Some people think to themselves, “Well, I might as well do my own landscaping.” They go to Wal-mart and buy the cheapest stuff possible– cheap mulch, cheap plants, cheap plastic chairs… and they have every good intention of making their yard look good. However, there are some cons to DIY (do-it-yourself) landscaping. Physical Demands First… Read more »
It’s that time of year again, when leaves start to fall and people get ready to hunker down indoors for a mostly cold winter season. Before the snow flies, though, it’s a good time to do some things to your property’s landscaping, to prepare it for winter. Here’s a Fall landscaping checklist of 10 tips:… Read more »
What is a pergola? It’s an archway in a garden, park or yard that’s made of a framework covered with trained climbing or trailing plants. Better View Landscape LLC & Design recommends adding a pergola to your outdoor living space if you want to enhance the look and feel of that space. Pergolas add a… Read more »
If you’ve ever driven past a particular home in the suburbs and said, “What beautiful landscaping they have!” then it’s highly likely you’ve seen the work of a professional landscaping company like Better View Landscape LLC & Design. Great landscapes take time, money, effort and energy to happen. There’s a lot of planning involved, and… Read more »
Having a pool is a big responsibility. Here are some swimming pool safety tips to help ensure you and your guests stay safe this summer… and future summers. Add a Protective Barrier For starters, there should be a barrier surrounding your pool especially if you have kids or kids live nearby. The worst news a… Read more »
Want to make a pool more active than passive? Then add a waterslide! Waterslides can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike. They’re meant to be fun, and they are, because they make for a unique way to get into a pool. Are you ready for that kind of splash? Better View Landscape LLC &… Read more »
What is a trend in landscape design these days? Outdoor kitchens are all the rage, because they make for a great place/way to entertain guests, as well as serve an important function: they’re a place to make meals. We all need to eat to live, and quality food enhances the joys of life. Reasons to… Read more »
You’ve probably spent most of the spring trying to get your lawn in order. Now that summer has finally come around, you should continue to keep a close eye on it to make sure it’s always looking its best. Here are a few of the things you should check on throughout the summer to keep… Read more »
Most people do not like to weed. That said, it can be meditative and therapeutic. Just like you feel good when you clean your house because things are put in order and look nice, a weed-free garden area gives you a sense of accomplishment and peace. Unfortunately, even after you weed, guess what… more weeds… Read more »
Are you thinking about adding a pool deck? Better View Landscape LLC & Design designs and builds pool decks for people around Baltimore, DC, Annapolis and beyond. Usually, a person’s pool is a centerpiece of their backyard. And while some people don’t have pool decks, most do because they’re convenient, helpful (to get in and… Read more »