Archive for July 2014
Ninebarks – Easy and Attractive Shrubs
Dr. Leonard Perry, Extension Professor University of Vermont Once considered a non-descript native shrub for the old-fashioned garden, breeders have transformed ninebark into a popular and desirable landscape plant. With various leaf colors besides green, from yellows to dark red, attractive flowers and bark, the ability to withstand tough conditions, and few if any pests…
Read MoreDominican Republic is a Piece of Paradise
Who hasn’t dreamt of owning their own little corner of paradise in one of the world’s most stunning spots and enjoying all the luxury and comfort of 5-star service? Now, thanks to IBEROSTATE Golf, Villas & Condos, IBEROSTAR Group’s real estate division, you can acquire a luxury home with spacious interiors, large terraces and the…
Read MoreControlling Animal Pests in Gardens and Landscapes
Controlling Animal Pests in Gardens and Landscapes Dr. Leonard Perry, Extension Professor University of Vermont Effective control of animal pests is possible though your success will depend on your timing, method, and perseverance. A control that works for your neighbor, or that worked for you last year, may not work this time around. You may…
Read MoreDaniel Island – A Charleston, SC, Gem
Daniel Island, Charleston, SC Retirement Community What began as a small development in 1996 has flourished into a 4,000 square foot expanse of custom built homes, traditional neighborhoods, hundreds of acres of parks, more than eighteen miles of running and biking trails, and a lot of different places to spend a pleasant afternoon. Located in…
Read MoreKale – Not Just Fancy Lettuce
It seems like everywhere you look there is some new and special diet that will make you not only feel better but look better too. One of the latest crazes: kale. Kale is being deemed a “superfood,” but what makes it so special?
Read MoreLiving the Life in Lake Retirement Communities
If I were going to retire, I’d want to retire on a lake. It’s home to me. But not in Minnesota. I’d want some place warm. Some place like Georgia or North Carolina-a place like Lake Lanier (Gainesville, Georgia), or Lake Hartwell (Toccoa, Georgia), or Bear Lake Reserve (Tuckasegee, NC).
Read MoreLiving in a History Museum: Williamsburg, VA
A city with a tourism-based economy, and located not far from other notable places like Washington DC, Richmond, and Virginia Beach, Williamsburg, VA, is definitely a destination worth visiting. It’s a college town full of history, with Colonial Williamsburg being a major draw to the area, along with golf, restaurants and other things.
Read MoreMaple Ridge at Ave Maria – South Florida’s New Residential Community
In South Florida just east of Naples is a stunning new residential community-Maple Ridge at Ave Maria. As one of the most sought after communities in South Florida, this gem of a community can offer you an abundance of amenities, two choices of home collections, and an ideal location. All this value starting from the $200,000s, it’s no wonder the community has attracted over 150 buyers in just one year.
Read MoreWashington State: For the Active Retiree
As one of the best states for retirees who love the outdoors, retiring to Washington state offers plentiful opportunities for such activities as hiking, golfing, and bird-watching, not to mention kayaking or sailing in places like the Puget Sound. From the states coastal region, where you can fish or whale-watch, to the Cascade Mountains, where you can ski or mountain climb, there are plenty of vigorous, outdoor activities for the adventurous retiree.
Read MoreRetire to Tennessee – Southern Hospitality with a Rock-n-Roll Kick
Retire to Tennessee – Southern Hospitality with a Rock-n-Roll Kick While the Memphis Barbeque should be enough, there are a million reasons to retire to Tennessee. Nestled between many different states (North Carolina, Georgia, Kentucky, Virginia, Missouri, Alabama, and Arkansas—oh my!) Tennessee offers a Southern charm that no other place in America can provide: southern…
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