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Wednesday, January 27, 2016

Use Wire Border Edging in Your Garden this Season

When designing your garden or yard, you may be considering having a border along the edge of your yard or garden to separate it from areas of your yard. You also may want the border to stand out so that it adds some sort of decoration to the area where you want to place it. If you want something that is simple and practical, then you should consider a wire border edging.

Wire border edging has been around for quite some time. It has been used for fencing on farms and ranches. You may have seen it while driving through the countryside. It is easy to install and is very affordable. Compared to other types of fencing and border edging, it is one of the most economical types of border edging on the market.

You can use this type of border edging in a variety of ways. It can be used to separate property lines. Use it as a type of fencing around your property to keep animals and people away from your property. Use it in the garden to separate rows of flowers, vegetables, melons, or berries. You can even use it for decorative edging around a flower bed. It is also great for lining the edges of sidewalks or other walkways.

Border edging is generally three or four feet tall, so it is much taller than other types of border edging. This is why it is ideal to use as fencing. It creates a boundary while still acting as a form of edging. Use it in your front yard, back yard, garden, on large parcels of land, etc. So, while it is normally used for fencing, you can use it in a variety of ways.

Many people like to use this type of edging rather than plastic edging, other types of metal edging, or wooden boards. It is versatile. Therefore, you are not limited to the ways that you can use it. It will not rot or decompose. It is made of galvanized wire, so even though it is thinner than chain link or other types of metal fencing it is still very durable. It is usually sold in large quantities so that means that you are not paying a large price for a small amount of material. So, consider this type of garden edging for all of your border edging needs.

Wednesday, January 20, 2016

Small Fencing for Gardens

Reasons for Garden Fencing

Gardens are targets for many pests who love to munch on flowers and vegetables at nearly any stage of growth. Protecting your garden from pests is a major reason to install garden fencing. When you take the time to plant seeds or bulbs and there are no seedlings or sprouts, you can be sure a garden pest has made a feast of your hard work. If by chance seedlings and sprouts do grow to near harvest or bloom, a garden fence will keep them well protected.

Different Types of Fences for Different Uses

There is a wide variety of garden fences with many uses. These are available in several convenient sizes and heights. The most durable and long lasting garden fences are made of wrought iron or iron and add to property value while providing useful, protective fencing.

Garden Fencing

There are several tips for choosing small fencing for gardens. These are decorative and give a finished look to gardens and around the borders of plantings. Choose small fencing for gardens that need to be separated from areas where there is heavy foot traffic. Small fencing is quite economical and defines the perimeters of garden areas on any size residential or commercial property. Business owners love small fencing to protect the design of their small garden areas. Homeowners can purchase three-foot high garden fencing as an accent to low growing evergreens or to contain spreading plants like Irish moss or English Ivy that need a bit of restraint.

Which Garden Fencing is Best?

Wrought iron and iron fencing has been a favorite for business and residential properties for centuries. This type of fencing is preferred for its low maintenance and durability as much as for its decorative styles and finishings. Choose either black or brown wrought iron garden fencing that coordinates with the style of the structure. The beauty of small fencing is how quickly and easily it is installed. The interlocking garden fencing makes installation simple. Determine the specific size and length of the fencing that will be needed. Then, shop for garden fencing at your convenience.

Thursday, January 14, 2016

Metal Plant Pot Holders For Container Gardening

Container gardening is a popular way to grow plants and vegetables if you are short on space. You can choose your planting spot on your balcony, rooftop or front porch. The first step is to choose from a list of plants that grow well in your region. Visit your local agriculture department’s website to find this information.

Soil and Water

The condition of your plant’s soil determines its health. Purchase the type of soil that is suggested by the seed manufacturer on the label. It is important that your plant holders have holes in the bottom for good drainage. You can even add a few rocks or gravel to encourage drainage. Make sure you give your plants the right amount of water each day. Overwatering is one of the main causes of failure in container gardening. The soil should feel slightly moist and not dry.

Sunlight 

Plants need a combination of sunlight, good soil, and water for good health. Make sure your plants get at least six to seven hours of sunlight each day. The best part about container gardening is the fact that you can move your plants in and out of the sun as recommended by the type of plant.

Plant Food

You can buy plant fertilizers at your local nursery. Ask for advice about the different types of fertilizers that work best with the types of plants you grow. Compost is the best organic material that you can feed your plants. Start a compost pile with dried leaves, branches or wood chips. Add coffee filters, shredded newspaper or cotton rags. You can also add fruit and vegetable scraps with water to start the composting process. Use a shovel or rake to turn the pile every few days.

Containers

Metal plant pot holders are a great way to keep your plants in the sun for the required six to eight hours that most plants need. Black wrought iron metal will look great holding flowers, vegetables or seasonings. If you plan to keep your potholders outdoors during all four seasons, be sure to coat the metal with products that resist rust and corrosion.

Tuesday, January 5, 2016

Black Wrought Iron Lanterns, Chandeliers, and More

Lighting products can do a lot for a yard. They can be used as decorative components that enhance visual appeal, for one. They can also be highly functional. Although lighting products can indeed be beautiful and enticing, the light they offer can be truly convenient to people. Some people keep decorative lighting products on their lawns or in their yards for normal day-to-day life. Other people reserve their use for special occasions such as parties and wedding festivities. The potential applications for lighting products outdoors are diverse. 

A couple examples of the many types of lighting products that are commonly seen in yards and on lawns include lamps and wrought iron candle chandeliers. Some people opt to purchase accessories for these types of products or for products similar to them, as well. Examples of accessories are both candle sticks and candle holders.

Black wrought iron lanterns are often seen in yards as decorative lighting products. These types of lanterns can often introduce senses of romance and mystery to properties. If a homeowner is looking to give her backyard an intimate and classic feel when decorating it for an upcoming outdoor party, this kind of lantern may make a fantastic choice. Many people like to use lanterns to decorate for patio parties.

People should pay careful attention to lantern coloration before making any purchases. Although lanterns are often available in classic and subtle options such as black, they're also frequently available in brighter and more vivid colors. These colors may include turquoise, white, red, pink, green, yellow and gray. Some lanterns that are available even come in attractive clear coated options, as well. The possibilities in colors are plentiful.

Size is an important factor for people who are thinking about buying lanterns or chandeliers for outdoor events and gatherings, as well. If an individual is thinking about buying a lantern for an outdoor gathering, she should assess size details beforehand. It's crucial for people to know the widths of lanterns in inches. It's also crucial for them to know their heights in inches. Otherwise, they could end up buying lanterns that are either too small or too big for their yards.


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