The start of school this year may not have been surrounded by the usual end-of-summer/beginning-of-fall fanfare, but signs that the seasons are advancing in their usual inexorable way are still upon us. Mid-Atlantic mornings are becoming cooler, and big box stores are breaking out the “Happy Fall, Y’All” knickknacks. And if you’re a gardener, you […]
Summer in the Mid-Atlantic boasts a long growing season— from mid-May to mid-October at most elevations. It’s the perfect time to explore how you can create an oasis of peace and tranquility using the colors and textures of the many annuals, perennials, woody plants, and shrubs that thrive here. Need some inspiration? Here are some […]
Cleaning up your garden area, especially after Maryland’s warm, wet, windy winter, can be a daunting task. Use this 15-point checklist to help pace yourself so you can see progress and stay motivated while you get your flower beds and shrubs cleaned up. Check for Signs of Growth In Maryland, some of the earliest “proof […]
Once the ground has thawed and the hard frost warning dates have passed, many of us can’t wait to get elbow-deep in the rich, good earth. For many, just this will be more than enough to soothe the soul and begin to create the beauty we all want in our outdoor spaces! Some of us, […]
Adding stairs to your outdoor landscape is a relatively simple way to add interest, texture, and value to your home. Don’t consider yourself especially handy? Modular pavers will be your secret ingredient! Modular pavers are an extremely versatile, cost-effective material for building outdoor patios, pathways and stairs. With basic tools and a general understanding of […]
With Thanksgiving right around the corner here in the mid-Atlantic region, the official holiday season is near. Many households focus a lot of attention on interior decorations, but what about bringing the holiday spirit to the outdoor areas of your home as well? In addition to lights, homeowners can also add some wonderful décor to […]
When someone drives up to your home for the first time, what do they see? Do they notice a beautiful landscape which has been cared for carefully, or do they find a mess of weeds and overgrown bushes? If you’d like to make sure your front yard will impress each and every visitor, and even […]
A large backyard is both a blessing and a curse. On the positive side, having a large backyard gives you the opportunity to include plenty of great features without feeling like you are squeezed for space. Of course, on the downside, you have a lot of space to plan, and then a lot of space […]
Here in the mid-Atlantic, when a particularly powerful storm rolls through the area, the landscaping you have worked so hard to create can be at risk. Wind is certainly a concern, but the rain that comes along with such a storm can be just as damaging. If you would like to help your landscape deal […]
Without a doubt, spring is the most exciting time of year for those who love to garden and otherwise take care of their property. In the spring, you can plan everything that you are going to plant, and spend hours shopping at your local nursery. If you are getting excited for the warmer months ahead […]