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Water Features: The Forgotten Element of Backyard Design
Read more: Water Features: The Forgotten Element of Backyard DesignWater Features: The Forgotten Element of Backyard Design Water is often the unsung hero of backyard design, yet it has the potential to transform an outdoor space into something truly extraordinary. While fire, earth (landscaping), and entertainment elements like patios and TVs dominate most designs, water features are frequently overlooked. This neglect stems from a…
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Designing the Perfect Patio Not Just Bigger, But Better: How A Thoughtful Design Elevates Your Outdoor Living Space
Read more: Designing the Perfect Patio Not Just Bigger, But Better: How A Thoughtful Design Elevates Your Outdoor Living SpaceAnyone can build a patio, but what’s the point if it’s not thought out and done well? Imagine planning for 12 guests at a dinner party, only to realize your patio is too cramped, or constructing a sprawling 40-foot space for casual gatherings that ends up feeling barren with just a few people. The key…
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Landscape Lighting: The Missing Piece in Your Outdoor Living Space
Read more: Landscape Lighting: The Missing Piece in Your Outdoor Living SpaceLandscape lighting is often one of the most overlooked yet valuable elements of an outdoor liv
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Heating Your Outdoor Space
Read more: Heating Your Outdoor SpaceWhen it comes to designing outdoor patios, homeowners often prioritize aesthetics, functionality, and comfort. A common question is: how can we heat this space effectively? Unfortunately, misconceptions about heating options can lead to costly mistakes. Let’s break down some common misunderstandings, explore the pros and cons of popular heating methods, and highlight versatile alternatives that…
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Fall Into Color: A Guide to Lively Annuals for Your Outdoor Space
Read more: Fall Into Color: A Guide to Lively Annuals for Your Outdoor SpaceAs the summer heat fades and cooler temperatures roll in, your summer annuals begin to lose their luster. This seasonal shift is the perfect time to plan and plant fall annuals, which will bring vibrant color and texture to your garden throughout the autumn months. Whether you’re looking to refresh your flower beds, add flair…
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2-D and 3-D Designs: What are They and What’s Best for Your Project?
Read more: 2-D and 3-D Designs: What are They and What’s Best for Your Project?Landscape lighting is often one of the most overlooked yet valuable elements of an outdoor liv
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Boost Your Curb Appeal with These Summer Flowering Plants: The Ultimate Guide to Summer Annuals
Read more: Boost Your Curb Appeal with These Summer Flowering Plants: The Ultimate Guide to Summer AnnualsSummer is the perfect time to enhance the beauty of your home’s exterior and what better way to do that than with vibrant, colorful flowers? Among the best options for summer landscaping are annuals. This guide will help you understand the differences between annuals and perennials, show you where to incorporate annuals in your landscaping…
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How to Prepare for a Design: Tips and Tricks to Make the Process Smooth & Efficient
Read more: How to Prepare for a Design: Tips and Tricks to Make the Process Smooth & EfficientPreparing to renovate or install an outdoor space is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming and intimidating if you don’t know where to start. To help make your design process as smooth as possible, we’ve created this guide to help prepare you for our initial design consultation. This list is by no means exhaustive,…
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Annual Maintenance: Building the Foundation of a Healthy Lawn
Read more: Annual Maintenance: Building the Foundation of a Healthy LawnAs spring approaches, it’s important to remember the foundational elements of good lawn care. While some of these steps may seem obvious, the impact that they have on your lawn cannot be understated. These steps are not the most glamorous actions and won’t necessarily result in an overnight transformation of your lawn, but they provide…
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Revitalize Your Lawn: Essential Tips for a Vibrant Season Ahead
Read more: Revitalize Your Lawn: Essential Tips for a Vibrant Season AheadAs the winter frost melts away and the first signs of spring emerge, it’s time to assess the state of your lawn and prepare it for the vibrant season ahead. Unfortunately, the problems of last fall will not magically disappear with the snow. Fungus, snow mold, and rodents may have left their mark, and weeds…