Category: Landscaping Outdoor Decorating

Maple trees are revered species that provide reliable shade on hot summer days, sweet maple sap in the fall, and beauty to whatever landscape they call home. But sometimes, it is necessary to move a Maple tree from one place to another, which is a process called transplanting. Transplanting can be a risky project, especially […]

For many around the country, putting up Christmas decorations is a cold and slippery job. Your fingers get cold trying to hang lights on brittle and cold hooks, and what if you put the string of lights on the roof the wrong way? You know, with the plug on the opposite side of the house […]

Trees can contribute to the overall appearance of your front yard perhaps more than almost any other part of your landscaping design. Unfortunately, many new homes that are now being built come with almost no trees on the property at all, or at least very few. This leaves it up to the homeowner to come […]

This article is not about what size of pump to choose, it is about comparing costs between pumps of the same size, in terms of their up-front cost and running costs. To read about what size pump to choose, see the article on Filtration and Pumps. The cost of running a pump is dependent on […]

Landscaping and landscape design goes beyond just creating beautiful designs. As a professional designer, it’s not only my job to create designs but also to envision every possibility of the mature landscape in years to come. And while most elements will remain what they are for years to come, the one thing that most do […]

Taking care of your lawn is a difficult and tedious task, specifically as it necessitates mowing, fertilizing, trimming, curing, and more. If left alone, your lawn can get dry and die. Having to deal with these things, is time consuming and stressful especially when you know little about caring for your lawn. Your best option […]

When most people think of landscaping, they think of a beautifully decorated front yard. But what about the back? There are many reasons why you should consider backyard landscaping, if you have not already. Some of them include: – To enjoy for yourself. Wouldn’t it be great to sit out on your sun deck and […]

A lawn is one of the perfect places for both humans and pets. It’s a great area for individuals and families to play with their dogs and engage in other fun activities. Unfortunately, dogs will want to do something else on your yard: urinate on it. Dog pee isn’t one of the healthiest things for […]

Every home should be planned with a view to making it maintenance free as much as possible. Not many have time or interest in gardening but pleasant surroundings make any house into a comfortable home. Landscaping is, therefore, essential to get right but not necessarily to cost a fortune. Simple ideas and working with the […]