Archive for 'Landscaping'

Adding Some Color and Glow to Your Yard in the Fall

November 18th, 2009 – 10:13 am Posted by Patti
Tagged as: Landscaping

If your yard has started to look drab because the color has drained away now that fall has set in, then don’t despair- there are things you can do to give your yard the panache it needs to look happy and alive!
Summer is the time for blooming flowers while fall brings multicolored leaves and then [...]

Sweeten Your Yard with the Scent of Lilacs

June 16th, 2009 – 10:19 am Posted by Patti

If you know anyone who has a lilac bush in his yard, then you probably have stopped by it frequently in late May and early June to breathe in the scent of its blossoms. It is a smell that I never grow tired of.
Lilacs blossom for only a few weeks of the year, so you [...]

The New Generation of Reel Mowers

February 3rd, 2009 – 11:50 am Posted by Patti
Tagged as: Landscaping

Remember the days when your parents or grandparents owned a clunky reel mower (also known as a push mower)? You dreaded those occasions when it was your turn to mow because it was a heavy and awkward contraption and you sometimes ended up missing patches of grass. You got a good workout, but you were [...]

The Principles of Landscape Design

January 20th, 2009 – 11:41 am Posted by Patti
Tagged as: Landscaping

Landscape design is a merging of art and science. The science aspect can be understood in terms of the principles of landscape design. What you must aim for is a landscape design that is aesthetically pleasing, warm and inviting, as well as balanced.
There are seven principles when it comes to the design of a [...]

Options When it Comes to Wood Fencing

November 4th, 2008 – 10:12 am Posted by Patti
Tagged as: Landscaping

When it comes to putting up a fence around your property, there are many things to think about. The selection of wood fences can be very confusing. It is important to look closely at your yard and to talk to those who are better versed in fencing options in order to figure out what is [...]

Add Some Personality and Color to Your Lawn- Choosing the Right Decorations

October 14th, 2008 – 9:00 am Posted by Patti

Choosing lawn decorations that are appropriate for your yard can seem a very difficult task when you consider the variety of styles and choices that are available. You want to complement your yard and make it look as pleasing to the eye as possible while not crowding it and making it look, well… over done! [...]

Light Up Your Life on Your Patio Courtesy of the Solar Touch!

September 2nd, 2008 – 9:00 am Posted by Patti

One thing that can enhance a patio tremendously is the right type of lighting. This is the case, especially if you enjoy sitting out on your patio in the evening after the sun goes down or if you are inclined to have social gatherings and want others to enjoy your patio as well.
One option that [...]

A Tribute to the Compost Pile

August 1st, 2008 – 9:45 am Posted by Michele
Tagged as: Landscaping

Although they are not the most aesthetically pleasing aspect of a yard, compost piles are much more than outdoor garbage disposals. Not only do they reduce waste by recycling yard and kitchen scraps, compost piles also act as excellent sources of nutrients for growing healthy plants. They are relatively easy to maintain, and a compost [...]

Fertilizers and Pesticides Be Gone! – How to Grow a Lawn the Healthy Way

July 30th, 2008 – 12:48 pm Posted by Patti
Tagged as: Landscaping

You do not need to use fertilizers or pesticides to have a beautiful lawn. Decrease your use of these harmful substances or, better yet, do not use them at all by following these simple tips:
Use Organic Fertilizers
Grass requires the help of organisms in the soil, such as earthworms, to grow properly. These organisms recycle the [...]

Low Maintenance Gardening for the Busy Green Thumb

July 22nd, 2008 – 9:00 am Posted by Patti

If you love the sight of a beautiful and thriving garden but you don’t have a lot of time to spare (and perhaps not as much prior gardening knowledge as you would like), then what you need is a simple low maintenance garden with a minimum of muss and fuss.
So, how do you [...]