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A Real Estate Publication of the St. Tammany News • Friday, March 4 , 2011
This elegant estate property was built with no regard to cost. Formal living & dining rooms withintricate ceilings and mill work. Superb culinary kitchen, with stainless steel appliances, granitecounters, and soaring Roman columns adjacent to a sun filled breakfast room. Den with fire-place and wet bar. Massive 2nd den measures 35.7 x 20.1. In-home gym with whirlpool. Elevatorto 3rd floor. Master suite and bath of luxury. In-law suite adjacent to property. SOPHISTICAT-ED LIVING WITH SYTLE! Debbie Vititoe 985/707-5170 cell or 985-605-1018 office
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FRIDAY, MARCH 4, 2011 BBRROOKKEERR EEAASSTT PAGE 3ST. TAMMANY NEWS
Protect Your Patio From Wear and Tear
Patios are typically the go-tospot for warm weather outdoormeals. Whether hosting friendsor simply enjoying a relaxingmeal under the evening sky,homeowners tend to spend asmuch time as possible on thepatio once the weather warmsup.
Because it's such a high-traf-fic area, the patio should beprotected from wear and tear.Wear and tear on the patio canresult from Mother Nature orbe a byproduct of all thosespring and summer eveningsspent relaxing outdoors.Fortunately, there are a handfulof ways homeowners can keeptheir patios looking pristinethrough the summer party sea-son.
• Stain the concrete. Stainingconcrete protects it from natu-ral elements, which can causethe color of a patio to peel or
flake. Concrete stain penetratesdeep and infuses the concretewith a permanent color that'sless likely to fall victim to theelements. Stains are generallysolid-color stains or acid stains.Solid-color stains, as their namesuggests, provide a more evenand solid look, while acid stainsprovide a more marble-likeappearance. While neither arelikely to fade or peel quickly,over time an additional coat orstain might need to be appliedto counter natural factors likesunlight.
• Cover the furniture. Patiofurniture can vary significantlyin price and quality.Homeowners who picked up afew plastic chairs at the nearbygrocery store might not feelfurniture covers are worth theinvestment. For those withmore expensive patio furniture,durable furniture covers that
can withstand year-roundweather are a sound invest-ment. Waterproof and heat-resistant fabric is ideal, as thefurniture will be vulnerable tospring rains, summer showersand high temperatures duringthe summer party season.Covers should also fit snuglyaround the furniture to provideoptimal protection.
• Consider retractableawnings. Retractable awningsmight cost a little money, butthey can also pay homeownersback over the long haul. Firstand foremost, retractableawnings protect patio from sun-light and ultraviolet rays in hotweather. A retractable awningcan also protect friends andfamily members should anunexpected summer showerappear or keep them safe fromsunburns during summer after-noons when the UV index ishigh.
When placed near a window,retractable awnings can lowerenergy bills. Such awnings cankeep sunlight and ultravioletrays from entering the home.This lowers the temperatureindoors, which reduces relianceon air conditioning units tomaintain a comfortable tem-perature. These awnings canalso extend the life of furniture,which tends to fade whenplaced inside windows that getheavy sun exposure.
• Plant trees. An eco-friendlyway to maintain and add to apatio's aesthetic appeal is toplant trees around the patio.Trees can protect the patiofrom sunlight and ultravioletradiation while providing someshade for friends and familymembers who want to spendsome quality time outdoors onhot afternoons. In addition,trees can create a serene settingto a patio, adding to its relaxingnature. GT114633
Summer can be rough on patios and patio furniture. Homeownerscan take several steps to protect their patios from wear and tear.
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Few things are anticipated more in springthan the arrival of new leaves on the treesand budding flowers in the garden. A land-scape awash with fresh colors can brightenthe spirit and make anyone want to headoutdoors.
There are many different plants thatbegin to show their colors in the spring. Anumber of perennials, annuals and treesbegin to flower or show new sprouts comethe springtime. Here are some plants thatcan be planted for springtime enjoyment.
AnnualsLooking for first signs of color? Look no
further than these wonderful annuals.• Alyssum: Starting in April, this cascad-
ing bounty of tiny flowers offers a sweetaroma that attracts butterflies.
• Dianthus: These vivid flowers alsoattract butterflies and are often a cottagegarden staple.
• Gypsophila: Also known as baby'sbreath, these delicate flowers can serve asfiller in any landscape. Pink and white vari-eties are available.
• Impatiens: One of the best-knownplants for the garden, these annuals come inscores of colors and can generally toleratefull sun to full shade.
• Larkspur: Belonging to the buttercupfamily, these flowers bloom in shades of
white to violet.• Pansy: These flowers are some of the
earliest spring bloomers, arriving alongsidespring bulbs like tulips.
• Petunias: Petunias put on a show ofcolor through the entire season, makingthem a popular bedding flower.
PerennialsThese plants will come back year after
year and offer spring shows.• Cherry blossom: The flowers that sprout
on cherry trees are some of the first signs ofspring. Their pink or white buds are often aspectacle, so much so that towns and citieshold cherry blossom festivals.
• Columbine: These beautiful bloomsattract butterflies and can be a nice part of agarden bed.
• Jacob's ladder: Variegated foliage that isdappled with violet-colored flowers can adda sweet smell and visual interest to the gar-den.
• Primrose: These flowers come in a vari-ety of shades, making them versatile in anygarden. They also tend to attract butterfliesand hummingbirds.
• Sweet violet: These fragrant flowers areedible as well as attractive. These plants canself-plant, so unless a gardener wants themto spread, they should be kept contained.GT114581
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Spring Garden Time