Grass Disease
Grass Disease: know what to look for Lawn diseases are a common and frustrating probability for even the most dedicated gardening-enthusiast. Knowing the types of lawn disease and their causes are an important step towards limiting your lawns vulnerability to diseases. Here is a guide to some of the most common lawn diseases and how to spot them: 1. Anthracnose Anthracnose takes the appearance of red-brown coloured spots on the shoots of one’s grass. Areas of the lawn affected from Anthracnose can vary from 2 inches up to ten feet in size. W
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Lemon Trees
Problems with your lemon tree not bearing fruit Reasons for No Fruit on Lemon Trees The first query here would be, do the trees flower? Flowers lead to fruit, and a lack of blooms means your tree cannot produce. Some reasons for this would be incorrect cultivation, lack of nutrients, insufficient water and bad rootstock. If the plant does bloom but still fails to fruit, this might be because the tree is not old enough. Lemon tree fruiting occurs at three to five years old, depending upon the rootstock. Blossom drop is one of the key growing lem
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Growing Citrus in Johannesburg
Growing conditions for growing Citrus in Johannesburg 1. Many of the more common citrus plants growing in South africa originate in China 2. Citrus does not handle frost well. It will not tolerate temperatures below 4 degrees. 3. Lemon trees are the only citrus fruit trees that can tolerate any frost at all and as a result are the most popular of the Citrus plants grown in the JHB area. 4. If you have frost in your garden then you will need to protect your orange or nartjie trees throughout the winter. Remember that frost can come as early
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Garden Pots and Plants
Garden Pots and Plants. There is no question that plants in your garden are a pivotal way of expressing yourself and bringing an element of life into your home. Not all homeowners have the luxury of an entire garden to fill, but this shouldn’t be considered a downfall to your home. Introducing pots and container gardening into your home gives you the freedom to create a haven of greenery and flowers that could exceed any gardening done in a home with space and land. It all depends on how you choose to design and maintain your pots and plants. If done cleverly and with though and direction, container planting can be extremely beautiful. Choosing the Right Pot. Your plants are going to be grown and placed in these pots, so choosing the right style and material is vital. Firstly, you should consider the style of your home. For example, if your home is clean cut and classic, it would be a good idea to opt for traditional urns to accompany your patio or outside area. If your flowers and plants are going to be the main focus, opt for a pot or container that is a muted, neutral colour. The same can be done vice versa – a vibrant pot can be an amazing piece to have and will brighten up your area. Also keep in mind that groups of uneven pots have a far more pleasing effect than even groups. In terms of practicality, one should always pay attention to the material being used. If you are placing your pots on delicate areas such as patios, roofs or shelves, consider using a material such as metal. Measurements are also important to remember. If you are considering an array of plants, your pot should be at least 30 centimeters wide. If you are planting plants that bloom all year round, consider a pot that is at least 20 centimeters in depth for adequate soil depth. Pots require waterholes, so remember to keep in mind where your pots are going to be placed. Should they be placed on wood surfaces, remember to cover the holes with things like pottery shards or stones to prevent wood rotting. Assembling your Plants: You may already consider yourself an expert in the gardening department, but a little guidance never hurt anybody! For your plants to look the best in their pots, there are a few rules of thumb to stick by. 1) Don’t go for just one type of flower or plant. This technique is boring and will add very little to your home in terms of aesthetic. 2) Consider how the plants will work together through out the year. Having plants that change colour during autumn and others that bloom during the summer can be an interesting way to make sure your pot plants look exciting and vivid all year round. 3) Always include a vertical element to your pot. This element could come in the form of an interesting flower or vine, and will lift the appearance of the pot and draw the eye upwards. 4) Try and incorporate three different elements in your pot: a plant that has large, interesting leaves or flowers, a whimsical creeper or vine, and a tall grass element. These three together will create depth and variety in your pot. 5) Try and choose plants that have room to grow. Unless you need your pots to look filled and blooming instantly, it is better to choose baby plants that will bloom and fill out the pot in their own time. However you choose to decorate your living area with pots and plants, get ready to get your hands dirty. Gardening is a wonderful project that lets your get in touch with nature and experience it hands on. For more articles on home improvement, please visit our homepage.
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Garden Furniture
Garden Furniture At HomeImprovement4u, we know that a garden can be considered your pride and joy. After all the work that gets put into landscaping and planting beautiful shrubbery and flowers, your garden can be thoroughly enjoyed and experienced by your choice of garden furniture! So, how do you decide what furniture can be placed into your garden? You need to consider what the atmosphere of your garden will be. Classy? Rustic? Homely? Your choice of garden furniture will ensure that these styles and themes are achieved! Below are a few furniture options to consider and remember when you come to decide what your garden will include. Traditional Teak Furniture: Tradition Teak Furniture brings to mind images of Old English Country Furniture with their simple and classic look. This furniture is popular in gardens that have soft tones such as white and purple, perhaps amongst plans such as lavender and baby’s breath. However, one must keep in mind that these pieces of furniture do change colour over time as the wood matures. Traditional Teak Furniture is also well known for being especially weather resistant and durable. Swing Seats: Swing Seats are always a choice of garden furniture that will be admired by those who visit your garden. Swing Seats allow you to sit amongst your garden and have a place of relaxation and calm – until the children find out they have a swing in the garden! Swing Seats are convenient as they can be placed in almost any position in your garden, whether they are the focal point or tucked away. Rattan Furniture If you are having concerns about expense, durability and maintenance then All-Weather Rattan Furniture is a choice you should consider. These woven furniture pieces offer a long list of benefits: the woven texture and coloring offers little differentiation between the rattan and real wicker, the materials are also often made with UV protected fiber that prevents color fading over time. You will be able to leave these pieces of furniture out in the open through all four seasons without being wary of weather damage and rust! We know that you want your garden to look its most beautiful and we believe you should be able to experience your garden and nature in comfort and style. Should you want any more information on gardens, furniture or any other home improvements, please visit our homepage for more articles.
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Sheds and Garden Huts
Sheds can be a great addition to your home. There are many types of sheds to choose from. You need to look at what kind of shed you want to buy or build considering factors pertinent to your own particular circumstances including what you want to use the shed for, your budget, aesthetics, what materials are available to you and in certain circumstances topography!
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