The final task is to lay down a PRE-EMERGENT on my native grass lawns to prevent weed germination. I use the brand, Concern Weed Prevention Plus, it is a natural product using corn gluten meal to create a weed prevention fertilizer. Here is a little bit more information on the … [Read more...]
Why do we prune? 1. To maintain the health of your plants. 2. To direct growth 3. To remove undesirable growth 4. To increase quality or yield of flowers or fruit. 5. To maintain safety 6. To create hedges or topiary First off we need the right … [Read more...]
Wishing you a great Holiday and a Happy New Year! Thank you for a very blessed 2014. Thank you for coming along with me this year on my blog and online business journey. I could not have done it without all of your support. I'm hear to coach you through your landscape issues so don't hesitate … [Read more...]
Did you know that one of the most popular topics we chat about is our gardens? Gardening is not for the weak of heart, my friends! It’s tough figuring out what will grow nicely, where the best location to plant is, and how to create a shady outdoor dining area or a pleasing backyard oasis. … [Read more...]
Today is Poinsettia Day! It's the most popular flower of the season....read below to see how you can make it bloom again and again! Are you giving any plants as gifts this year? Share below! Find more Sustainable Design ideas on my Facebook Page where I share daily goodies and tid … [Read more...]
It's that time of year, the leaves are falling and you're going to need to do something with them if only just to get them off your walkway. This year with three kids {under 6} and a business to keep up with I'm choosing the Lazy Winter Garden Prep approach. Let falling leaves … [Read more...]
Just a short post here to say THANKS for a wonderful FIRST year of blogging. Its been a pleasure doing this blog and sharing my passions for Living Outdoors, Places to Play, Sustainable Design and Building Community with all of you. I look forward to continue to bring you content you find … [Read more...]
Fall marks the beginning of putting your garden to rest which should result in a little more free time. So take advantage of the weather and go for a hike. Bring the kids, cause they can make the shortest hike an adventure. Here are a few convenient places around the Albuquerque Area for … [Read more...]
Did you hear that my Three Ways to Eliminate Weeds guide is out? I wanted to share with you a few tips from the guide below. I've heard from so many people that one of their biggest frustrations with their yard is the weeds. These are the same folks who want to be in the yard to RELAX … [Read more...]
Alright, I've got a confession to make. These plants in this picture are all mine. I might have gotten carried away at the plant sales this year. The plants in the top left of the picture are all native ones from Plants of the Southwest, the lower left plants are the ones for my container … [Read more...]
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