Tag: Landscaping

Posted on 11/12/2023

DIY drainage solutions for yard flooding

If your yard is plagued with puddles and soggy spots, it...

Downspout

Gardening

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Posted on 07/16/2023

Lawn guide: Identifying grasses

Identifying grasses is an important step in understanding...

Grass Types

Landscaping

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Posted on 10/02/2022

Landscape for beginners: Getting started with designing an outdoor space

There are many factors that go into designing a landscape - for beginners, the number of options can be overwhelming. How do you choose the best plants and where to plant them? How do you arrange your yard in an aesthetically pleasing but functional way? Luckily, there are some basics you can follow to get started in beginner...

Garden Design

Gardening

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Posted on 09/12/2021

Build Your Own Garden Path With Brick Pavers

Creating a great garden path doesn’t have to be a long and difficult process. With the right tools and techniques, DIY enthusiasts of all skill levels can build a classic and functional brick pathway. Here we’ll go over the materials and process for your next garden path DIY project. Materials CobblestonesEdging stakesGranite paversPlastic landscaping edgingSandSpray paint (for marking)...

Brick

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Posted on 12/13/2020

Landscaping for Energy Efficiency

Image by Tom from Shutterstock Energy efficiency isn’t just for the inside of your home. What you plant outside can affect the bottom line inside. Choosing the right trees, grasses, and shrubs can help. Location, location, location Well placed trees can help to reduce your heating and cooling bills. Trees can keep your home cooler in the summer...

Landscaping

Efficiency

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Posted on 03/22/2020

Luxury Landscaping for the Upscale Homeowner

Photo by Linda Knicely on Unsplash Luxury homes have been gaining popularity for at least the last two years, says Washington Post. And while no one has set exact parameters for what is and isn't considered luxury, many real estate agents use the term to describe homes priced in the million-dollar range or higher. These are the residences...

Exterior Home Design

Home Design

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Posted on 05/05/2019

Investing in Trees for Your Landscaping

Your xeriscape plan now includes ornamental grasses for volume, flowering plants for color through the seasons and succulents for intense greenery, texture and ground-coverage. What about height? And shade! Shade trees are typically not tolerant of drought conditions, but there are a few different options, depending on your climate. So, what trees can you plant in your yard...

Trees

Gardening Tips

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