Tag: Landscaping

Landslides are caused by soil erosion and heavy rainfall. If your property has any slopes, it's important to check for signs of erosion so you can avoid the risk of causing a landslide. Here are three ways you can prevent erosion damage and landslides in your own yard: Plant Densely An abundance of deep-rooted vegetation is the best...

Erosion

Gardening

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Posted on 06/11/2023

Designing container gardens for beginners

If you’re low on outdoor space, creating container gardens...

Container Garden

Container Gardening

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Posted on 05/28/2023

How to add value to your home: Upgrades with the best ROI

Whether you’re a homeowner or a real estate investor, it’s...

Energy Efficiency

Home Upgrades

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Posted on 06/19/2022

Planning & designing a landscape: For beginners

There are many factors that go into designing a landscape - for beginners, the number of options can be overwhelming. How do you choose the best plants and where to plant them? How do you arrange your yard in an aesthetically pleasing but functional way? Luckily, there are some basics you can follow to get started in beginner...

Garden Design

Gardening

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Posted on 05/15/2022

Lawn moss: What it's saying about your lawn

Lawn moss is often described as an irritation for many homeowners. But what if it was more than an annoyance? What if the moss growing among your lawn grasses was simply a message your lawn was trying to get to you? What could it possibly be saying? And how can homeowners decipher these messages? Here are a few...

Grass Lawn

Landscaping

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Posted on 02/13/2022

3 DIY Garden Wall Ideas

There are many reasons a garden wall can be beneficial to your outdoor space. Garden walls can help define and separate areas of the yard, add privacy and improve the view. You can even combine other features like outdoor fireplaces, lighting or water features to efficiently use the space while adding functionality. If you’re thinking about building a...

DIY

Garden

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Posted on 12/05/2021

Consider Hiring a Contractor for These Backyard Upgrades

Real estate professionals point to curb appeal as a critical factor in attracting offers and increasing resale value. While a well-manicured lawn and flowering gardens are wonderful assets, homeowners may also want to consider investing in backyard improvements. Too often, homeowners spend weekends laboring in their front yards and hire contractors to remodel the interior of the home....

Backyard

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Posted on 10/03/2021

Garden Edging 101

Photo by Matt Chen on Unsplash Garden edging is an aspect of landscaping design that serves both practical and aesthetic purposes. You can use edging as a decorative border around plant and flower beds, pathways and lawns using a variety of materials. Here we will go over some of the key benefits of garden edging as well as...

Gardening

Exterior

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