Why is Mowing Wet Grass a Bad Idea

Most of us find mowing the lawn a burden. For many, it brings back memories of the Sisyphean chores of youth where the job was begrudgingly done in the hopes of a bit of pocket money. Any excuse to avoid or put off the task would be employed, much to the elders’ chagrin. If still […]
What are the Best Plants for Landscaping Shady Yards?

If you happen to have an overly shady yard it doesn’t necessarily mean that it will be impossible to grow plants. You’ll just have to rely more on the types of plants that do well in the shade.
How to Create Privacy in Your Yard with Landscaping

Looking to make your urban backyard a little more private? Try these landscaping tricks!
The Top Five Components of Great Landscaping

By understanding these 5 simple components of landscaping, you can easily and simply create a breathtaking space.
Five Tricks To Make Your Landscaping Look Expensive

To help you create an upscale outdoor space on the cheap, we’ve put together a list of five tricks to make your landscaping look expensive.
How to Choose a Garden Border for Your Landscaping

Garden borders are both functional and fashionable; they help to keep the soil in place while reducing erosion and also act as an eye catching delineation between one part of your yard and another.
Top Tips For Planting Around Windows

While plants look great around most areas of our houses, you have to think of them a bit differently when they’re placed close to your windows. For some top tips for planting around windows, check out this list. Mature Plant Size It’s important to know how large your plants will grow before setting them in […]
Four Important Things to Consider When Planning Your Landscaping Design

Putting in a bit of thought before spending a bunch of money can result in a much more cohesive and pleasing landscape design. In this article we’ll discuss four important things to consider when planning your landscape design.
How to Evaluate Colour in Landscaping Design Projects

Colour plays an integral role in landscaping design. The colours chosen for plants, hardscaping and other accessories will lend a specific mood to the space. What that mood is is up to you. But how to achieve that mood is largely dictated by your use of colour.
5 New Year’s Resolutions for Gardeners

To help you out with your new year garden planning, we’ve put together a list of 5 New Year’s resolutions for gardeners.