When designing your perfect patio, pool deck or walkway, there are many options. Two top choices are patio pavers and stamped concrete. In this article we will help you take a look at the differences between the two, and hopefully make your decision a bit easier. Cost Depending on how...
Montgomery County Landscaping – RainScape Rebates
In Montgomery County Maryland, (outside the municipalities of Rockville, Gaithersburg, and Takoma Park) a program called RainScapes Rewards Rebates provides residential and commercial property owners rebates for installing landscaping, rain barrels, permeable driveways and walkways (pavers) and more. Non-permeable surfaces, including compacted lawns, do not have the ability to absorb...
Why Your Landscaping Loves Rain
We all know the children's song "Rain, Rain Go Away." We'd stare out the window singing it, hoping Mother Nature would hear our plea and bring the sun out so we could play. While kids (and grownups) may not like the rain, your landscape absolutely loves it. Your grass, trees, shrubs...
Four ways to rock your garden
Want to give your garden a little flair? Utilizing organic materials such as rocks, boulders and pebbles may be just the thing to enhance the natural beauty surrounding your abode. Let a river run through it. While some might hope for an actual river in their yard, we’re speaking about...
TV Everywhere: How to Take Your Fall Football Viewing Party Outside
Fall means football. While there’s no doubt that attending an NFL game and tailgating with friends is a blast, watching at home can be just as entertaining. That’s because more and more people are enhancing patios with an outdoor media area. Thinking about creating a cozy outdoor space to watch...
Lighting the Way: Three Ways to Illuminate Your Landscape
Landscape lighting can enhance your home’s features and overall value, while also providing important safety features. The ambiance it can add is pretty cool, too. Not sure what options are available? You won’t be in the dark for long when you check these cool outdoor lighting ideas for the backyard....
Beyond the Basic Fire Pit: Five Awesome Ideas to Warm Up your Backyard
Summer might be winding down, but things are starting to heat up in the back yard. As the crisp air sets in and the leaves change color, families and friends enjoy gathering by a toasty fire. Presentation is everything when it comes to enjoying S’mores and hot cider in your...