Lifestyle & Trends - Lawn & Garden

The guy's guide to mulch

One of the manly rites of spring, designed to impress the neighbors, is a fresh layer of mulch. But, did you know that it can also help prevent erosion and discourage weeds in the garden? Mulch is an invaluable ingredient to a successful growing season - so much more than shredded bark sprinkled around the base of an ornamental tree each spring. Get the facts on mulch to impress all the neighbors and have a great looking landscape to boot.

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Bird feeder battles: Winning the war against squirrels

For bird lovers, the sight of a bushy tail hanging off the side of a feeder means just one thing: war. It's possible to discourage squirrels - and even outsmart them - with the right seed mix and some nature-friendly squirrel-control tactics.

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Make calling 811 a priority before every digging project

Winter is over and warmer weather is finally here. Homeowners can finally put away their snow shovels and venture out into their yards with digging shovels for those long-awaited home improvement projects. All across the country, homeowners and professional excavators alike will start to plan spring home-improvement projects that require digging. During the transition into "digging season," remember hat calling 811 is the first step toward protecting you and your community from the risk of unintentionally damaging an underground line.

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Use gravity to grow with kids

Gardening creates fun and learning experiences through planting and cultivating seeds for small children who are inquisitive about everything. Feed their curiosity by growing with gravity.

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Create a tropic escape in your own backyard

Yearning to escape to a tropical paradise? This spring, look no further than your own backyard to capture the romance of the tropics and create a sense of optimism to lift your spirits.

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