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Tag Archives: Central Austin

Gardening on a Budget

How do you create the garden of your dreams on  a shoestring budget? Well the first ingredient is patience because clearly you are going to have to prioritize and pace yourself, but I think  I have some suggestions that may help you get started. First you need to make a plan, either by hiring someone …

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Seed or Sod

Well to begin with you have to decide what you already have in your yard and what you are trying to accomplish by having sod in the first place.  Personally, I think lawns should be illegal as they are huge water wasters and one of the leading causes of over fertilizing and chemical use, but …

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Aloe Vera

Aloe is a great landscape plant that is not only attractive but functional. The Aloe Vera family has over 300 species and has recorded uses that date back over 3500 years. While it is believed to be a native of South Africa, it has been highly valued for its medicinal properties and mentioned in the writings …

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Garden Safety

Lets start with what is necessary. Hats, gloves, protective clothing, good shoes, sun block and lots of water to drink. You should always have fun in your garden but you should always be thinking about safety as well. Buy quality tools, you will always get your moneys worth!! There are a huge list of ergonomic …

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