2016

Starting Rosemary From Seed To Enhance Your Landscape

One of the most unique things about working fresh herb plants into your landscape is the fragrance that you enjoy throughout the growing season. One particularly fragrant plant that looks elegant in any landscape is rosemary. Rosemary is an evergreen hedge-like herb plant, and the woody stems of the plant help it hold up to demanding environments. Although it's a warm-weather plant, it is tolerant of colder climates as well. Here's a look at what you need to know to plant rosemary as part of your landscape. Read More 

Landscaping Tips For Shaded Yards

If your yard space is primarily shaded by larger trees, other homes, or fences, this doesn't mean that you need to give up on your landscaping. There are plenty of landscaping options that can cater to a shaded space. Here are four ideas for landscaping when sunshine might not hit your yard much during the day. 1. Less Grass and More Mulch If you have patchy grasses on the sides of your walls or around trees because these areas aren't getting the sunlight they need, stop fighting this uphill battle. Read More 

From Winter Blues To Summer Green – 5 Cheap Ways To Spruce Up Your Lawn

After a long winter, your yard may be looking a little less than ready for a summer of use and fun. But if your budget doesn't allow for a big makeover to give it a new life, there are still a lot of ways you can spruce up your lawn cheaply or even for free. Here are 5 ideas anyone can use.  Feed it. You don't need expensive or harsh fertilizers to get a greener lawn. Read More 

Reasons Why You May Need A Retaining Wall And Tips For Installing One

If you are trying to landscape your yard and there is a slope, you can install a retaining wall to level things out for you. A retaining wall works very well for this purpose, but you may not be aware of how it can protect your home from becoming damaged. Here is some more information about installing a retaining wall. Prevent Water Damage A retaining wall can stop water from flowing into your basement. Read More 

3 Reasons To Hire A Professional Tree Removal Company

Do you have an old tree that is large and takes up lot of space in your yard? If you have decided to remove the tree, it might be a good idea to hire a professional company to perform the task on your behalf so it will get done in a smooth manner. Take a look at the article below for a few of the reasons why hiring a tree removal service is in your best interest. Read More