Gardening has become one of the most popular hobbies, and you probably know a gardener or two that would love a gardening gift for upcoming special occasions such as Easter or Mother's Day. There are hundreds of gardening gifts to buy for both the beginner and expert gardener, and the great thing about gardening gifts
Pool landscaping projects by Metamorphosis Landscape Design Your pool is very much a focal point of your back yard and is more than likely the hub of your families summer activities. You want it to be beautiful and inviting year round and the right landscaping plan will make sure that your swimming
Even though swimming pools are mostly thought of as enjoyment, exercise, and relaxing on hot days, they are also a great way to enhance the value of your home. In-ground pools are a great way to add to the value of your home. They come in a variety of different shapes and sizes, and they
After a brutal winter, it is safe to assume that most of us are looking forward to Spring, which means getting outdoors to clean out dead plants and brush, eradicate weeds and lay down mulch. And don't forget those grimy surfaces. Investing in, or renting a power washer is the most efficient way to work
Perennial flowers are a great way to liven up your vegetable garden without adding any a ton of extra work. Perennials are strong, local flowers that come back every year without having to replant. During their off seasons, the flowers and stems die back and you can hardly even tell the plant is there. When
Before the onset of Spring, pruning appropriate plants, cleaning out/weeding beds and fence rows, adding a pre-emergent herbicide and a new application of mulch in February and early March, depending on where you are located is an excellent way to significantly reduce landscape maintenance. Weeds are opportunists and this circumvents their ability to thrive in early
Growing Your Own Herbs If you’re not the type of person that wants to spend their time managing an elaborate fruit or vegetable garden, but you love to cook with fresh herbs, you might consider planting and maintaining an herb garden. We have been talking a lot about container and wall gardening this week on Facebook and
Well placed trees can save you money around your home. Areas you may want to consider shading are: Concrete or asphalt surfaces Floor to ceiling windows Patios Doors and wide expanses of walls Deciduous trees which are trees that lose their leaves seasonally, will provide shade in evening during summer if they are planted on
Outdoor play structures are different than most toys because they are larger in size and often come equipped with more than one activity. If you are interested in purchasing or building one of these popular play structures, here are some tips to help you make those decisions. When familiarizing yourself with popular outdoor play structures,
You can use landscaping rock to add some depth and texture to your landscaping design. Landscaping rock can come in a quite a variety of types and materials. Not only is there a fine collection of colors of landscaping rock, there is also several different kinds of stone to choose from. Different landscaping designs will
