Preventing Winter Damage to Your Yard

Yard maintenance

The growing season is over, and it’s time to plan for freezing winter temperatures. Hopefully you’ve already brought any delicate potted plants indoors, and there’s salt and a snow shovel near at hand. There are also some measures that you’ll want to take in your yard to protect from the howling wind, snow, and sub-zero […]

Make Your Own Holiday Wreath

Wreath

Nothing is more festive than a holiday wreath, hung on a door or window to welcome in visitors. If you’re looking for a fun homemade project this year, consider making your own wreath to save on money and create a homespun holiday twist. What’s the History of Christmas Wreaths? Traditionally, Yuletide was celebrated around the […]

Ideas for a Festive Front Yard

Beautiful holiday porch

Now that we’ve hit the middle of November, all of us are starting to feel the telltale bite in the air that signals the Holiday season. Whether you’re someone who insists on waiting until after Thanksgiving to erect the Christmas decorations, or you want to get in the spirit of the holiday as soon as […]

Plant Bulbs and Perennials Now for Spring Color

Although most of us only think about planting our flowerbeds in the springtime, the truth is that fall usually works just as well. In fact, there are some distinct advantages to planting in the fall that spring can’t boast.

Hosting a Movie Night in Your Yard

Warm summer nights are the perfect time to enjoy a movie night under the stars. Whether you’re planning an event for a bunch of kids, young singles, or just for your own family, it’s an easy way to get people together and have a fun time while keeping planning to a minimum. Here are some […]

Are You Wasting Water?

You love your yard, but you hate seeing the water bill spike when summer comes around. Most of us spend 60% of our water supply on our yards. What if we told you that you could still have a lush, green lawn with a fraction of the water? Here are three simple things that will […]

How To Make Your Yard More Appealing Than Video Games

Girl doing a cartwheel in the yard

Close your eyes and think of some of your favorite childhood summer memories. Where do they take place? For most of us, the prime location for summer fun was our own backyard! But nowadays, it can be a challenge to get kids unplugged and outside. So how can you make your own backyard more appealing than […]

All About Outdoor Lighting

We often talk about creating dimensional lighting indoors, with a combination of ambient, accent, and task lighting. Outdoor lighting, however, tends to see far less attention. But without outdoor lighting, you can’t enjoy the beautiful landscaping surrounding your home once dusk hits. Here is a brief guide to outdoor lighting in landscaping and which portions […]

Tips for a Perfectly Manicured Lawn

There is truly nothing more satisfying to a hardworking homeowner than a freshly manicured lawn. When done right, your freshly mowed lawn can take on the look of lush, green carpet. Here are some essential lawn care tips that will help you up your lawn mowing game.

Your Spring Gardening Tool Checklist

Looking at really getting started in gardening and landscaping this spring? Here is a brief guide to the gardening tools you’ll need as a beginner in your garden.