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Perfect in a sunny spot
near the kitchen door, a small raised bed filled with basil and
other culinary herbs provides easy access at a moment's notice.
Initially grow three plants each of six favorite herbs with similar
water and light needs. Avoid using herbicides, insecticides,
and preservative-treated lumber near food crops.
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Running water has been treasurd
as a source of relaxation and inspiration since the beginning
of civilization. Now you can bring all that to your own backyard
or garden with a simple to install and easy to maintain garden
pond. Enjoy the peace and serenity of a waterfall, fountain,
or stream in your own backyard!
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All right, this is an easy one. What's
the hobby that has swept the nation in the past 10 years and
is now second only to gardening...bird watching!
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| Perennial Gardens (Is
your yard crying out for help)? |
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Many gardeners are turning to
perennial plants in their flower gardens. More and more choices
are also available. Here are some guides for choosing perennials.
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Everybody loves roses! And contrary to
popular belief, they aren't just for expert gardeners in warmer
climates. Many beautiful types of winter-hardy roses can be grown
right here in New Hampshire and Vermont with very little special
attention.
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| Retaining Walls, Terrace
Walls, Patios and Walkways |
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Tackle the tricky
sloped areas and reduce maintenance with a retaining wall made
of stone or block. Add a brick or stone patio to provide the
perfect spot from which to enjoy your landscape.
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Your lawn is likely the largest
area of your garden. It is what blends your house with the garden,
adding a touch of spaciousness and providing the perfect surface
for relaxation and play.
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Swing from a hammock hung from
the branches of a giant willow tree. Enjoy the cool breezes in
the shade under a majestic oak tree. Cherish the beauty of a
flowering crabapple tree in full bloom in the spring. Savor the
brilliant Autumn foliage of a red maple. Trees can provide all
this and more in your backyard landscape.
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a garden shed to create some extra storage space and finish off
the landscape by hiding those unsightly lawn mowers and other
tools. Select a gazebo, screened or unscreened, to create a focal
point in the garden and provide a spot from which to enjoy those
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Not sure how to get started?
Afraid you have a brown thumb? Let our trained experts show you
he way with a free consultation. We'll help you turn your dreams
into reality, and make it easier than you ever imagined it could
be!
If you're a do-it-yourselfer, we can provide you with a design
to work from for a modest fee. Or, if you prefer to have a total
package, we'll give you a proposal for installing, maintaining,
and guaranteeing what we design!
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