Our very first house had a large slope in the backyard. We didn’t know what to do to keep the dirt from washing away every heavy rain. Luckily we went to our nearest garden center and they suggested a couple of different ground covers. We hired a landscape company to plant the ground cover and […]
How Much Does It Cost to Xeriscape a Yard?
If you live in a drier area, you may be considering converting your lawn into a xeriscape. But, how much does xeriscaping your yard cost? The average cost to professionally xeriscape a yard is $17,000. However, this price may vary based on size, the design you want, and the area you live in. For larger […]
Best Uses For Landscape Fabric
Landscaping fabrics stave off weed growth, which in turn helps ensure that vital nutrients are not stolen from your plants. There are other benefits to landscaping fabrics, such as erosion control. The key is to know when and when not to use landscaping fabric. I use landscape fabric in my backyard to keep weeds out […]
Where to Get Big Rocks For Landscaping
If you’ve ever seen a backyard with big boulders in it, you’ve probably wondered where did they get the big boulders. Unlike other types of rock for your landscaping needs, big rocks are a little harder to find. Not only are they harder to find, but they’re also more difficult and more expensive to move. […]
How Often Should You Water Outdoor Plants?
Are you ready to install new plants in your backyard but wondering how often you should water them? Before I plant anything in our backyard, I check three things. Is this plant right for my hardiness zone? How much sun the plant needs to plant in right location and how much water it needs. Many […]