Senseless Garden Trends
Realtor.com. May 31, 2021. By Jennifer Kelly Geddes: Yardwork is a sweaty labor of love, from planting flower beds to designing your patio. And come summer, it can be all too tempting to hop onto the latest trends you see lining the aisles at your local Home Depot. But beware—trends come and go, and many just don’t stand the test of time for good reason: They’re uncomfortable, impractical, and, all in all, just don’t make much sense. Read More
Add Statues – Correctly
Realtor.com. Apr 29, 2021. By Jennifer Kelly Geddes: A statue in the yard can give people pause. Does it mean you’re a pretentious snob? Take heart, dear homeowner, and understand that putting a sculpture on your lawn doesn’t need to be a grandiose statement. Read More
Just Add Water
Realtor.com. Apr 27, 2021. By Jennifer Kelly Geddes: Every homeowner wants a calm oasis in the backyard. For some folks, this means a fully loaded outdoor kitchen complete with a pizza oven and mini fridge, while for others it’s a simple hammock strung between two trees. But for the ultimate in backyard tranquility, we’re here to suggest you add a water feature. Cooling and quiet, installing a new H2O design can transform your outdoor space into a true escape. Read More
Add Layers to Gardens
Houzz. April 22, 2021. By Benjamin Vogt: By The first flower to emerge in spring is often a surprise, catching me pleasantly off guard even though, in my bones, I know it’s time… With the annual spring cut down of last year’s plants behind me, I was noticing gaps where more things could be added, but also where existing plants could be doubled if not tripled in number. Read More
Las Plantas Nativas
LA OPINIÓN. April 19, 2021. By Jacqueline Garcia: En un esfuerzo por continuar enfrentando la sequía del sur de California, diferentes entidades han puesto manos a la obra para informar a las comunidades de cómo los jardines sostenibles con plantas nativas son una buena opción. Lee Mas
10 Sustainable Features
April 20, 2021. By Annie Thornton: There are many reasons to consider incorporating sustainability into the design and construction of your home. Not only can you help reduce your environmental impact, but you can also reap financial benefits as well as improved comfort in your home. In time for Earth Day, we spoke with 13 sustainability experts on Houzz, including landscape designers, interior designers, builders and architects, who shared top features they recommend homeowners consider for any project.
Build Stone-Cold Beauty
OwlGuru. March 16, 2021. By Stan Tan: What does it take to build stone features as beautiful as LA’s blooms? Install foreman Andy Aoyagi details the artistry, craftsmanship and problem-solving that builds enduring beauty. Read More
Drive Sustainability
USGBC Plus. Spring 2021. By Calvin Hennick:State regulatory agencies and legislative bodies across the U.S. are experimenting with and implementing green building and other sustainability-centered policies that have the potential to lead to massive change. Read More
Care for Lawns in Extreme Heat
CrabGrassLawn.com. January 29, 2021. By Alex K: No one likes the outdoors when temperatures are over 90 degrees here in the states. Well, no one in their right mind in my opinion… Now when it comes to your grass, that can get stressed as well, so here are my best tips to give your lawn what it needs during extreme heat. Read More
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