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A beautiful garden is a work of heart By : Darren Slaughter There is immense satisfaction in creating your own garden plan -- the satisfaction derived from relaxing or entertaining in the garden as well as the satisfaction that comes from a job well done. How to Choose a Tree By : Azlan Planting trees is an easy and effective way to beautify your property. Trees can provide shade during summertime and protect you from harsh, chilly winds in the winter. Aside from these, they can enhance privacy all while increasing real estate values at the same time. Because there is so much variation in size, shape, growth habits and care requirements, the type of tree you choose for your landscape will have repercussions for years to come. Preparing The Garden For Winter By : Gwen Nyhus Stewart This article outlines the practical steps to putting the outdoor garden to rest for the winter. Jumpstart The Spring Garden - Gardening Tips For March & April By : John Conti Get your garden ready for spring! Basic Gardening Tips for Beginners By : Mary Hanna This is an excellent place for basic gardening tips for beginners. This will show you how to prepare your gardens and what is needed to maintain it. Artificial Flowers versus Fresh Flowers By : Anand Raj There are several pros and cons between artificial flowers and fresh flowers. The first thing is with artificial flowers there is very little to clean, no fluids to get spilt, no soil to prune, just set it down and go about your business. Essential Tools For The Gardener By : Tim Birch There's an appropriate tool for every garden project. Using the right tool will make your job much easier. When shopping for garden tools make sure they're comfortable. Tools which are too... Winter Gardening By : Tim Birch By December, most gardeners have raked all their leaves, finished planting their spring bulbs and are preparing to patiently wait until spring to visit the garden again. If, however, you don't mind the snow or freezing temperatures you don't need to put all those tools away just yet. Winter can be