Even in mild climates, winter can still bring some cool temperatures which can affect the plants in your yard. There are a few preventative tasks you can perform to protect your lawn, plants and landscaping through the winter. Taking the time now to give your lawn a little attention can ensure that, come spring, your…
Spring isn’t the only season for seasonal planting. In fact, many plants and trees root even better if they are planted in the fall. In mild areas like the southeast, fall can be the ideal time to plant several varieties of trees and bushes. So before you put away your gardening tools, consider adding some…
If you have decorative ponds, waterfalls or other outdoor water features, it’s important to make sure they’re ready for the colder months ahead. Even in mild climate regions, there can be some periods where temperatures will drop below freezing. To protect your investment in these beautiful accents to your yard, take the time to perform…
With the days becoming shorter and shorter, now is a good time to consider adding extra outdoor lighting. Outdoor lights can be used to illuminate sidewalks and entrances, offering safety and security. Plus, lights can add a beautiful glow outside your home during those long winter nights. Before it gets any colder, now is the…
You know fall has arrived when you begin to see more leaves on your lawn than grass. While you may be tempted to just wait until all the leaves have fallen to begin removing them, this can impede the healthy growth of your lawn. Fall is the ultimate time for grass to replenish after the…
Those beautiful early spring flowers, like tulips and lilies, don’t just magically appear come April and May. They are strategically planted in the fall, so when the first warm weather hits, these bright and beautiful flowers are one of the first to bloom to welcome spring. If you want to be the envy of the…
All the wet winter weather can wreak havoc on your property if it’s without proper drainage. Retaining or retention ponds are a common solution used to drain excess storm water away from your home and expensive landscaping to protect your property. With winter approaching, now is the time to inspect your retaining pond to ensure…
Dogs love to dig, and no area as inviting to bury that bone than the soft planting soil used in landscaping and garden areas. They also love to nibble on plants or dig them up, creating the potential for further damage. You love your dog, but you also love the beautiful lawn you’ve worked so…
No matter where you live in the country, winters tend to bring in plenty of moisture. Rain or snow, the wet weather can create run-off which can cause erosion around any sloping areas of your lawn. Not only can this make a mess of your landscaping, it can also cause larger problems which can even…
Slopes and hills on your property can cause drainage issues capable of destroying your lawn and plants, as well as endangering your home. While there are many drainage solutions available to the average homeowner, none are quite as beautiful as a dry creek bed. Using rocks from your favorite landscape supply store, you can create…
