Category: Garden & Outdoor
Inspiring Deck Designs: Sustainable Outdoor Living Spaces
Musing the Material Designing an eco-friendly and sustainable deck is easier than you would think. The first thing to contemplate is material choices for your deck. If you are building a wood deck, both ipê (also known as handroanthus) and bamboo are excellent choices but are more expensive. You could check out using wood that is native to your.....
Spring Landscape Projects
Spring is Here, So Let’s Get Outside! Here are several Spring projects to consider which may add value and enjoyment to Your Home. DIY Patios A patio is a simple way to add a hardscape outdoor space that will get lots of use. Imagine sipping your morning coffee or a glass of wine in.....
Home Projects: Pool, Patio, Deck & More
Recently thousands of attendees from all 50 states and more than 60 countries congregated in Las Vegas at the International Pool | Spa | Patio Expo. Co-located with Deck Expo, the combined show brings together every segment of the industry -- including pool, spa, deck/patio and outdoor living specialists -- under one umbrella to help.....
Autumn’s Leaves: How to Manage Them
Many are excited to welcome fall’s brisk temperatures and the changing colors outdoors. Autumn’s first leaves are beginning to fall, and soon many lawns will be covered in a blanket of red, orange, and yellow. The questions on the minds of many homeowners this time of year are "What should I do with the leaves?".....
Summer Garden Maintenance Tips
The summer season is approaching and as all of us garden-lovers know, this could mean stress for your plants. Some heat resistant plants enjoy the heat, though. Regardless, it’s good to know what will ultimately help your garden flourish during the hottest part of the year. Read on for a list of summer garden maintenance.....
The Benefits of Natural Turf Grass
These days, sustainability is a top priority for homeowners – and important to all of us! A lawn that keeps the health of the environment in mind has many benefits that extend well beyond earth-friendly intentions. Earth Day falls on Friday, April 22nd this year, and Sod University focuses on some of the key benefits.....