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5 Tips to Help You Create a More Private Backyard
Are you trying to regain some sense of privacy in your own backyard? If so, you're in luck. There are many ways you can go about adding...
Dec 23, 20213 min read


5 Critical Indicators to Upgrade Your Irrigation System
Having a working irrigation system is key to properly maintaining your green space. While it’s important to service your existing...
Dec 16, 20213 min read


Things to Consider Before a Front Yard Landscape Project
If you have dreamed of being able to take long-restful naps in your yard or wanted to upgrade the design of your garden, there are plenty...
Nov 25, 20213 min read


Your Ultimate Guide to Softscaping Your Yard or Garden
Softscaping is a process of landscape design that involves plants and other organic materials that you find in your yard or garden. For...
Oct 28, 20213 min read


Is a Garden Fountain Right for You: Here’s What You Should Know
A water feature in a landscape design is almost inevitable. Water features add a touch of beauty to every landscape design, and a garden...
Sep 30, 20212 min read


Balance in Landscaping with Hardscape and Softscape Elements
Landscape design involves the arrangement of natural elements that provide both form and function to outdoor areas. It can produce...
Sep 23, 20212 min read


5 Easy Ways to Have a Healthy Garden All Year Round
Plants are affected by the fact that they dwell on a planet with different seasons. If you're new to gardening, you can expect your...
Sep 9, 20213 min read


Advantages of Landscaping Your Yard Using Evergreen Shrubs
Evergreen shrubs come in many varieties, all of which can either make or break your yard when it comes to their aesthetics. There are...
Sep 2, 20213 min read


7 Landscaping Ideas to Implement If You Have a Small Yard
Many of today's homes, especially high-rise residential homes and townhouses, often have little or no yard space at all. But if you want...
Aug 19, 20212 min read


3 Surprising Ways Your Landscaping Eases Fear and Anxiety
The present coronavirus epidemic affects nearly everyone in varying degrees and ways. But one thing is sure: worry and dread have grown...
Aug 5, 20213 min read


5 Qualities to Look for When Hiring a Landscaping Team
Just about every homeowner wants a lush lawn and beautiful exteriors for their home. This can only be achieved with the help of a...
Jul 22, 20213 min read


Modern Landscaping Essentials You Should Add to Your Home
If you’re planning to have a modern-themed home, not only should you plan for a good modern interior, but a good modern landscape. This...
Jul 15, 20212 min read


What Is the Best Landscape Lighting for Your Home
Landscape lighting definitely adds a pleasant and appealing effect to your garden and home. It enhances the beauty and decorations of...
Jul 8, 20213 min read


Top 5 Landscaping Edging Materials Your Lawn Needs
Landscaping edging may help define each section of your yard by separating a flower bed, tree island, or other ornamental features from...
Jun 24, 20213 min read


3 Reasons to Invest in Landscape Lighting for Your Home
At some point in your homeownership journey, you’ll eventually come to terms with the fact that there’s a desire to improve your...
Jun 17, 20213 min read


The Importance of Getting Help from Landscapers and Designers
As homeowners, we have an obligation to care for and maintain our home gardens. Also known as the “mini sanctuary” of our property, it is...
Jun 10, 20213 min read


A Beginner's Guide to Landscaping: Installing a French Drain
There's more to landscaping than just designing your front or backyard — and one of the most important yet overlooked aspects of your...
Jun 3, 20213 min read


5 Landscape Mistakes to Avoid at All Costs
Your home’s appeal is the combination of its façade and landscaping, so it’s crucial to pay attention to both. However, your landscaping...
May 27, 20213 min read


A Residential Landscaper's Guide to Arranging Plants
Landscaping is a creative but technical process that requires both an eye for detail and a willingness to get down and dirty. From...
May 20, 20213 min read


What Plants Need to Be Pruned in Winter?
February is a popular time to prune bushes, shrubs, and plants, but not all need to be cut back in the winter months. Those that are...
Feb 19, 20213 min read
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