Every year the DIY’ers break out their knotted lights and their rusty ladders and attempt to hang their own holiday lights or even take them down, usually in harsh weather conditions. Many of these people end up getting injured and unfortunately even worse! From high falls, electrocutions or lacerations from broken bulbs, there is a [...]
This extremely versatile aggregate can be used in so many ways on your landscape. Here are 5 useful ways you can use gravel on your property. Gravel offers affordable and beautiful options for you! Take a look at the aggregates we offer here at Hewlynn Home and Garden Center. If you have any questions, feel [...]
Perhaps you are wondering, do I really need mulch in my garden or in my landscape? Here are some reasons why mulch is a must-have and should be used. Be sure to use great quality mulch for the most benefit. Here at Hewlynn Home and Garden Center, we have been very particular in the quality [...]
Including flavor chips into your cooking can truly expand your options. Try some of our many flavors to spice things up. Enjoy these 3 original flavor chip recipes! To begin, prepare your chosen flavor of Smoking Flavor Chips by soaking several handfuls for a half-hour in cold water. Be sure to allow them enough time [...]
What will you do with your extra fruits and vegetables from your garden this year? You can really elongate the amount of months your garden provides food to you and your family by jarring! When food is exposed to the air, it is also being exposed to bacteria. Be sure to clean your vegetables and [...]
We seasoned garden owners know the joy and pleasure that having a garden offers. Oftentimes I have heard people say that they wish they could start a garden, but they do not know how. We are very lucky to live in a time where information is readily available for us to accomplish nearly any task. [...]
If you are on Long Island, you are aware of the recent storm we were hit with. After 80-90 mile per hour winds, you may have noticed the damage caused to the trees and plants. If not, take a look at the featured image above so that you can see what wind/salt burn looks like. [...]
Some Insects are your Garden’s Friends. Here are 5 insects which help to maintain pest control in your garden. Ground Beetles live beneath mulch in the soil and around perennials. They create vertical tunnels in the ground, which they use to trap their prey. They mostly travel at night so you may not see them [...]
If you have a pond, you are aware of how pricey a pond liner can be. Should you happen to end up with a tear in your liner, you’ll find that you can lose quite a bit of water from just a small tear. You will find it is much more cost effective to purchase [...]
Getting tired of watching movies? Have you run out of things to stream? Need some additional entertainment outside? We have a variety of pool floats that provide a ton of fun, especially once the competitive nature in everyone hits. Our store is open during this time, stop on by and check out our selection. You’ll [...]
