A private matter

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Advice on making a back garden secluded is presented, with focus on the use of trees, shrubs and fencing as an attractive way to ensure privacy without isolating the garden space.

author: Ocone, Lynn
Trees, Trees (Plants), Fences, Fences (Structures)

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Breaking new ground: get a jump on spring by creating a garden bed now

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The end of the growing season is the best time to make garden space from lawn because newly added soil amendments will have time work into the soil. Information is provided to help homeowners plan a garden, remove sod and add soil amendments such as lime and sulphur.

author: Ocone, Lynn
Soil conditioners

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Small-space landscaping; six way to make a small yard, or an oddly shaped section of one, look and feel big

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Using a unified theme, such as Japanese or Mediterranean, throughout a garden is one method that can make the space seem less cluttered. Other techniques include replacing the lawn with paving and using walls to support vines, fountains or other decorative elements.

author: Ocone, Lynn
Methods, Landscape architecture

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subjects list: Usage, Design and construction, Backyard gardens
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