Looking for a Gardener? Choosing a gardening contractor is not easy. The professional you hire needs to know their craft, improve your space, and offer reasonable rates. And yet, gardening is necessary for almost any property. Many homeowners do not have the time or expertise to give their plants the care they need. This comprehensive…
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Having a healthy, beautiful lawn is important for your home’s curb appeal, and offers many other important benefits to homeowners. When you learn basic lawn care, you’re able to keep your grass healthy and prevent the growth of weeds. Understanding how to care for your lawn, from mowing and cleanup to fertilization and landscaping, and…
A porch swing is a great addition to any porch or patio. You can enjoy the first nice days of spring or relax on warm summer evenings from a comfortable spot on your porch. Your morning coffee or evening glass of wine will taste better while rocking on your porch. Kids and guests will enjoy…
Most people grow orchids at home for the love of bringing their beauty to life—not the money. That doesn’t mean that you can’t turn your favorite hobby into a lucrative gig to help pay the bills, bring in some extra spending money, or simply help pay for your orchid habit. In the current economy, more…
Whether you’re working with a backyard garden plot or a few acres, it’s possible to turn your gardening hobby into a fertile business. In fact, once you get it up and running, your backyard rose farm could gross $25,000 to $30,000 per acre, about half of which is typically profit. But every rose has its…
When you think about home improvement, livestock may not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, as our society turns to re-embrace sustainability and self-reliance, some families are choosing to renovate their outdoor spaces to accommodate small livestock, like chickens, sheep, and goats. When it comes down to it, the initial considerations for…
Livestock is not typically what comes to mind when you hear the word “hobby.” Gardening? Sure. Pots filled with tomatoes and herbs, raised beds full of greens, and even rows full of corn are commonly found in the backyards of hobby farmers, especially in rural areas. But recently, another type of hobby farming is on…
Ticks are brought by sunny and warm weather, especially during spring. It is during this time when most people are victims of these tick bites as a result of the increase in outdoor activities and the heat. There are various diseases associated with tick bites, such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever and Lyme disease. To…
How big is the average lawn? In the United States, residential lawns average 10,871 square feet (or roughly a quarter of an acre). This depends greatly on location. For instance, the average lawn size in California is 5,575 square feet. This is calculated by taking the average lot size in CA, or 7,200 square feet,…
Sod vs. Seed: Which is Better for Your Real Grass Lawn? If your lawn is patchy and thin, you have several options for bringing it to life. Two of the most common methods are seeding and sodding. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages, and which one is right for you will depend on your…
Hiring a Landscape Designer or Architect Though they’re commonly mistaken for each other, land designers and architects focus on different areas of your property. A landscape architect has a formal license and can lay out a plan for your entire yard, including structural changes. A designer focuses on the plants and typically has a horticultural…
