If you are heading to the landscape supply store to shop for soil for your outdoor project, be ready to see a wide variety. You may just want “soil,” but there is a big difference between garden soil vs top soil and other types. Depending on the project, you may need to ensure you get…
The dandelion is the nemesis of many lawns. These weeds are prolific and aggressive, often taking over entire yards with their invasive nature. If you are fighting dandelions in your yard, you need the right dandelion killers. What is the best dandelion killer that won’t kill grass? Let’s go over the options. There is a…
Sod is the easiest way to plant a new lawn. Unlike planting grass seed and nurturing it for months, sod is mature turf grass that is ready to roll out onto prepared soil. If you are creating a new lawn with sod, you need to know the different types of sod available, and which will…
When you are struggling to achieve a thick lawn, sod installation can be a fast and effective solution. However, it does involve a significant investment into your lawn. If you are considering sod to create a new lawn, you may have questions like, “How long does sod last?” Here is what you need to know.…
Whether it is accidental overspray or graffiti, if you have paint on your sidewalk or driveway, it can be a pain to remove. The good news is that it is possible to clean your concrete and make it look new again. If you want to know how to get spray paint off the concrete, here…
When you have a rose garden, you will enjoy the benefits of beautiful flowers for a few months or more every year. But you will also experience a plethora of rose petals falling after each flower has fully bloomed. Once the roses deteriorate, do you know what to do with rose petals? It seems like…
Winter can come with snow storms that can pile up snow and ice everywhere you look. One place where snow can cause the most damage is on the roof of your home. If you have snow accumulated on your roof, it can lead to many problems. Here is what you need to know about how…
Stone is a fantastic material for all types of outdoor hardscapes, including driveways. If you are resurfacing your driveway, natural stone can offer a wide selection of options to provide an even, functional and beautiful surface. From cost-friendly gravel to gorgeous marble pavers, there is an option for every budget and style. Determining what is…
If you have a sprinkler or irrigation system that is connected to a public water system, you should know about irrigation backflow preventers. Depending on where you live, it may be required to add a backflow irrigation device to prevent contamination of the public water supply. What is a backflow preventer, and should you have…
One of the key components of a beautiful landscape design is proper drainage. You may not see most drain rock, but it is an important underlying material for many landscaping projects. From paved patios to French drains, drainage rock is needed to manage water and erosion. Let’s take a look at what is drainage rock…
