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Photo Credit: Pixabay There are all kinds of ways for eco-conscious homeowners to make sustainable updates to the house and yard. Beekeeping is one of the most rewarding: with the world bee population in serious crisis, starting your own colony can make an important impact in saving these vital insects all while giving the flora…

Peat moss is made up of a host of sphagnum mosses which are cultivated and harvested in bogs for a number of uses. Landscaping is the most obvious application of peat, where it is usually incorporated as soil additive. Homeowners should be aware, however, that peat has other uses too. It’s an excellent material for…

Once a small, specialty niche where only hard-core gardeners would go, bog gardens have become increasingly popular in recent years because of the variety of beautiful and exotic plants they can add to your garden, and because, once built, they are easy to maintain. Basic Bog Garden Design A bog is a spongy, waterlogged area,…

A privacy hedge provides all the benefits of a fence while keeping your yard looking natural and beautiful. But when it comes to installing a row of plants along your property line, the biggest decision you’ll have to make is what kind of vegetation you want. Therefore, you’ll first want to decide its function. These…

Xeriscaping is a style of landscaping that reduces the need for consistent watering. Xeriscaping and other low-water landscaping designs are popular in areas that have minimal rainfall and limited water sources. Low-water landscaping favors drought-tolerant plants, but it doesn’t have to appear barren and arid. Depending on where you live, you can xeriscape your yard…

A keystone retaining wall is an excellent solution for any retaining wall landscaping needs you might have. They are attractive, cost effective, durable, and can be used in a variety of landscaping applications. If you’re in need of a retaining wall solution, it’s an excellent idea to talk to a contractor who specializes in keystone…

The thought of building a natural oasis on top of a building may seem a little odd, but the fact is that rooftop gardens have been around for centuries. Roof Gardens began in Europe a long time ago and since then have become the latest trend in gardening. Not only are rooftop gardens beautiful and…

One day it’s a bleak winter, the next we wake to a warm breeze and blue skies. We’re sure that spring is upon us so we run eagerly into the yard with shovel, rake and seeds, intent upon transforming the landscape into a colorful paradise. But wait! The end product will only be as good…

Seed your yard. New grass will give your yard a robust, healthy look. Use this step-by-step guide to jumpstart new grass growth in your lawn: Rake your yard. Rake up any sticks, leaves or other debris in your yard. Extra debris kills sprouting grass and results in bare spots. But, extra leaves and grass make…

Terrace gardens come in all shapes, forms, and designs, from urban rooftop gardens to secluded suburban patio hideaways. The one thing all these gardens have in common is making the most of limited space with innovative garden and landscaping design. A garden terrace is one of the most beautiful additions you can make to any…