Articles by Ellen Bell
Fall Garden Wedding Ideas -
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Ellen Bell
Most outdoor weddings usually occur in the spring or summer. These are the seasons we traditionally associate with a garden wedding. However, fall is a spectacular time of year for an outdoor event. Not only is the weather cool and dry, and rain infrequent, but...
How to Rescreen a Sliding Screen Door -
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Ellen Bell
If you have a sliding patio door in your home, you know that the screened portion of the door will become worn and damaged over time. With years of use, metal screens will get dents and creases, fiberglass screens can easily become pulled out of...
Top 5 Composting Toilet Myths Dispelled -
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Ellen Bell
There are a lot of misconceptions about composting toilets. In spite of the fact that they are economical to own and operate, and very clean and sanitary, there are still many misunderstandings about what a composting toilet is and why someone would be prompted to...
Fall Yard Cleanup -
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Ellen Bell
With fall fast approaching, it's that time of year when we begin cleaning up our yards and preparing for the upcoming winter. To make fall cleanup work as fast and easy as possible, it can be helpful to break the work down into the different...
Pergola Designs - How to Choose the Right Style for Your Garden -
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Ellen Bell
Pergolas are a fantastic addition to any garden or landscape because they draw the eye upward and add visual interest. Pergolas also provide an excellent support structure for climbing plants, and when paired with a flowering vine, they allow your garden to literally climb to...
How to Prepare for a Hurricane -
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Ellen Bell
When natural disasters strike, there is usually little to no warning. However, in the case of hurricanes, we are fortunate with today's technology to be able to predict when and where they will hit, as well as a host of other important factors like wind...
Is a Composting Toilet Right for You? - 5 Important Questions to Ask Yourself -
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Ellen Bell
Composting toilets are an alternative type of toilet that converts human waste into organic matter, or compost, that can be added back to your garden soil. While it's true that modern composting toilets are clean and odorless and relatively easy to install, they aren't necessarily...
Homemade Christmas Gifts Straight from the Garden -
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Ellen Bell
During the long, hot days of summer, the last thing we think about is Christmas shopping. After all, that's a task we usually relegate to the month of December, right? But the truth is, the job of shopping for Christmas gifts is something many people...
Preparing for a Hurricane - 4 Tips That Save Lives -
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Ellen Bell
During hurricane season, which in the United States stretches from June through November, homes in coastal communities all along the Southeast try to prepare for the threat of these terrible storms. The first concern of any homeowner is how to prepare your home for the...
Septic System Alternatives That Save Money -
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Ellen Bell
For anyone who has recently installed a new septic system or is thinking about putting one in, you probably already know that the cost can be prohibitively expensive. Especially during these tough economic times when everyone is trying to save money, it can be difficult...
Composting Toilets - A Buyer's Guide -
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Ellen Bell
Composting toilets can be a complex product to shop for, because there are so many different styles and types to choose from. If you don't know much about composting toilet systems or how they work, the process of shopping for one can be downright daunting. ...
Landscaping Designs with You in Mind -
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Ellen Bell
If you're planning out your own landscape design, you've probably already figured out that it's not as easy as it might seem! Landscape design is a pretty complicated subject, one reason why landscape architects have degrees in the subject. There are many things to consider,...
Growing Your Own Herbs -
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Ellen Bell
If you enjoy cooking or gardening, or perhaps both, you should consider growing your own herbs at home. There are literally hundreds of herbs that you can grow yourself. Not only do fresh herbs make a wonderful addition to a kitchen garden, but they can...
Growing Your Best Watermelons -
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Ellen Bell
In the long, hot days of July and August, there is nothing quite as refreshing as a cool slice of watermelon. It is a summertime treat enjoyed by young and old alike. Watermelons are an ancient fruit whose culture is believed to date back to...
