Click picture to enlarge What you need: 3-6′ lengths of 1 to 1-” “structural” bamboo 1-42″ length of ” bamboo (for the top cross piece) 2-36″ lengths of ” bamboo (for the middle cross pieces) 2-30″ lengths of ” bamboo (for decorative vertical pieces) 16-36″ lengths of 3/8″ bamboo (for lower cross pieces) Black lashing […]
Click picture to enlarge Fruit trees are a worthwhile addition to any landscape. For cost effectiveness and best selection, purchase them bareroot in fall or late winter. Click picture to enlarge The most important consideration is suitability of the variety to your region. The fruit varieties in grocery stores may not be the best varieties […]
Click picture to enlarge What you need: Concrete blocks Wooden stake or rebar String Rubber mallet In order to have a truly circular border you first need to determine the center point of the area. Once you have a preliminary shape etched out, drive two stakes into the ground at the edge of the proposed […]
Click picture to enlarge What you need: Pruning shears Rooting hormone 6″ plastic pot Cutting or seedling mix The first thing to do when taking a cutting from a broad-leafed evergreen is pinch off the main growing tip. This prevents the cutting from putting any energy into new foliage or flower growth. It also prevents […]
Click picture to enlarge What you need: Ivy plugs Ceramic, clay or plastic pot Time release fertilizer Topiary form Potting soil Place the form that you will be using in your pot. An eight to ten inch pot should be sufficient, but it all depends on the size of the form and the size of […]
Click picture to enlarge What you need: 2 ceramic pots 12″ length of 1/4″ nylon rope 1-2″ piece of wood dowel Plastic tray Wick watering is ideal for plants like African violets that enjoy evenly moist soil. It also works perfectly as an automatic watering system if you plan on traveling and don’t have anyone […]
Click picture to enlarge What you need: 2 batterboards 2′ length of 1/2″ rebar String Mallet 4 wooden stakes 2 green stakes or small wooden dowels Tape measure Knife This method can be used to create a square or rectangular string line of any size. For this tutorial a 4′ by 12′ area is being […]
Click picture to enlarge What you need: Sharp knife Rooting hormone Small pot Potting soil Clear plastic bag Chopsticks or green stakes When an African violet gets older, it frequently looses some of its bottom leaves. This makes the plant look “leggy” or “necky.” Click picture to enlarge To restore the plant to its more […]
Click picture to enlarge There are many different types of pruning tools on the market. Choosing the right tool for the job will make the task of pruning faster and easier whether it’s removing a limb from a tree or pruning back your roses. Click picture to enlarge Hand pruners are the most commonly used […]
Click picture to enlarge What you need: Orchid flower Fern frond Florist’s tape Florist’s wire Pruning shears Utility scissors or wire cutters Most orchids make stunning and long lasting corsages. And the best part,they are simple to make. Remove the flower you wish to use, retaining about 3″ of the stem. Click picture to enlarge […]
Click picture to enlarge What you need: 4 pallets Chicken wire Utility wire Staple gun Wire cutters Bungee cords or rope This compost bin was constructed using four old pallets and some chicken wire. If you are composting large amounts of material, you may want to make an additional bin for finished compost. Click picture […]
Click picture to enlarge What you need: Glass jar or coffee can Tape Pen or permanent marker Gardeners frequently find themselves with leftover seeds at the end of the season. When seeds are not stored properly, they quickly loose their viability and become worthless. Here is a simple and effective seed storing technique. Obtain a […]
Click picture to enlarge What you need: Watertight ornamental pot Gravel Charcoal Sphagnum moss Double potting is a handy technique to use when you want the decorative look of an ornamental pot but the horticultural advantages of the standard clay pot, such as a drainage hole. First select a watertight ornamental pot that is a […]
Click picture to enlarge What you need: Strawberry plants 3′-4′ wide black plastic Knife Spade Planting strawberries into black plastic has several advantages. The black plastic keeps weeds at bay, conserves soil moisture, keeps the fruit clean, and also warms the soil … encouraging early fruit development. The soil should be moistened before laying down […]
