Summer isn't quite the same without lounging for hours while the kids splash around in the pool or play outdoor games. Gardens are the perfect locations for easy outdoor games -- little to no skill is needed, and games are a great way to gather the whole family for...
Does your landscape need a new look? Are you tired of seeing the same colors -- green in spring and summer and brown in winter and fall? Or, are your evergreen shrubs getting more out of control every year? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are ready...
For many, the sun is an old friend and a dangerous foe all at the same time. We love to go on holiday to sunny islands and sip cocktails by the pool, but we also know just how important it is to protect yourself during the hottest hours of the day. And it's not just...
With so little time to spare in our everyday lives, we need a good reason to devote hours every week to something new. But, gardening is an ancient human tradition -- one that can benefit your health, connect you with nature, and give your family an incentive to spend...
Nothing is more heartbreaking than investing bundles of your precious time and money into a landscape only to see it wilt and dry up right before your eyes. But, with just a little bit of information and smart management, you'll enjoy a lush and vibrant landscape for...
We love being able to drive around in our cars, but the resulting asphalt covering our country from coast to coast isn't necessarily doing us any favors. Luckily, the past 30 years have seen huge developments in storm-water management, and today, you can choose from...
Exactly what you see when you look at a stunning driveway relies on a balanced configuration of hardscapes and softscapes. It's simple, really -- hardscapes consist of walls and fences, while softscapes revolve around shrubs, ground covers, ornamental trees, and...
Taking a second look at something that appears ordinary at first glance can lead to exciting new discoveries. Now that it's getting warmer, properly managing the water from summer showers is more important than ever. While many landscape architects do plan and build...
Home gardening is all about convenience. And nothing is more convenient than a stylish garden container. It can be a hefty undertaking to redesign a garden or landscape, but with garden containers, you can redefine a garden's style in just a few moments. We love how...
Happy plants and trees grow from healthy soil, and even the smallest of changes in soil composition can impact plant growth. Both organic and non-organic soils have benefits that make each suitable for a variety of environments. Even still, many soils require further...