Planting Allium Bulbs

Although mostly regarded as vegetables, the allium family contains some ornamental flowering plants as well, known as “onion flowers”, appreciated for their beautiful colours; planted in flower beds, edges or flower rugs they look stunning. Each species has different colours and shapes but they all grow leafless stems with clusters of flowers at the top which progressively bloom, starting from ...

About patios and decks

p Once you own your own house, you are thinking about ways to make it more appealing and comfortable. Patio designs are one of things that bring beauty as well as functionality to the house. You can find a huge amount of patio designs. All you have to do is choose the one that suits your taste and go for it. The patio pavers design will allow you to walk on it bare foot without and discomfor ...

Hot tub cover importance

Hot tub covers are important because they are used to protect tubs especially in colder seasons. The cover prevent leaves, dust and debris from entering the tub and also protects the tub from sun, frost and snow. It is crucial that you cover the hot tub in order to maintain its efficiency and to keep it as safe as possible for you and your family to use. The hot tub cover will take stress o ...

About downspouts

Downspouts are used to redirect water flow. Sometimes these downspouts can end with just an elbow, thus all the water accumulates where the downspout ends, at the base of the house. This way, your home and land can suffer from flooding or other unwelcomed surprises. To solve this problem, you need to acquire a downspout extension. Using pipe extensions you can redirect the flow of water ...

Stepping stones in the decor of your garden

Cherish your garden. It is a little piece of heaven for both the eyes and the spirit. There are several ways for taking care of a garden: from decorating it to regular maintenance. As for the décor, with several objects you can beautify your green space. Important accessories from the whole range are the stepping stones. They will save your shoes when walking after a rain and protect the g ...

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