Woodpeckers are beautiful and useful birds but some people find the drumming on their chimney or pecking on wood or metal parts of their house driving them crazy. These birds are hammering their woodpecker’s “song” to announce their territory or to attract a mate. It is also a way for the male and female …
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If you live in a coastal area you might be tempted to use the free sand that you find on the beach nearby. But is the beach sand really suitable for growing plants in your garden? Beach sand can be used for gardening provided that amendments are added to the soil, such as organic matter, compost, …
Can Beach Sand Be Used for Gardening? Don’t Try This Until You Know The Answer! Read More »
Depending on their design and manufacturer, different types of umbrellas might serve different purposes. Obviously, the basic and traditional purpose of using an umbrella has always been for your protection. Whether you can use a beach umbrella as a patio umbrella, or not, is left to your discretion. By default, a beach umbrella has a thick …
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Providing sufficient outdoor lighting around your property in the evening and at night is necessary for three main reasons. It does not only help to enhance the scenery and natural beauty of your house and yard but also strengthens security against intruders from prowling your property. Outdoor lighting is also a way to make …
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If you own a house with a backyard, then the installation or building of a gazebo is worth considering. You might be hesitant as to why build a gazebo in your yard. However, when you consider all the benefits this construction can provide, you will soon realize that they outweigh the costs involved in building or installing …
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A swimming pool is able to instantly provide a backyard with a wow factor. But many homeowners have smaller yards located in clustered suburban areas. Lack of space can be a cause for concern and questioning whether you can put an inground pool in such a small backyard. The good news is that in …
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Wildlife ponds are a must-have in every homeowner’s yard. Not only do they provide an oasis for a range of wildlife but they also offer a tranquil spot to enjoy on a lovely day in your yard. Few features in the yard have the power to attract in quite the same way that water …
Landscaping a Small Wildlife Pond in Yard (With Instructions) Read More »
Spring is the beginning of the season for all kinds of insects, including mosquitoes. They are the greatest enemy of our evening meetings with friends over the grill or a cup of tea in the backyard. Don’t let them take charge of your backyard! You can fight them and protect yourself against them using …
Pigeons are usually seen in public places, window ledges, balconies, and on a porch. Without being aware of the potential danger they could cause, people usually treat them just like in a Saturday morning cartoon where an old lady feeds them with breadcrumbs while kids play in the park. The reality is that they …
How to Stop Pigeons Sitting on My Window Ledge? 12 Easy Hacks Read More »
There is no doubt that everyone loves lying on a carpet of cool and green grass on a hot summer day. At least for this one reason, having a real grass lawn might be your dream when it comes to the landscaping of your front yard. But no one could deny the fact that …
A No-Mow Front Yard: What is It and Which is Better? Read More »
