Despite the assumptions of many that all insects found in the garden are pests, there are actually insects that are highly beneficial to gardens. They are considered beneficial due to their preference of feeding on other insects that feed on plants. This reduces the need for people to invest and apply chemical treatments in their [...]
As the current economic climate continues to decline, those looking to improve their home are paying a lot more attention to the costs involved. One area of home improvement that can easily be done without raiding your savings is a spot of landscaping. Most people spend far more than they need to when it comes [...]
It takes a lot of work to build the perfect garden. Maybe even years. When summer comes around every year you don't want to be sitting somewhere that you don't love. If you are in the middle of making big changes it's probably going to look like a building site. There has to be an [...]
If you're a new homeowner, or are at least new to landscaping, you may be staring at your property while wondering just where to start with making a plan for planting and design. While there are some things you can do throughout the fall and winter months, you'll have plenty of time during the cold [...]
Your garden should always offer you a peaceful and relaxing place to be. However if it doesn’t then there are some simple things which you can do to change the feel and atmosphere of your garden!
When shopping at a garden center or online it can be tempting to just pick out everything that catches your eye. However, while items might look good on their own, when you put them all together things can start to go wrong. Imagine, for example, a circular metal table with intricate details. However, instead of [...]
One of the delights when visiting a stately home or historic house is visiting the gardens. Often these residences from a bygone era have beautiful outside spaces which beg you to enjoy them. You can create something similar in your own home no matter what size your garden is. Here are some tips on creating [...]
A nice lawn is probably one of the most commonly desired garden features. Unfortunately however, despite many misconceptions to the contrary, it isn’t always an easy goal to achieve. In fact, for many homeowners, a nice looking lawn is something that continues to evade them regardless of what they do. Should you find yourself with [...]
If you are thinking about selling your home or just want to increase its value, there are some landscaping ideas that will improve the value of your property. Improve the Curb Appeal The curb appeal of property refers to the first impression it makes when people visit or just pass by. The landscaping should be [...]
As the extension of your home, your yard is the closest escape you have from life's daily grind. It performs multiple duties that include a play area for your kids, an extended dining area where the rest of the family enjoys hearty meals, and a place where you can entertain your guests. It also plays [...]
