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How to Enjoy Your Yard in the Winter
Saying goodbye to beautiful Virginia summers is always hard, especially knowing that the beautiful trees and flowers will be covered in snow in a few months, and you might not see direct sunlight for a while. This being said, the winter season can be just as much fun...
Why Hire Professional Landscapers
Time Saving: One of the most beneficial reasons people hire a landscaping service is simply to save themselves time. Paying someone who knows what they’re doing ends up giving you more time doing other jobs and errands, saves you the stress of wondering if you’re...
Preparing Your Lawn For Fall
With the weather cooling down, it’s time to start preparing your lawn for the cooler fall and winter months. The better you take care of your lawn right now, the better it will look when spring comes around in a few months. Follow the tips outlined in this article to...
What to Avoid to Landscape a Safe Yard for Kids and Pets
Deciding how you want to landscape your yard is already a hefty task; add child and pet safety to the mix, and it becomes even more difficult! We've compiled a small list of what to avoid in your plan to keep your kids and pets safe. Pesticides: Pesticides are common...
5 Lighting Ideas to elevate your backyard
Using a variety of lighting is a great way to elevate your backyard. No matter your style or budget, there are options for you and your yard! Keep reading to see just a few ideas for lighting in your backyard. String lights: String lights are a cheap way to bring some...
Summer Landscaping Tips
Keep a Consistent Mowing Schedule Grass needs to stay at a healthy height to combat drought. You don't want it to be too short or too long. The key to a healthy summer lawn is a consistent mowing schedule, and using the highest setting on the lawn mower and lowering...
Landscaping for Year-Round Color
No matter what season it is, color in your landscape can be achieved easily with a simple plan. Add perennials, annuals, and shrubs with different bloom times to get bursts of color and beauty all year! Choose your plants carefully for year-round color. Explore a...
2021 Landscaping Trends
Last year taught us a lot of things. What seemed to be a popular lesson was how important and gratifying a good and well taken care of garden and landscape can be. As you spent more time outdoors, looking for spaces that could be both enjoyed and safe, it’s likely you...
Why you need to prioritize snow removal
Snowfall is a staple of North Virginia winters. With it come a number of fun activities and opportunities, including sledding and snowman making. However, the snow can also prove to be a hindrance in other aspects of our lives. Look over these three reasons why you...
What Happens to Your Perennials In The Winter?
Your perennials absorb sunlight, store food, and blossom during the summer. Their natural process of photosynthesis occurs while they continually store nutrients. However, winter presents survival challenges for these beautiful plants. Luckily, they have the ability...
