One spring morning a few years ago, I woke up and realized that I needed to update my yard. I was tired of looking at all of the boring, outdated flowerbeds, so I decided to head to the hardware store to purchase some great yard tools and some new plants. It was a little pricey to get started, but when I got home and started working, I was really impressed with how well it started to came together. This blog is all about improving your landscaping, even if you don't have a lot of experience with yard work in the first place.
Posted on: 5 May 2016
Landscaping on a slope can present challenges for homeowners. Keeping plants in place and preventing erosion are two main concerns for people who own sloped properties. Knowing what you can do to properly landscape your yard can help you plan the garden that you want. Plant Ground Cover Ground cover is the easy landscaping solution for homeowners who want a low-maintenance plant that will be attractive and will also prevent erosion. [Read More]
Posted on: 4 May 2016
The spring season is a good time to remove an old weedy lawn and replace it with fresh sod. You have to remove the old lawn and resurface it before you lay the new sod. Removing the old lawn and preparing the surface is necessary to keep the sod pieces flat as you lay them down on the lawn and to help the roots of the grass in the sod grow into the dirt on the lawn. [Read More]
Posted on: 3 May 2016
Taking care of your lawn might seem like a simple task, but it may be something that you need to be cautious about doing. Working in the front or backyard is one of the easiest ways to expose yourself to insects that can bite and cause allergic reactions. Fire ants have painful stings, and it is not uncommon for those who are allergic to experience major swelling. If you are allergic to fire ant bites and have lots of mounds in your yard, you should get professional lawn care to handle all of your lawn-related needs. [Read More]
Posted on: 2 May 2016
When you live in the city, you don't always have the same landscaping options as people in more rural neighborhoods. Smaller yards and greater proximity to other people's property mean less room for tree roots and canopies to spread as they grow. However, while your design space is more limited, trees are still important for city neighborhoods – they help buffer noise, reduce pollution and counter the "heat island effect" that often occurs in urban areas. [Read More]