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When a large, orange butterfly, beautifully gliding over flowers comes, the first thought would usually be, hey, that is a monarch butterfly. But not all large, orange butterflies are monarchs, and it is important to know the distinction because monarchs may be beautiful, but they can have a bit of poison too. It is understandable…
Aside from being a standout view in any garden, you would want to consider waist high raised garden beds for a lot of reasons. On a beneficial side, elevated gardens like this are more manageable and prevent soil compaction. They are also more well-draining, encouraging longer growing seasons and lesser soil amendments, weeding and maintenance. …
There is just something humbling about watching critters eating or interacting in action and if you are lucky enough to be in a location where squirrels are around, you should make squirrel feeders for them. On a long-term perspective, having squirrel feeders is beneficial for many reasons. One, having one would mean that squirrels would…
When you are thinking about landscaping your backyard and garden, you must consider how you will make it inviting for everyone in your family and your guests. This can ensure that you get enough use out of your outdoor space and that everyone can enjoy the benefits of nature when they come to visit you…
The great outdoors is always a wonderful retreat for those looking to be blissfully away from urban stressors and work pressures while still keeping up with life. While we don’t all naturally have access to them, we can create our own little haven in the backyard and enjoy some relaxing surroundings as often as we…
When it comes to landscaping and driveways, gravel remains to be a top choice because of its inexpensiveness. Aside from this, it is very workable, can be mixed and matched, plus, it comes in an array of size, shape, color, and texture. But just because they are all gravel does not mean that they have…
Deck skirting is more than just aesthetics. They say that when you decide to elevate your deck, there is no way that you should forego deck skirting. The main purpose of deck skirting is to have a coordinated structure to cover the empty space between the ground and the deck trim. It can also be…
Driveway lights do not only help you in parking the car at night, but it also adds exterior illumination for the home. Having driveway lights establish the perimeter of the home, helping you walk around at night and avoid potential burglary. With these immanent functions, you might want to start considering installing driveway lights. Lighting…
When shopping for a hot tub to install at your home or business, it pays to do thorough research before making this major investment. While many leading manufacturers produce quality hot tubs with excellent features, warranties, and service, unfortunately, the market also has its share of inferior brands selling disappointing products. By learning warning signs…
When you are planning a home renovation project, it can sometimes be expensive to hire professionals to finish certain projects for you. However, you do not have to battle against the cost of hiring an expert at every stage of your home design. Instead, many of the projects that you would typically hire a professional…
Bulky utility boxes in our curb or along the landscape are a sight for sore eyes. They litter the area and reduce the coziness of the landscape you are building. Fortunately, you can hide them through landscaping and if you are looking for ideas to do just that, here is a roundup of landscaping ideas…
Decomposed granite is just a cost-efficient way to make your yards and pathways more rustic yet formal looking, it is longer lasting and could hold more foot traffic compared to just crushed gravel or dirt. If you are looking for ways to build on decomposed granite for your landscape, here are some ideas to refer…
Mulch and rock landscaping can look genuinely custom-designed once you stop picking a side, but only if you skip the one shortcut that turns into a weekend of misery later: landscape fabric under the wrong material.
A lot of people would ask, why do we still need fence landscaping when it is already fenced? Well, we get that the fence is already functioning as it is but landscaping along a fence makes the yard more homey. As such, the role of the landscaping is to visually soften the space and make…
Hawaii is a tropical paradise, and it takes more than just palm trees to remake one in your landscaping. But it should not be that high-end. When it comes to Hawaiian landscaping, you just must think, well, tropical. That includes pools, tropical plants and shrubs and stone elements, among others. If you are thinking of…
Palm trees are not just for tropical landscapes. With their beautiful, feathered leaves, drooping sometimes upright branches, these trees are a trigger for a full visual display in any landscape and all year, no less. Because of these, building your landscape around a palm tree is truly understandable and, in this post, a roundup of…
Pine trees are so much of a landscape splendor that you can build the whole design around it. Aside from lining them up for privacy, they can also offer a mystical allure, a warm, cozy vibe, and lush colors to your landscape. So, if you want to get the best out of pine trees, here…
Water puddling in the yard can become a big mess especially when the rainy season arrives. With this, you must be creative in positioning your drainage so that it would not cause more yard mess. The good news is that you can actually incorporate your drainage ditch in your landscape design seamlessly. To have a…
An above-ground pool is the fastest, cheapest way to get real backyard swimming without the permits and digging an in-ground pool demands. But “fast and cheap” doesn’t have to mean “looks cheap.” The 32 ideas below cover everything from the deck itself to lighting, fencing, privacy, and what to do with that unavoidable pump equipment,…
Texas is too big and too climatically different from one end to the other for one generic landscaping list to actually work. What thrives in humid, flood-prone Houston will struggle in the Hill Country’s thin, rocky soil, and what looks great in North Texas’s cooler winters can scorch in South Texas’s arid summers. Below is…
My cousin automated his existing wrought iron gate last year and skipped the second sensor his installer recommended, figuring one photo eye was plenty. It honestly wasn’t a huge deal until his dog wandered into the gate’s swing path one evening and the gate kept closing anyway. No injury, just a scare and a very…
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