Learning About Landscaping Materials

Posted on: 14 February 2018

If seasonal rains are destroying your landscaping, it's time to rethink your designs. Flooding associated with seasonal rains can wreak havoc on your yard, especially if you're not prepared for the flow. Incorporating soil erosion protection into your landscaping design doesn't need to be difficult. In fact, soil erosion protection can be quite easy if the right steps are taken. Here are four simple, yet effective, steps you can take to prevent soil erosion.
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Posted on: 24 January 2018

The finishing touch on a new landscape design is the sod. Sod is usually installed after the mulch beds are in, the shrubs are planted, the patios are installed, and the trees are placed. Grass comes last because it is more delicate and because it fills in the blanks after every other design element is in place.  After the grass is installed, many people make the mistake of feeling like their landscape is done and no longer needs attention.
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Posted on: 16 December 2017

As the cold weather sets in and trees begin to look bare as the last leaves fall, you are thinking about what can be done to give your landscaping color for the winter months. There are some things that you may want to consider, such as using a combination of evergreen plants that give your landscaping color while everything else is dormant and dead-looking. Here are some tips to add color to your landscaping for a beautiful winter wonderland:
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Posted on: 12 December 2017

Artificial turf isn't just for soccer fields and baseball diamonds. In fact, there are many great reasons to use it in your yard. If you are looking to give your lawn a new look, here are some reasons to consider replacing your grass with artificial turf. Small Yard Having a small yard can be a challenge when it comes to mowing and lawn maintenance. Homes in urban areas on postage stamp lots may simply be too small to justify even owning a lawn mower.
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