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All Weather Cushions
Accent your patio with these colorful Koko floor pillows. Made from polypropylene, they are resistant to color fading and completely weatherproof. The use of acrylic fibers in addition to natural fibers has opened the door to a variety of palettes and textures that are soft to the touch, stain-resistant, color-fast and resistant to precipitation. Outdoor throw pillows and floor pillows will compliment your outdoor furniture and create a relaxing area to enjoy a summer evening.
http://www.homeinfatuation.com
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Easy Gardening
Planting herbs or wildflowers has never been easier! Tear out a matchstick, plant it tip first in soil and you will soon have a flower or herb garden growing. So easy, even someone with a brown thumb can do it!
http://www.matchstickgarden.com
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For the Birds
Woven sea grass and a pine roof combine to create the ultimate snug, environmentally-friendly birdhouse. The backboard allows you to mount it on the wall.
http://www.smithandhawken.com
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Ladybugs for Pest Control
If your garden is troubled by insect pests you may want to invest in a swarm of these bright red carnivores to take care of the problem. According to Kim Haworth of planetnatural.com, “bad bugs” are vegetarians. They eat the roots and leaves and suck vital nutrients out of the plants. “Good bugs,” on the other hand, like to make a meal out of the bad bugs who are eating your plants.
Tips for Introducing Ladybugs into the Garden
•When you receive the ladybugs, give them a drink by misting water onto the net bag they arrive in. You can store them in the refrigerator to keep them cool until you are ready to release them.
•Water your garden well before you let the ladybugs loose. They will be very thirsty and if your garden is dry they’ll fly off in search of water instead of staying to eat.
•It’s best to release them in the late afternoon so you avoid the prime dining hours of most hungry birds. Divide the ladybugs among the problem areas, and release them near the infested plants.
Lady bugs and other beneficial insects can be purchased online at www.planetnatural.com. The site is a great resource for environmentally-friendly garden products, plus articles and tips on organic gardening.
http://www.planetnatural.com
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Make your own Seedling Pots
Make your own seed starter pots out of strips of newspaper. Plant the entire pot in the ground after the seed has sprouted.
http://www.burpee.com
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No more Mosquitoes
Protect yourself from pesky mosquitoes and add a soft glow to your patio with Thermacell's mosquito repellent lantern. Thermacell creates an oderless cell of protection that is 98% effective and operates on a single butane cartridge.
http://www.thermacell.com
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Outdoor Oasis
All the comforts of home without the walls. Create your own Outdoor GreatRoom - fully coordinated packages of upscale fireplaces, grill islands, and high-end weatherproof furniture, all beautifully framed by a selection of pergolas. Several styles are available.
http://www.firestonehp.com
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Rain Chains
Rain Chains are a beautiful and functional alternative to traditional closed metal or plastic downspouts. They break the fall of the water, guiding it visibly downward to the ground, into a basin or even a rain barrel for storage.
http://www.rainchains.com
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