4 Reasons Why You Should Have Trees in Your Garden
Calming, soothing and filled with life- a tree adds tranquil beauty to the yard. Besides being aesthetically pleasing, trees offer so much more than we could imagine. Maybe you are thinking about adding trees to your yard or perhaps you’re considering cutting one down…sure they take some extra pruning, and there will be leaves to […]
Natural Ways to Repel Mosquitoes in Your Garden
Summer is coming and the mosquitoes are buzzing. Itching and scratching, big red welts…it’s a warm weather pest no one enjoys! Nevertheless, we all want to spend time outdoors after a long winer. Pool parties, fire pits and cookouts are calling. But, how can you control those mozzies? You don’t need harmful chemicals like DEET […]
3 Beautiful Plants to Add to Your Fall Garden
Winter may be on the horizon, but during the autumn season there is still so much you can do in your garden to keep it alive and lush! Indulge in your green space and get your fill of the great outdoors before it gets too cold. Need ideas for plants that thrive during the fall? […]
How to Improve Soil in Your Garden
Your garden is your sanctuary, and if you love plants then you know they are like your babies. They need a proper environment that supplies nourishment, so making sure your backyard soil is healthy and nutrient rich is vital for a flourishing garden. Here are some simple tips to help improve your soil and give […]
How to Decorate the Backyard for a Holiday Party
Jingle bells! Jingle bells! Are you feeling the Christmas spirit yet? This festive time of the year is made unforgettable by gatherings with family and friends, feasting on delectable holiday delights and exchanging gifts and banter. If you’re planning a Christmas or New year’s bash at your home, there’s no reason to keep it indoors […]
The Benefits of Using Mulch in Your Garden
A breathtaking landscape design takes meticulous planning, with many decisions to make regarding what garden products to use. When you’ve got your layout down, and you know what foliage you’ll plant, you might wonder about the soils and mulches to use. Considering using mulch in your garden? There are plenty of benefits with going this […]
What You Need to Know About Fireplace Additions
Fireplaces are trending! And it’s no mystery as to why…a well-crafted fireplace addition makes a room cozy as can be, adding to the overall sophistication as well. Prop up your feet, wrap your hands around a hot mug of coffee and turn on your favorite tunes as a fire crackles and sets the mood for […]
How to Make a Butterfly Garden
Imagine your backyard filled with the fluttering of satin wings and iridescent colors. Flowers belong to butterflies, a symbiotic relationship that encourages conservation and creates a bit of natural magic in the garden. Butterfly gardens are planted to do just that; with careful planning going into a garden that will attract butterflies. Those tender-winged insects […]
4 Easy Herbs to Grow in Your Kitchen
There’s nothing that exhilarates the senses and amps up the ante to cook more than that zesty smell of ripe herbs wafting from the kitchen windowsill. Herbs and spices are commonly purchased in small bottles, dried and ground, BUT it’s easy to grow them yourself, right in the heart of your kitchen! Here are the […]
The Key to Choosing a Sculpture for Your Garden
We’ve all seen it. The one house in the neighborhood that went a bit overboard with the bird baths. Or, the yard with that giant laughing buddha statue that completely takes over…as opposed to the megalodon sized abstract sculpture that, well, you just can’t seem to figure out what it is. Whether it’s a sweet […]