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  • A Sprinkler System May Be Worth It

    Keeping a nice lawn takes a lot of attention, hard work, and dedication. You have to make sure that everything is just right or you can end up with dead grass and a very ugly lawn. There are a few different things that you can do for your yard that make it much easier to care for. One of the biggest ways to take a load off of your shoulders in regards to your lawn is installing a sprinkler system.
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  • Three Florida-Friendly Bulbs To Plant In The Spring For Summer Color

    While you can't grow familiar cold-climate bulbs, such as tulips and daffodils, in Florida, you can grow many bulbs to brighten up your perennial garden. Plant these three bulbs in spring for a burst of color during the hot, sweltering Florida summers. African Blood Lily The African Blood Lily (Scadoxus) is a member of the Amaryllis family that produces striking 10-inch globes of red flowers. Plant scadoxus bulbs in April in humus-rich soil with the necks slightly above the soil surface.
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  • Keeping Wildlife Out Of Your Yard? 3 Landscaping Features To Consider

    Enjoying your backyard year-round can be tough if you have persistent wildlife that keeps returning. While watching birds or rabbits in your yard can be nice, it can also be frustrating if you're trying to grow food or you simply want your yard to be free of any mess that animals can make. In order for the landscaping in your yard to look great, while also preventing most wildlife from getting in, you should take your time to look into what kinds of projects can be done to ensure that this gets taken care of.
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  • Choosing A Home Your Future Kids Will Love

    Looking at homes for sale is tricky enough when you need to consider the needs and wants of both yourself and your partner. Throw future children into the mix, and it becomes even more of a challenge to plan out a home that everyone will love. But there are certain home features that you can look for in homes for sale that your future kids are guaranteed to love. Here are some tips on home shopping with the goal of starting a family.
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  • First 3 Things To Do In Your Yard This Spring

    If you live somewhere that is already getting nice weather, you can get a jumpstart on your spring yard work. If you live somewhere where it is still snowing, once the snow melts away and spring officially starts, here are the first three things you need to do in your yard. #1 Clean Up From Winter Most people do not spend a lot of time in their yards during the winter.
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  • 3 Reasons To Utilize A Tree Service

    One of the most important types of landscaping services that you can hire when you own a piece of property is a tree service because of the various ways in which they can keep your trees both healthy and safe to be around. Listed below are three reasons to utilize a tree service to maintain all of the trees on your property. Improve The Appearance Of Your Trees One of the biggest reasons to utilize a tree service is the fact that they can greatly improve the appearance of your trees.
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  • Three Tips For Buying And Using Topsoil

    Whether you are looking to construct exterior fixtures like retaining walls or just want to get your hands on the best soil for a meticulously planted garden -- topsoil is the go-to option. Topsoil refers to the layer of soil that naturally occurs on earth near the top few inches of the surface. This type of soil is the first option for a number of reasons, so you will want to do your research in order to learn how much it costs and how to make the best use of it.
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  • Three Ways To Save When Redoing Your Own Landscaping

    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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  • Two Creative Retaining Wall Ideas That Add The WOW Factor To Your Backyard

    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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  • Four Reasons Why Your New Sod Lawn Is Struggling

    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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