Landscape Design: Planning Ahead in 2020
With winter well underway here in Maryland, you may not be thinking much about your spring landscaping, but planning ahead is an important part of having a great yard come spring. Whether you want a unique and intricate landscaping design, you are incorporating hardscaping into your yard, or you just want your yard to look […]
How to Maintain Your Landscape During the Winter
With winter well on its way here in Maryland, you may be wondering what – if anything – you need to do to protect your landscaping over the winter. While you can’t protect your landscaping from the snow, ice, and freezing temperatures, there are some things you can do to help it survive the winter. […]
3 Ways a New Patio Will Change Your Yard
Adding a patio to your yard is a great way to maximize your outdoor space. Whether you have a deck and want to expand into a patio, or you just want to make your yard more usable, adding a patio can give you more room to enjoy the great outdoors. Patios provide a great place […]
Landscape Design Tips for Fall
Fall is a beautiful season here in Maryland, with the leaves turning from green into bright yellows and oranges. Why not incorporate some of those beautiful warm colors into your landscaping? Fall landscaping can be beautiful, and it doesn’t have to be complicated. Let’s look at some ways to update your landscaping for fall to […]
Getting Started with Landscaping Design
If you are planning on upgrading your landscaping in the near future, there are some rules of landscaping design that would be good to know. You might think landscapers just plant things wherever it is convenient, but the truth is there is a lot of thought that goes into the design of your landscaping. Choosing […]
Avoid Invasive Species in Your Landscaping
When selecting the plants you want in your landscaping it can be tempting to choose exotic and dramatic plants to really make a statement. But not all plants are created equal when it comes to landscaping in Maryland. Some more exotic plants can become problematic in landscaping, causing lasting problems for homeowners and the neighbors […]
Are You Having Problems with Erosion?
If you’ve spent time and money on your home’s landscaping, only to have erosion threaten all of your hard work, it can be very frustrating. Erosion is inevitable, but there are some things that can be done to help slow down the process and protect your landscaping. But what is erosion exactly, and how can […]
Should You Add a Pond to Your Yard?
Outdoor landscaping can not only add value to your home through curb appeal but can also add to your enjoyment of your outdoor space. Ponds are a popular addition to outdoor spaces because they can be beautiful with fountains, lilies, and even fish. But what things should you keep in mind when considering the addition […]
How to Keep Rabbits Out of Your Yard
If you’ve invested money and hours of energy on creating the perfectly landscaped yard for your home you are probably concerned about the environmental threats that could undo all of your hard work. While storms, bugs, and deer pose a threat to your gardens, rabbits have the potential to be devastating to your beautifully manicured […]
Which Flowers Can You Plant First?
Spring is right around the corner here in Maryland and you may be anxious to start planning your garden. But when you plant is just as important as what you plant when it comes to the success of your flowerbeds.Let’s take a look at the best things to plant early in the year so that […]
