http://www.artipot.com/dir/home-and-family/gardening/landscaping/ Latest Landscaping articles from Artipot - your one-stop resource for free articles. http://www.artipot.com/articles/473195/defining-in-the-landscape.htm This principle is less ephemeral than unity and more easily defined, and can even be set down in nearly precise mathematical terms. Essentially, the elements or areas of a design have a visual weight; and these weights achieve balance like that of the old-fashioned scale, or seesaw. If the seesaw is unbalanced, the result is distracting or disturbing. The principle of... Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:26:05 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/473195/defining-in-the-landscape.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/471292/garden-rain-gauge-and-other-weather-instruments.htm Being aware of existing weather conditions and predicting future weather patterns may seem like work reserved for a meteorologist, but that just isn't so. The normal person can gather equipment that can do those things and more. Some of the basic weather instruments required to accurately record the conditions include a garden rain gauge, an anemometer (also called a wind... Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:21:04 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/471292/garden-rain-gauge-and-other-weather-instruments.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/470331/5-ways-to-keep-your-backyard-cool.htm Summer is a great time to sit outside, soak up the rays and enjoy the heat. Unfortunately, sometimes the heat becomes too much to handle and all you want is a bit of shade to cool off. The good news is there are many ways to create shade in your backyard without compromising the style and functionality you've worked so hard to create. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:35:10 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/470331/5-ways-to-keep-your-backyard-cool.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/470330/5-ways-to-spice-up-your-garden.htm Many homeowners will agree that how you decorate your garden and the techniques you use to make your garden unique will have a great impact on the overall value of your home. Not only are gardens great for entertaining but they also add a lot of curb appeal to your home. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:35:10 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/470330/5-ways-to-spice-up-your-garden.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/470329/the-3-uses-of-outdoor-lighting-at-home.htm Outdoor lighting has multiple benefits when used on your property. Not only can it be used for safety and security reasons, but you can also strategically place outdoor lights to add a decorative effect to and call attention to the scenery in your yard. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:35:10 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/470329/the-3-uses-of-outdoor-lighting-at-home.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/470328/5-must-have-outdoor-furniture-pieces.htm When the good weather arrives, most of us can't wait to get outside and enjoy it as much as possible; but as great as the gorgeous weather can be you still need some outdoor furniture essentials to truly appreciate it. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:35:10 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/470328/5-must-have-outdoor-furniture-pieces.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/469982/how-to-create-your-garden-design.htm When doing the actual drafting of your garden design, you can draw many different kinds of plans. If you are drawing them for your own use, perhaps only the crudest of plans will be required since you know what the final picture will be like. On the other hand, people who can develop an artistic skill at drawing landscape plans often get a great deal of pleasure out of a... Mon, 02 Nov 2009 10:46:27 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/469982/how-to-create-your-garden-design.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/469672/all-about-sheds.htm There are things everyone knows about sheds such as how they look but before you ever start your search to purchase one of these wonderful storage units, there are things you have to know and do. If you don't address these things before hand you may end up with a shed and no place to put it! Sun, 01 Nov 2009 19:34:42 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/469672/all-about-sheds.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/468395/give-dahlias-and-begonias-a-lift.htm October may provide brilliant color in the landscape but it also signals an end of another growing season. Let's look at some of the things needed to be done in the landscape. Sat, 31 Oct 2009 03:15:59 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/468395/give-dahlias-and-begonias-a-lift.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/467329/landscape-tools-why-are-they-important-for-landscaping-projects.htm Landscaping is a great way to improve the appearance of your yard, and landscape tools are essential for any landscaping project. There are many tools out there, some made for one specific job. The best thing you can do is to purchase a basic group of tools that you can multi-task with, and add specialized tools one at a time as you need them. The basic group of tools is... Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:07:18 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/467329/landscape-tools-why-are-they-important-for-landscaping-projects.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/464955/viburnums-a-bird-magnet.htm To the neat gardener mulberry might be a nuisance with its messy berries dropping on the ground and purple mulberry splashings on the bird bath, but it is a joy to birds. At least fifty-two varieties of birds delight in the fruit of the mulberry, which lasts from June until September. Sun, 25 Oct 2009 13:02:40 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/464955/viburnums-a-bird-magnet.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/464949/options-for-a-great-looking-landscape.htm Before undertaking the execution of a garden plan, you should analyze your resources with an eye on the amount of work you can do yourself with the help of your family. In some cases you will find that you can afford to spend more money in order to save time and energy. In general, one or more of the following services may seem worth their cost to you. None of them is... Sun, 25 Oct 2009 12:56:34 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/464949/options-for-a-great-looking-landscape.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/464602/the-festival-of-gathering-the-bird-world.htm Insects are the aggressors in any garden, so the insectivorous birds are ever on the lookout for creatures that crawl about the flower cup or creep in and out of crevices of bark and foliage. However, the seed-eaters do not overlook an insect that gets in their way, and even the hummingbird, intent on sipping nectar from deep-throated honeysuckle, does not neglect the ant... Sat, 24 Oct 2009 17:38:35 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/464602/the-festival-of-gathering-the-bird-world.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/464121/carrying-out-your-landscape-design-plan.htm The final decision as to what type of garden you will want is not reached at the snap of a finger, but can be achieved in one of two ways. The first, and most businesslike, is to write down all pertinent facts and figures concerning yourself, your family, the size of your property, the size of your house, its exposure, etc. The other, which is just as workable but perhaps a... Fri, 23 Oct 2009 20:09:36 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/464121/carrying-out-your-landscape-design-plan.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/463992/creating-a-theme-with-garden-lights.htm Planning and equipping a garden with lighting that can enhance the many qualities that are seen easily during the day can be very challenging. An individual must take time to plan on the location and use of their garden lights before they begin the process of installing them. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 16:16:16 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/463992/creating-a-theme-with-garden-lights.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/463800/designing-your-own-landscape.htm Any study of landscaping design in America will show many typical properties, some of the most usual types, and various solutions of the problem of arranging the public, private, and service areas in relation to the house will be discovered. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:00:16 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/463800/designing-your-own-landscape.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/462144/chuck-rosenthals-landscapes.htm Though landscapes are not his most common subject for paintings, Chuck Rosenthal excels. From Clearwater, Florida, the artist more often paints people and still life, but his landscapes are definitely worth seeing. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 09:36:44 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/462144/chuck-rosenthals-landscapes.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/462075/patio-furniture-on-clearance.htm Nearly everybody today has a terrace of some sort. We all love the look of the new patio furniture the makers offer. The only problem that we may have with it's the cost. Terrace furniture can be just as costly as regular furniture. The most effective way to buy terrace furniture is through a patio furniture clearance sale. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 05:44:38 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/462075/patio-furniture-on-clearance.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/460918/process-behind-pouring-cement.htm In order to get the best possible results when doing cement work, you should have the right concrete tools. Those who have done concrete work using the wrong tools know how hard it is to do that kind of a cement job. Sat, 17 Oct 2009 20:29:18 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/460918/process-behind-pouring-cement.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/459856/planning-planting-the-landscape-do-installments.htm In order to plan your landscape accurately, you should have a drawing board, ruler, tape measure, paper, and patience. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:01:43 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/459856/planning-planting-the-landscape-do-installments.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/459481/ideas-for-a-landscape-miami-project.htm There are many ideas that you can implement in your future landscape Miami job. It all depends on the purpose of the lawn, and the funds you have available to spend. However, these are some ideas that you may consider before deciding on your next lawn. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:12:39 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/459481/ideas-for-a-landscape-miami-project.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/459122/what-to-expect-from-a-post-cap-and-finial.htm When you venture into the world of post caps and finials it's very easy to get confused as to which one is which. One reason for this is finials are often pictured or displayed on top of the cap and it's easy to think they come as one piece but they don't. They also have different functions. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 15:08:28 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/459122/what-to-expect-from-a-post-cap-and-finial.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/458548/landscape-lighting-how-it-can-change-your-landscape.htm Improving your landscaping around your home is a great thing, but it does not refer to just the lawn. Other aspects of landscaping include fountains, statues, trees, gardens, patios, decks, and flowerbeds. Direct work on those parts can make an impact, but you can refine the look with some landscape lighting. Improving the appearance of your house and landscape with... Tue, 13 Oct 2009 13:09:10 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/458548/landscape-lighting-how-it-can-change-your-landscape.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/457084/tips-to-make-your-patio-work-for-you-all-year.htm One of the most popular social areas of a home is the patio, but many find that they only use it during the warm months. For many people, they only get a few months a year to enjoy the warmth of the sun on their home patio. But you can actually enjoy your gathering and the company of your guests when you make use of the patio during the slightly colder months. Sat, 10 Oct 2009 17:25:40 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/457084/tips-to-make-your-patio-work-for-you-all-year.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/456851/patience-the-key-component-in-landscape-planning.htm Landscaping your grounds will provide a beautiful setting for your home. It will enhance your family's way of life and increase the value of your property. This, however, will be true only if you plan carefully, exercise patience, become reconciled to calloused hands, and suppress the urge to buy or accept plants, shrubs, and trees that are not suited to your property. Sat, 10 Oct 2009 10:10:49 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/456851/patience-the-key-component-in-landscape-planning.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/456046/heres-how-to-purchase-outdoor-carpets-online-with-confidence.htm Buying outdoor carpet from an online store should not be something that you feel unsafe about. While going to a brick and mortar store you will be better able to have a look at the product, online stores allow for some great potential cost savings, and if you stick to the following points, the purchase will be just as safe as in a normal store. Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:14:08 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/456046/heres-how-to-purchase-outdoor-carpets-online-with-confidence.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/454836/how-to-make-this-year-a-topnotch-garden-with-bright-flowers.htm If you're a Northwesterner or a Northern Californian, put those dreaded memories of spring flood conditions behind you. Determine now to make this the year for a topnotch garden with bright flowers, finer shrubs and greener lawns. Tue, 06 Oct 2009 16:13:28 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/454836/how-to-make-this-year-a-topnotch-garden-with-bright-flowers.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/454227/the-secrets-of-planting-shrubs-and-trees.htm Most of the planting is done in the spring, between the time the frost leaves the ground and the time the leaf buds break on deciduous trees and shrubs. You may plant evergreens a week later as they do not usually start new growth as early as deciduous plants. In the fall, plant evergreens, herbaceous perennials and bulbs before the middle of September. Plant deciduous trees... Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:55:18 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/454227/the-secrets-of-planting-shrubs-and-trees.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/453372/dividing-the-space-by-proper-landscape-planning.htm The average homeowner today buys his house from a building contractor. The house is already placed on a rectangular lot and the contractor usually does the rough grading of the lot and perhaps sods the front. Sat, 03 Oct 2009 21:58:02 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/453372/dividing-the-space-by-proper-landscape-planning.htm http://www.artipot.com/articles/453205/starting-garden-hunt-and-saving-landscape-volunteers.htm There is still time to hunt around your garden, salvage the stray seedlings of hardy flowers and line them out in cold frames. I particularly look for those of Cardinal-flowers, the giant lobelia, for they seem to prefer to seed in my paths rather than the beds where I want them to grow. You may want to look for seedlings of delphiniums, gaillardia, coreopsis, or any other... Sat, 03 Oct 2009 17:25:17 +0000 http://www.artipot.com/articles/453205/starting-garden-hunt-and-saving-landscape-volunteers.htm