Installing a drip irrigation system is the most efficient way of achieving the lush, green lawn or garden of your dreams. But we thought you might like to know some of the other advantages the drip system confers.
We usually complain when it rains, when we really should be embracing it. We should be saving rainwater for a sunny day - just like we save everything else for a rainy day. The dog days of summer will arrive soon enough and municipalities will issue watering restrictions. These restrictions can spell trouble for your garden if you have no other means of getting water to your plants than through your household water supply. However, if you’ve been collecting rainwater all along, your garden can be saved. [more]
Lawns, the green we love to obsess over - watering certainly makes them green, but here are some ideas for doing a few other things to help your lawn and use less water at the same time.
When seeding, select a blend of grass seed that is suitable to your region and climate. Consider using alternatives, such as ground covers, where grass is underperforming. [more]
This vine tumbler is just one of many cool products that you will find at home decor and housewares store, Homewerx. Located in downtown Vancouver, Homewerx offers a great selection of stylish and functional products at prices you can afford. They also carry tasty gourmet treats and hand-selected, hard-to-find, mood music.
Look for the latest trends in decorating accessories including shells and coral in black, white and red. [more]
For most areas in northeast North America, use the following schedule as a general guide to common garden chores (west coast and southern gardeners should adjust it according to climatic differences).
January (All outdoor plants dormant) [more]
Get creative with your walls by adding inspirational words or quotes. These companies make it quick and easy to apply professional looking lettering:
Write on the wall
Choose from their selection of standard words and quotes or create your own. Write on the Wall’s vinyl letters will adhere to any smooth or lightly textured surface and can be removed without difficulty. Visit their website for a complete catalog or for more information, call toll free at 1-866-95WRITE.
These eco-inspired candles from President’s Choice Home Collection are produced from renewable and recycled resources and naturally fragranced with essential oils. These clean-burning candles are hand-wrapped in cork and have a fresh, woodsy green scent.
Set of 3 for $8.99 CAD
To find out where to buy visit www.presidentschoice.ca.
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