10 Bad Things We Do to Our Trees "Loving a Tree to Death" Staking and mulching newly planted trees seems to come naturally to even the beginning urban tree planter. Hey, both practices can be beneficial when done properly - but they also can be destructive when overdone or not done
Landscaping Accent Fountains
Garden fountains add detail and a feeling of warmth to your landscaping. They make the area look elegant, yet inviting to explore. Garden fountains are generally made out of cast stone. They come in many sizes to accommodate any landscaping area you have available. There are several types of garden
Structure and Form
The new aesthetic in garden design features graceful silhouettes, strong shapes, and sculptural lines. Each decade brings a new trend in gardening. The ’80s were characterized by exuberant color with mass plantings of annuals and the introduction of many new exotic plants into the market. The ’90s
Landscaping For A Peaceful Backyard
Ah, finally home from a hard day at work. Finally out of the traffic that is so often at a standstill. You are now away from the nagging boss, ringing telephones, the barrage of e-mails from customers. Now is your time for peace and tranquility. What better place to be than your own backyard? But
Ornamental Grass: A Low-Maintenance Alternative
What makes ornamental grass "ornamental?" I like to think there are two reasons, both of which are good arguments for including ornamental grass in your landscaping. Firstly, this is not the "grass" that many of us have reluctantly been mowing since our childhoods, to contrast which with ornamental
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE COLOR?
When giving cut roses as Valentine's gifts, we adhere to a time-honored formula that takes into account rose color meanings. The formula matches a flower's color to its intended meaning as a gift. Valentine's Day is primarily a lovers' holiday, and red is traditionally reserved for lovers. Red
Landscaping Back Yards for 4-Season Interest
The Best Back Yards Have Something to Offer in Each of the Four Seasons Have you noticed that we are demanding more and more out of our landscapes? For the upscale, this may take the form of outdoor kitchens with all the amenities of home, or, perhaps, large in-ground swimming pools with Jacuzzis
Small Space Gardening
Sometimes gardening isn’t limited by space, but by time and interest. If you love the idea of being surrounded by a garden, but you can’t see yourself spending countless hours with a pruner in your hands, a wonderful option is to create a garden paradise on your patio or terrace. You could still