These articles on salvias and other plants provide ideas for plant selection and helpful tips for do-it-yourself projects and maintenance. They were created in June-August, 2007. For instance, I introduce here a few of the many salvias used in planting beds; I also discuss how to build raised beds. Return to the index to access landscaping pictures and other yard-design resources from prior years.
8/19/07 - Wetland Plants and Buying a House
What landscaping-related factors should be considered when you're buying a house? I discuss several scenarios in this article, including the presence of wetland plants.
8/06/07 - Types of Salvia Flowers
Introduction to the salvias, pulling together all my separate articles in one resource.
8/04/07 - Weed Identification
Weed identification should be the first step you take in your weed control efforts. Remember: "Know thine enemy."
7/29/07 - Shop-Vac Vacuums Review
Shop Sweep Shop-Vac vacuums are dry vacs. As long as you wait for the organic debris to dry out, Shop-Vac vacuums will be useful for cleaning driveways and mulching organic debris.
7/28/07 - Pole Pruners
Reviews on pole pruners to help you with your tree trimming needs.
7/22/07 - How to Build Raised Beds
Take your landscaping to another level through the use of raised beds.
7/09/07 - The Plants of China
Introduction to the plants of China, which are ubiquitous in Western landscapes.
6/26/07 - Loropetalum
Chinese loropetalum bears fragrant white flowers in spring. Pink and red varieties are also available.
6/13/07 - Caradonna Salvia Plants
Dark purple stems and delicate spikes of deep purplish-blue blooms are two prominent characteristics of Caradonna salvias.
6/01/07 - Red Salvia Flowers
Red salvias are the flowers everyone thinks of immediately when the term, "salvias" is used.
