The Basics of Landscaping Around a Pool
A backyard pool can be an exciting new addition to your home – it officially makes your place the “fun house” on the block, and friends and neighbors near and far will be knocking on your door to spend hours lounging poolside. However, if you have unsightly landscaping surrounding your pool’s perimeter, you may find … Continue reading “The Basics of Landscaping Around a Pool”
Types of Hedgerows for Landscaping
A hedgerow is a living boundary composed of plants. While homeowners use them for decorative purposes, many place hedges to deter intruders, including pests. Though hedges are often trimmed as non-artistic topiary shrubs, they may also take their natural shape. The design often depends on the functional aspects as well as the aesthetic considerations. Here … Continue reading “Types of Hedgerows for Landscaping”
Low Voltage Landscape Lights: Benefits, Types and Pricing
Why Low-voltage Landscape Lighting? In a world where the price of power is steep, more and more people are looking to reduce their light bills by cutting down on usage. If you have a garden or yard that needs lighting, low-voltage landscape lights can give you exactly the edge you need to be competitive in … Continue reading “Low Voltage Landscape Lights: Benefits, Types and Pricing”
Unusual Plants for Landscaping
If you’re bored with the run-of-the-mill landscaping plants – your deciduous oaks, your coniferous cedars and your perennial grasses – then perhaps it’s time to take a look at some unique and unusual alternatives that will liven up your landscape. Naturally, you can take this to whatever level of ‘uniqueness’ you like, but remember that … Continue reading “Unusual Plants for Landscaping”
Summer Time Landscape Design Tips for the Pool
When the summer comes, the swimming pool must be ready to welcome your BBQ guests for fun in the sun! When designing their landscapes, many homeowners leave the pool until last and never seem to get to the task. It’s easy to neglect the pool since it doesn’t always seem like an important part of … Continue reading “Summer Time Landscape Design Tips for the Pool”
How to Winter-Proof Your Pond
A pond is a lovely element that adds major panache to any home’s outdoor landscaping. The fish, the cute little mirrored ball ornaments, the lily pads—but what happens when winter comes blustering in? How do you protect your pond and its precious contents once the seasons change? There are simple steps you can take to … Continue reading “How to Winter-Proof Your Pond”
Basics of Pruning your Garden Landscape
Many people are unaware that pruning is a science – and a fairly precise one at that. It’s not just about snipping off ‘extra’ parts of a tree or shrub or the physical appearance. It’s also about maintaining the health of the plant, influencing flowering and fruiting, and rejuvenating older trees and shrubs, among other … Continue reading “Basics of Pruning your Garden Landscape”
Synthetic or Natural Grass Lawn?
A lawn is usually a great addition to any type of landscape. It can be aesthetically pleasing and highly functional. But, it can also be a challenge to maintain a lawn in its pristine state without constant monitoring, weeding and trimming. While most people prefer natural grass for their lawns, an increasing number of people … Continue reading “Synthetic or Natural Grass Lawn?”
Solar Deck Lighting for a Truly Green Look
Solar power is the talk of the town these days. With the impending energy crisis constantly on everyone’s mind, most people are turning to eco-friendly alternatives for everything from basic lighting needs to extensive green home alterations. As someone with a green thumb, you have probably already considered several options for lighting up your garden. … Continue reading “Solar Deck Lighting for a Truly Green Look”
Your Guide to Planting Bulbs in the Fall
It’s never too early to start getting ready for spring! In fact, fall is one of the best times to plant spring-blooming flower bulbs, as many bulbs need a cold dormant period before they can grow and bloom. Flower bulbs are a popular choice for both novice and experienced gardeners alike. The majority of them … Continue reading “Your Guide to Planting Bulbs in the Fall”