A professional landscaping job will add curb appeal and monetary value to your home. A well-landscaped yard also increases your personal enjoyment of your home, which can be priceless. But if you’re considering hiring a landscaping company, it can be confusing to sort through your options. In order to choose the service that best suits…
Even the most novice of gardeners has heard that applying fertilizer is essential to the success of any landscaping project. And yet, a lot of you are still skipping this vital step. If you’re wondering why fertilizer is so important, read on:
In most home gardens, roses bloom and provide the most color during the spring and fall months. But during the hot summer months of June, July, and August, rose bushes often do not look their best. Colors may be less vibrant, and blooms may be smaller due to lower petal count. It’s important to provide…
Backyards have truly become an extension of the home. When properly planned and landscaped, your backyard can provide additional space for recreation and entertaining guests. You’ll enjoy your home more, and add monetary value to the property as well. But before you jump into adding recreational space to your yard, it’s best to do a…
We want to provide you with the landscape design of your dreams, but we also understand that budget can impact the design process. For those of you who want to invest in a valuable upgrade to your homes, but may not have enough cash saved to achieve all you want, we offer two affordable financing…
Once you’ve invested time, money, and sweat into your garden, you’re no doubt eager to show it off! Flowers are blooming this time of year, offering some great photography opportunities. Follow these garden photography tips, and you’ll have beautiful photos to share on Facebook – or print and use them to decorate your home!
Each year, the U.S. Small Business Administration honors local small businesses and entrepreneurs for their contributions to the economic well-being of our country. Small Business Week was established in 1963 in order to recognize the importance of small businesses, and to reward those who have made a positive impact on their communities. More than half…
Spring is here, and the tulips are blooming! Flower gardens are beautiful to look at, but for the practical-minded among you, a vegetable garden might hold more appeal. Not only can you grow something you’ll actually use in your home, but you’ll save money on groceries and promote healthier eating habits for your family as…
With spring in full bloom and summer on the way, you may be dreaming of hosting outdoor parties for your loved ones. Food is often the centerpiece of a party, and what could be more fun than cooking for your guests in your new outdoor kitchen? If you’re considering this addition to your home, we…
March 20 marks the official beginning of spring, although even with this year’s mild winter, you’ve probably been daydreaming about it for a few months. It’s time to start preparing for spring planting. Follow these tips to get your yard – and yourself – ready for the new season.
Did you know that each year, over 100,000 people call poison control centers with concerns over exposure to toxic plants? Often these misadventures don’t happen on camping trips, as you might imagine. Some of the most poisonous plants in California are also commonly found in our gardens! While most are generally harmless as long as…
If you want to add a few trees to your landscaping, you might feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of options. One of the first decisions you need to make is between evergreen or deciduous trees. Both types of tree offer benefits and challenges, but one will be more likely to fit each of the…
When you think of landscaping, your mind may automatically jump to lush plants, stone walkways, or patios where you can entertain your guests. You probably also realize that you will need to provide a source of water to your plants in order to keep them healthy. However, there is a third component of a well-planned…
When planning your landscaping project, it’s important to keep in mind the life spans of the plants you choose. You will need to budget and make a plan to replace certain plants according to their expected life spans, so consider future needs when choosing and placing your plants.
As with most home-improvement projects, planning is a critical step with landscaping. Taking the time to plan before diving into your project will ensure long-lasting, attractive, and healthy landscaping. Developing a plan will also save you time and money down the road, as your landscape matures.