What Type of Color is Green? Green is one of those colors that can be both trendy and traditional. An earthy hue that evokes images of lush grass and fresh air, green is a color that easily brings the outdoors in. When it comes to feng shui, green belongs to the wood element and is a calming, balancing color that is all about fresh, new beginnings and renewal. It can be both warm and cool, depending on the shade, but often lands more on the cooler spectrum....

We take it for granted that our houses are divided into rooms, but the concept of having similar outdoor living spaces can offer equal enjoyment. The biggest obstacle standing in most people’s way is that it just doesn’t occur to them to divide up a yard so as to maximize their enjoyment of it. Not consciously, at least. Yet the more conscious we become of outdoor living spaces, the more we can tailor them to suit our needs....

But painting is more difficult than it looks. So, it is with great pleasure that many DIY painters decide that it is now time to hire a painting contractor to take on the job. They may have arrived at this decision after years of tackling their own painting jobs. Or they may simply want the painting job done quickly and professionally. What a Painting Contractor Is A painting contractor can work independently or as a sub-contractor under a general contractor, Usually, the painting contractor is a relatively small operation, ranging from the one-person sole proprietor up to 20 or 30 painters working for a small company....

Blueprints But for owners of older homes who are seeking to preserve or restore them in a historically accurate way, blueprints are an indispensable resource for remodeling and restoration work. It’s every home renovator’s dream: You lift a floorboard in the attic or open a musty old trunk, and voila—there are the original blueprints with dimensions, specs, and elevation drawings, showing where every window and door was meant to be originally....

Light During the early spring, move to a very bright, sunny position. Many people even move them outdoors to patios throughout the summer months to enjoy their blooms. In the winter, a cool, somewhat dimmer room is perfect. Water Begin in the spring, start watering regularly and keep it coming throughout the bloom. In the winter, after the flower heads have died back and the weather is cool, move the plant indoors and almost totally suspend water while the plant is resting....

Light Soil This plant prefers a fast-draining, well-aerated potting soil. An organic, loose soil that contains a good amount of peat moss is ideal. If your soil mixture is too heavy, you can lighten it with some sand or perlite. Water Temperature and Humidity Fertilizer Symptoms of Poisoning in Animals Oral irritationPain and swelling of mouth, tongue, and lipsExcessive droolingVomitingDifficulty swallowing Common Pests/Diseases

Light Grow flax lily in full shade if you live in a region with very hot, dry summers and in partial shade if you landscape in an area with milder summers. Soil The main requirement for the soil of flax lily is that it should be well-draining. Though it prefers sandy or loamy soil, it is hardy enough to handle even poor soil with ease. Water Flax lily tolerates drought well once it is mature....

A ground cover A potted plant for use on porches and patios In cottage gardens In woodland gardens In rock gardens However, since it does spread on its own, care should be taken to prevent self-seeding in areas where you want a carefully controlled garden. To accomplish this, deadhead spent blooms and any seed heads that form to stop unwanted spread. Light At the southern end of its range, give forget-me-not afternoon shade....

Do note that all parts of foxtail fern may be toxic to both humans and pets, including the flowers and the berries. When kept in pots, foxtail fern makes a wonderful houseplant and can easily be brought indoors for the winter in colder climates. Light Foxtail fern prefers soft light and likes to be planted in areas with filtered shade. A little morning sun is fine, just be sure your plant receives protection in the bright, hot afternoon....

A welcome benefit to growing fuchsia is their attraction to hummingbirds; install a hanging basket filled with fuchsia and keep watch for hummingbirds to arrive. Though slightly fussy about moisture and temperature, fuchsias are still considered an easy plant to grow in container gardens. Most will thrive in part shade to full shade. They don’t like to be too hot, and they especially hate dry heat. With the right watering regimen and humidity levels, these plants become fairly easy to care for....

Japanese maples are some of the most dazzling trees for bonsai and are widely popular thanks to their brilliantly colored fall foliage and ease of care. These compact trees offer a moderate growth habit that slows with age. The broadly spreading crown features layered branching with the signature palm-shaped leaves. Unlike some other bonsai specimens, Japanese maple bonsai are great for beginners and do not require as much care and skill to keep happy....

Once your Kentia palm is established, it will require very little care. Plan to water during dry spells, fertilize seasonally, and prune just the dead (or diseased) fronds. Also, try to avoid replanting your palm or digging around it unless absolutely necessary to prevent root damage. Light Getting the light just right is important to growing Kentia palms successfully. Too little light can limit frond growth, and the palm probably won’t produce flowers....

Like all sycamores, the London plane has bark that peels away in irregular patches to show creamy whitish-green inner bark. Its green leaves are around 4 to 9 inches wide with three to five lobes, and its fall foliage is a rather plain yellow-brown. Small flowers appear in clusters in the early spring, gradually ripening into fruit balls that turn brown in the fall. The tree readily grows in spots that have moist soil and plenty of sunlight....

Marsh mallow plants grow four to five feet tall and can put on quite a dramatic show in the garden while in bloom. Their tall elegant spikes are covered with almost white to blush or light pink flowers from July to September. They’re also loved by pollinators. Brown seed pods begin to form in late September, releasing tiny black seeds when mature. Depending on your climate, they can be planted from seed in the fall or spring....

There are over 200 different Erigeron species, and several of them have fleabane as part of their common name. Perhaps the most widely available and well known of these species is Erigeron karvinskianus—also known as Mexican fleabane. This is a pretty little perennial flower that closely resembles a traditional Daisy. Part of Mexican fleabanes’ appeal is that they are easy to grow, versatile, and the abundant little flowers appear through the spring, summer, and even into the fall....