Common Landscaping Mistakes
Neglecting Curb Appeal Never underestimate the power of curb appeal. Many homeowners put all of their energy into the backyard, but the front of the house is where first impressions…
Fall Seeding
With September here, and cooler temperatures last week, now is a great time to seed your lawn. Beginning of fall is the best time to seed, aerate and slit seed,…
Making Your Landscaping Pop for Winter
Plant Evergreens Evergreens come in other colors, such as yellows and blues, so the name is somewhat misleading. Evergreen means they keep their leaves or needles year round, and the…
Some Common Landscaping Mistakes
Neglecting Cub Appeal Never underestimate the power of curb appeal. Many homeowners put all of their energy into the backyard, but the front of the house is where first impressions…
Gardening for Health and Happiness
In today’s world this is important for everyone, but especially for children. The American Academy of Pediatrics and the University of California Medical School came to the same conclusion after…
Edible Flowers
Would you like to eat your landscaping? There are a variety of plants that are edible. They are not regular ingredients in salads, but you can snack on them when…
New Year New Yard
It is never too early to start planning new things for your yard and landscaping. The first thing to do is to look around and decide on what you want…
What Is and What Is Not Compostable
Food and lawn waste makes up 25% of all waste in landfills. These natural materials are biodegradable, but they do not break down in landfills properly because they are so…
Raking Leaves: Yes or No?
In recent years, the environmental impacts of raking have become increasingly well known. Yard debris accounts for 13% of the nation’s solid waste! Every fall re-introduces many seasonal favorites that…
Winter is Coming!
How do you add texture, color, and beauty to your yard during the winter? With careful planning during spring, summer, and fall and adding a few easy accents during winter,…