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Compost Aeration
The microorganisms in the compost pile function best when the materials are as damp as a wrung-out sponge and have many air ... |
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Compost Materials
Anything that was once alive will naturally decompose. However, some organic wastes should not be composted at home.
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Compost Surface
If the microorganisms have more surface area to feed on, the materials will break down faster. Chopping your garden debris ... |
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Compost Temperature
The most efficient decomposing bacteria thrive in temperatures between 110F and 160F. Thus, the hotter the pile, the faster ... |
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Compost Volume
Compost piles trap heat generated by the activity of millions of microorganisms. A 3-foot by 3-foot by 3-foot compost pile is ... |
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Composting
Composting turns household wastes into valuable fertilizer and soil organic matter. |
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Construction Landscaping
During construction, soil will often be without grass, trees, shrubs, and other plants. Without this protective vegetation, ... |
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Construction vs. Plants
Several types of injury occur during construction. Those covered under other sections are grade changes and soil compaction. ... |
 
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Controlled Water Use for Lawns and Gardens
Greg Peterson from Lawn Logic explains how their soil moisture monitoring and control system overrides an irrigation timer and ... |
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Creating a Low-Maintenance Front Yard
In the last couple of weeks, the landscape on the front of the yard has been replaced. It used to be somewhat scruffy and ... |
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Creating a Terrace
Use terraces to make flower and vegetable gardening possible on steep slopes or simply to add interest to your landscape. |
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Creating Summer Shadows
Simple ideas to help create a shady spot to protect you from the hot summer sun. |
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Cultivating Annuals
Cultivate by hoeing to break up soil crusts and control weeds. Shallow rooted annuals are injured by deep, vigorous ... |
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Cultured Stone® Rear Facade on Modular Home
Bob takes a closer look at the area under the rear deck of the modular home. The grade of the hill allows for a full height ... |
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Deciduous Efficiency
Trees that lose their leaves in the fall (i.e., deciduous) are the most effective at reducing heating and cooling energy ... |
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Deep Root Companions
Deciduous trees with deep taproots are better companions for naturalized plantings than trees with shallow, spreading roots. |
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Designing an Elizabethan Garden and Naturalistic Landscaping
Bob rejoins Ruth Foster on site to tour the landscape work in progress and see how the design has come to life. Foster ... |
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Discussing Swimming Pool Design
Bob discusses the swimming pool with the architect. |
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Discussing the Home's Exterior
Bob talks to Ryley about a fence and a brick path and to landscaper Susan Hoffer about a perennial and herb garden. |
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Discussing the Home's Landscaping and Hardscaping
Bob discusses the landscaping of a home with Kevin Kalman, general contractor of I'On, and Josh Garvin a Low Country landscape ... |
