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Want pristine outdoor spaces next year? Take action in the fall
The cooling weather signals most homeowners to retire their lawn and garden equipment for the year. But before you stow away the rakes and hoes, remember that fall offers a unique opportunity for s...
Aug 16, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 883 883 recommendations | email to a friend
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Beat the heat with water conservation and home safety advice
The peak water usage season, which usually begins in late July or early August, arrived early this year with record high temperatures and widespread drought. During the warmer months, the average A...
Aug 15, 2012 | 1 1 comments | 1065 1065 recommendations | email to a friend
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Responsible watering tips for keeping your lawn green
Does maintaining a lush, healthy and green lawn to enjoy with friends and family seem daunting? It's often a task that is easier said than done for homeowners. But take heart, a simple watering rou...
Aug 14, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 976 976 recommendations | email to a friend
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Refreshing garden drinks
With warmer than average temperatures the norm for much of the country, people are looking for new ways to cool off. Nothing is more cool and refreshing than sipping on an ice-cold drink while enjo...
Aug 13, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 834 834 recommendations | email to a friend
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Garden now to refresh your outdoor space for entertaining
This summer gardens and outdoor green spaces often look limp and lifeless due to lots of hot, sunny days and limited precipitation. No need to despair, just a few simple tips can help to rejuvenate...
Aug 10, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 931 931 recommendations | email to a friend
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Tips to keep the garden green during vacation
Looking forward to a nice, relaxing vacation? Don't forget about that garden while you're sipping umbrella drinks on a beach or snapping photos of the Grand Canyon. Make sure you have a plan for ke...
Aug 10, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 732 732 recommendations | email to a friend
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How to create the perfect outdoor retreat
Backyards have always been places where families can get away without actually going away. Outdoor areas connect people with their favorite natural treasures while providing a place to relax. Wheth...
Aug 06, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 821 821 recommendations | email to a friend
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How to help your garden survive a drought
For many American gardeners, 2012 has not been a kind year. Most of the Midwest is dealing with one of the worst droughts on record. And while the Midwest is bearing the brunt of the drought this y...
Aug 01, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 731 731 recommendations | email to a friend
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DIY projects refresh your space in 1 weekend
Home and style magazines, social media and interior designers on TV are inspiring more homeowners to transform their spaces into places they love. Projects range from renewing your bathtub to refre...
Jul 31, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 504 504 recommendations | email to a friend
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Adding or replacing deck railings a great do-it-yourself project
A good deck system can offer many benefits to a homeowner. Decks provide a place for fall cookouts, neighborhood parties, family get-togethers and countless other outdoor activities. A deck will no...
Jul 26, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 738 738 recommendations | email to a friend
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Why more people are installing saltwater pools
One of the hottest summers in US history has sent everyone scurrying into their pools to cool off, and the biggest new trend in swimming pools is salt water. First developed in Australia, saltwater...
Jul 25, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 575 575 recommendations | email to a friend
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Could acorns lead to an up 'tick' in Lyme disease?
Oak trees produced an extremely high number of acorns in 2010, which led to an increase in the white-footed mouse population in 2011. In turn, the deer tick (or black-legged tick), had ample supply...
Jul 23, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 344 344 recommendations | email to a friend
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