A fresh flower arrangement won’t last forever, but you can take
some simple steps to prolong its beauty at least several extra
days. In fact, you should expect long lasting flowers such as
carnations, chrysanthemums, alstroemeria and even roses to last
a full week to ten days. Spring or bulb flowers such as iris,
tulips and daffodils should be expected […]
Your enjoyment of your home increases exponentially when you
have a beautifully landscaped yard. Whether you’ve nurtured your
home’s landscaping with your own hands or hired a landscaper to
create your slice of paradise, you no doubt experience pride and
pleasure when you see dappled sunlight peeking through the trees
or the riot of colors your perennials lend to your […]
What are Bonsai trees?
Many people think of tiny little Japanese trees cut and pruned to a miniature size but literally speaking Bonsai means ‘plant in a tray’ and while they are smaller than their wild counterparts they don’t have to be a couple of inches tall; they can be grown in a pot in […]
Is there a perpetual shadow hovering over your house? Do you feel as though you live in a Batman movie? You may be the victim of a neighboring McMansion or a new development trend called mansionization, the housing industry’s equivalent to bigger portions and fast food.
These mansionizerswho are frequently “spec” builders–buy small or dilapidated homes, […]
There are several types of exotic flowers to choose from, however, some are more popular and easier to obtain than others. Exotic flowers make good gifts for men as well as women. Especially exotic flowers such as bamboos, bonsai, ginger or dracaena have a touch of beauty and a sense of class and […]