There’s a difference between a backyard that exists and one that actually lives. When you start adding fire features, an outdoor kitchen, and a patio that’s more than just a slab of concrete, things shift. You stop using your backyard just to mow it and start using it to live. You’re not interested in copying […]
Continue ReadingHome » Archive by category "Tips"
Author Archives: Arbor Hills Trees & Landscaping
Top Landscaping Trends for 2025: Ideas to Elevate Your Omaha Outdoor Space
Are you thinking about giving your home a facelift this summer? If so, we’ve got something for you. We’ve been keeping an eye on the hottest upcoming landscaping trends in Omaha outdoor spaces for 2025. From sleek, modern design elements unique to the Nebraskan climate to organic, nature-driven concepts, there are a multitude of creative […]
Continue Reading
Preparing Your Yard For The Summer Heat
Summer heat can take a toll on your yard—quickly turning lush lawns brown and making delicate plants struggle to survive. If you are not careful (or experienced), you are looking at a severe risk! Properly preparing your yard for summer will ensure your landscape stays healthy, vibrant, and drought-resistant, even in the hottest months. In […]
Continue Reading
Preparing Your Landscape for Winter: Essential Fall Maintenance Tips
As fall colors brighten, then fade, and days grow shorter, thoughts turn toward readying your landscape for winter. Fall is an ideal time to give your yard extra care so it stays healthy and blooms beautifully when spring rolls around again. Autumn’s not only a time for reflection; it’s the season to safeguard the yard […]
Continue Reading
What Makes a Good Planter Box?
Are you thinking about adding more plants to your yard, but you don’t have the flowerbed space? Consider building a few planters for your new flowers and shrubs. A planter box is easy to make, with minimal DIY skills required. Learn what makes a good planter box and follow these tips to build a stylish […]
Continue Reading
Should You Rake Leaves or Mulch Them?
Autumn is a wonderful time of year. The leaves on the trees change their hue, bathing the neighborhood in splashes of scarlet and gold. Eventually, the trees shed their foliage and falling leaves end up on the lawn. So, should you rake fallen leaves or mulch them back into the yard? Should You Rake Leaves […]
Continue Reading
What Can I Prune Back In The Fall?
Fall is the ideal time to prune certain plants and trees to ensure their health throughout winter and early spring months. During early fall, as the vibrant hues of summer start to fade, it’s a great moment to think about preparing your garden for the coming winter and the burst of growth that will occur […]
Continue Reading
Low Maintenance Landscaping Ideas For Busy Homeowners
Your home is your castle, so you want it to look its best. Curb appeal matters for your home’s look, but with a busy schedule, keeping up with landscaping feels overwhelming. For a homeowner with a busy schedule, maintaining a well-kept yard can be challenging. Being time-strapped doesn’t mean you have to neglect your outdoor […]
Continue Reading
How Do I Turn My Backyard into a Playground?
Imagine relaxing in the lounge and listening to the laughter and joy of your children as they play in the yard. Is there any better feeling for a parent? Give your kids a backyard playground, and you’ll keep them entertained for years. We put together this post to give you a few ideas on how […]
Continue Reading
Protect your Lawn and Plants from Japanese Beetles
Do you have issues with Japanese beetles eating your lawn and plants? These tiny insects will decimate your flowers and shrubs if left unattended. These inch-long beetles love eating rose bushes and dine on hundreds of other garden species. Japanese beetles are common in the Midwestern and Eastern United States and arrived in the 1910s […]
Continue Reading