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How to Build a Koi Pond Cheap (Step by Step Guide)

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A Fish Pond in the Garden?

The gentle sound of lapping water is very soothing and relaxing. More so when there are fish to observe as they swim about in their underwater world. Many people who keep fish find them mesmerizing to watch, especially backyard koi.

With these thoughts in mind, imagine sitting next to an attractive fish pond in your own backyard. What a great way to relax after a long hard day! Listen to the bubbling water and immerse yourself in the captivating realm of your fish. This article will explain how to do that and will cover you how to build a koi pond cheap.

Fishponds can be incredibly aesthetically pleasing if cared for, and can blend into the natural flow of a garden area to make a super-dynamic atmosphere.

There are many reasons why people like to have this unusual feature. It could be about creating a little oasis. Or adding beauty to the environment where you live. Perhaps you’re extending a hobby of keeping fish in a tank. Whatever motivates you, there is no doubt that having a fish pond in your yard is uniquely gratifying, a zen experience, and frequently quite entertaining.

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Greenhouse Capillary Mat DIY Guide

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How do you make water flow uphill without a pump? Magic?

Nope, capillary action. That’s how!

A capillary mat is an absorbent mat that sits underneath greenhouse plants and allows for a super-convenient watering system. The capillary mat acts as a wick, pulling water from a reservoir as needed, creating a self-watering system. Sometimes mats are used in conjunction with rims or a border to ensure liquid stays inside, and sometimes they are combined with irrigation systems. Now that DIY projects are becoming popular, many greenhouses and conservationists have developed new methods for people to create capillary mats from the comfort of their own homes!

This article is a greenhouse capillary mat DIY guide, and discusses how to make these mats. It also looks at some options for purchasing ready-made setups.

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The Swedish Fire Log! Find out How to Make, or Buy a Pre-made!

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If you’ve never experienced the warmth of a Swedish Fire Log, don’t be too hard on yourself. Even though they are not exclusive to Sweden (they’re also known as a Canadian Candle, one log fire, etc.), they’re still a fairly new idea in the whole fire-starting niche. You will, though, wish you had spent time near one of them earlier – but you’re about to get in on the secret! This guide will cover How to Make a Swedish Fire Log, and also links to a couple of pre-made options.

The name refers to its origins with the Swedish Army. If you’re thinking that the Swedes are darned good at getting a campfire going with minimum effort – you’d be right. It utilizes one log that can be prepared without a whole lot of effort. When you’re done, you have the makings of a campfire that will burn steadily, support a piece of cookware, and also stay lit on wet or snowy ground. 

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Patio Furniture Deals – Outfit your Patio and Garden for Less!

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As patio furniture is a seasonal item, there are huge variations in pricing throughout the year. If you want to stretch your dollar as far as you can to get the best patio furniture you can for your price point, you’ll want to keep deals in mind. This article is focused on bringing you the best patio furniture deals you around, and we will do our best to keep this page constantly updated with fantastic patio furniture sales and bargains throughout the year.

In general, the best time to buy patio furniture online is off-season, while it’s best to purchase at the end of the season in stores. You’ll be able to grab some absolute steals by taking this strategy, but of course, your selection may be somewhat limited. 

We’ve hunted down a whole bunch of fantastic deals, steals, and sales on patio furniture and decor. We present these to you, as well as some classic high quality, bargain-priced furniture, below.

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Greenhouse Orientation, Location, and Position Guide

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Greenhouse Orientation and Location Tips

If you’re an avid gardener or someone who wants to try their hand at horticulture, you more than likely know the importance of good growing conditions. You want to make the most of the land you have to work with and keep your plants going for as much of the season as possible. Some plants need more sunlight than others while some enjoy heavy humidity. Many plants also need to be brought in for the winter, which can create a mess if you don’t have a lot of places to store them. The solution to all of this is a greenhouse.

Greenhouses are the perfect place to keep your plants safe from the weather and animals. But where to put the greenhouse? This article will cover greenhouse location, orientation, and positioning tips so you can get the most out of your greenhouse. [Read more…] about Greenhouse Orientation, Location, and Position Guide