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RE: Making fountains and ponds fun for everyone
MAKING FOUNTAINS AND PONDS FUN FOR EVERYONE Mixing lotus with anything else is a real gamble, I agree. I once tried to create a layered effect with pickerel rush and dwarf papyrus - looked fantastic for a while, but the...
RE: Choosing between energy efficiency or water savings for green building points?
CHOOSING BETWEEN ENERGY EFFICIENCY OR WATER SAVINGS FOR GREEN BUILDING POINTS? That’s a really thoughtful approach. I’ve noticed the same thing - energy costs get all the attention, but water’s creeping up as a concern,...
RE: Why does my browser keep forgetting stuff?
I’ve run into the same thing - browser tabs disappearing or passwords not saving, and it’s maddening. I keep a little notebook in the kitchen drawer for stuff like appliance serial numbers or paint colors. There’s someth...
RE: Switching to energy-saving bulbs: how many of your lights are actually LEDs?
TITLE: Switching To Energy-Saving Bulbs: How Many Of Your Lights Are Actually LEDs? I know exactly what you mean about the early LEDs - some of those first ones I tried were so harsh, I felt like I was living in a denti...
RE: Building On Level Ground: Step-By-Step Tips For Making The Most Of A Flat Lot
That’s true, though I’ve found French drains can be a bit of a gamble if you don’t keep up with maintenance. Roots and debris sneak in over time. I’m curious - has anyone tried integrating rain gardens or bioswales on a ...