Constructing and Filling Raised Garden Beds

Posted on: 2 March 2017

Re-landscaping your own yard can save you a lot of money compared to hiring a professional. However, costs can still add up quickly. If you're really on a tight budget, then you'll want to apply some of these tactics to keep your landscaping costs as low as possible. Shop for wholesale plants. Look online for retailers who sell wholesale plants. You may have to buy them in larger quantities, but you'll get them for a lot less than you'd pay at your local garden center.
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Posted on: 2 March 2017

Retaining walls don't have to be boring. Turn that one in your yard into a creatively designed haven that adds that WOW factor to your personal space.  These two ideas can help you do just that. Create a Custom Seating Area Make the most of that retaining wall by making it into a comfortable seating area. If you're building one from scratch, use the same stones to build the wall and then a platform in front of it.
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Posted on: 1 November 2016

New sod is one of the best aspects of a landscape—an instant, beautifully green lawn. However, some homeowners are dismayed to discover that after only a few short weeks, all that was emerald is now turning brown. Often, a new lawn struggles because of improper care or preparation. Here are four reasons why your new grass might be fighting for its life.  1. You didn't prep the site before you laid your sod.
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Posted on: 8 April 2016

From brick or stone to mulch or pea gravel, choosing a material for your patio floor can be overwhelming. However, the addition of this outdoor space is a smart investment for your family's function, home value, and overall appeal, so placing emphasis on the patio material and design is smart. While each material option offers its own benefits, marble is a unique selection that is becoming more and more popular for outdoor patio floors.
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