Moisture retention, insulation, and weed suppression; mulch is a vital component of a healthy landscape. While wood mulch has long been the go-to choice, in recent years, rubber mulch has become increasingly popular. Whether you’re freshening up your garden beds or you’re planting an entirely new one, you might be trying to decide if rubber […]
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Xeriscaping: Landscaping with Less Water
Looking to create a vibrant, drought-resistant landscape that’s the talk of the town? Then xeriscaping is the ultimate answer you’ve been searching for! Say goodbye to watering woes and hello to a stunning outdoor oasis that thrives on minimal moisture. From succulents to cacti, xeriscaping offers endless possibilities for creating a unique, sustainable, and low-maintenance […]
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Common Landscaping Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Many homeowners spend thousands of dollars on landscaping during the year. However, they take a DIY approach to the project and choose to avoid consulting with a professional landscaper in the hope of savings on the costs of landscaping their property. This DIY approach results in several problems with their landscaping and needing a professional […]
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Can I Just Throw Down Wildflower Seeds?
Wildflowers come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. Their vibrant beauty not only creates a stunning display, but they also serve as a wonderful source of food for bees, butterflies, ladybugs, hummingbirds, and other pollinators that help other plants grow. As if that wasn’t enough, you don’t need to invest a whole lot of effort […]
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Is It Better to Put Mulch or Rocks Around a House?
Adding landscaping material around the base of your house offers many benefits. In addition to enhancing the aesthetic appeal of your property, it also helps to improve the soil, and acts as a weed barrier; those are a few of the advantages. Wood mulch and rock are two of the most popular landscaping materials, and […]
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What Makes a Fire Pit Smokeless?
At first glance, the term smokeless fire pit might seem like an oxymoron. After all, you don’t get smoke without fire, right? While that’s true, it’s possible to dramatically reduce the smoke produced by the fire pit by using a smokeless model. What makes a fire pit smokeless, and how do they work? In this […]
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How to Add Outdoor Lighting
Whether you want to enhance the curb appeal of your home, increase your safety and security, or continue enjoying your outdoor living spaces after the sun goes down, installing outdoor lighting can help you achieve your goal. From floodlights to hanging fixtures, and even outdoor wall sconces, there’s no shortage of options when it comes […]
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How to Fix a Sloped Yard with Landscaping Walls
Does your backyard slope toward your property? You may benefit from a fantastic view or added privacy, but it won’t take long to notice that a sloped backyard can also pose real challenges. Rainfall and snow will flow down your sloped landscape and can threaten your home’s foundation. Over time, this leads to erosion and […]
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How Do I Choose the Right Landscape Rock?
You’ll find thousands of posts on the internet all about landscaping. The one thing that they all have in common is this: nobody said that landscaping was going to be easy. Most people realize this in their first ten minutes of a home landscaping job. Even when completed with expert assistance, landscaping can leave you […]
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At Home Family Photoshoot: Landscaping Ideas
A family photoshoot doesn’t always have to be an expensive production with a professional photographer and a venue. If you want to capture some of the best family portraits, you can do it right at home. This way, your memories get to include where you spend most of your time as a family instead of […]
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