Author: treeluv

Cedar Post Fence

Row of cedar tree wood posts mounted edge to edge.

These cedar tree posts have moss caps. This is because the open end grain of the cedar wood retains moisture thus allowing moss to grow.

Modern lumber fence manufacturer’s and building supply yards supply a huge selection of post caps which helps prevent post rot.

Cedar Tree Roots

Example of a row of 50 foot (18 meter) high cedar trees planted in a row.
Mature cedar tree roots are exposed on the bank side as water washes away the earth.


Closer view of the cedar hedge originally planted for a screen to traffic noise as they go down the hill and hard turn to the left at the bottom.

Cedar tree roots are good at slowing down the process of erosion by holding back loose earth and rocks.

Wood Images At The Beach

Hold on to the Wood Railing as you go down the recycled tire steps.
Windy day on the shores of Lake Huron this day.  High water levels and 3-4 foot high waves erode away the old sand banks created years ago.
Remains of a old weather beaten tree.Old trees and logs scatter the shore are roll back and forth by the one metre waves. High water levels erode the sand around tree roots causing some trees to fall.

Close up image of the different shapes and textures of treesOld cut wood stump is rolled over and pushed onto the beach..Wood debris found on the Beach.  “Thanks for coming” good times note!

Garden Water Pond

When looking for a water feature, one the first things is to consider scale … it is very easy to just buy one you fancy and then get it home to find it is too tiny for the spot you had in mind. Good part about buying a water feature at your local retailer is that you probably can easily return it, usually for full refund.

The fun part for me about having a garden water feature is that it attracts birds during the dryer summer times … if water fountain is close to your patio seating area or a window .. it is quite a cool experience to have them get so close … watching visiting birds coming and going about their business is enjoyable relaxed time.

A couple safety considerations, is that other insects are interested in your water source, these include wasps and bees and can be annoying and a sting hazard to some .. especially if they frequent your patio area .. and are constantly flying through your seating area. Also to be aware of young children may be temped to touch the water, if in reach, maybe afterwards put their hands in their mouth. Remember that bacteria from summer heat … and birds poop will contaminate your water … good warn to your kids and any visiting children not to touch the water.

The fastest way to get a water pond and/or fountain is to buy a prefabricated water feature … smaller water features can be found at home improvement retailers like Ace Hardware, Lowes, Home Depot, ADEO,… and your local garden center may have larger water fountains in more elaborate garden styles.