In the wintertime here in Maryland and the mid-Atlantic region, it is easy to forget about your landscaping. You have plenty of other things to do, and nothing is growing out there anyway, right? Well – it’s not quite that simple. Sure, winter isn’t exactly prime time for gardening and other landscaping activities, but you […]
With winter closing in, there isn’t much to do in the garden except look forward to spring – right? No! There is plenty to do, and by performing some simple tasks you can set yourself up for a great growing season when warmer temperatures return. Not only that, you can make your landscape a bit […]
By the time fall rolls around, have you forgotten all about the idea of planting on your property? This seems like a spring activity to most people, so fall planting tends to be ignored. That is a shame. There are plenty of great options for fall planting, meaning you can position your landscape to look […]
There is a lot to think about when planning a landscaping design for your backyard. While maintenance concerns and visual appeal will always be high on the list, don’t forget to consider your furry, four-legged friend. Adding landscaping elements that your dog will love is a great way to bring new life to an outdoor […]
Generally speaking, kids love to play outside. And, of course, parents usually love to have kids playing outside, where they can burn off some of their excess energy before bedtime rolls around. As you design the landscaping on your property, it is a good idea to keep your children in mind. You want to have […]
On the surface, it might seem like landscaping and gardening don’t change much from year to year. After all, the basic concepts of putting plants in the right place to succeed, watering and fertilizing them appropriately, and staying ahead of the weeds are time-tested. However, even if the basics of landscaping and gardening are relatively […]
It is easy to overlook shrubs as part of your overall landscaping strategy. Sure, they play an important role in many designs, but they tend to be forgotten as homeowners pay more attention to their lawn and the flowers. Of course, if your shrubs are going to thrive and play the role in your landscape […]
When you get down to work on your home’s landscaping, you have any number of options at your disposal. Just a quick search of the web will reveal more landscaping ideas than you could possibly imagine. Are all of these ideas right for your needs? Of course not. Some of them will be perfect, however, […]
Trees can make for a beautiful addition to your landscape. However, before you start digging holes for your new trees, there are a few things you will want to consider. You want to make sure the tree has the best possible opportunity to thrive for years to come, so you don’t want to shortcut the […]
Gardening is a great hobby, but the use of chemicals is off-putting for many people who would prefer to maintain an organic garden. Fortunately, there are many quality alternatives to chemicals, meaning you can grow a beautiful garden without having to poison the soil in one way or another. In this article, we are going […]