Many people have a DIY attitude, and that is certainly admirable. If you have a few little things around the house that you want to change and update, or if you want to grow your own vegetable and herb garden, it’s easy enough to do. However, some people take that DIY attitude a bit too…
Whether you’re looking at wood fences, chain link or ornamental iron, fencing adds value to your property and lifestyle. Take the time to carefully plan for a fence and the finished project will be more attractive and affordable. Talk to your neighbors before contacting your local fence company. They may be willing to split the…
If you have been thinking of adding something that’s a bit different to your landscape design, then consider water features. There are many options from which you can choose when you are adding water features to your yard. A water feature that’s right for your landscape design depends on a number of things including the…
Serenity fountains are a hot item for indoor décor right now. They are small perpetual fountains that can add the real sound of running water to your bedroom, den or office. They’re called serenity fountains because the soft sound of trickling water has a soothing and calming affect for most people. The same is true…
As with any system you install, your lawn irrigation system does require maintenance and occasional repairs. General maintenance is usually scheduled bi-annually, once before and once after cold weather that could potentially drop below the freezing point. This includes the draining and blow-out of the pipes throughout the sprinkler system so that no water is…
Spring may still be a few weeks away, but it is not too early to begin thinking about your lawn and garden. Most importantly, you want to start planning on including some spring flowers to add color and beauty to your landscaping scene. Hues of blue, red, orange, pink and yellow can really brighten up…
Many homeowners make the mistake of skipping the important step of springtime lawn aerating. Good aerating is essential to the health of every lawn. Aerating the soil is important to relieve soil compaction. During the winter, the soil becomes compacted and it’s difficult for your lawn’s root system to grow. By loosening up the soil,…
Extend your time in the backyard or out on the porch by installing quality outdoor lighting. These low voltage or solar lighting systems provide the ideal amount of illumination in the area, without seeming too bright and glaring. Affordable to operate and often reasonably priced for both the set and installation, exterior lighting is something…
A fire place is not just for indoors any more. More and more people are incorporating outdoor fireplaces or fire pits into their landscape design. One reason for this is that many people do not want to spend all their money on creating a beautiful yard and then not get a chance to enjoy it…
When it comes to landscape design, the only limitations are how much room you have and what you can afford. Waterfalls, fireplaces, ponds, fountains and lighting are all ways to turn a dull landscape into an exciting outdoor scene. Of course, like most designs, you need to start off with a plan. You need to…
