No garden is complete without having a few lawn ornaments on display. They bring life and a touch of personality to any garden. As trends come and go, most ornaments manage to remain in style for only a short while. Some classics, however, have withstood the test of...
How Long Do They Last? Batteries on solar lights typically last about 3-4 years without needing replacement. The LEDs can last up to 10 years or more. Flickering lights and a less intense brightness are indicators that some parts may need changing. The best place to...
Desert landscapes are a sight to behold with their unique color schemes and local flora decorating the harsh terrain. Despite the unforgiving climate, it is possible for desert dwellers to create stunning gardens by incorporating aspects of the desert itself into...
Gardening is a great way of sustainably providing you and your family with fresh and organic produce. Maintaining a garden in a desert climate, though possible, is not a task for the faint of heart. It requires patience, discipline and, a strict schedule to produce a...
Cultivation of crops in a desert environment may seem difficult but is actually quite doable. There exists a group of fruits and vegetables known as high desert crops that have adapted to hot climates. These plants are able to grow and mature fully even under high...
Growing a desert garden has several challenges, such as limited water supply, besides the regular challenges facing maintaining a garden. If you follow some simple methods, you can grow healthy plants even with the windy conditions and hot and dry weather...
Getting your desired outcome in your desert garden requires considerable time and effort. Every gardener has an idea of what they want their garden to look like, but you have to consider some factors and follow specific steps to achieve your dream garden. If...
With the limitations of desert areas for cultivating a garden, designing a garden in your southwest home can be challenging. However, several garden ideas are available, which involve other elements besides only cactus plants that are known to give a dry feel....
A major concern for gardening in the southwest is getting sufficient water for plants. Utilizing the little water from rainfall is necessary to ensure your plants have sufficient water all year round. Conserving the water you have can also reduce your monthly...
Deserts plants are considered low-maintenance species capable of handling harsh weather conditions with little care. While this is true, setting up a desert garden requires you to choose plants that thrive in the area. Contrary to many people’s beliefs, some of...