Free Garden Plan Our free Planting Guide for this landscape plan includes a larger version of the illustration, a detailed layout diagram, a set of five regional plant lists, lists of alternatives for each plant
Design the Perfect Deck or Patio
Your deck or patio will fulfill your expectations with careful planning. Thorough planning means setting clear goals, establishing a budget, being familiar with the construction process, and making informed decisions t
Your crushed stone path should be at least 36 inches wide. Relatively inexpensive and easy to install, a crushed stone walkway blends into almost any landscape. The addition of flexible edging allows for gentle
Starting from Scratch From bare lot to showcase yard inthree years. Whether you are starting from scratch with a new house and a builders landscape job, or just want to renovate your existing yard, it will pay
Plant with a Purpose Whether the plants are on the deck or planted adjacent to it, the introduction of a little green will help the deck blend into the garden and not appear as an object. Here are a few ways to
What Percentage of My Homes Value Should Be Put Into Landscaping?
Real estate studies suggest that you can increase the value of your home 5-15 percent by upgrading your landscape from poor to good. What constitutes a "good" landscape is somewhat arbitrary, and how muc
You dont have to spend lots of time and money installing a pond to bask in the calming sights and sounds of a water feature. This project features a 3-foot-tall earthenware urn with a fountain kit installed in i
We asked John Hickey, senior designer at Summerwood Products, for his top five tips for designing and building the perfect shed. Heres his advice. Plan ahead. A garden shed is a little house for your garden gear
If you begin with a simple drawing of your existing landscape, known as a base map, you lay the groundwork for an organized approach to more doable and affordable landscape improvements.Take your time with this importa
No fine carpentry is required to make the classy-looking bed -- just a little heavy lifting and a couple of Saturdays. continue reading below Choose timbers that will last well in your climate.
Phase 1: The Bones Landscaping your yard is easily achievable if you break it into bite-sized work portions. Although you should have your results in mind before you start, dont hope to do it all at one sitting. O
Free Garden Plan Our free Planting Guide for this landscape plan includes a larger version of the illustration, a detailed layout diagram, a set of five regional plant lists, lists of alternatives for each plant
More and more people are looking to save water in their gardens. Its no wonder: In an era of increased environmental awareness, we constantly hear about water-wise practices and how we can reduce our footprint o
Entry Garden Establish a strong focal point at both ends of a front yard walkway with shrubs or mounding perennials. Dwarf conifers, clumps of ornamental grasses, or a well-pruned hydrangea will provide interest. co
The shape of your lawn affects how you use it and the time you spend taking care of it. The most important factor in determining the best shape for your lawn is the way you plan to use it. If the lawn will be fo
Free Garden Plan Our free Planting Guide for this landscape plan includes a larger version of the illustration, a detailed layout diagram, a set of five regional plant lists, lists of alternatives for each plant
Where is the Best Place to Start When Redoing Your Entire Landscape?
Landscaping -- done well -- adds greatly to your propertys value, but it should also suit your needs. Rather than starting with things you can add to your landscape, begin by removing the detractors. Then you can
Economical Front-Yard Landscape
This two-story home sits on a 95-foot wide lot and features a 51-feet-deep front yard. The landscape design uses quick-growing, easily obtainable plants to provide quick color and texture. To keep costs down, on
Strawberry jars have openingson the sides. Because strawberry jars are handmade and somewhat unique, buy the strawberry jar first, then fit the other terra-cotta elements to it. Create your own tabletop fo
Copyright © www.100flowers.win Botanic Garden All Rights Reserved
