Your driveway is one of the first things a visitor or potential buyer is going to see. It adds to your curb appeal and increases the value of your property. Whether you’re planning to add a driveway to your home or upgrade an existing one, it makes perfect sense to do some research before making […]
Brown, patchy lawns are a common problem among homeowners during the summer. Many try to keep their lawns green and well-manicured throughout this hot season by watering more frequently and investing in top-grade fertilizer. However, there is more to summer lawn care than watering and fertilizing. You have to know when the best time of […]
Summers put a lot of stress on your lawn. The unbearably hot and dry weather leads to dehydrated grass. Plus, the heat attracts pests and bugs that feast and dwell on your lawn. Changing some parts of your landscape care routine – from cutting the grass at a certain length to watering at the right […]
People often ask which is better for landscaping – rock or mulch. Well, both have their own set of advantages and disadvantages. Depending on the setting, one may be more suited than the other for your area. But you don’t necessarily need to make a choice between these two. One thing we absolutely love about […]
Summers are already sweltering, and they’re expected to get hotter. The Environmental Research Communications found that the number of days with a heat index above 100 degrees Fahrenheit will double by the middle of the century. Heatwaves are also more common in the US. Even cold, Midwestern states, like Minnesota, are experiencing heat waves. And […]
The U.S. is home to approximately 30 million deer, according to an article at actionbioscience.org, an educational website sponsored by the American Institute of Biological Sciences (AIBS). These animals are so numerous that they’re causing conflicts with people. The same article reported that an average deer consumes almost 500 kg of vegetation annually. Homeowners and garden enthusiasts […]
Your landscape palette doesn’t have to be white and gray with no end in sight during winter. Although most plants are at rest, you can still maintain a beautiful, vibrant garden throughout the cold season. By carefully planning your backyard landscape design you can identify which curb-appeal boosting elements to include to make your home stand out […]
When someone talks about gardens and gardening, most people automatically picture flower beds full of blossoms and trees covered in lush green leaves—things that occur primarily in the Spring and Summer. As November signals the tail end of the Fall season and the onset of Winter, can you still have this type of garden? When […]
Whether you have acres of land or are planting in pots, filling your garden with lovely bulbs that will bloom in the Spring and Summer will surely bring color and joy. Spring bulbs provide a brilliant display that requires little effort on your part. Family and guests will definitely love the vibrant flowers, especially if […]
