A crackling, fragrant fire makes cool nights seem cozy and warm, both indoors and out. While many homeowners integrate the seasonal delight of an open fire with fire pits or chimineas, full outdoor fireplaces are a permanent installation that will change the overall feel of your entire property. These large structures can be a part…
Doing your part to save the environment is more than a passing fad. It’s a way of life for many, and an integral to the success and health of future generations. There’s more to green living than recycling and carpooling, though. You may be surprised to learn that the right landscape design can also be…
The creative placement of plants and trees is an important part of a good landscaping design, but the addition of water features can help you to build a truly great landscape. Waterfalls, koi ponds, streams and fountains make your property a more soothing, inviting place and add an additional layer of visual interest. With the…
One of the best ways to protect your lawn is with a well-planned and implemented irrigation system, as regular watering and fertilization is essential to the maintenance of a healthy and beautiful landscape. Keeping your lawn and landscaping green not only enhances the beauty of your home but also increases the value of your home.…
While laying down fresh sod can be the preferred method of ensuring a beautiful lawn, it is not a guarantee of pristine perfection. Constant maintenance is required after sod installation to keep it watered until its root system is established and to ensure that no fungal diseases become evident. Sod also can become damaged. If…
Many people hesitate to install pavers because the initial cost could be higher than over alternatives. However, the advantages are many and should be weighed against that cost over the long term. Pavers today come with great design flexibility; their many shapes and colors allow for creativity in design patterns and visual appeal. Their beauty…
Broken sprinkler heads are one of the most common problems associated with automatic lawn irrigation systems. When your irrigation system is on, broken sprinkler heads can be spotted either by the lack of spray, erratic spray or the head fails to pop up out of the ground altogether. Sprinkler heads can get broken off when…
Today’s patios are artistically creative additions to your overall landscaping plans. When blended with other hardscapes such as your garden walking paths, steps leading down from your deck or heading toward your water feature, they can have a major impact in literally transforming the look, and feel, of your backyard retreat. Your local landscaping professional…
More and more people are enjoying the outside of their home, especially during the spring, summer and fall seasons. As a result there is a great deal of interest in turning areas on the exterior of the home into outdoor living spaces, where families can gather to relax and be with each other. Many people…
When done correctly, water features will enhance the overall appeal of any residential or commercial property. However, it is critical that the water feature be properly designed, installed and maintained by a qualified lanscape contractor who understands how the water feature will interact with the existing landscaping on the property. In addition, technical considerations such…
