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Enjoying the view of your lovely garden during the day is pretty great, but wouldn’t it be great to be able to bask in it at night as well? Having nice lighting on your property is great for entertaining as well as being a plus for security. There is much to consider when choosing the … Read more
Whether you have a diseased tree growing in your backyard, or you just want to get rid of one taking up too much room, you’ll need to know how to cut down a tree. This can be a dangerous process if the correct precautions aren’t taken. We’re here to help by giving you a list … Read more
It’s that very special–and very limited–time when the Dogwood Festivals begin to happen. Dogwood trees are beautiful flowering trees that help usher in the warm spring weather with style. They are woody plants from the Cornaecae family. The dogwood tree has about 30 to 60 different subspecies, some of which have flowers. And there’s no … Read more
One of the most popular landscaping trends out right now is the living wall. For those unfamiliar with this term, it’s essentially when you train small trees to grow into decorative patterns. This gives the illusion of privacy that so many people crave. Learn how you can direct your trees to form a living fence … Read more
People all over the world are quickly adopting traditional Japanese garden designs for their backyard. It’s no wonder that this is becoming the new trend, because Japanese gardens draw heavily on Buddhist, Shinto and Taoist philosophies, proving a spiritual haven for visitors. The elements of Japanese gardens imitate natural elements while bringing about a peaceful … Read more
Evergreens are a beautiful addition to any landscaping design. They’re hardy and enduring plants–but they sometimes outgrow their location. And this is usually the time of year that we discover just how overgrown an evergreen has grown. We’ve watched them carefully through winter without ever once thinking, “Hey, will I have to transplant that tree … Read more
There are many reasons to create a rock garden in your yard. Not only are they in season all year round, but they are completely low maintenance. They also add interest and fun to any landscape. Rock gardens are popular as a modern alternative to a boring lawn, as an accent to traditional garden foliage, … Read more
The goldmound spirea is a small shrub with gold leaves that would add a splash of color and elegance to any garden. Its small size (about 3 feet tall and 4 feet wide) makes it a nice addition to a wide variety of landscapes. Its leaves change color with the seasons, starting with gold in … Read more
While the Bonsai tree makes a great addition to any backyard, it does require some pruning. Whether you do this from an aesthetic standpoint or just to make sure that the plant doesn’t overgrow, it’s a crucial step that needs to be done right the first time around. Check out the five steps to pruning … Read more
The very thought of moving a tree from one spot to another is exhausting. However, if this process is done right, it can be quite simple. Check out our steps for replanting a tree below: Supplies For Tree Replanting – Hose or watering can– Shovel– Large piece of burlap– Twine How To Replant a Tree … Read more