Are you looking for the best perennials that have function and beauty? Groundcovers are low-lying, creeping perennials that prevent weeds, protect soil, prevent erosion, and spread a gorgeous carpet of greenery around your garden. Read on to discover the benefits of groundcovers and how these small plants can make a big impact on your landscape! […]
It’s always wonderful to see wildlife in the yard—it’s a sign we’re doing something right for the ecosystem—but if deer start to make a meal of our garden, we have to set some boundaries. Deer are known to be both stealthy and persistent, but there are many simple ways to repel, dissuade, deter, and ultimately […]
Imagine walking into a tropical paradise right in your backyard; that dream is well within reach! Known for their exuberant foliage, outrageous flowers, and tropical scents, these plants will take you on a vacation while you’re relaxing outdoors in your landscape! Palms You know you’re in the tropics when you start to see palm […]
Tall trees give a place character, shade, majesty, and comfort, but what about small trees? They impress us with flowers, fruit, and colorful leaves, all at a manageable size, perfect for small yards and limited spaces. Here are seven trees that bring lots of beauty to small spaces! Flowering Dogwood This iconic springtime tree reveals […]
What do you like about your landscape? What don’t you like about it? These are simple questions that everyone can ask, but sometimes it isn’t easy to know what to look for and how to put your thoughts into words. Whether you’re looking to improve your landscape or looking for the right words to describe […]
Fertilizers are a tool to boost plant growth, increase crop yields, and enjoy more flowers, but using fertilizers wisely is a skill of its own. Fortunately, you don’t have to be a plant scientist to benefit from these products. Here’s a guide on what they are, what they do, and how best to use them […]
The beauty of container gardens is that you can plant wherever you want in them, but the question is: how do you make them stand out? Professionals have a trick called the thriller, spiller, filler design method. Here’s what it’s all about and how to use it at home! Thrillers: the Centerpiece of a Design […]
Just because you have a small growing space doesn’t mean you have to have a small harvest. Sometimes gardening forces us to think outside the box, but when it comes to growing veggies, all you really need is a box and some dirt—the size doesn’t matter! There are many ways to maximize yield and choose […]
We love our pets, but after a winter of using the lawn as a commode, our grass can use a little love. Patches from digging and urination spots are just a few imperfections we have to repair. Fortunately, there are easy fixes to get our lawns looking lush for summer. The Cause of Dog Urine […]
Natural designs have been swinging in and out of fashion since humans first began amassing in large cities during the industrial revolution. Since then, something has continually called us to go back into nature or bring nature back into the places we live. Today, natural designs are gaining more popularity than ever, but what is […]
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