When you want more privacy at home, it helps to know that there are fast growing privacy plants. Privacy plants provide a green screen that blocks unwanted views of you or your property, without being harsh. Green screens are pretty to look at {from both sides!} and can also smell terrific, depending on what type […]
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Everything You Need To Know About Japanese Gardens
Japanese gardens are unique and beautiful, but you don’t have to live in Japan to enjoy one. Once you know everything you need to know about Japanese gardens, you can devote part of your own yard to making your own. Here are the things you need to know to build your own Japanese garden–wherever you […]
Beautiful Shrubs Great For Hedges
Hedges are both decorative and useful for any landscape. Use them to designate and divide spaces, add interest, or provide a little extra privacy. If you have previously thought of hedges as just green and boring, think again. There are some beautiful flowering shrubs great for hedges! It’s definitely worth a second look. Benefits Of […]
Lawn Maintenance: Is It Just Dry, Or Do You Have Bugs?
Today I’m answering one of the top lawn maintenance questions. Specifically, is my lawn just dry, or do I have bugs? This is a good question, and can be a tricky one to answer. It’s tricky because there are several types of bugs that can infest your lawn and make it appear dry and even […]
Hedge Your Bets On These Hedge Training Tips
Do you enjoy growing hedges in your landscape? Then it’s time to hedge your bets on today’s hedge training tips! A hedge can add so much to your yard, and not just extra privacy. If you’ve never planted a hedge, stick around. We’ve got all you need to know about garden hedges, including hedge training […]
Modern Landscape Essentials
The look of a modern landscape is so clean-lined and inviting, it’s no wonder it is gaining in popularity. Do you want your yard to have a modern landscape? There are some modern landscape essentials you need to know about first. These essentials are things that routinely show up in modern landscapes, and if you […]
10 Tips You Should Know When Laying Brick Pavers
Line your area with landscape fabric before laying your brick and it will help to prevent any weeds from growing. Then, put down about a 4 inch layer of coarse gravel over the top of that. Lay down your gravel and then put a 1 inch layer of sand over the top. Pack it down. […]
10 Easy Ways to Spruce up Your Backyard
Now that we’re smack dab in the middle of summer, you may be discovering that your backyard isn’t as enjoyable or presentable as you hoped it would be. It’s not fun to entertain guests only to have a nasty backyard. Here are a few fun and simple ideas that can make your backyard look awesome! […]
25 of the BEST Toolsheds
It’s always a hassle to lug around your garden tools around the yard and in and out of your home. If you keep them outside, they can rust and get damaged by the rain and weather. While it may seem like an overwhelming project, building or remodeling a toolshed is actually a pretty easy task, […]
15 Amazing Backyard Landscaping Ideas
While it can be nice to have a flat and simple backyard, sometimes it’s fun to spice things up a bit and landscape. However, it can be hard to figure out what to do and how to do it. Here are some fun and beautiful ways that you can landscape your backyard and get it […]