h'No Work Garden' offers work-reducing tips

h'No Work Garden' offerswork-reducing tips
Bob Flowerdew is exaggerating a bit with the title of his new book, "No Work Garden." There's no such thing. Nevertheless, his premise is that good planning and proper methods can eliminate a lot of unnecessary effort.
Flowerdew, an organic gardening authority, urges his readers to set realistic standards, identify their goals and choose good-quality tools and plants that grow well in their locations. The bulk of his book is dedicated to specific tips for reducing or eliminating various types of gardening work, such as mowing, pruning and controlling pests.
"No Work Garden" is published by Laurel Glen Publishing and is available in paperback for $19.95.
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You can install new track lighting in as little as 15 minutes with LitesNow's new Valo Instant Track Lighting System. The low-voltage system uses a tapelike track that has adhesive for mounting to a wall or ceiling and can be trimmed to the proper length with scissors. The low-voltage transformer is simply plugged into a wall outlet or a special receptacle that screws into a ceiling light fixture. Three light fixtures with halogen bulbs snap to the track. The system has a suggested retail price of $89.95. The system can be bought online at www.litesnow.com, www.smarthome.com or by calling (800) 762-7846.
Hadley Peak furnituredesigned for the outdoors
Outdoor furniture was never supposed to be quite this comfortable. Or was it? Smith & amp; Hawken has just introduced Hadley Peak, a new line of comfy and stylish teak outdoor furniture, reminiscent of '30s-era club designs. The Hadley Peak collection includes the sofa, lounge chair, ottoman, coffee table and end table. Hadley Peak furniture is made to endure the outdoor elements and needs no storing, covering or maintenance. The cushions, too, are weather-resistant. For more information, visit www.smithandhawken.com or call (800) 940-1170.