A always moist or moist yard isn’t ideal for verdant green grass, but it’s perfect for molds, moss and mildew. Whether your yard was never properly graded or it’s settled or eroded over time, then there are methods you could get your grass looking healthy again without undermining or soggy spots. A yard drainage system […]

Large planter boxes work well for planting herb gardens, big flowers, shrubs and even trees, but also the burden of the plants and potting soil can create it too tough to move planters when needed. Should you include heavy-duty swivel caster wheels on the base of your big planter box, then it is easy to […]

Aquarium gravel works well as a decorative element in landscapes. Most aquarium gravel is pea gravel, which is exactly the identical kind of stone often used in landscaping. Aquarium gravel may work exactly the exact same way as landscaping gravel in borders, mulching, pathways and paving. Whether you have a little or a lot to […]

Water garden planters give gardeners the opportunity to set a water garden nearly anywhere. Container gardens can be a cosmetic addition to decks or patios, or in the event of a floating planter, they can stay in the pond, bringing together the top of container plantings and large-scale water gardening. Commercial Planters A typical commercial […]

Ponds are nice addition to landscaping in case you’ve got the space for them. They provide ground water for surrounding vegetation, bring about various wildlife and can enhance your natural areas, making a pleasant view. To create your pond more usable for wildlife or simply make a bit more sophistication than a simple hole full […]

Drainage about a structure and within a landscape is key to preventing unsightly spots in the lawn and potentially harmful water or dampness in a crawlspace or basement. Basement moisture may result in the development of other problems , structural harm and mold that impact home value and appeal. Drain tiles correctly installed in a […]

Cosmetic post-frame buildings transfer their structural weight-load to the surrounding soil with articles embedded in concrete. Footings consist of a layer of gravel covered by wet concrete, in that a wooden post is placed. The footing protects wooden poles in direct contact with the floor and prevents the start of wood rot and water damage. […]

As the sunny days of spring give way to the more intense and direct summer sunlight, our gardens seem to change personality. The delicate tropical blossoms of May and June we enjoyed so much can suddenly seem washed out, leaving the backyard looking dull and tired. There’s a simple two-step remedy for this. First, create […]

Proportion and scale seem to be the most challenging concepts to pull off correctly in the landscape. I’ve seen so many spindly arbors and trellises which look fragile and temporary. And I’ve noticed just how sad and lonely tiny little flowerpots can look onto a massive patio. Folks seem to be afraid to go big […]

Landscape fabric, a type of geotextile, works nicely to avoid most weed growth in a garden bed. It’s best suited to perennial gardens since it works better if the bed isn’t constantly disturbed by planting and replanting. The fabric, sometimes referred to as weed fabric or weed fabric, allows air and moisture through the surface, […]