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How and When to Landscape??
Asked by M.. from Youngstown
on March 18, 2011
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Hi Moms, we moved into our home in September of last year. The landscaping out front was nonexistent. Since it was so late in the year we decided to hold off on doi...
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- Since you have lots of shade, impatiens would be a good choice of annual flowers for you to use to fill in until your other plants/shrubs, etc get more established. T...
- If your neighbors have beautiful yards... ask them what they have planted! I love to garden and my all-time favorite catalogue is White Flower Farm. I like them b/...
- Hi, Dwarf Boxwood (bush) Barberry -- nature's barbwire or they have thornes so be careful if you have kids or pets (bush) Daylillies --tons of color choices Hosta...
In Need of Landscape Help - Plano
Asked by J.R. from Dallas
on February 11, 2008
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We have two large willow trees that are causing some serious damage to our foundation. We would like to get them removed and are looking for a reputable tree re...
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- My husband owns a small landscape company in Allen. Sportsmen Landscaping. We have been in business for 7yrs. He can give references if need be. you can email@ ____@...
- Hi, My boyfriend owns a Tree Service, they specialize in all of these things. He ususally gives cheaper quotes then anyone around town, so if your interested here is...
- CGreen landscape and irrigation. ###-###-#### I attent church with the owner and he is a honest hardworking man.
Needing Anniversary Gift Idea
Asked by A.C. from San Francisco
on April 7, 2008
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My 7th wedding anniversary is coming up at the end of the week and I am looking for a gift idea for my husband. Something simple and under $20. My husband is always th...
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- Since he loves horticulture and architecture, why not plan a picnic lunch at Filoli in Palo Alto? I don't know if you've ever been there but it is a beautiful old home...
- ...how about a simple home made stepping stone for the garden?
- Hi A., Whenever I need a quick and thoughtful gift I make a homemade card or special photo collage. It's easy to do and since you have so many special memories you...
Working on a Decorating Comprmise with My Husband....
Asked by M.B. from Springfield
on September 5, 2010
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Hi Everyone,
My husband and I are working on a compromise and I need your help! We are almost to the point of decorating our new addition which will be a family room...
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- Perhaps you could work in some antler light fixtures. There are many places that make these from seasonally shed antlers (animals are not harmed) and he can have a lo...
- Try www.allposters.com. On the site, you can pick from several prints and different mattes and frames. I've also used their feature on the site which allows you to f...
- www.posters.com has posters, framed prints, and canvas prints. I've gotten a few things from them and have been happy with the quality. If it is truly meant to be h...
End of Year Gifts
Asked by A.J. from Raleigh
on June 7, 2008
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I am a teacher, needing to give my fabulous parents a little something, that have helped me out numerous times over the year. Any ideas that can be done quick and not...
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- I treasure pictures of my child with his teacher! I try to get one cute one per year. So, other parents would probably appreciate a pic too? Maybe in a cute persona...
- What we do: Terra cotta pot. Spray it with clay pot sealer (so it can be indors or out). I paint grass blades on it, and some tall stems. I then have my kids dip a fin...
- For the parents you could go to the local favorite restaurant and get a dinner for two gift card. What parent doesn't need a date night. This is significant because it...
Decorating Question Again but More Specific-a Little
Asked by V.M. from Erie
on September 5, 2010
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We have no picture on the walls, I've checked out a few sites to see what type of art i like. So i'm working on that and once i get that i'll need to compromise w...
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- We just recently began decorating with artwork throughout the house. Our dining room is painted a dark red. Two years ago for my husbands birthday, I bought a rather...
- For me art is very personal. Pictures need to tell a story otherwise they won't find their way onto my walls. If you want a landscape why not try finding a picture dep...
- Any artwork that pleases you and your family is what you should put up. That said, I have a lovely still life of a fruit bowl in my "dining room", which I love to...
Landerscaper Needed
Asked by T.H. from Chicago
on March 21, 2008
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Looking for a landscaper in Downers Grove. Need to update front and back yard and have no idea where to start.
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- T., I live in Downers Grove and I use a Mexican guy who works for Hinsdale Nursery. I do not go through Hinsdale Nursery, so I pay much less. If you're interested I ...
- Hello! I am a Landscape Designer and have a small woman-run company. I can build a design for you, then either show you how to do it yourself or refer you to some f...
- Hi T., My husband and I have our own landscape company, we would be happy to give you some ideas,etc. We are able to be reached at ###-###-####. Our company is O...
Pool Company Recommendations?
Asked by L.W. from Houston
on February 24, 2008
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We're interested in having a pool put in our backyard, but we're very new to the area, so we have no idea which pool companies to call. We live in Sugar Land, and we'...
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- Call Dennis Clack of Casey"s Pools & Spas located in Katy. They installed our pool 9 years ago. They still respond if I have questions or problems and will come chec...
- I highly recommend you talk with Diane Lara TEXAS TILE AND COPING. (713-461-TILE) We interviewed several pool companies....Diane is better than the rest hands down! S...
- We used a company in Katy, Brown & Company. They were reasonable priced, excellent service, pretty fast considering the weather we have had, and just pretty easy to d...
How Do I Chose Between Two kids....very Worn Down
Asked by M.M. from Chicago
on February 2, 2011
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In a nut shell: I have 2 boys 13 and 4y/o. My 13 y/o has been difficult since day 1, never played alone, and always needed to be encouraged, always bucked when the goi...
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- Sorry, but my only "thought" is "are you kidding me"?? First, I don't "choose" between my 5 children. I love them all more than life itself, and it would just never oc...
- First off, your post made me cry. I feel for both of your children. They will never be good enough for you and that is just sad. Second, how do you not have enough ...
- ok to put this bluntly . Some kids are just average. That's me I was average in every way and even failed at some things. The only thing I am good at is singing and...
Problems with Hill!
Asked by K.G. from Pocatello
on June 15, 2009
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Hi Moms! I'm hoping maybe someone has had experience with this and can help us! A couple years ago my parents had a house built and they are at the top of a large hill...
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- Call your local botanical gardens-well, theirs, since it's their area. Either them or the zoo has a landscaping "fair" each year full of ideas for landscaping w/the mo...
- My parents house is also on a hill that keeps dissolving. Their backyard has gone from about 10 feet to about 5 in the last 10 years which may not seem like much but i...
- This sounds like a contractor problem plus a landscaping problem. I'd go back to the original home builder and discuss the problem. Sounds to me that a basic home de...
