Plant Sumac for New England Fall Foliage -- Wherever You Live!
Distinguish 'good' sumac from poisonous and consider the former for great fall foliage, such as typifies New England. There are many varieties of sumac that display brilliant fall foliage in New England and elsewhere. Geometric Patterns in Formal Garden Design
Introduction to the use of geometric patterns in formal garden design. The influence of geometric patterns in formal garden design can be traced back to ancient times. Varieties of Azaleas and Rhododendrons
Description of rhododendron and azalea varieties, photos included. Pictures, growth information and requirements for popular varieties of rhododendrons and azaleas. The Easter Rabbit: Pagan Origin, Pest Control
Origin of the Easter bunny or rabbit, and the connection between rabbits and Easter eggs. The holiday's name itself indicates its pagan origin, deriving from the pagan goddess, Eostre. Planting Pussy Willow Trees for Spring Pussy Willows
Picking stems of pussy willows is one of our enduring spring rites. To ensure the survival of this most whimsical of spring rites, learn how to plant your own pussy willow trees from cuttings. Eradication of Japanese Knotweed Plants
Description of the habitats on your landscaping in which Japanese knotweed plants thrive. Japanese knotweed is a noxious weed and invasive species dreaded by lawn and gardening buffs. Kissing Under the Mistletoe
History of how kissing under the mistletoe originated. History tells us that kissing under the mistletoe has its roots in Celtic rituals and Norse mythology. Mountain Laurel Shrubs and Bay Laurel Trees
Description of mountain laurel shrubs, supplemented by pictures. Distinction drawn between these shrubs and the bay laurel trees made famous by the Greeks and Romans. Home Landscaping Ideas and the Real Estate Market
Steps to take in your home landscaping work to increase real estate value. How you treat your home landscaping is largely dependent on whether the property is destined to become a real estate listing. Top 10 List: Ideas for Winter Landscapes
A 'Top 10' listing of the best plant ideas for winter landscapes and attracting wild birds. Ranking is based on ideas for visual interest of winter landscapes and ability to attract hungry wild birds. Hardscape and Landscaping With Stone
The myriad of uses for stone to enhance a landscape through hardscape. Explore the aesthetic and functional use of stone and concrete for patios and other hardscape projects. Landscape Design With Rock Gardens
Problem areas call for landscape solutions, including rock gardens. Rock garden design can be an attractive, practical landscape solution where more common landscape designs fail. Hiring Tree Service Professionals
Safety and aesthetic considerations to ponder when hiring a tree service professional for limbing a tree. Factors in choosing a tree service professional include documented insurance, free estimates, written contract and tree limbing references. Big E, Springfield, MA: Fair for Landscaping Ideas
The Big E fair, an annual New England fair packed with landscaping ideas, is held in West Springfield, MA, at the onset of fall foliage season. The Big E hosts merchants from Springfield and all over the U.S. who sell many home accents. Igloos, Snow Houses: Fun Family Crafts
How to beautify the winter landscape and engage in a fun family crafts project at the same time, building an igloo or snow house. To build igloos or snow houses together means teaching kids some basic architecture lessons. Interiorscaping: Ideas for Gardening Indoors
Ideas for indoor gardening and landscape design with houseplants. Includes ideas for combatting pests on houseplants by identifying pests and pest-control techniques. Christmas Tree Decorating: The History of the Christmas Tree
A brief look at the controversy over Christmas tree decorating as part of the history of the Christmas tree. The controversial history of decorating with evergreens may surprise modern readers who take the decorations for granted. Winterizing the Landscape in Fall
Landscaping chores to winterize the lawn and garden in the fall. Tips on improving soil, use of compost and mulch, rototilling, cover crops, liming and more. Deer Control With Perennial Groundcovers
Deer control and low maintenance at once with perennial groundcovers. These groundcover plants afford easy deer control because those voracious garden pests don't like them. Rake Leaves and Make Compost, Mulch
Don't just rake leaves and dispose of them. Make compost with leaves, or make mulch with them. A look at compost bins and mulch bins, including aesthetic considerations. Oriental Bittersweet Vines: Bittersweet Decision for Landscapers?
Introduction to American and oriental bittersweet vines. The benign American bittersweet vines are quickly disappearing, while the oriental variety is an invasive scourge, despite bearing beautiful berries. Winterberry Holly, Songbirds and the Winter Landscape
The use of winterberry holly shrubs (ilex verticillata) in landscaping to enhance the winter landscape and entice songbirds. Winterberry holly shrubs are an emergency food source for songbirds. Flowering Dogwood Trees
Flowering dogwood trees win the top ranking in this list of best spring trees and shrubs. Specifically, 'Cherokee Chief' and Japanese flowering dogwood trees are the winners, partly because they excel at attracting wild birds. Japanese Dogwood Trees, Cornus Florida Dogwoods
Information and pictures for dogwood trees (Cornus florida, Cornus kousa). In addition to spring blooms, the Japanese dogwoods and others offer fine fall foliage. A Concrete Patio Floor Design
Before and after photos of a concrete patio floors from your About.com Guide. Cracked concrete floors without design can be transformed with imaginative patio designs. | 