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Simple Steps On How To Stripe Grass

by toddupdated on November 1, 2023September 12, 2023Leave a Comment

A lush green lawn is the crown jewel of your home’s exterior, but have you ever wondered how to elevate it from the ordinary to the extraordinary? The answer lies in the art of lawn striping, a technique that can turn your backyard into a canvas of precision and beauty. How can you stripe your lawn with a push mower? In this article, we’ll unravel the secrets of how to stripe grass. We’ll show you how your lawn mower, grass blades, and a dash of creativity merge to create a stunning lawn.
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Flower Gardening

10 Annual Flowers That Are Easy to Grow – A Beginner’s Guide

by toddupdated on October 17, 2022April 28, 2022Leave a Comment

Growing an annual cut flower may be a challenge especially if you are new to the flower industry. However, some varieties are very easy to grow.
Here is a list of easy-to-grow annual flowers that is great for beginners:
Zinnia
This can be considered as the backbone cut flower gardens. It has several varieties that come in various sizes and has vibrant colors.
Sunflower
Pick branching varieties so that you can have the most blooms possible. It also has a whole range of gorgeous blooms namely in red, yellow, pink, brown, and orange.
Snapdragon
The seeds for this flower can be easily …

Tips

Safe Snow Shoveling Tips

by toddupdated on November 1, 2023August 28, 2021Leave a Comment

With the winter season approaching, it’s essential to be prepared and stay on top of safety. Shovelling might seem like an easy task before you are in a position to do it consistently all winter. However, snow removal requires a lot of time and energy from homeowners. In addition, snowfalls are unpredictable, and you might need to shovel daily for a few days.
Depending on your schedule, you might or might not be able to do it on time, so it’s good to think ahead and take care of all the details. In this article, we will discuss how you can shovel the snow safely to help you decide if it is a task you can commit to this …

Flower Gardening

The Top Canadian Companies to Buy Cut Flower Seeds for Your Flower Garden

by toddupdated on October 17, 2022April 28, 2020Leave a Comment

We have gathered here the top Canadian companies where you can buy cut flower seeds for your flower garden:
Unicorn Blooms
This flower grower can supply both the retail needs of home gardeners and bulk orders of flower farmers. This is the place to go if you want to grow Floret-style flowers in huge amounts in Canada.
Brecks
This company is best when you want to grow perennial flowers. Super Saks is perfect if you have a large garden space. You must also try the Crème de la Crème phlox, October Sky Dahlia, and Pink Hawaiian Coral Peony.
Dahlia May Flower Farm
It is a family farm selling …

Flower Gardening

Starting Your Low-Cost Flower Garden

by toddupdated on May 9, 2020April 20, 2020Leave a Comment

Are you inspired to grow your flowers and start a low-cost flower farm in your backyard?
We got some tips that might help you!

Buy seeds in bulk

Buying seeds in bulk can save you lots of money. You may also get to qualify for discounts or promo packages.

Use pots

If you do not have enough or do not have space for plants, then make sure to secure flower seeds that could easily be grown in pots.

Buy gardening tools

Buy second-hand grow lights for your flowers. However, make sure that you can still make the most out of that…

Florist Business

Starting Your Flower Shop

by toddupdated on July 17, 2022March 20, 2020Leave a Comment

Opening your flower shop is a huge step with big responsibilities and risks. Nevertheless, it may also bring big opportunities to earn money and widen one’s connections.
Here are the things you must consider before starting a flower shop:
Do you have enough skills and experience?
Do you have enough skills and knowledge to sustain a flower shop business? Floristry takes talent and sufficient hands-on experience to succeed in the field. Go to school and enroll in a course that deals with floristry. Ask for more information from experts and professionals or those who have flower shops.
You may also work for one…

Florist Business

Selecting the Best Florist School For You

by toddupdated on April 28, 2020March 15, 2020Leave a Comment

This section will help you pick the most excellent florist school for you. Choose a school that you feel comfortable going into and one that guarantees top-quality education. Remember to keep these factors in check while making your decision:

Proximity

Ideally, if you want to save on travel expenses then you must find a school that is near your house. This will save you from the unnecessary hassle of commuting.

Teaching Staff

Make sure to enroll in a school with state-of-the-art instructors. It is best to learn from the best in the field.

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Florist Business

The Average Salary of a Florist

by toddupdated on August 28, 2021March 2, 2020Leave a Comment

A florist’s average salary is generally less than the average. New florists are usually paid the minimum wage. Compensation would depend on several factors like the level of experience and location.
The Bureau of Labor and Statistics reported that the average mean wage of florists is $27,750 with an hourly pay of approximately $13.34.
Self-employed Florist Versus the Employed
Around 31% of florists in 2010 were self-employed as recorded by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This is because being your boss usually pays higher …