Maintaining rich green landscapes, especially during the dry months of summer, can be a challenge. Good organic practice is at the heart of keeping things green and thriving. It requires planning, good soil with proper amendments, and careful mowing and pruning. Here is a few suggestions for keeping your landscaping green all growing season long.…
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Here are 7 different ways to recycle grass clippings back into the lawn. Cut grass to the proper height. Never cut your lawn too short. Studies show that taller grass is healthier grass. More of the leaf surface is exposed to the sun and the longer grass shades the soil, helping to slow evaporation. A rule…
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MAXIMIZE YOUR SPACE Just because there’s less square footage, doesn’t mean that you can’t have all the same elements that a large property may have. Carefully designed hardscaping, water features and fire pits can work in small spaces too. Once you decide how you plan to use the space, the next step is to create…
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SAFETY Whenever you’re around a fire, you should take some precautions. One safety measure you can keep in mind is wearing appropriate clothing. Even though you’ll probably be wearing heavier clothing because of the cold weather, it’s important to make sure that it’s not excessively baggy. Drooping sleeves can catch fire in the blink of…
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Hardscaping improves the functionality of your outdoor living space, adds value to your property and has an undeniable aesthetic appeal. Patios, walkways, driveways, outdoor kitchens, fire features and more all fall under the hardscaping umbrella. Choosing one or more of these elements will take your landscape to the next level while serving a myriad of…
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By definition, groundcover is any low growing, perennial plant that covers open soil and replaces either weeds or turf. A carefully selected perennial groundcover is an often overlooked, underappreciated landscape feature. BENEFITS Groundcover plants can be an extremely valuable component of your landscape. Once established they serve as a low maintenance, living weed barrier. They…
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Work with a Strategy Before stepping ahead towards a landscaping plan, make a strategy. If is a good idea to check with licensed landscaping contractors, local nurseries and neighbors with nice landscapes. Make a note of what plants and trees will suit your region best and will showcase your homes architecture as well. These can…
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* Before you buy new edging, be sure to measure the area/areas you are working in to ensure you have enough edging for your yard. Spade-cut Edging For the simplest type of border, choose spade-cut edging. This involves using an edging tool called a spade to dig a narrow trench around the outside of the…
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Now is actually a great time to think about your warm weather landscaping plans. Even if you didn’t find the time or inclination to plant last fall, planning for Summer is still an achievable goal. This is true if you want to include native plants in your landscape design. ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF NATIVE PLANTS…
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Simply put, a retaining wall is a free-standing barrier. This barrier prevents dirt and sediment from succumbing to the forces of gravity. That means a retaining wall can keep dirt where it is needed instead of letting it wash away. Retaining wall conversations typically include words such as: “slope”, “gravity” and “gradation.” Retaining walls are…
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