The best landscaping designs tend to be those that are carefully planned before the work begins. A cohesive landscape design requires forethought and a finished concept before the breaking of ground, rather than the enthusiastic addition of disparate features that may not work together when taken in as a whole. Before you begin the actual…
Roses are beautiful as cut flowers in vases. However, the cut flower variety is only a small portion of the many different types of roses available. Roses can grow on large bushes that can be over five feet tall. They can also grow in short bushes under three feet tall. They can have multiple layers…
Annuals, as is evident in the name, are flowering plants which generally do not regenerate themselves; they die out after one season. Although this creates more expense than perennials, which last multiple seasons, the beautiful varieties available in annual selections keeps them a favorite choice for landscape designs. Below are listed some of the choice…
Perennials are an important part of most landscape designs. Their natural reproduction makes for minimal maintenance on an annual basis. Choosing perennials with different colors, heights and blooming schedules can create a flowering landscape that is full of variety and color. Below are some the most popular perennial flowering plants. Blanket Flower – These flowers…
As spring looms on the horizon, homeowner’s minds often turn towards their plans for outdoor living in and gardening. For those who particularly enjoy floral blooms as part of their landscape design, the debate often rages between whether to plant perennials, which will resurface each year, or to plant annuals, which must be replenished once…
Two of the most important aspects of landscaping maintenance are ensuring that your lawn is adequately fertilized, and that it is kept free of pesky weeds. That’s why weed & feed products, which are marketed as both weed control and fertilizer in one product, are so popular with many homeowners. The idea of streamlining lawn…
You may have an impressive eye for design and quite a green thumb, but choosing to hire a professional landscaper is still probably a better solution for you and your property in the long run. There are a variety of reasons why a professional landscaper is a smarter choice, and can even be a more…
While the color “green” probably comes to mind when you think of landscaping, you may be surprised to learn that “green” landscaping can also refer to an eco-friendly, efficient design that reduces your energy use and helps to support the environment while adding beauty to your property. In fact, the Department of Energy lists efficient…
“Landscaping” is a term known to most homeowners, even if they’re not quite sure how to go about executing the concept on their own. When you think of landscaping, you probably envision a lush lawn with beautiful pathways and plenty of plant life. Hardscaping encompasses everything in that vision that isn’t a living thing. Fencing,…
When it comes to maintaining a beautifully landscaped garden, ensuring the proper balance of moisture is key. A lawn and landscaping plan that doesn’t retain enough water will either suffer in dry conditions, or require heavy watering throughout the warmer months. Lawns that retain water too well can collect moisture in damaging ways, such as…
