Remember how I said I was working on getting my garden in tip top shape for the summer.
I was simply planning to weed, fertilize, and add some annuals.
Well....it didn't turn out that way.
Instead of simply grooming the garden, I decided to give it a complete overhaul.
That's right . . . I'm crazy!
And the garden is no where near tip top shape.
It's somewhere two steps shy of when I started with a weed infested garden.
Sure the weeds have been dealt with, but then I started digging up plants, moving here and there around the garden or adding them to the compost heap all together. Now I need to split some other plants, lay down some landscaping fabric to help keep the weeds a bay and then dream up some ways to fill all vacant space I now seem to have. Not to mention haul in a couple yards of mulch via my trusty wheelbarrow.
Which brings me to why I need to keep my mouth shut!
I'll share with you of course but so far hubby hasn't figured out that my real intent for the garden means trips to the local garden center . . . and new plants.
I have all my recent purchases lined up by the front door awaiting planting time.
Sure hubby is use to me bringing boxes filled with annuals home this time of year . . . not new perennials which cost so much more.
So I'm being sneaky and grouping them in with the annuals I normal buy!
So far I've picked up four new knock out rose shrubs . . .
A bunch of pink inpatients for my shady gravel patio. . .
A handful of pink perfusion zinnia's (my favorite annual of all time) . . .
A tomato plant, and yet another shrub rose (to replace the one that didn't make it through the winter this year). . .
A cucumber plant, a handful of annual salvia and two new pink phlox for the front garden.
And for some reason a couple grasses. Not sure where I'll put them but they just sort of popped into the cart all by themselves!
I am hoping once I'm finished splitting the plants I need to most of the empty space will be filled in . . . . but who am I kidding, I'm sure at least one more major splurge at the garden center will be needed.
I splurged on pre-potted geraniums for by the front door this year.
Not something I normally do, but to tell you the truth as much as I enjoy gardening, planting is my least favorite thing to do.
Pre-potted flowers seemed like a good choice and a time saver so I can spend more time on my garden overhaul.
And since I was congratulating myself on all the time I saved by purchasing my geraniums ready to go . . . . my next Costco trip produced another one for the front garden - - this time a hot pink number.
If all goes according to plan, hubby will comment a month from now on how nice the garden is looking this year!
I'll nod my head and say "yes it is honey, yes it is!"
Mission Garden Overhaul Complete!


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Weather Whiplash – a term you may not be familiar with if you’ve never lived in a northern climate. In the past month alone, Minnesota saw temperatures close to 90 and then 30. All in the same week. It’s no wonder we are ready to swing open our doors and start living al fresco.
Outdoor living spaces have become increasingly popular in recent years and for good reason. After all, they became important extensions of our home during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
From a simple patio or deck to a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, there are some universal considerations when planning your outdoor space.
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Step 1. Choose a Focal Point
An exterior focal point acts the same as an interior focal point, adding interest and drawing your attention to it. Inside, a focal point may be a stunning piece of art in your living room or a range hood in your kitchen. Outside, think of a fire pit, water feature, or even a large tree. The focal point you choose will dictate other design decisions.
Step 2. Create Zones
If space allows, consider breaking up your space into zones. For example, you could have a dining area, a seating area, and a garden area. This will make the space more functional and allow you to use it for a variety of activities.
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Step 3. Choose Comfortable Furniture
If you haven’t shopped for outdoor furniture in a while, you may be surprised to find out that some outdoor furniture is difficult to distinguish from its indoor counterpart, both in look and comfort. If you plan to spend a lot of time in your outdoor space (and who doesn’t?), choose furniture that is cozy and will withstand the elements. Look for materials that are easy to clean and won’t fade in the sun. There are endless options out there!
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Step 4. Incorporate Lighting
Lighting can not only make your outdoor space usable at night, but it adds to the overall look and feel of your outdoor space. Just like indoors, consider incorporating ambient lighting, task lighting, and accent lighting to create a layered effect.
Whether you have a small balcony or a sprawling backyard, there are lots of ways to create an outdoor oasis. So go ahead, and embrace outdoor living… it’s here to stay, at least until October.


We are assisting the Parks department in their effort to provide renovations to the Sprinker Recreation Facility. Surface Water Management is aiding in the design of the parking lot area focusing on the use of Low Impact Development techniques that provide improved water quality benefit.
About the Project
This project proposes to implement Low Impact Development techniques including; bio-retention and permeable pavements to encourage treatment and infiltration of stormwater runoff generated from the parking lot.
Surface Water Management funds will be used to fund our contribution to the project.


Grand Hope Park
By Les Sechler, ASLA
In the middle of downtown Los Angeles is a verdant 2.5 acre oasis, filled with bougainvillea covered pergolas, shady enclaves, whimsical sculptures and a children’s playground. Designed by landscape architect and visionary Lawrence Halprin, Grand Hope Park was commissioned in the early 1980s by the Los Angeles Community Redevelopment Agency (“CRA”). Intended to be an initial component of its proposed redevelopment of the southern section of downtown, today the park serves as the gateway to the rapidly growing South Park residential, cultural, and commercial area. Halprin, who was working on the Bunker Hill Steps at the time, was awarded the design contract.
One of Halprin’s concerns during planning phase was that the neighborhood envisioned by the CRA would take years to densify, critical to the success of any public space. Coincidentally, The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM) was working with the CRA searching for a new location for its main campus. Halprin, recognizing that an instant population of 3000+ students on the park would activate it like almost nothing else could, lobbied the CRA to allow FIDM to acquire the northeast corner of the property for its new campus. The southeast corner had already been designated as a housing site, but Halprin knew that having the large student population directly on the park morning until evening would jump start the park’s chance for success.
FIDM hired Jerde Partnership as architects for its new campus, and Jerde and Halprin worked together to integrate the college with the park. According to FIDM founder and President, Tonian Hohberg, Halprin designed many of the spaces with campus events in mind. He encouraged Jerde to modify their design to include a covered arcade along the building’s entire park side creating a gracious, European style transition from building to outdoor urban space.
The park was planned as a series of “outdoor rooms” each delineated by trees, sculptures, fountains and walkways. Its center is occupied by a large lawn with a curvilinear path and edged by pergolas, the children’s play area, and public art.
The southern section of the park is more structured featuring paved terraces and one of Halprin’s interactive water features. Schematic drawings indicate that Halprin also specified locations for the art, including installations by Lita Albuquerque (Celestial Source Fountain for the sunken water court), Adrian Saxe (wildlife figures), Raul Guerrero (Hope Street Fountain and decorative stenciling on pergolas), Gwynn Murrill (coyotes, hawk, snake), Tony Berlant, and Ralph McIntosh. The iconic Clock Tower, with its whimsical mosaics, was designed by Halprin. The CRA commissioned musical compositions by John Carter, Michael McNabb, and Ushio Torikai to mark each hour of the day.
An eight-foot fence that surrounds the park was a controversial last minute addition, due partially to concerns about vandalism to the public art and to the climate of fear generated by the 1992 riots in the city. It is open sunrise to sunset 365 days a year.
Grand Hope Park was inaugurated in 1993. At the time it was said to be the first major park built in downtown Los Angeles since Central Park (now Pershing Square) opened in 1870. Construction costs were $4.8 million with $390,000 going to public art installations throughout the site. It is the last downtown Los Angeles landscape designed by Lawrence Halprin and is also the final piece in the Los Angeles Open Space Network – an ambitious plan to connect downtown Los Angeles through a series of open landscapes. The other sites are Wells Fargo Center, Bunker Hill Steps and the Los Angeles’ Central Library’s Maguire Gardens.
The Cultural Landscape Foundation: Landscape as Catalyst: Lawrence Halprin's Legacy and Los Angeles


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Garden Club of Mount Prospect Plants Purple for Centennial
Members of the Garden Club of Mount Prospect maintain several gardens around town, including those on the Mount Prospect Historical Society campus at 101 S. Maple St. They experimented with purple plantings this year in preparation for 2017. Looking over their efforts are: (left to right) Linda Waycie, Nancy Reese, Lynn Istwan, Terry Reinhardt, Rita Waters, Mary Soyka, Mary Scanlon, Mayor Arlene Juracek and Barbara Klett. In the front is Centennial Commission Co-Chair Jean Murphy.
In honor of the upcoming Centennial celebration in Mount Prospect, the Garden Club of Mount Prospect is joining with professionals at the Mount Prospect Public Works Department, Randhurst Village and both the Mt. Prospect and River Trails Park Districts, to fill public gardens throughout the community with purple and white flowers in 2017. Purple is the official Centennial color.
Next year, residents will see purple and white flowers and foliage in public gardens ranging from the Mount Prospect Historical Society and the Arlene Prchal Butterfly Garden at Moehling Park, both managed by the Garden Club, to public gardens in park facilities, around Randhurst Village and at the Village’s nearly 5,000 square feet of annual display beds in 12 locations, including around Village Hall and Mount Prospect welcome signs. During the Centennial year, the Public Works Department will add five additional annual display beds, all with a focus on a purple and white flowers and foliage.
Mount Prospect Public Works Department Grounds Foreman Victor Pierce has assembled a list of purple flowers that are likely to do well in local gardens and is sharing it with his colleagues, as well as the public.
“We are encouraging residents to join with us to plant purple and white in their home gardens, too,” said Nancy Reese, president of the Garden Club. “We would like to see Mount Prospect awash in purple and white flowers next year.”
The list of flowers is posted on the Centennial website, mountprospect100.com, and the Garden Club website, gcmp.weebly.com.
In addition, if community members would like to plant purple bulbs this fall for spring blooms, the Mount Prospect Historical Society is holding an online bulb sale/fundraiser through the end of September which includes several purple choices. Visit mtphist.org for more information.


Roses in the Queen’s Mary Garden in Regent’s Park July 17, 2016 BeautywhizzLondon, parks, roses Today was a perfect day for not only stopping and smelling the roses but also for lying down and watching the sky. AdvertisementShare this:TwitterFacebookLike this:Like Loading...
13 thoughts on “Roses in the Queen’s Mary Garden in Regent’s Park”
The garden is always worth a visit when the roses are out. Lovely pictures.
Glad you like them, you can’t go wrong with roses.
C’est magnifique!!! I’m glad you had a fine day….
It was a hot one too!
Those roses look good enough to eat! 😉 Beautiful photos!
Thank you. Also the amount of flowers make an impression.
I love doing both 🙂 Gorgeous photos!
Heavenly roses! So good to see some blue sky too!
Blue sky and roses are just enough for me😊
Stunning views of this magnificent garden
Thank you. It’s truly a beautiful garden and I should go back again to explore it more.


- Pollinator Garden: The station’s Environmental Action Committee planted a 1,000-square foot pollinator garden that features native plants designed to attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. The seed mix was planted in accordance with Illinois Department of Natural Resources guidelines for pollinator gardens. The pollinator garden is LaSalle’s first project in a larger long-term habitat restoration initiative.
- Hoo Haven: LaSalle Station hosts an annual food and supply drive for Hoo Haven, a wildlife rehabilitation and education center in northern Illinois. All food, supplies, and monetary donations are used by Hoo Haven to care for the many birds of prey and animals at the facility. The items are hand-delivered after the event to the grateful owners and volunteers at Hoo Haven.
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Blogger and horticulturalist Kelli Johnston on being creative in her County Antrim garden
Like many people I began with trips to the garden centre, buying plants on offer and 'randomly' planting them around the garden, often learning from my mistakes. Later I began experimenting by clipping trees and hedges into topiary shapes, as well as growing my own plants from seed. I loved seeing seeds transform from tiny green threads to eventually flowering.
Then I decided I should grow things to eat, so I researched the easiest vegetables to grow and began with potatoes, carrots, courgette, salads and herbs. Before I knew it I was digging up half the garden, sections at a time, for flower and for vegetable growing. Next I began mixing veg and flowers together in borders, and growing vegetables in containers at the back door.
I went on to study garden design and I've had the pleasure of designing a garden from scratch, starting off with a mood board, then an initial drawing and design, to planning its development over phases, getting stuck in with the hard landscaping and then the planting schemes. This has been an amazing process and experience, and my passion for gardening continues to grow!
I enjoy creating flower borders like a painter might enjoy creating art on canvas. I often grow from seed as I refuse to pay £10 (or more) for a plant that can be grown from a 99p seed pack, or from taking cuttings. It’s so easy to grow sunflowers, nasturtium, marigold, poppy and a range of other plants.
The biggest challenge in the garden, apart from the weather, is slugs and snails, which cause havoc. In their hundreds and thousands, they can quickly devour plants as a simple midnight snack. Growing organically, I generally revert to catching and disposing of them. Other pests like greenfly or blackfly can often be deterred by planting marigolds or keeping an eye out and removing them before they colonise.
Getting outdoors and getting your hands dirty is the best part for me. I find digging and planting therapeutic and a real stress buster. It’s rewarding watching plants grow and develop, and of course every month the garden looks different!
I find myself outside in the evenings inspecting progress, rearranging plants, deadheading (pulling off old flowers), weeding, slug hunting and just sipping a cup of tea while birds flutter and the bees buzz. It is the perfect way to de-stress and enjoy nature.
Maintaining a garden is like having your own little paradise right on your doorstep. It's so rewarding! And what great satisfaction it is to harvest edibles like chives, tomato and radishes for your own summer salad. Last summer my grocery bill was reduced as I grew edibles that kept me going into autumn. Things like kale, chard and leek are so easy to grow and packed with nutrients.
I've been an active gardener for over ten years. When friends and family come to the garden, I hear comments like, ‘Wow, look at the colour in the garden!’ (referring to the giant purple delphiniums) or, on the flipside, ‘Why would you want to grow things, isn’t it too much work?’. Many people think of gardening as a chore, whereas I think of it as a fantastic way to keep fit, utilise my creative energy, and enjoy the fruits of my labour.
Gardening is so good for us and our health! You can read about some of the health benefits by clicking here.
Kelli teaches 'Garden Design for Beginners' and a range of gardening workshops. For more information on courses, click here.


Backyard Food Forest Design
Saturday, March 14, 2020
11 a.m. – Noon
Nutrition & Food Sciences Bldg.
1240 E 800 N
(Aggie Ice Cream Building)
COME READY TO DRAW, SKETCH, AND COLOR!
Learn how to turn your backyard into a food forest!
Josh Quigley, the 2019 Landscape Design and Permaculture
Garden Intern, will present basic principles of landscaping
Please feel free to bring your own sketchbook, markers, or anything.
Let’s make plans for a spring garden that will reward us!


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Reworking Aberdeen’s Outdoor A Glimpse into the Planet of Landscape Gardeners in Aberdeen
Aberdeen, the ‘Granite City’ of Scotland, is identified for its rugged elegance and stunning landscapes. But what actually enhances its natural allure is the perform of landscape gardeners in Aberdeen. These skilled pros are the unsung heroes driving the meticulously developed gardens, parks, and outdoor spaces that make this town so enchanting.
Aberdeen’s distinctive local weather and geography supply a canvas of possibility for landscape gardeners. With unpredictable weather patterns and a mix of city and rural regions, the problems and inventive possibilities are countless. The gifted landscape gardeners in Aberdeen have honed their craft to perfection.
One of the crucial elements of their work is understanding the local atmosphere. Aberdeen’s local weather can be really challenging, with its cold winters and ever-shifting temperature. Landscape gardeners in Aberdeen have to cautiously choose plants and resources that can thrive in these situations. They are skilled in making outdoor spaces that look gorgeous yr-round, even in the face of the harsh Scottish weather conditions.
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Sustainability is a growing pattern in landscaping, and Aberdeen is no exception. Landscape gardeners in Aberdeen are more and more utilizing eco-welcoming practices, this kind of as xeriscaping, indigenous plant use, and effective irrigation programs, to reduce the environmental affect of their projects. They understand the importance of preserving Aberdeen’s organic beauty for long term generations.
In Aberdeen, landscape gardeners also engage in a essential role in revitalizing urban spaces. They rework unused or neglected regions into vivid group gardens and environmentally friendly spaces, selling a feeling of well-getting and connectivity in the metropolis. These initiatives not only increase the aesthetics of the town but also contribute to a greater good quality of life for its residents.
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Grass Tree Root 260mm x 100mm x 215mm
The grass tree Xanthorrhoea is a uniquely Australian plant, which epitomises the Australian landscape and is as tough as goats' knees. It will withstand drought. Bushfires will burn the foliage and blacken the stump, but then it regrows. In fact often a bushfire will encourage flower development.
When it does flower, it produces spikes, which can grow up to two metres and which eventually turn brown. It can take 20 years for just a trunk to form .... and it will take years for one to reach its full height.
Some of the older Grass Trees can be as old as 500years!
These Grass Tree Roots are perfect to turn into bowls, vases and hollow forms. They are easily turned and once turned gives you the appearance similar to snake skin.
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West Park in Macclesfield is a delightful 15 acre local park which dates all the way back to 1854. The park was originally funded by the local working people of Macclesfield, who longed for a tranquil place of rest and relaxation to break up their 70 hour working week in the local mills!
Today you’ll find the park is still very popular with local residents enjoying a peaceful dinner break, walking the dog or simply talking in a breath of fresh air.
The park is a perfect place to let the kids let off steam with a large children’s and toddlers play area, skateboard ramp and bike area, while parents can enjoy the picnic and barbecue area or just walk around the beautiful ornamental gardens or museum.
The park is also home to one of the UK’s largest bowling greens where you’ll often find local bowling tournaments and bowling clubs enjoying summer afternoons on the green.
There are parking and toilet facilities in the park, or you can also find facilities within a few minutes walk, next door at the Sainsbury’s Supermarket.


Did you know that many plants help keep pests off your property? If you have a green thumb, it is easy to add a plant or two to the landscape and boost curb appeal and reduce pest presence. People who are not so garden savvy can still find an array of plants that they can grow to keep pests away. What are some of the best plants to keep pests out of your yard and home?
· Marigold: Great to deter mosquitoes, lice, and even rabbits, Marigolds should be planted closely to garden beds for best results.
· Chrysanthemums: There is no better plant to keep pests out of your lawn. This one keeps many pests away, including ticks, ants, roaches, bed bugs, and even roaches.
· Basil: Plant basil and you can access this herb for cooking any time it is needed, minus the trip to the market. It also deters mosquitoes, ticks, and even fruit flies. Plant basil near the door.
· Lavender: Although most people love the scent of Lavender, that is not the case with many pests like mosquitoes that hate the smell. Bring your lawn to life with a lavender plant and enjoy a great smell at the house without pests.
· Citronella: did you know that citronella is actually a type of grass? It repels mosquitoes like no other product can. Plant citronella grass in the lawn for a beneficial pest control remedy.
You should also schedule professional residential tick control smyrna. Professional service keeps ticks and other pests away so there is one less worry filling your mind. They bring the right tools and products to the job to treat your pest problem. Most stand behind their service and offer top-notch treatments at affordable rates. If you hate the idea of pests coming to your home, plant the plants and call the pros!


April is an important month for B&M Tree Service LLC. This time of year the weather breaks and Spring has arrived. Many people are now outside looking at their landscapes which includes their trees. Business picks up for us, as many smart homeowners elect to start tree trimming or tree removal projects. For these reasons, it is appropriate that Earth Day is celebrated on Saturday April 22nd, and Arbor Day is celebrated on Friday April 28th!
Trees are an important part of our landscapes for many reasons. Trees are beautiful, and can improve our property values, provide shade, and complete a beautiful landscape design. Trees help our environment also. Fallen tree leaves can reduce soil temperature and soil moisture loss. Trees create an ecosystem to provide habitat and food for birds and other animals. Trees absorb carbon dioxide and potentially harmful gasses, such as sulfur dioxide, or carbon monoxide from the air, and release oxygen.
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A new retaining ‘green’ wall that runs alongside a section of the A406 North Circular Road in Golders Green has been completed by Transport for London (TfL).
The new permanent wall protects the land and trees behind it from falling on to the road, providing safety for pedestrians and other road users. It replaces the original 1920s structure which, since 2010, had been supported by a temporary frame – closing the footpath to pedestrians.
The 200m long reinforced concrete structure now features an additional ‘green’ wall incorporating more than 10 plant species – helping to breathe life into the area and improve the local environment.
The construction, in partnership with TfL’s contractors BAM Nuttall, took around eight months to complete and was finished without having to close the A406.
Dana Skelley, director of asset management for surface transport at TfL, said: “Replacing the retaining wall along the A406 North Circular Road was a significant job, ensuring that this vital section of road can remain safe to use for many years to come. It’s great that we have been able to reopen the footpath for pedestrians and provide a green wall, delivering further benefits for local residents as well as drivers along the A406.”


This year’s sculpture exhibition at Chatsworth House is a break from the past. The Duke and Duchess of Devonshire have decided to use the magnificent backdrop of Chatsworth’s Gardens to display 56 sculptures from their own collection. There is no theme to the exhibition. All of the contemporary or modern works have been collected by the Devonshires over the last 30 years for their own pleasure. The exhibition is a way of sharing the works of art with as many people as possible. The sculpture is sometimes placed to add interest to parts of the garden but often the reverse is true. As the landscape of Chatsworth changes with the light or weather conditions, the effect of the sculptures also changes. Lancelot “Capability” Brown redesigned the landscape at Chatsworth in the late 1750s creating winding paths, vast lawns, a cascade and many viewpoints from which to admire the fruits of his work. How lovely then to be able to wander along the paths and avenues admiring both the natural and man made sculptures and the ways in which they interact.
“The landscape of the Chatsworth garden and its surrounding parkland appears to be unchanging, but of course it changes all the time; during a short visit of just two or three hours, the light changes the effect of sculptureand plants often in a very dramatic way.” The Duke of Devonshire
The Chatsworth Outdoors exhibition lasts until 9th November, 2018.


Outside the Taj Mahal, there was a large garden. The garden was set around a large 300 meter square. The garden was raised pathways that led to the Taj Mahal. In the middle of the garden lay reflecting pools that reflected the image of the Mausoleum. The garden symbolizes the flowing rivers of Jannah and reflects the paradise garden.
The Mosque was built in walking distance near the Taj Mahal. The Mosque was used for the Emporer to pray. The mosque was built from red sand-stone. The mosque also incorporated the Hindu temples along with the Muslim temples.
The Great Gate
The Great Gate was the Gateway to the Taj Mahal. The Great Gate is built primarily of marble. The Great Gate is known for its beautiful arches. The ceilings and walls all have elaborate geometrical designs.


Outdoor illumination is an important addition to any landscaping project. With summer coming up soon, you will spend most of your evenings outdoors. Make the experience fun, safe and memorable by ensuring ample and tasteful lighting is in place. This article gives you some great ideas to consider.
Your outdoor space is an extension of your house. Outdoor lighting increases the usefulness of the space around your house, by allowing you to spend more time there. It also allows you to fully utilise your investment in landscaping work. Since you most likely spend your day at work, you only get to enjoy your beautiful lawns in the evening.
Here are different types of outdoor lighting that you can use for a fun and memorable summer.
Floodlights are wall or pole-mounted lights that are raised enough to cast light over a large area. Floodlights serve a security need by deterring burglars and other criminals from accessing your home at night.
Their position also allows for other types of lighting which serve more aesthetic objectives. The best ones are made from LEDs and come with motion sensors, turning off when not needed.
If you have wonderful landscape features, you can install spotlights on each of them to highlight their beauty.
Spotlights cast light on specific items, and at specific angles. For example, you can highlight the beauty of a sculpture or water feature by placing a spotlight in front and from an upward angle to highlight its creases and curves. The same applies to beautiful shrubs and succulents, which would otherwise remain shadowy figures on your landscape.
If you have a large lawn or garden, you can mark the path to and inside the lawn using pathway lighting.
Pathway lighting can be installed to sit flush with the ground, at waist height, or much higher. Illuminating the pathways makes outdoor movement safer, and adds to the beauty of the rockery, foliage and other features in the landscape.
If you have a swimming pool or other water feature in your landscape, you need to adequately illuminate it. Such illumination serves a safety and security purpose since people can easily fall into and drown in a pool they were not aware was so close.
Additionally, underwater lighting makes such water features more useful. Imagine taking a dip into a well-lit pool with friends at night. Similarly, lighting up a fish pond will make for a tranquil experience watching the fish at night.
Portable lights offer more flexibility in your lighting needs than any other kind. When sitting outside, you'll shed light on your spot, thus making for a comfortable and safe time. In addition, portable lights save you energy expenses since you don’t have to unnecessarily light up the entire garden with floodlights.
Conclusion Outdoor lighting is a crucial factor for the safety and beauty of your home. Installing the right lights is especially important during summer when your family spends most of its time outdoors.
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Tips on Landscaping
Landscaping involves making your garden more beautiful by either planting shrubs or adding ornaments. To decide a landscape can prove to be tasking especially if you have never done it before. You can stop your worries for landscaping is a task that everyone is capable of doing. The following are few guidelines from Jacksonville's number one landscape design service to help you when you want to landscape.
Start by making a list of each and every item you will need in your landscaping project and also of what purpose your land will be used for. Factors like how many people are going to use the peace of land you plan to renovate should help you at this stage. In writing your list, and it helps to have the bigger picture of how you want your garden to look like. Draw sketches of how you will arrange the items in your yard.
Secondly you need to take your time and imagine living in that space before you begin working on your landscape. This will help you not to put something in place only to realize later it does not suit you well if it is there. Taking your time when making the major decisions will help you live in a space that you feel comfortable living in.
Looking into your budget the next thing you need to do. When writing your budget you should factor in an extra bill just as an emergency saving for unexpected demands. Allocate enough finances to modelling a garden that you will enjoy and it should not be too high or too low.
Another idea that can help you come up with the best landscape is to develop it one step at a time. The development of your desired landscape will unfold in front of your eyes bit by bit. A benefit of developing your desired garden in steps is you can make appropriate changes that you may not have accounted for in your initial plan. Doing things in haste results to poor outcomes, therefore taking your time on your landscape will bring out the desired outcome.
As you build your landscape make sure you have a focal point that you were working around. Items like trees, rocks, or shrubs can act as good focal point. You can have more than one focal point.
Another factor to consider as you develop your landscape is pacing and scales. Make everything look well placed and evenly spaced.
Finally, it is good to ask for outside opinion on your progress. You will get many suggestions and ideas of what to change, just pick the ones that align with the outcome you are hoping for. The ideas above are to help you come up with a landscape that will be convenient for you and will be attractive at the same time. Instead if paying a lot of money to have someone renovate your garden, why not do it yourself. You can find out more here in this website.


The performance of the hedge is depended upon the dimension of the hedge plants, if you are on a tight budget, you will probably purchase small sized plants since they are more affordable then the larger ones. This way it will take you longer before your hedge plants have grown to a dimension where your privacy is dealt with. But there is a mix remedy for this issue. There are walking cane fencings that will certainly last simply a couple of years that can offer you with the required personal privacy while your hedge plants are growing. They are very cheap and are an excellent valuable remedy for this problem. When you have a larger budget plan you can decide to take larger hedge plants and you can choose to plant them yourself or to work with an expert. Yet before you determine you first demand to take a choice concerning the kind of plants you are misting likely to get.
If you are clever you pick evergreen hedge plants that grow well in your location, the’s native to your area will grow best and will be more immune against diseases and climate condition. However not every location has a wide range native evergreen hedge plants to choose from and when this holds true you require acquiring dirt set and identify your soil kind. Sand, chalk, damp, dry when you have identified the dirt kind you can select hedge plants that thrive well there. Popular evergreen hedge plants are privet, yew and boxwood however there are several other plants to select from and you can additionally integrate different plants if you such as an even more natural look and feel. It depends on spending plan and time planting hedge plants is easy however it is time consuming and hard work, due to the fact that you require digging a lot of openings.
If you choose to do this job on your own it is best to put some stakes in the ground and run a clothesline tightly over the ground where the plants should be planted. This way your wholesale hedging will be fairly straight. Next you require determining the quantity of plants you are going to need, this depends on the full grown dimension the plant will certainly have ultimately and you require to do some research on the plant you have chosen. In general, you require keeping at least two feet between the plants. Now you have what you need, you need to dig a trench the whole time the line where the hedge is coming. And you require digging in that trench of 2 feet broad and four inches deep bigger holes for the individual plants, these wholes need to be twice as large as the root balls.


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Arborsculpture, is a tree shaping craft of training the living, growing wood of cultivated woody plants into ornamental shapes, useful implements, and structures.
Designers choose from among various compliant wood-forming plant species and an evolving array of design options, techniques, and tools to guide and shape living wood tissue as it grows, both above and below ground perhaps bending, pleaching, weaving, twisting, braiding, grafting, framing, molding, controlling light, or pruning to achieve an intended design.
The time needed to grow and construct a project depends on many variables, including the size of targeted trees, the growth rate of species, the intended design height, the local climate conditions, and the specific techniques used. A chair design may take 8 – 10 years to reach maturity.


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Special effects misting can add dimension, impact or accentuate many design elements or it can be used to highlight a focal point within a design.
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Gentle fog used in landscaping projects can provide mood, interest and add a misty atmosphere to create an early morning, mysterious or rainforest feel.
Billowing clouds of fog can create intrigue and captivate the imagination. Misting systems provide a unique and exciting way to add visual impact and dramatic effects to water features, garden areas, walkways, landscaping, zoo exhibits and amusement theme park rides.
Mist and fog effects can be integrated to create a focus point, a tropical atmosphere, generate suspense or an eerie spooky feel using pure water without the use of chemicals.
When combined with decorative lighting it adds a special atmosphere, day or night to provide a different feel.
Natural forces like a gentle breeze can change the shape of fog for an ever-changing ambience when used in sculpture and art exhibits.
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The peoples of Scandinavian nations—Norway, Sweden, and Denmark—have rich cultural and philosophical traditions when it comes to their relationships with the environment. The values of natural beauty, sustainability, and frugality regarding consumption are all deeply embedded within the Scandinavian way of life.
Scandinavians use the word “friluftsliv,” a term that refers to “open-air living,” to guide their values and traditions. First popularized by Norwegian playwright Henrik Ibsen, “friluftsliv” was used to describe a way of thought that relates to our physical and psychological responses when we are submerged in nature. More recently in Scandinavia, “friluftsliv” has emerged as a core part of one’s relationship with nature—it denotes the experience of being in harmony with natures’ powers.
In the last 50 years, Scandinavia has seen striking architectural changes. For example, Scandinavian “green roofs,” a roofing design used since the Viking Age, have now been reproduced as a sustainable living option in rural and urban settings. Green roofs serve a variety of ecological and aesthetic purposes relevant to upholding the philosophy of “friluftsliv.” Their benefits include providing shade, reducing storm water runoff, and facilitating local biodiversity. Additionally, as a testament to their versatility, green roofs can lower temperatures during summer months by absorbing heat while also providing natural insulation during winter.
Bjarke Ingels, a Danish architect known for his design of upscale buildings, unites modernist designs with sustainable additions. His architecture includes features like green roofs and flood resistance shields. In his work, Ingels places focus on “hedonistic sustainability”—a concept suggesting that a sustainable future does not need to come at the expense of one’s morals or political standings. “Hedonistic sustainability” affirms the notion that social engagement and environmental living can mutually exist in a world with growing technologies. In other words, pursuing a green future should not come with dramatic compromises. Instead, architects, design creatives, and even everyday citizens, need to recognize that climate change solutions are not solely political in nature.
As countries like Norway and Sweden relish in their sustainable living spaces and continue to maintain low carbon footprints, their architectures demonstrate that sustainability is possible—although it is challenging. Still, the future of sustainable living rests upon effective architectural and creative decisions that better the structure of urban living and promote pro-sociality among citizens.


It also serves a higher purpose for it helps lower the temperature and provides cool, shady areas for the people. I even find myself not so much bothered about the tropical weather here than when I am in the Philippines, considering that Singapore is actually located nearer the equator than we are.
I have a lot of fond memories centered around the parks here in Singapore -- morning jogs with the cool breeze fanning me down, nightly walks with the Husband after a tired day's work, and of course, our leisure weekend photo walks. And one of our favorite places to stroll around is at the Chinese and Japanese Gardens.
|Chinese and Japanese Gardens, Singapore|
Built in 1975 by Taiwanese architect, Prof. Yuen-chen Yu, the Chinese and Japanese Gardens showcases a sample of the northern Chinese imperial landscaping and architecture.
|A look around|
A stroll through the gardens is such a delight and a photographer's dream. Filled with statues, pagodas, and other wonderful garden pieces, there's just so much to capture in film, or file.
|Me preparing for a shot|
Best of all, it's free. No entrances fees required.
Who says Singapore's such an expensive place to visit? J
Chinese and Japanese Gardens
1 Chinese Garden Road
T +65 6261 3632
Planning to visit? Drop by my "Getting Around Singapore" post (click here) for more details on how to get around the Lion City.


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Frequently Asked Questions
Landscaping how to level a yard
One way to bring the grade of the yard to a level looking contoured area is to till the area paying attention to the settled area. By roto tilling you will be breaking up the ground and from there you can get a long 2×4 and with the help of a friend screed the area working one area at a time at first ,then by the two of you sliding the board back and forth blend the area until you have it to your level liking being sure to slightly create a slight slope or pitch so water won’t get trapped which can create sinks and roles you don’t want. Amend soil if needed useing the tiller to work the amendment product in.
Landscaping what to plant
You won’t have to replant your gardens every spring. A local garden center can tell you all about the best ones for your climate.
I’ll also address the crawl space. For the overall good health of your home, you should take steps to keep the crawlspace as dry as possible, forever.
Three things will help with that.
1. Good ventilation to the outside. And standing water in the crawlspace needs to dry out.
2. Good water management including gutters and downspouts on your house, and downspout extensions that move the water away from the house.
3. Good landscaping that naturally encourages water on the ground to flow away from the house.
4. Good water proofing on the house wall exterior. This will be easy to do when you are digging up everything around the house. As you remove soil, inspect the house wall to see if it has been waterproofed already. And if it hasn’t, consult a local building supply company for available products.
Why is thatch not a welcomed organic material in a sand mesh profile supporting the growth of turf grass?
Although thatch is a good source of organic matter, this is only true if it actually decomposes. The rate of thatch decomposition relative to thatch production determines whether excess thatch is accumulated. Rapid growth, poor oxygen penetration to the root-zone, soil compaction, excessive moisture, and low microbial activity all can decrease the rate at which microbes decompose thatch into beneficial organic matter. For a vigorous lawn, a thin accumulation of thatch (<1/2″) is beneficial in most cases, as it makes the ground softer to walk on and increases the resiliency of the turf. It’s when the thatch gets too thick that it causes problems, and the presence of thatch is, itself, an indication that there is a management problem.
All grasses as they grow and decay on the same spot produce a detrius called thatch, the cycle of normal grass growing is such that it is a source of nutrients and root covering. No matter what you are doing with the grass an overall build up of excessive thatch can be a disease harbouring source and new growth smothering nuisance. This is why to cultivate a quality turf one regularly scarifys.
What are some tips for spring garden maintenance?
Having your own garden makes your surrounding pure and beautiful but when it comes to maintenance, the garden needs more care and attention.
Well, spring is the best time for the gardeners to plant & feed the plants which help in thriving.
Shaping, Lawn mowing add more beauty & growth to your garden. By doing this your Lawn’s height will remain under control & healthy.
Do not forget to fertilize your lawn which makes your job easier.
Mulching is also an important part which is applied to the surface of the soil to make it healthier & needs to be done properly for the garden’s growth.
A home with a garden may bring a lot relax to you but maintaining a garden is quite difficult therefore it is always a good idea to hire a reputed garden maintenance Sunshine Coast company which take care of every plant species and will keep your garden fresh. If you looking for a garden maintenance services then you may opt Earth Creation landscape which has skilled worker that delicately works to provide best results.
What strategies do you use to make your garden maintenance free?
There’s no such thing as a garden maintenance free garden. There are ways to minimize the time spent yearly, but there’s a significant investment of time and money to get there.
- replace your lawn with a dense ground cover …no mowing, minimal weeding once established. Please don’t use invasive plants like dead nettle, vetch, morning glory or ivy. Look up “sheet mulching” as a way to convert a lawn to a planting bed without herbicides.
- Use natives as much as possible…they are adapted to your local climate, and will have fewer problems with pests. diseases, and summer water shortages than non natives. Mulch heavily at planting to suppress weeds until the ground cover is established.
- Install drip irrigation systems, zoned, on timers. This will minimize your water bill, and free up time you’d spend watering and moving hoses.
- “Back to Eden” style. Cardboard covered with a lot of woodchips.
- Smothering weeds, and preventing weeds, I put down double to triple layers of cardboard,
- Providing a little worm food and shelter too.
- Clean, and tape free.
- Free woodchips from local tree trimmers.
- 3″ minimum. I have layered whole areas in composted tree woodchips. A semi compost/woodchip mulch seems to fight weeds, and nourish plants the best.
- My soil had really improved over 3 to 4 years.
- Free from soil compaction, and most weeds.
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Volunteers Needed for Community Tree Planting Event In Ecorse
May 27, 2021
ECORSE -- ReLeaf Michigan, a statewide non-profit tree organization, in partnership with the City of Ecorse and the Detroit Zoological Society is looking for volunteers to help plant 15 trees in Ecorse on Saturday morning, June12th from 8:45 AM – 12:00 PM. The planting is being done to increase tree cover at Beach Street Park, providing shade and adding beauty to the park.
COVID protocols are in place and will be followed. Masks are required. Volunteers are asked to wear closed-toe shoes, comfortable clothing and bring a shovel and work gloves if they have them. The group will meet at Beach Street Park, 154 Cicotte St., Ecorse, MI 48229at 8:45 a.m. to sign-in, enjoy refreshments, and watch a planting demonstration with ReLeaf Michigan's tree experts.
Event occurs rain or shine. No planting experience is necessary. Join us for the morning and leave an environmental legacy that will add to the beauty of your community for generations. Families welcome!
Trees provide incredible benefits to the communities in which they are planted. Trees improve air and water quality, reduce stormwater runoff, improve mental wellness, reduce rates of childhood asthma, cool our neighborhoods and enhance the commercial and economic vitality.
ReLeaf Michigan, a 33-year-old non-profit organization partners with communities statewide to replenish community tree canopies through volunteer tree planting events. The Detroit Zoological Society is a strong steward of the environment and has recently partnered with ReLeaf Michigan to fund a total of four tree planting events in 2021.
Where: Beach Street Park, 154 Cicotte St., Ecorse, MI 48229
When: Saturday, June 12, 2021 from 8:45 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Sponsors: ReLeaf Michigan (www.ReLeafMichigan.org)
Detroit Zoological Society
City of Ecorse
Cost: This event is free! RSVPs are requested. RSVP at http://www.releafmichigan.org/RSVP
Questions should be directed to Tracie Worthy at [email protected] or 313-386-2520 ext. 4


The greening committee works to find ways to make the school a greener place and a place where the school community has a chance to interact more with nature on the school campus. After the disruption of an ambitious school construction project the garden program is bouncing back.
During the 2012-2013 school year the committee will be working with our selected landscape architecture firm, Miller Company, to develop a plan for a school garden which will be built during the summer of 2013.
The following drawing is the most up to date version of our plan driven by input from greening committee meetings during fall 2012. There is a larger version in a downloadable PDF format at the bottom of this page, entitled "FSK Project Plan.pdf."
INITIAL MILLER COMPANY CONCEPT 1 - There is a PDF of this diagram, entitled "Initial Concept 1.pdf", that is available for download at the bottom of this page. The main thrust of this design is an education garden near on the west side of the modular building. There is also a circular outdoor classroom area near the play structure.
INITIAL MILLER COMPANY CONCEPT 2 - There is a PDF of this diagram, entitled "Initial Concept 2.pdf", that is available for download at the bottom of this page. The main thrust of this design is an raised garden near near the play structure.
INITIAL MASTER PLAN - The drawing below was an early conceptional drawing that was a product of planning and brainstorming from the school community prior to hiring Miller Company. It was used as a starting point to develop the actual plans that will be built. Significant changes came as a result of budget limitations as well as more deeply thinking about how the proposed elements of the greening will be used in real life conditions.
Land's End Benches
There has been discussion of making one of the outdoor classrooms using logs. Eric May traveled to Land's End and took photos of log benches designed by Miller Company. Below are pictures of those benches.
The following are meeting agendas as well as notes from meetings.
Click on the picture to the left to see our list of useful greening websites
Below are a schedule of milestones to meet:
The first milestone that must be met is to work with the landscape architects in the fall to come up with formal design plans to turn over to the school district by early December. The committee will be meeting intensively every couple of weeks to resolve details.


One of the attractions of Isla Valdecañas is its 18-hole golf course, which is a par 72 designed by Álvaro Arana and Global Green.
It has been harmoniously integrated into the natural surroundings and offers spectacular views of the reservoir, Monfragüe Park, Gredos and Sierra de Guadalupe. It stands out thanks to the quality of its design, its extensive and slight hilly fairways and the movement of its greens.
Guests at Vincci Valdecañas Golf are welcome to enjoy all of the facilities at the course. Indeed, the shop, reception and club room are integrated into the hotel, thus ensuring maximum comfort and convenience for players.


Introduction to Make Your Lawn More Attractive
There are many fake grass decoration ideas which will help you create an attractive and realistic looking lawn. If you look around at your garden, you will probably come across many different types of fake grass, some of which are quite hard to spot, and others can use more creatively.
If you want to get started designing your lawn, there are a few necessary steps that you should take first. The first thing to decide is what type of fake grass you want. Two basic types are available – Artificial Grass Dubai and natural grass.
Choose the best type of fake grass to decorate your lawn
If you take the time to look around, you will find that various types of grass are available. If you go to your local garden center, they should be able to show you some.
You can choose between multiple types and designs to suit your particular needs and then use the pictures as a guide to design your lawn.
Once you have chosen your type of fake grass, you need to take the next step to put your lawn decoration ideas into practice. Once you have your lawn completely decorated, you can start thinking about planting it.
If you use a small amount of fake grass for a specific area of your lawn, then you will need to be careful to keep it tidy and to avoid it taking over completely.
Fake grass makes your lawn more attractive
There are many other lawn decoration ideas that you could use to make your garden even more beautiful. For example, you could create small ponds that would add character to the appearance of your lawn.
You could also place shrubs and trees in this area to provide more depth to the overall look and feel.
Another thing to do with artificial turf is to create various types of fountains. That will allow you to relax and enjoy a tranquil environment with the sounds of running water.
It is an excellent way of ensuring that your lawn has something to look at when you are relaxing or doing work on your property.
Increase the appearance of one area of the lawn
Other lawns can also benefit from some plants. You can add different plants into the soil or plant the same plant in different areas of the lawn.
That is an excellent way of increasing the appearance of one area of the lawn, but doing so will provide many benefits that would be useful in other parts of the yard.
For example, you can plant certain types of bushes in the garden to offer protection from predators such as foxes and other animals.
Fake grass is a great way to give your home or office a more authentic look
Most people will use the wood look on the inside of their homes. You can use fake wood for doors, windows, moldings, and even outdoor furniture.
This book has a powerful effect on those who used to seeing real wood everywhere. They may also be hard-pressed to tell the difference between real wood and fake wood.
Know more: Interesting Benefits of Artificial Grass for Lawns and Gardens Beyond 2020
Fake grass is an affordable way to decorate your lawns
If you are looking for a very affordable way to add some color and style to your home or office, think about using a fake lawn.
These are not only inexpensive but can give your home or office a very distinctive look that many people will appreciate.
One of the best fake grass decoration ideas is to create your landscaping in your yard. That can take a lot of work and cost a small fortune.
You could spend several hundred dollars or spend a few dollars buying pre-made landscaping materials from a discount store and then creating your plants and trees from scratch.
There are all sorts of fake grass decoration ideas that I can consider. You have to choose the look that will go well with your home or office.
There are a lot of ways that artificial turf can enhance the appearance of your lawn. The only problem with this type of law is that you may not be able to enjoy all of them if you have poor conditions.
You will need to think about the kind of lawn decoration that you want and how much space you have available before you buy a grass carpet. That is because artificial grass will need a lot of space, and you will also need to consider your budget.


What You Need to Know About Paving Slabs
It is essential that you make certain consideration when choosing paving slabs so that you can find the most suitable for your garden and outdoor space. Paving slabs enhance the look of a house whereby it makes the garden of a house look beautiful. Paving slabs can easily be found in the market today, and this is because many suppliers sell them both at the local stores or online.
It is crucial that you take note of how much it would cost you to purchase the paving slabs. In this you should make sure that you compare the prices of various paving slabs so that you can find a supplier with the best prices in the market. It is also advisable that you purchase paving slabs from supplier who sell at wholesale prices and this is to make sure that you buy at a lower cost than other suppliers. To cut on future costs, you should note that some paving slabs may require maintenance while others do not need any and hence you should select the one that will not need any maintenance.
the size of the paving slab is essential to put into thought, and this is due to the different sizes of paving slabs found in the market. You can select the size of the paving slabs depending on what you prefer and also you should be guided by the area that you intend to install them. The next factor to look at is the design of the paving slabs whereby you should select modern designs that will enhance the appearance of your house. The texture of the paving slabs is vital to put into thought, and this is because some paving slabs have a smooth texture while others have a rough texture. Find the best services for trotuare or parcari si alei.
You should note that paving slabs come in different materials and each material is different from the other one and for this reason you should be very careful when selecting the material of the paving slab. Paving slabs can be made up of materials such as granite, limestone, bricks, and concrete. The choice of the material that you select will determine how long the paving slabs last and hence you should consider quality materials.
The manufacturer of the paving slabs that you select will determine their quality and this you should make sure that you note the manufacturer so that you can find more information about them. It is crucial that you get recommendations from a friend or family member who previously bought high quality paving slabs from a reputable supplier. Continue reading more on this here: https://www.huffingtonpost.com/sunset/permeable-paving_b_7456322.html.


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With summer soon approaching Tepilo share some creative ways to decorate a roof terrace
Now that summer is hopefully on its way we’re turning all our attention to the great outdoors, however, if you live in the middle of a bustling city, any green space to call your own is hard to come by. Within a city, you’re hard pressed to find much space to breathe in fresh air and while cities like London, have an abundance of green spaces and parks that offer a nice reprieve from city living, they’re simply not as good as being in your own home.
However, some city dwellers are lucky enough to have access to their very own rooftop space, and while it may appear to be yet another dull slab of concrete, there is the opportunity to get creative, the sky is the limit, literally. If you’ve got a key eye for design and a craving for outdoor relaxation you can transform your rooftop into the perfect outdoor refuge.
Keep it cosy
You want your roof terrace to be the perfect place to relax, and your furnishings need to reflect this. Remember, a rooftop is nothing more than a combination of steel, brick, and concrete – so making it cosy is no easy feat. You’ll need to add a soft touch, a few outdoor rugs, comfy chairs and lots of cushions. Add fairy lights, outdoor heaters and lanterns to keep thigs cosy in the evenings.
Get your shades on
Whether your roof top terrace is four stories up or forty – it’s going to get hot. Being higher up creates a sun trap, which is brilliant for you – however, you’re going to need some shade. By adding a large umbrella or canopy you can stay outdoors and beat the heat.
When it comes to roof terraces, you should look for plants that are durable, and do not require much care, because some types of roof gardens can be an extremely unfavourable environment. The problem with roof terraces is that invariably they are exposed to the wind and the sun, with very little shade, and the plants need to be kept permanently in planters which can cause them to dry out quickly. Plants useful for these areas will most probably have to be fairly drought and wind tolerant. Olive trees and bamboo plants are our top picks! Michelle from Michelle Lee Designs recommends introducing 'vibrant, colourful pots featuring trailing flowers and flower
boxes made out of recycled pallets. Herb gardens create a delightful culinary addition to the space. Hanging strings of tiny white lights add twinkle and a whimsical touch.'
No need for a back garden, a roof terrace is the perfect place for a BBQ. Add a grill for cookouts and an outdoor dining table for summer evening parties -everyone will want to come and visit. If you can make it work, install a fire pit for those winter chilly nights and with a little creativity you can transform your rooftop into a year-round retreat.
Make it fun
Besides just looking good you want your roof terrace to be a place of fun and entertainment, the perfect place to host a party. Make sure you’ve got speakers up there and you’re all ready to go!


Whether you are thinking of an indoor or outdoor garden, you will need to make sure you have all the supplies you need to get started. Technically, you can make do with just soil and seeds, provided you have either containers to plant the seeds in or ground to dig up and use. However, you will get significantly better results and find gardening much easier with the proper supplies.
Must-have Gardening Supplies
Take a look at some of the must-have supplies you want on hand when you start your garden. You’ll also learn why they are so important or what to look for in them.
- Garden Forks: These are better at turning soil than blades. If you want to dig, opt for straight tines. If you want to turn compost or mulch, opt for slightly curved spines.
- Garden Knife: A garden knife can help you dig the holes for planting. Many gardeners suggest a hori hori.
- Gloves: These will protect your hands, preventing splinters and dirt. Opt for something breathable, water-resistant, durable, not too bulky, and fits properly.
- Hand Trowels: They are great for removing weeds, transplanting, and planting. Choose a narrow blade for tackling weeds or a broad one to handle more soil.
- Loppers: These are long-handled versions of pruners to help you cut hard-to-reach areas or get through thick branches.
- Pruning Shears/Hand Pruners/Secateurs: These will help you prune back plants that are getting out of control. Use bypass pruners for green wood and living plants and anvil pruners for deadwood.
- Rake/Bow Rake: This tool helps with clearing leaves, turning soil, and spreading compost or soil over larger areas.
- Spades: These are shovels with square ends and short handles. They make it easy to dig and move dirt.
Examples of Great Gardening Supplies
To save you the hassle of finding supplies that meet your needs, consider these great options.
If you want to start with the bare basics, this three-piece set has what you need, with a spade, trowel, and garden fork.
These pruning shears come in the anvil type, making them perfect for trimming back dead plants. They have a comfortable anti-slip grip as well.
Heavy Pruning Shears
If you have tougher plants in your garden, you may want these heavy pruning shears, complete with a longer handle to give you more leverage and better grip. They are particularly helpful for clearing wood.
These gardening gloves are thin enough to be comfortable and easy to move in, yet thick enough to provide protection. They even come in a pack of five pairs, so you can always have a pair on hand if you need to wash one set.You can find these and all the other gardening supplies you will need at Garden Your Senses.


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La Maison d’Ulysse is a haven of peace whose charm comes as much from the 16th-century building as from the magnificent gardens that surround it.
It's Lionel who looks after the gardens all year round, knowing every nook and cranny and every plant. He hoes the flower beds, collects leaves, prunes trees and shrubs, clears undergrowth and replaces plants that need it...
THE MEDITERRANEAN GARDEN
Fig trees with sun-kissed fruit. Tamarisk trees covered in tiny pink flowers. Groves of fragrant lavender. Wisteria running the length of one of the building's low walls. Savory, thyme and rosemary, reminiscent of the surrounding garrigue. It's the botanical diversity of the Mediterranean dry garden that you discover when you push open the door at Maison from Ulysse.
With the help of a landscape gardener and books by Olivier FilippiThe former owners, Guy and Gauthier, have designed a garden adapted to the soil and climate of Provence, with an emphasis on perennials, shrubs and climbers. They are resistant to drought, wind, limestone and cold, as winters can sometimes be harsh in the Languedoc.
THE ARBORE PARK
We sit down at one of the garden tables for a mint tea. We meet around the petanque pitch for a game with friends. We sit in the shade of majestic, centuries-old oak trees, which in midsummer give us the coolness we've been waiting for.
In the Cévennes, From the 18th to the 19th century, some farms specialised in rearing silkworms for the Lyonnais weavers. The garden was planted with white mulberry trees, grown for their leaves, which fed the worms.
This mulberry plantation, which had been gradually abandoned, was saved by Guy and Gauthier, the former owners, who wanted to preserve the unique, wild character of the area. Today, nature is coming back to life and new plants are appearing naturally.
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In 2022 I decided to use some of the lawn and turn it into flower meadows. This is a brief description of the steps necessary to repair the soil for planting the flowers that shall build a home for insects like bees and butterflies.
The land that was intended to become a flower meadow was lawn. I basically enhanced the area quite a bit by cutting the embankment next to the neighbor’s field. Raking the earth from it onto the area.
Next up I used my Ferguson TEA-20 and a tiny plow to turn over the ground and prepare it for the next steps. Though it was more difficult than expected with this implement, I needed to go through the ground multiple times to end up with the result in the next image …
Since the result was worse than expected I needed to pull out the sods by hand.
After removing the sods, it was time to rake the rough soil so that seeding can begin. The overall time of preparation took several days. It was much harder than originally expected, but I had a clear goal in mind.
Now it was time to spread the seeds onto the soil and rake it in.
It was important in the first step after seeding to keep the soil moist in the first 3-4 weeks until the seeds begin to sprout.


Down on the Sunset Park waterfront, about halfway between the massive Industry City complex and the forthcoming state-of-the-art recycling plant, a big new park is taking shape on the Bush Terminal pier. Formerly lined with warehouses and wharves, city, state and federal officials announced plans to green the contaminated stretch of waterfront between 43rd Street and 51st Street into a park back in 2005, and now we’re getting our first look at what will be a post-industrial park to rival Brooklyn Bridge Park.
Bush Terminal Pier Park, which juts out into the harbor behind the elegant Bush Terminal warehouse buildings, will include two tidal ponds, a pair of artificial turf sports fields, bike lanes, wooded open spaces, a concession area, a picnic area and space for a future environmental center. There had been talk of a mini-golf course, though its exact location is mysteriously absent from project renderings by Adrian Smith Landscape Architecture—vets of the Hudson River Park. Its long street-side esplanade and bike lanes presumably will form another crucial link at the southern end of the 14-mile Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway. The city also has ambitious plans for the park’s environmental program, according to a 2009 annoucement:
In keeping with the City’s policy to encourage sustainable practices, several environmentally-conscious design elements are being considered, including on-site stormwater retention, wind turbines, solar power, the reuse of existing on- and off-site materials such as granite blocks from the existing street, and the use of shipping containers as building materials.
And while we wait for all that to take shape, here’s the Bush Terminal pier at the height of its industrial activity in 1920.
- Bush Terminal circa 1920. (NYPL)
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Situated 48 kilometres south-east of Sharjah city in U.A.E, the Buhais Geology Park lies in a district of significant prehistoric and geological ventures. The park features numerous marine fossils dating back to more than 65 million years. Eye-catching mountain ranges can be seen along with ancient burial sites that have existed since the Stone, Bronze and Iron ages, respectively.
Structure And Design Of The Park
Hopkins Architects have designed five interlinked pods of numerous sizes to accommodate exhibition areas to represent the area’s significant geological phenomena. Additionally, a theatre providing an immersive experience to its viewers, a café, a gift shop and other visitor facilities were also built.
The pods are covered in rigid copper-coloured steel panels to signify the surrounding landscape’s different hues. The varieties of coloured steel panels also provide abundant shade to the existing precast concrete structures. The panels are fastened into a formation of steel ribs, giving the pods their distinctive sculptural, cantilevered forms. This consequently further reinforces the exoskeleton of the urchin fossils.
The controlled palette of the interior materials complements the pods’ exposed precast concrete shell components. Glazing oculi have been intricately positioned to control natural light into the space of individual pods. It aims to temper the brightness levels of the desert sun entering the area.
The geometry of the pods was inspired by fossilized urchins present on the site. They were later developed into a typology that can be resized to suit different functions of the center. The pods were designed as pre-fabricated concrete structures to significantly decrease disruption towards the existing fauna, geology and terrain. They only touch the ground lightly on in-situ reinforced concrete foundation discs.
An outdoor trail accessed from the main exhibition area connects the pods and circles sinuously around the site. This trail is specifically designed to encourage visitors to explore the jebel (Arabic for mountain). The jebel incorporates viewing areas, a classroom enveloped by a high-tensile canopy and elevated walkways across natural rock formations and burial grounds dating back to ancient times.
The Buhais Geology Park is the latest addition to a suite of learning centres. It’s managed by Sharjah’s Environmental Protected Areas Authority, who lead conservation efforts in the Emirate and supervise protected areas, providing state of the art educational experiences.