4 Native Plants to Try in Your Northeast Garden

Here in the Northeast, winter seems to last forever. But when March rolls around, we finally start to get glimpses of hope that spring is on its way. When we’re gifted with a few of those 50-degree days (often followed by another round of snow), we can start to dream about how we’re going to… Read more »

Freshwater vs. Saltwater Pools: Which One is Right for You?

There are a lot of advantages to having a pool in your backyard. The sparkling blue color and calming sounds of the water can make your space feel like your own personal oasis. It’s the perfect spot to entertain friends and family and let kids play. You can get in a great workout without leaving… Read more »

How To Determine Your Priorities for Designing Your Landscape

Wouldn’t it be great if you could snap your fingers and make the yard of your dreams a reality? Suddenly your pathetic, desolate landscape is teeming with life and you have a gorgeous, fully-functional outdoor living space. Unfortunately, we all know life doesn’t work like that. Landscaping takes time, planning, and money. When your resources… Read more »

6 Ways to Make Your Landscape Eco-Friendlier

Switching to paper straws, recycling cans and bottles, eating less meat—there are a lot of things we can do in our everyday lives to help protect and preserve the natural world around us. People are embracing more and more these little eco-friendly lifestyle changes that can have a positive impact on the environment. When you’re… Read more »

The Argument for Organic Fertilizer

The current market for fertilizer is filled with seemingly endless options. When you’re trying to make sense of so many different products, it can be difficult to determine which one is right for keeping your landscape healthy. The first step to narrowing down your choices is to decide whether you want synthetic or organic fertilizer…. Read more »

Advice for Homeowners Working with a Professional Landscaper

Hiring a professional landscaper is the best way to make the most of your outdoor space. A company with expertise and experience in landscape design and installation will be able to transform your property to reflect your vision, ensuring it is fully functional and beautiful to behold. Unless you have unlimited resources and no preferences,… Read more »

What You Can Do to Make Your Landscape Safer

When you own a home, ensuring your property is safe for you, your family, and any other residents is always a priority. There are obvious measures you can take to secure your home, such as installing an alarm system, surveillance cameras, and perimeter fencing. But there are also other ways to increase safety on your… Read more »

Budgeting for a Landscaping Project: 5 Tips to Help You Plan

Every homeowner has a vision for what they want their property to look like. Unfortunately, our financial realities don’t always line up exactly with our landscape fantasies. That doesn’t mean you can’t or shouldn’t bring your dream yard to life though! Landscaping is a very valuable investment to make in your property, both for your… Read more »

Tips to Help You Decorate Your Landscape for the Holidays

One of the many perks of being a homeowner is that you finally have the opportunity to invest your time and money into a landscape that’s all your own. Customizing your landscape is especially fun when the holidays roll around and you can play with colorful lights and other fun and elegant seasonal décor. With… Read more »

Why You Should Be Pruning Your Trees in Winter

Of all the plants on your property, established trees probably require the least amount of maintenance in the bunch. As long as they’re getting enough water, you can usually get through the growing season with just the occasional application of mulch or fertilizer. The one care task you do need to prioritize when it comes… Read more »