The Best Landscaping Ideas for Small Backyards
Just because you don’t have a lot of space in your backyard doesn’t mean it can’t be functional, elegant and spacious all at the same time. You just have to use some ingenuity and planning to make the best use of the space you have. In this article we’ve come up with a short list […]
Top Four Plants for Edible Landscaping
When most people think of landscaping they think of making an outdoor area look better. Rarely do they think about loading up their dinner plate or filling their larder. But it’s possible to make your yard look great while stocking your fridge with edibles at the same time. To provide some ideas on how to […]
Best Seasonal Front Yard Landscaping Ideas
Just because the summer is over, fall has crept in and winter is soon to come, doesn’t mean that you have to have a dull front yard with no colourful plants. There are still plenty of flowering and on-flowering plants that do well in the fall and serve to brighten up the facade of your […]
Four Steps for Fall Planting
It’s true that autumn is the time of harvest. But for certain species it can also be a great time for planting. Fall is an ideal time for root growth because the soil is typically warmer than the air above ground. Utilize these conditions to your advantage to get in some quick growers before winter […]
Five Impressive Landscaping Ideas for Small Spaces
When you don’t have a lot of space to work with, you need to be creative with your landscaping techniques. But just because you have a small yard doesn’t mean it can’t be beautiful. To help you work with your tiny area we’ve come up with five impressive landscaping ideas for small spaces. Dwarf Plants […]
How to Maintain Your Landscaping
Staying on top of your landscaping duties ensures that you’ll never be overwhelmed by your lawn, trees and plants. If you allow things to get out of hand you may find yourself overrun by chores and becoming daunted by the tasks that need to be taken care of. In order to prevent this from happening, […]
The Pros and Cons of Artificial Turf for Your Lawn
Artificial turf has become a popular substitute for real live grass on many people’s lawns. Proponents claim that artificial turf is the environmentally responsible alternative to the water and labour intensive realities of real grass. However, those who prefer a living lawn decry the use of artificial turf as an ugly coverup of nature. In […]
The Four Best Plants for a Rock Garden
Creating a rock garden in your yard is a great way to break up the monotony of a rolling lawn full of green grass. Not only will it create a great contrast, it’ll lessen your dependence on the water dependent grasses that need to be constantly mown throughout the summer. That said, even a rock […]
Pool Landscaping Tips that Increase Your Property Value
For most people, the installation of a swimming pool is an exciting time. Looking forward to spending time in and around the pool with family and friends on warm summer days is hard to beat. But one of the bonuses that comes with the addition of a swimming pool is a corresponding increase in property […]
5 Eco-Friendly Landscaping Design Tips
If you’re planning on upgrading the look of your backyard, you might want to consider an environmentally friendly way to do so. Everyone has a role to play in protecting the environment and how you set up the areas around your property can really make a difference when it comes to sustainability. In this article, […]