gardening

Tips for Beginning Gardeners

Gardening offers a variety of benefits including weight loss, less stress, a reduced risk of heart attack and stroke, a stronger immune system, and increased happiness. If you’re new to gardening and unsure of where… Read More

Trimming Hedges 101

Unruly hedges can be a huge eyesore. Keeping them nicely groomed will drastically improve your curb appeal. You could hire a landscaper to trim the hedges for you, but it’s actually quite simple to do… Read More

Best Trees for a Small Yard

If you’re a homeowner with a small yard, you may be wondering which trees to plant. Believe it or not, there are a wide variety of small trees that can fit perfectly into your smaller… Read More

7 Design Tips for a Rain Garden

Rain gardens allow storm water runoff to infiltrate the soil and return water to the aquifer. They also offer a great new garden bed for the home landscape. This article, the fourth in a series… Read More

Mulch 101

As the spring weather approaches, you should not forget about the power of mulching. This refers to the act of adding a protective barrier of mulch around your plants and over your soil. This protective… Read More

7 Ways to Get Your Home Ready for Summer

School is coming to an end and your barbeque is fired up ready for the backyard parties. But before you take time to enjoy the summer weather, make sure you set the mood for summer inside… Read More