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Loving Your Little Landscape

I have never been a natural gardener. For years, I struggled to keep basic houseplants alive, only to kill them at the first opportunity. It was difficult and stressful to buy a home with a yard, but I knew that I might be able to learn what I was doing wrong and correct the problem. To start off, I focused heavily on the lawn, and tried hard to keep it trimmed and well-maintained. Next, I cleaned up the flowerbeds. It was a lot of work, but I knew that it would pay off in the end. When I was done, my front yard was gorgeous, and guess what--it even stayed alive. This blog is all about loving your little landscape.

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    Buying A New Home With No Landscaping? 2 Tips To Help You Create A Beautiful Yard
    If you purchased a new home and it has no landscaping, there are many things you can do to create a beautiful yard. Below is information on two things you should consider so you and your family can enjoy spending time outside in your beautiful yard. Plant Flowers The easiest and most important thing you should do is plant some flowers. Annuals are available at any garden center and are generally inexpensive.

    4 Benefits Of Growing New Plants Around Mulch Over Grass
    Growing new plants on your landscape is an excellent way to turn an empty or lackluster yard into a beautiful and inspiring one. Fortunately, you can grow plants in various ways. Simply digging up soil and placing seeds underneath is a strategy that can yield okay results. A better option is to get strategic with your planting to maximize the chance of a successful outcome. Growing new plants around mulch instead of grassy areas can provide several advantages.

    Landscape Mulch Application: The Basics
    As the spring season settles in, one of the things that your landscape contractor might have mentioned is the benefit of mulching around your yard. For homeowners who are new to flower bed, shrub, and plant care, you might wonder what the big deal is about mulch. The truth is that there are some important things to consider if you're going to apply mulch to your landscaping. Here's a look at some of the things that you need to know.

    How To Plan Your Fence Project To Avoid Potential Mishaps
    A great fence can add beauty to your property and can also offer more security and privacy. You might think that installing a fence will be a fun DIY project, but installing a fence can backfire when it's not done properly.  Buy the Right Type of Fence You will need to begin by purchasing a fence that is right for you. Different types of fences can serve different purposes. For example, you will want to make sure to choose a fence that is durable enough to handle the weather conditions that it will be placed under and you'll also want to choose a fence that gives you an adequate level of privacy.

    Professional Lawn Care Services: The Gift That Keeps On Giving
    When it comes to looking for the perfect gift for a friend or family member, a lawn care service may not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, everyone must maintain their lawns and for some people, this may be difficult due to time constraints or health issues. Purchasing a professional lawn care service for a friend or loved one is a gift that will keep on giving.

    Installing Accent Lights In Your Home
    Accent lighting can be a feature that can allow you to create the right mood and aesthetic for the interior of your house. While accent lighting can have a major impact on your interior design, it is important to make the most of this upgrade if you are to keep costs manageable and get the lighting results that you are wanting. Choose Accent Lighting That Can Be Adjusted Having accent lighting that can have its brightness or even color adjusted can provide you with a significantly better degree of control over the mood and light level of your interior space.

    5 Tips For Patching A Lawn With Sod
    Dead spots, weedy areas, and sparse growth can make a lawn look patchy and unhealthy. Overseeding is one way to thicken up bare spots in the lawn, but it can take time and success can be variable. Laying down sod patches provides a nearly instant repair that will establish quickly so your lawn is once again lush and full throughout.  1. Clear Turf Turf, whether it's made up of lawn grasses or weeds, interferes with the establishment of new roots for freshly laid sod.

    A Lot Of Droughts Where You Live? 2 Ways To Keep Your Lawn Watered
    If you live in an area that has frequent droughts, this can wreak havoc on a lawn. Fortunately, there are many ways you can keep your lawn watered so it will not turn brown and die. Keep reading to learn about two options to help you make a choice on what you would like to use for your yard. Sprinkler System One common way to keep a yard watered is to install a sprinkler system.