The controlled use of fire is an invention that dates back to the early stone age, some estimates have it at about 400,000 years ago. While civilization and technology has progressed significantly since then, fire is still used by humans to cook food, heat our homes and outdoor areas, and…
Outdoor living spaces are all the rage today. An outdoor living space is essentially an area outside of your residence that has been designed and constructed to facilitate your favorite outdoor activities. For some folks this could be a pool with a large patio and cabana, for others it could…
The cost of water has been rising steadily over the last decade. As towns and city water departments upgrade equipment and treatment standards, the water bill seems to tick up every year. Have you ever decided to calculate how much you are paying to run your irrigation system? While water…
Lighting systems can be one of the best investments for your home, sounds crazy right? But seriously, what burglar tries to break into a home that is lit up at night? Other than security, lighting systems provide for safe entry and exiting of your home. They accent key landscape features…
The care for new plantings is very simple and not that time consuming. Much like a new lawn, caring for the new plants during the first few weeks after installation is key. If you consider the fact that the plants have been dug out of the ground, transported…
Hydro-seeding is a practical and cost effective application for new lawn installations and renovations. The care of the new hydro-seed must begin immediately if your new lawn is to be successful. Below is a list of expectations and care instructions when caring for a newly hydro-seeded lawn. Expectations One of…