wooden structures - like decks, pergolas and play sets - that must remain out in the elements.
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Out of Tragedy Comes Reminder to Put Tractor Safety First |
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More than half of all farm tractors are not equipped with a roll-over protective structure. If ROPS and seat belts were added to older tractors that are not equipped with ROPS and seat belts, approximately 350 lives would be saved annually on U.S. farms and rural settings.
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Passing the Buck . . . and the Doe and the Fawn |
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After generations of dwelling in close proximity to humans, modern deer aren't afraid of us anymore. Hungry and bold, when winter comes, deer aren't afraid to help themselves to a meal in your back yard. Natural deterrents work best to keep deer away from your landscaping.
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Enjoy Outdoor Accessories All Year–round |
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The beautiful new urns on your deck or patio were a sight to behold this summer. Overflowing with brightly colored flowers, they brought you pleasure all season. But now that the colder weather is setting in, do you need to unplant them and store them out of sight where no one can enjoy them?
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Composting Fall Leaves Turns Garden Trash into Treasure |
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Fall is a great time to try your hand at turning this year's yard debris into next year's natural fertilizer.
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Mother Nature Provides Ways to Help You Warm up Your Home and Spend Time with Fa |
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When the weather outside grows cooler, gathering with loved ones around a warm fireplace can be delightful. Here's what you need to know about getting ready for fireplace season.
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For the Birds: Feed 'em in Fall to Welcome Them Back in Winter |
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Humans aren't the only ones who look forward to the autumn harvest. Fall brings a bounty of natural foods for our feathered friends, too. But while they're feasting on fall's cornucopia of delicacies, birds are also planning ahead, taking note of yards with bird feeders that can help them weather winter's cold.
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Mother Nature Provides Ways to Help You Warm up Your Home and Spend Time with Fa |
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When the weather outside grows cooler, gathering with loved ones around a warm fireplace can be delightful. Here's what you need to know about getting ready for fireplace season.
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Mother Nature Provides Ways to Help You Warm up Your Home and Spend Time with Fa |
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When the weather outside grows cooler, gathering with loved ones around a warm fireplace can be delightful. Here's what you need to know about getting ready for fireplace season.
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Mother Nature Provides Ways to Help You Warm up Your Home and Spend Time with Fa |
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Mother Nature Provides Ways to Help You Warm up Your Home and Spend Time with Fa |
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Mother Nature Provides Ways to Help You Warm up Your Home and Spend Time with Fa |
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