It may difficult to believe, but building an arbor for your landscape can actually be quite inexpensive. If you keep the arbor small, to a two-post size, you can have a very attractive landscape feature for a small cost. Even the novice landscaper can build a small arbor without too much trouble in about two […]

If you want to build an attractive landscape, but do not where to begin, there are plenty of common landscape design ideas and features available for you to gain inspiration. You can use the ideas yourself or add a little twist to make the landscape design all your own. There are any number of conventional […]

Grafting is one of the most interesting forms of plant propagation. 
It is also one of the most tedious and least used forms of plant propagation. Grafting fruit trees has been, and will likely continue to be the most accepted method of fruit tree production.  Budding which is just another form of grafting is the most […]

There are plenty of common landscape problems that can really mar the beauty of your yard. These problems range from something aesthetic to things that can actually affect the over all health of your landscape. When you encounter these problems, it is a good idea to fix them as soon as possible. If you have […]

I’ve gotten some great photos of how to use rocks effectively in landscaping that might get some ideas flowing for your next landscaping project. These pictures show how you can easily change your landscape with one nice garden rock, or how you can take up a rock garden project and completely reinvent a part […]

Mulch is any type of material placed over the top of the soil to improve the soil. Mulch helps the soil retain moisture and can improve soil conditions. Additionally, mulch reduces weed competition by restricting the number of weeds that grow around your landscape plants. You can improve the health of your plants by using […]

Like nearly everything else, it is possible to pay someone else to trim your landscape plants. However, it is much more economical to learn how to properly prune your trees and shrubs yourself. Additionally, the exercise gives some people great enjoyment, as it is an excuse to be outside and enjoy fine weather and fresh […]

One of the best things you can do to save money on your landscape is to properly care for your plants. This is very important to keeping a healthy yard and an attractive landscape. If you properly care for your plants, you will save money in maintenance costs, and you will save money in having […]

One of the most economical ways to enhance the landscape surrounding your home is to build a rock garden. Rock gardens are most often associated with the British Isles, where the climate is rarely accommodating to delicate plants. Rock gardens bring with them the assumption of having very few plants, and those of a very […]

There are many interesting ideas that can help you save money on your planting and landscaping. Most of these ideas involve a little creativity, but you end up with an attractive and distinctive yard. And some of the ideas look nice and can save you money in other areas of your life, like food. At […]

By Kari Smith
When it comes to choosing gifts, are you stumped? If you want to give something extraordinary, give a tree.
Giving trees for birthdays, anniversaries and other special occasions is a growing trend. Trees are a gift to the environment too. They produce oxygen, purify the air, prevent soil erosion and provide shade. […]

By Kari Smith
(NC)-Ah! It’s gardening season - that wonderful time of year when people dash outdoors and spend hours creating the exquisite flowerbeds they dreamed about all winter.
Their lovely landscape dreams can turn into nightmares if unwanted plants invade their flowerbeds. The easiest solution to this common dilemma is a solid, functional edge. […]

Landscaping driveways does not necessarily mean the driveway itself, although the design of your driveway can impact the look and feel of your landscape. Rather, many people neglect to landscape their driveways to look attractive. This includes adding landscaping elements to the sides of the driveway, as well as at the bottom and the top […]