Forget the primeval campfire, and say hello to a modern experience of sitting around an open fire with family and friends. Paloform’s collection of fire pit designs offer sculptural shapes in simple vessels for contemporary settings. Here are seven ways to incorporate one in your backyard. As a brand-new owner of my very own outdoor …
Start with the house One of Morrow’s goals was an area for outdoor entertaining next to the house—but he did not want the existing architecture to dictate the design. His 1890s Victorian house, although pretty from the street, is just a “brick box” at the back. Morrow’s response was to cover it with wisteria, and, like a …
Honeysuckle Arch The fragrance of honeysuckle, particularly heady at dusk, encourages anyone passing through to pause a while to survey the view beyond. Lilac Solanum Evergreen in mild areas, the fast-growing Solanum crispum (‘Glasnevin’) provides a lovely summer display of flowers. Click here to see more!
Eat Your Yard There are many plant parts we toss, thinking they’re not edible. From flowers to sweet potato vines, these 14 delectable plant parts might surprise you. Caution: for edible flowers, don’t buy the plants from ornamental stock in a garden center, instead buy organic herbs and vegetable plants or grow your own from seed …
The Sword-billed Hummingbird has the longest bill of any Trochilidae species. It is the only member of the genus Ensifera. This species occurs mainly in wet montane forest at high elevation. Length: 17-22 cm, including the bill of 9-11 cm Weight: 12-15 g The adult male has coppery-bronze head, including the feathers at bill base. …
This fruit is rich in potassium. Now what is it? You usually know it very well and been seeing this fruit every time you go grocery shopping. One of the most common fruits on our households and is color yellow. Yes, it is color yellow and that is the color we all know it has. …
Make the most of out your yard, porch and doorway with these breathtaking outdoor Christmas decoration ideas. We compiled some of the best ideas for outdoor Christmas decorations. Take a look at our collection below. Normally, every family cherishes some old Christmas decorations as the inheritance from their parents and grandparents. They are more valuable due to …
Bonsai is the reproduction of natural tree forms in miniature. This art form has its origin in Japan and China where it has been practiced for centuries. Bonsai are grown in pots and are totally dependent on you for their care. With proper care, your bonsai will remain healthy, beautiful and miniature for many years …
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Garden Design Magazine columnist Kevin Lee Jacobs shows how he created a shade garden and a bit of woodland reverie in his garden, complete with an outdoor “dining room,” and edged with three seasons of flowering plants. Find out more: https://www.gardendesign.com/pictures/creating-a-shade-garden_114/#6760
Water features have always been a popular outdoor amenity for apartments and are great ways to draw attention while causing a splash. But like everything else, they have a lifespan and become a challenge and expense to maintain. At some point, management has to weigh the ongoing cost and maintenance – and sometimes image – …
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