Articles - Landscaping
Spring Starts in the Fall
Leaves are dropping. Cool weather is in the forecast. And you are worrying about spring . . . Now?
A Change of Season: Guidelines for Fall Lawn Care
Fall brings change: a change in the weather, a change of wardrobe, even a change of time as we set the clocks back and the days grow shorter. And as the leaves change color, you change your yard activities from mowing and planting to leaf collection and cleanup. So put away your mower and garden hose and grab the leaf blower and a chainsaw, but remember not to change good safety habits.
Fall Backyard Cleanup 101
Aaaah, autumn. The kids are headed back to school, the leaves are turning, and a chill is in the air. If you’re like most homeowners, fall also means an opportunity to spruce up your yard and cut down on the work you’ll need to do when the weather turns warm again.
Environmental Benefits of Healthy Lawns Often Overlooked
Yet the greatest benefit of healthy grass - what it means to the environment - is one that is nearly always overlooked. Indeed, turf is about much more than aesthetics. For most of suburban America, it’s the foundation of the neighborhood’s ecosystem.
Using Water to Create a Backyard Oasis
Stress is a fact of life in today’s hectic society. With the demands of work, school, families and a never-ending list of hobbies and activities, many find it nearly impossible to find a moment to relax, whether alone or with friends and family. That's why it's so important to create a tranquil environment within the home, or in your backyard, to combat the effects of everyday tension on your mind, body and soul.
Invest in Daffodils - Delightful, Durable and Deer-Resistant
Fall planting time is upon us. If you are planning ahead for early spring color in your garden, - now’s the time to think daffodils.
Daphnes for Scent and Colour
Anyone with even a passing knowledge of plants knows that daphnes have wonderfully fragrant flowers. And because some of them - usually the most scented - flower in winter, they're the sort of must-have plants that are usually among the first planted in any new garden.
Mother Nature’s Instant Party Plants
Mother Nature seems to have provided you with just one color scheme for your yard: green. You want color and texture fast and there’s no time for potting or planting.
How to Start and Run a Landscape & Garden Maintenance Business.
Guide to starting a landscaping business. Complete with other recommended reading sources.
Mow & Edge
Why the correct application of edging and mowing can save you time and money.
Cutting with Caution
Everyone seems to spend more time out in the yard these days -- dining on the patio, gardening, playing with the kids; but keeping your yard at its best also means more time spent cutting the grass. And with everyone else outside...
Groom Your Lawn for Summer Entertaining
The air is warm, the days are long, and the grass is green. There's nothing better than sharing a barbeque with a few friends in your own backyard. So go ahead, fire up the grill, because taking care of your lawn is just as easy as planning that barbeque.
A Great-looking Lawn is in the Details
Do you want your lawn to be the envy of the neighborhood? You can’t do it with just a lawnmower. A string trimmer is probably the most versatile outdoor tool for your money and a key item to have in your shed. String trimmers not only trim areas your mower can’t reach, they can also be used to clear away unsightly brush or weeds, some even double as an edger. There are also Expand-it attachments available that will allow you to turn a split-boom trimmer into a blower, tiller and pole pruner.
How to Create a Bird-Friendly Environment
Bird watching continues to be a favorite American pastime enjoyed by young and old alike. What better way to relax and spend time together as a family or to teach children about nature than by sitting back and enjoying all the beautiful birds that might visit your yard?
Fresh New Playset Accessories Bring Back the Fun
Do you remember how excited your kids were when you installed their new playset? Wonder why it doesn’t hold the same attraction a few summers later? As any parent knows, kids get bored quickly and even something as fun as a playset can lose its attraction after a while.
How to Give Your Lawn that 'Country Club' Look
Golf courses must look good day after day all season long. With more than 35,000 players using a single course during the year, this challenge is great. How do golf course superintendents keep their fairways and greens looking so good? One of their “tricks” is to follow a sound fertilizer program. By consistently feeding the grass with the right products, they not only fertilize their course but also help manage weed, disease and insect problems.
Turn Your Lawn into a Haven of Peace and Quiet
As yard work gets underway for another season, many homeowners have discovered a way to make lawn chores a more peaceful endeavor. Bypassing the noise, pollution and upkeep of a gasoline-powered mower, the manual push mower, also called a reel mower, is enjoying new popularity.
Backyard Makeover Ideas
Is your backyard in need of a makeover? Whether building a deck or an above-ground pond, there are ways to make this area come to life.
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