Does your patio become desolate during the winter? Spring, summer and fall can find your backyard and patio filled with friends and family, but in winter, everyone stays indoors. If you live in an area with mild winters, you can make your outdoor living space open for all seasons. Add a new fireplace to warm…
Are you tired of patchy grass on your lawn and want a new start? Sod can be an excellent option for creating the lush lawn you desire without the hassle of seeding and hoping for new grass to grow. However, even sod installation requires the best conditions and care to ensure the new grass takes…
Just because summer is over does not been it is time to lock up your yard maintenance equipment. There is plenty to do to protect your yard during the winter months and prepare your landscaping for next spring. Here is a fall landscaping checklist to give your yard a little TLC before the cooler months…
Gravity, precipitation and loose soil can cause dangerous erosion around your home and property. Hills and slopes are especially prone to erosion; if not protected, the top layer of soil can become a mudslide in wet conditions. This can cause damage to your property, ruining landscaping and interfering with other structures. One option to restore…
Have you been considering planting trees to give your yard more privacy? Leyland cypress is a popular choice for privacy trees, creating a beautiful screen that is low maintenance. These trees provide a thick foliage and grow quickly to build an evergreen wall for your yard. Here is what you need to know about planting…
There are excellent reasons pavers are so popular for patios. Pavers give you so many options for design and are easy to maintain. They add beauty and value to your home by enhancing your outdoor spaces. Plus, they are durable and simple to repair when needed. Whether you want the classic look of brick or…
You love your dog, but you also want a beautiful yard to enjoy with friends and family. Unfortunately, sometimes it is difficult to have both. Your yard is also your pooches play area and bathroom, which can lead to worn lawn, yellow grass, dug up gardens and other issues. You can maintain a beautiful yard…
Enjoying time in your outdoor living space can be ruined when mosquitoes and bugs are buzzing around and biting your bare skin. You also want to keep fleas and other bugs that can harm your pets out of your yard, as well as rodents that can enter your home. Chemicals can be harmful to your…
If you are planning to sell or rent your home, scheduling an open house is a good way to bring prospective buyers or renters. This gives you a chance to showcase your home to many different people at one time and get the best offer. “Staging” is often used in the real estate industry to…
Gorgeous flowers and certain vegetables require some planning to grow. Plants with bulbs often need to be planted the previous fall to enjoy the bounty the next year. If you want many of the favorite spring flowers or hardy plants like garlic, you need to plan ahead and plant in the fall. Why do bulbs…
