Summer is here, and that means that it is time to pay extra attention to your lawn to keep it healthy and beautiful all season long.
Backyard Landscape Ideas
Did you just move into a new house and don’t know what to do with that yard out back? It’s hard to create backyard landscape ideas, as changing the space behind the house can be very daunting. Even generating small backyard ideas can be tough. Well, thankfully, here are some backyard ideas to make your lawn spectacular.
Fire Pit Landscaping Ideas for Your Backyard
There’s nothing quite like gathering around a warm, crackling fire pit with friends and family. Fire pits provide a rustic and comforting atmosphere for people to gather around and enjoy each other’s company. Adding a fire pit into a landscape design has become a huge trend that many people desire. In fact, according to a survey conducted by the American Society of Landscape Architects, fire pits are expected to be the number one outdoor design element of 2015. When considering fire pit landscaping ideas, it’s important to consider location and size, as well as fuel options.
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Garden Landscape Design Trends
It’s officially Spring! Although it might not look like it yet, the snow will soon melt away and yards around the neighborhood will finally be exposed. But after this harsh winter, what is left under that snow is not going to be too pretty, and will need a little extra help and TLC to get it looking beautiful again. Think of it as a blank canvas to create a stunning landscape masterpiece upon. So, what will your landscape design plans consist of for 2015? Well, here are some of the top trends in landscape to help inspire your design plans.
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Increasing You Home’s Curb Appeal with Landscape Design
From the botanical gardens to the nature’s lush landscapes, the human eye is attracted to beauty. The world around us is filled with charming scenery both natural and manmade. In a fast paced, high pressure society, there is something simply magical about the pure beauty found in nature.
Front of House Landscaping Ideas
The front of your house creates the first impression before you walk in, which is important whether you’re prepping to sell or settling down for years to come. Without changing the structure of your house itself, these front of house landscaping ideas can help you transform your home’s curb appeal. [Read more…]
4 Effective Ways To Deal With Ice Dams
Houses, apartment complexes, and businesses all around New England are covered with beautiful icicles this time of year. They are fierce looking statement to the ferocity of the winter of 2015! Though pretty, icicles are often a sign of ice buildup around your gutters. This build up can lead to ice dams where water is trapped behind snow and ice and can’t access the gutters. The water eventually works its way into the roof and will often cause damage to inner walls and ceilings.
Prep Your Home for Spring: a Three Step Guide to Spring Cleaning
One of the best days of the year is when you walk outside and feel that change in the air. The sun seems to beam a little bit warmer, the breeze dances lightly, and the birds are chirping as everything around you welcomes spring. An important part of ushering the new season (and the changes that come with it) is taking care of your home. This includes cleaning inside, doing routine maintenance, and undoing the damage caused by the winter weather. While this may seem like a daunting task, it’s not nearly as much work as you’d think. Here’s a quick list of ways you can take care of your home and get back to enjoying the great weather.
Six Steps to Prepare Your Lawn for Spring
The winter weather can take a toll on our grass in New England, making it particularly difficult for homeowners to grow a healthy lawn around their home. However, you can reverse the damage brought on by harsh weather conditions. It may seem like a lot of work, but it really just takes a little planning. Ultimately, caring for your lawn the proper way will help it grow under the best conditions possible.