Backflow preventors are a vital part of the irrigation system. It's safeguards against contaminated water, whether pesticides or any other dirt and grime backing up into your main water supply. Courtesy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOPUaMQezUw This video explains how to build a backflow prevention port into your existing irrigation system. It's an excellent example whether your pipe lines are pvc or poly. All fittings to transition from brass to the various types of pipe

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When I shop around, I can purchase the exact same thing at half the price, but nothing more frustrating then thinking I got a good deal and soon after the parts break! Grrrr I’ve learned the unequivocal difference of money well spent on a quality product as opposed to buying cheap. We've all experienced it. It’s like buying that beautiful $16 set of solar lights that come 24 to a pack. The competition was selling theirs at $89.00 for a set of 20! This is huge savings! It's th

Discover the best annuals, perennials and bulbs to grow in your first garden Think you have a brown thumb? These easy-care flowers will help you gain confidence in the garden. Annuals such as sunflowers and zinnias are easy to start from seed, perennials require little care and return each year, and bulbs are practically foolproof when planted properly. Start with just one, or select a few and get growing! Sunflowers Zones: Annual Colors: Yellows, browns, and mixed Height

Plants and grass all need water to grow and thrive. If you want your Canadian yard to look incredible then having an irrigation system installed should be at the top of your list.  Many homeowners understand that an irrigation system will help the yard look nice but there are many other benefits that you can enjoy after having a sprinkler system installed. 1) The automated sprinkler system Automated sprinkler systems are an excellent option for any yard or garden. As th

We’ve dealt with March winds and April showers. Now it’s time to get your garden ready for May and the summer months ahead. With a little work now, you’ll be able to enjoy green grass, gorgeous flowers, and maybe even a great vegetable garden. Here’s what to do. Aerate your lawn Aeration involves perforating your lawn with hundreds of small holes that helps air, water and nutrients reach the roots. Think of it as giving your grass a way to breathe easier and drink more d

Gardening may seem like a chore to some people, but for those of us who love to get our hands in the dirt, it is a rewarding, zen-like experience. Gardening is an art and loving it is only half the creation. Any gardener who's planted more than one season can tell you...the actual growing part is easy. It's the steps you take when planning a garden that are key to a successful season. Because the secret to a bountiful garden starts long before blooms or fruit produce. Early G

First the bad news: if you neglect spring lawn care (and related concerns about your mower), you could end up paying for it the rest of the year. Now the good news: the chores required of you in spring don't entail nearly the amount of work that you'll have to invest in mowing alone throughout the summer months. In fact, you might need to implement only about half of the following ten tips for spring lawn care, depending upon your unique circumstances. Furthermore, there are

How To Prepare Your Garden If you are a newbie to gardening and hesitant about how to prepare your garden, then worry no more. I’m here to ease a bit of the worry you may have and build your gardening confidence through practice so you too can join the masses who get out and grow each season. This garden growing guide comes from years of experience and my passion for the outdoors which should help guide you in the right direction. If you have an inherent green thumb or s

Nothing is too much for a good contractor! When you add sprinklers to your lawn and garden, it’s a big undertaking. Your contractor will need access to your property and your house to set up your sprinkler. Installing a lawn sprinkler has many moving parts with a lot of tools, shovels and a mechanical tool to create trenches for piping. It takes about one day—unless the contractor runs into any problems or there are municipality regulations to extend the project—to inst