Technology Makes Landscaping Easier Than Ever
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3 Situations Where Tree Removal Can Become A Necessity
Many people have trees removed from their property for various reasons. You may want them gone to improve the view. You may not want the hassle of maintaining the tree. You may even want to relocate it. However, there's a few circumstances where tree removal becomes a necessity, and not just a choice. Here's what you need to look out for. 1. A Dead or Dying Tree Dead or dying trees will eventually fall.
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Get Your Pavers Ready for Spring With Four Simple Steps
With spring cleaning right the around the corner, consider starting your cleaning outside this year. Here are a few tips that will help you get your pavers looking great for spring. #1 Sweep Your Pavers The first thing you need to do is sweep your pavers. This is a great way to remove the lose debris that has accumulated on your pavers during the winter months. Try to sweep to the outer edge of your pavers so that you push the dirt off onto the surrounding ground.
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4 Reasons To Hire Someone To Cut Your Grass
When you think about lawn upkeep, you might think about cutting your own grass. However, if you have never thought about hiring a service to do it for you, you may want to consider it. These are a few reasons why. 1. Avoid Having to Spend Money on Lawn Care Equipment If you don't already have a lawn mower, weed whacker and other related equipment to take care of your lawn, you may have to go out and invest in this equipment.
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Tips For Designing A Sustainable Landscape
Sustainability is the buzzword for so many aspects of your life, from food to cleaning. The earth's resources are limited, so many homeowners want an eco-friendly home. Naturally part of that comes in how you approach your landscaping. Design a sustainable yard that still complements your home. Plant Drought-Resistant Plants Sustainable landscaping isn't about keeping your home plant-free. Instead, plant low-water options in your yard. Generally, this means eschewing a full lawn.
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Making Your Home Look Like New With These Landscaping Renovation Projects
There are many different renovations that can improve your home and its value. Some of the projects to consider involve the exterior of your home, not just the building itself, but the landscaping around your home too. With landscaping renovations, you can make your home look attractive and new: 1. Cleaning Up Crowded and Cluttered Plants in Your Yard The clutter collects in landscaping over the years, and it is not just junk.
When I was young, I loved helping my mother in the garden. Our yard was filled with plants and flowers that she kept in immaculate condition. Once I was an adult and bought my first home, I learned that there was much more to landscaping a yard than I ever imagined! After a little trial and error planting a few flowers in my yard that died quickly, I realized the technology that is available to aspiring gardeners makes trial and error a thing of the past. After I found out what my "hardiness zone" was, I realized I was planting flowers made for much cooler climates, and I played around with software that let me design my yard very easily! I learned a lot throughout the experience, so I thought I would share my tips with everyone who needs them. Come back often to check out my new tips!