Tag: Landscaping

Posted on 10/21/2024

Lawn moss: What your lawn is trying to tell you

Lawn moss is often described as an irritation for many...

Grass Lawn

Landscaping

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Posted on 05/27/2024

Crabgrass preventers: Lawn care guide

Crabgrass is a type of lawn weed common enough to earn its...

Crabgrass

Crabgrass Preventer

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Posted on 11/07/2022

Finding your zen with Japanese landscaping

For homeowners wanting to create a space of zen and comfort in their outdoor area, it can be helpful to take inspiration from Japanese landscaping design. Featuring a perfect blend of natural and man-made elements, Japanese gardens are synonymous with tranquility and quiet beauty. What better way to unwind and enjoy the fresh air than with your personal...

Japanese Garden

Japanese Garden Style

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Posted on 10/24/2022

Guide to landscaping: Bushes & shrubs

When it comes to landscaping, bushes and shrubs are essential to a great design. Not only do they add dimension and aesthetic interest to an outdoor space, they are useful for creating natural barriers and highlighting other features. If you’re interested in beginning your landscaping journey but not sure where to start with bushes and shrubs, here is...

Boxwood

Bushes

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Posted on 10/17/2022

DIY drainage solutions for yard flooding

If your yard is plagued with puddles and soggy spots, it might be time to consider drainage solutions. For yard drainage, there are plenty of DIY options you can handle without spending a fortune. Once you understand the causes of your drainage issues, you can find the best approach for improving a swamp situation. Here is a basic...

Downspout

Gardening

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Posted on 09/19/2022

Basic yard drainage methods & tips

If your yard is full of puddles, soggy soil and waterlogged plants, it’s time to invest in better yard drainage. Depending on the cause and severity of the issue, there are plenty of DIY options you can handle without spending a fortune. Understanding common causes leading to drainage problems and how they affect your yard will go a...

Gardening

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Posted on 05/09/2022

Gardening: Are Raised Brick Gardens Right for Your Landscape?

Although ground-level perennial flowers and native grasses enhance any landscape, hardscape elements make a significant difference. Raising gardens by employing brick, stone and other masonry products elevates a property’s aesthetic value and curbside appeal. But with wide-reaching landscape designs and assets available, property owners are sometimes tasked with difficult decisions. If you are considering raised brick flower gardens,...

Flower

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Posted on 01/10/2022

How to Create Your Own Wooden Garden Walkway

Wooden pallets are a budget-friendly source of reclaimed wood and can inspire countless DIY projects. For those who love casual and rustic garden pathways, a pallet might be the perfect place to start. Using just a few materials and tools you can create a wooden plank path for your outdoor space without breaking your budget. Here we’ll go...

Diy

DIY

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Posted on 11/22/2021

Don't Forget These 4 Unexpected Home Building Expenses

Photo by Karolina Grabowska from Pexels While many people planning to build rather than buy are well-prepared for the overall expense, there are some important costs that can be easy to forget. Here are some additional costs of building a home to consider: Land Preparation Buying the land for your new build is a key expense in a...

Posted on 07/12/2021

Photo by Matt Chen on Unsplash Garden edging is an aspect of landscaping design that serves both practical and aesthetic purposes. You can use edging as a decorative border around plant and flower beds, pathways and lawns using a variety of materials. Here we will go over some of the key benefits of garden edging as well as...

Gardening

Exterior

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