Stylish Shade Solutions for Patios and Small Gardens
By carefully designing your hardscape and choosing materials, you can make your outdoor space more sustainable. In previous blogs, we looked at plant materials and how you can make healthier choices by choosing native species, low-maintenance species, or both. Another part of your yard that needs equal attention for environmental health is the difficult environment. […]
Most popular patios and decks so far in 2023
A patio or deck creates a space for relaxing, dining, or outdoor entertaining and is the cornerstone of a successful landscape design. For top-notch ideas for bringing indoor living outdoors, consider sunny patios and moody modern spaces in our countdown of the most saved deck and patio photos so far this year. Gorgeous gray […]
Transform your outdoor space into a cozy winter
By carefully designing your hardscape and choosing materials, you can make your outdoor space more sustainable. In previous blogs, we looked at plant materials and how you can make healthier choices by choosing native species, low-maintenance species, or both. Another part of your yard that needs equal attention for environmental health is the difficult environment. […]
Popular Landscape Pavers
To choose the best pavers for your landscaping, look at your climate, cost, and circumstances. Paving is a landscaping investment and the cost varies greatly depending on the type used and the extent to which it is available. Cast-in-place concrete is generally the cheapest and easiest to install paving option, but those who live in […]
Great Garden Paths
Let your imagination run wild as you consider the different types of walkways you could use in your garden. The path is an invitation to explore, to get out of the house and into nature. Even if it’s in your own backyard. In fact, a carefully designed path can turn a simple walk across your […]
Green buildings: walkways, floors and decks that define the landscape
By carefully designing your hardscape and choosing materials, you can make your outdoor space more sustainable. In previous blogs, we looked at plant materials and how you can make healthier choices by choosing native species, low-maintenance species, or both. Another part of your yard that needs equal attention for environmental health is the difficult environment. […]
Look beyond the fence for garden design inspiration
Surrounding landscapes and wild habitats can help inspire your garden design and welcome more wildlife. We all want to help wildlife and see it thrive in our gardens. Providing native plants that pollinators know and have evolved is just as important as adapting them to field conditions. But plant selection isn’t the only consideration when encouraging […]
How To Pick a Fence That Feels Good and Works Hard
Careful fencing choices can create happiness for years to come. When I was growing up, rusty chain links or split rails lined with galvanized wire dominated my neighborhood, and my fences of choice were to confine my dog or keep other dogs out. The big house on the hill felt like a fortress surrounded by […]