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| Maureen Gilmer adds mulch and garden art to the landscape. |
From "Weekend Gardening"
episode WKG-403 |
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After 12 hours, the entryway to the property is looking very different: plants with a variety of textures and colors dot the landscape (figure A) and a drip irrigation system is in place to keep them thriving (figure B).
Time spent so far: 12 hours.- Mulch is a crucial factor in keeping the new bed growing. Mulch doesn't just make a garden look good; it also blocks weeds, shades the plants and prevents soil moisture evaporation.
- Maureen applies 2" to 3" of a good organic mulch that won't decay quickly (figure C).
- A tall metal giraffe stands watch over the new landscape. He adds fun and whimsy to the environment, and because he's metal, he'll be happy in any weather (figure D).
Time spent: 2 hours.Total time: 14 hours.
RESOURCES :
Ace Hardware Supplies
To locate the nearest Ace Hardware to your home, click here.
Ace Hardware
2200 Kensington Ct.
Oak Brook, IL 60523-2100
Toll-free: 866-290-5334
Website: www.acehardware.com
Plants from Monrovia Horticultural Craftsmen
Monrovia Horticultural Craftsmen
Website: www.monrovia.com
DeWalt power tools
DeWalt
Website: www.dewalt.com/us/core/
Landscaping Services by D&J Landscaping
D & J Landscaping
E-mail: DJLandscaping@sbcglobal.net
Plants from Hines Horticulture
Website: www.hineshort.com
Soil Amendments
Soil amendments
Whitney Farms
Website: www.whitneyfarms.com
Metal giraffe
La Placita
310-350-7161
Contact: Sal Perez
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