The Many Advantages of LED Lighting Technology
LED technology has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its many advantages. LED, which stands for Light Emitting Diode, has been touted as one of the most efficient lights on the market. We are seeing LEDs surface in homes for indoor lighting as well as part of outdoor landscape designs. The main benefit … Continue reading “The Many Advantages of LED Lighting Technology”
A Primer on Fall Tree Maintenance
Your trees successfully take care of themselves all summer long, but once the autumn air begins cooling down and winter threatens a soon-coming frost, it’s time to give them some proper attention—attention that goes much further than simply raking the leaves. Fall tree maintenance should be an important part of your fall landscaping regimen. Read … Continue reading “A Primer on Fall Tree Maintenance”
Features of the 21st Century Landscape Design
Technology is exploding at an alarming rate and landscape design has been striving to keep up. The 21st century landscaper likes to stay with the times and try new ideas to keep the landscape modern and fresh. If you are interested in “keeping up with the Joneses” or you are simply looking for different ways … Continue reading “Features of the 21st Century Landscape Design”
Do-It-Yourself Tips for a Beautiful Landscape
DIY landscapes are the pride and joy of hardworking homeowners. Because so much care goes into the landscape design, homeowners are intent on creating the perfect yard that delights their senses and impresses anyone who graces its presence. Some DIY landscape designers are complete novices while others have a “green thumb” and are ready to … Continue reading “Do-It-Yourself Tips for a Beautiful Landscape”
The Elements of a Relaxing Japanese Landscape Design
Beyond simple lighting and rose gardens, many homeowners prefer to inject a particular style into their landscape design. And one of the most popular designs is the Asian-inspired Japanese garden. Japanese gardens are beautiful and can add a relaxing oasis to any home. Homeowners who work long hours or deal with high stress situations need … Continue reading “The Elements of a Relaxing Japanese Landscape Design”
Are you Taking Advantage of Low Voltage Landscape Lighting?
Every homeowner takes pride in their home and its appearance on the inside and out. And curb appeal does not have to be limited to just the daytime hours. In fact, more and more people are becoming aware that as the sun sets, their home can actually radiate curb appeal and look even better than … Continue reading “Are you Taking Advantage of Low Voltage Landscape Lighting?”
Garden Lighting Design Basics
The garden, whether large or small, has become a prominent staple of landscaping design. And lighting is often a standard addition because it adds special effects and an ambiance that is impossible without it. Garden lighting will add beauty and elegance to your plants, flowers and greenery. And if the design is executed correctly, you … Continue reading “Garden Lighting Design Basics”
Use Lighting to Enhance Your Fall Landscaping
If you’re like many homeowners, chances are you shoot for a little splash of color around your home during every season. Spring brings us colorful dainty buds and blossoms. During the summer months, we’re greeted with flowers that are as bold as they are beautiful. Once the days grow shorter and cooler and the summer … Continue reading “Use Lighting to Enhance Your Fall Landscaping”
Landscape Lighting for Water Features
The elegant Tuscan-inspired water fountain, the koi pond, the Grecian fountain—water features complete a landscape and should be illuminated to bring out their beauty. Water is a very special landscape feature because it is so reflective and it plays with the light beautifully. With lighting, you can enhance the reflection coming off the water … Continue reading “Landscape Lighting for Water Features”
Your Spring/Summer Landscape Garden Checklist
When the winter chill begins to subside and a glimmer of sunlight peers through the clouds, it’s time to get prepared for the months where your garden will shine. It’s not uncommon for homeowners to put off the inevitable and wait for summer to clean up the garden. This will be more of a challenge … Continue reading “Your Spring/Summer Landscape Garden Checklist”