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Thousands evacuate from wildfire south of Reno

At noon on Thursday a wildfire started north of Washoe Lake,between Reno and Lake Tahoe about 25 miles south of Reno, Nevada. According to the...
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Build garden structures to make a landscape special

One of the best ways to make your garden something special is to build or add structures to your landscape. Structures can take the form of useful...
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New book "Succulent Container Gardens" just released

If you are fascinated by succulents, you really need to check out 'Succulent Container Gardens' by Debra Lee Baldwin, published by Timber...
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World's tallest structure, Burj Dubai (Dubai Tower) opened today to fanfare (video & slideshow)

The world’s tallest building, Burj Dubai, opened in Dubai, United Arab Emirates today (January 4, 2009). Although the exact height of the...
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Burj Dubai (Dubai Tower), world's tallest building, opens Jan. 4 in Dubai (video & slideshow)

Burj Dubai, world’s tallest building to open Jan. 4 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates AP Photo The world’s tallest building, Burj Dubai,...
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Adapt greenhouse plans to help extend the gardening season

There are a number of ways you can extend the growing season of your garden if you live where winter temperatures freeze. Here are just some of the...
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Design garden sheds into the backyard

Sometimes when people become involved with designing the landscape, so much energy is put into exciting construction like swimming pools, outdoor...
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Finding free birdhouse plans

Bird houses attract colorful wildlife to the outdoor yard. In the spring they offer homes for birds to raise families, and in the colder weather...
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Sheds in the backyard

Design a hot tub into your landscape When you plan out your garden or landscape, remember to factor in sheds. Easily overlooked with all the more...
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A quick list of autumn garden chores

As the first frosts approach across the country, getting the garden into shape for winter becomes important. Here is a quick checklist of autumn...
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