Understanding Plant Hardiness Zones

Plant Hardiness Zones & How to Choose The Best Plants for Your Zone

Even for the most veteran gardeners, landscaping and gardening can feel like a rollercoaster ride. One minute, your yard is beautiful and lush, full of thriving greenery, and the next, leaves are falling early, and things just aren’t blooming the way they’re supposed to. Plants, trees, and shrubs can be temperamental, high-maintenance, and fussy at…

Landscaping with rock and natural stone

How to Landscape with Rocks & Natural Stones

Rocks and natural stones can do so much to enhance the look of your landscape and solve many everyday landscaping needs. Unlike some trees/shrubs/plants, they look the same year-round, help with stabilization and retainment, and are nature’s sculptures. We’ve put together some information about some of the many different types of rock and stones out…

Hardscaping Vs Softscaping

Hardscaping vs. Softscaping: What You Should Know

Do you stroll through your neighborhood eyeing the beautiful landscaping of your neighbors, wishing you could turn your yard into something more than a patch of grass? Landscape planning and design can feel like one of the most daunting parts of homeownership, whether you are a first-time homeowner or have owned a home for years….

The Best Way To Remove Snow
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Best Way to Remove Snow

Snow removal can be a time-consuming process. Every year, snow accumulation can result in slippery surfaces, which can lead to personal injury or property damage. Thus, snow removal is not something to ignore. This issue should be given priority during the winter on your property since it can cause injuries. In addition, snow accumulation may…

Do You Need A Retaining Wall?
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Do I Need a Retaining Wall?

A retaining wall holds or retains soil behind it. While a retaining wall installation can seem like an enormous project, the process can actually be relatively pain-free when performed by experienced professionals. A well-made retaining wall can last for decades, so long as it is properly maintained. While materials used vary with the purpose, size, material,…

Installing a proper base for pavers
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Best Base for Pavers

Pavers are slabs and blocks made from a wide variety of materials such as brick, concrete, flagstone, marble, travertine, porcelain, rubber and even plastic to create driveways, patios, pool decks, etc. Pavers can be a versatile, attractive addition to any outdoor residential project. Their ease of installation makes for a simple and efficient way to…