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Made in the shade

Article Abstract:

Many house owners lament that they are not able to design a perfect shady spot in their garden, but it is suggested that with the help of a little bit of imagination and some hard work one could get the perfect outdoors ambience in the backyard. Different ways in which one can get the perfect shady spot in ones garden are suggested along with the ways in which one can design this shady ambience.

United States, Gardening in the shade, Shade gardening

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Dogwoods need some shade

Article Abstract:

Flowering dogwoods (Cornus florida) naturally flourish in shady areas at the edge of woodlands. Soil should be well-drained and fertile and mulch is the ideal fertilizer to ensure healthy flowering dogwoods that develop their characteristic layered shape.

Environmental aspects, Dogwoods, Flowering dogwood

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A place in the shade

Article Abstract:

Backyard patios can be made more interesting with the addition of decks and the use of alternative surface treatments, such as sand or crushed rocks, to improve plant and tree root growth, provide good drainage and add a natural look to the patio.

Design and construction, Patios, Architecture, Domestic, Home design

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