If you have a septic tank on your Hillsboro property, you should be well aware of how and when you need to get it cleaned up and washed out. Though don't try to carry out this task on your ow

The African American folk magic tradition of Hoodoo integrates a variety of spiritual practices from magical traditions. The term itself first appeared in the late 1800s as a means of describing a magic potion or spell. Alternative names for this practice include root work or conjuration.

Your garage door will come under normal wear and tear as it ages. To prevent serious problems from developing, all you really need to do is check on the door and tracks regularly and lube the tracks f

Have you ever thought about gardening organically at home, but weren't sure where to start? Many gardeners would love to garden without using chemicals and sprays, but worry that organic gardening is difficult and time consuming. Not so! It can be a straightforward and easy way to garden. And i

It is always a best time to grow vegetables in your garden provided that all the plants get the basic requirements fulfilled like soil, water, sun and nutrients. You can always turn your backyard to i

There are many, many benefits that orchids provide that not many people are aware of. This article will help you learn about more of the wonderful things that orchids can do for you.

As food prices continue to rise and food contamination stories continue to propagate the nightly news, it is time to take action and provide for ourselves by planting a small vegetable garden. Here are five ...

February gold grows to a height of 25cm or 10in. It is short, sturdy and one of the longest flowering of all the dwarf daffodils. It has a long, golden trumpet with swept back petals, so reminiscent of its parent. It looks lovely under planted with white or purple large Dutch crocus. Crocus large Du

Water is a building block for all life. It is necessary for plants as much as it is for animals. Water contains some minerals that are useful to plant growth, but its primary purpose is to help the plant move carbohydrates and nutrients from soil through its vascular system. Water alone is not suffi

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Fall is the perfect time to tackle that lawn care project, be it sod, re-seeding, or installing a new irrigation system. The cool temperatures of fall encourage seed germination, root growth and quicker healing for repaired or disturbed surfaces.

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Rosemary is a versatile shrub with many uses including cooking, medicinal & craft; it's also gaining popularity as just a shrub in the garden or clipped into a formal topiary shape to give your herb garden some class. Rosemary requires very little care throughout the year and is said to thrive

Perhaps the most famous seasonal flowers in Japan are the Japanese cherry blossoms which bloom every year in late spring, beautiful pink and white blooms whose scent fills the streets, wafting their way into windows and cracks in doors. As the flowers bloom and fall they carpet the area beneath the

Compost gardeners employ two methods of making compost - the cool and the hot process. The choice of either one depends largely on the preferences of the gardener particularly as each one has its advantages and disadvantages. So, read on and find which method suits you the best.

When it comes to maintaining health and cleanliness whether in your office building or a construction site, you need a janitorial team that's efficient and professional. While searching for a janitorial services in Sacramento you ...

Planting vegetables in season is a fun and straightforward thing to do when you have an appreciation of the fundamentals. Winter vegetable gardening takes more care.

Preparing the Seedbed Renovations commonly incorporate a technique to decompact the seedbed. Grass will not establish well in compacted ground: roots will stay at the surface, denying young plants access to moisture and nutrients and ...

For some people it is, and for some it is not, and for me autumn is not a great time of year. Don't get me wrong, it is not like I hate autumn, but I ...

Salvia is a great looking plant that can really be an asset in your border. It's beautiful purple color long slender flowers combine greatly with other flowers and plants.