Retaining Walls Add Sophistication And Dimension
Retaining walls lend an air of sophistication and elegance to existing landscapes, accenting special features that are often lost in flat landscapes that are prevalent in Florida. Often used for preventing erosion in an uneven or rocky ground, their primary purpose in Southwest Florida is for decorative purposes. Shaping the ground and installing a retaining […]
End Drainage Problems
Landscaping a yard is similar to decorating the interior of a home so that every area has appropriate accents. Large trees, small shrubs, decorative flower beds and native ground cover create a pleasing appearance in your yard. In Florida, heavy rains can create soggy conditions in your lawn, and professional landscapers have effective ways to […]
Vertical Gardening, Part 3 of 3
Planting a crop is almost as much fun as harvesting it, and you deserve it as a reward for the preparation work that you have completed. By using vertical supports for your vines and other vegetables, you are ready to enjoy a convenient way to produce healthful crops for your dining table. Crops that are […]
Vertical Gardening, Part 2 of 3
A sturdy frame supports your misting system, and you can add strings for your cucumbers to use as a trellis to wrap their tendrils around as well. An average cucumber can easily weigh almost a pound, and the frame needs to support many of them. The recommended frame is made of posts that are four […]
Vertical Gardening, Part 1 of 3
Gardening is more fun if you can stand up to do it. Vertical gardening does not remove the need to prepare the soil, but it provides plenty of rewards after you spade the dirt and add nutrients. Florida was under water for millions of years, and there is virtually nothing in our soil that nourishes […]
Recommended Materials For A Landscape Hedge
Landscape hedges act as barriers or borders for a property. They serve a variety of function ranging from providing privacy, noise reduction, weather barrier, division of parts of the property and much more. Choosing The Correct Materials For A Landscape Hedge Enlist the assistance of an experienced landscape professional when choosing the right materials to […]
How And Where Should Society Garlic Be Used?
Society garlic is a blooming perennial plant with greenish-gray leaves and lilac flowers. They are a delicate eye-appealing addition to any landscaping growing only @ 2′. We don’t recommend planting them close to your front door because they are said to have an offensive odor to them. They are great plants for borders or landscape […]
What A Landscape Hedge Says About A Commercial Property
Have you ever sat next to a person that looks sloppy? Their hair is a mess, their clothes are wrinkled and mismatched and they just don’t look like they care about their appearance. I often wonder what the rest of their world looks like if they are comfortable presenting themselves in public as a mess. […]
Durable Indoor Plants
Having indoor plants has always been a desire of mine. Not only do they look beautiful, they also improve indoor air quality. However, my lack of “green thumb” proves to be dangerous for any plant that would dare be brought through my doors. I eagerly volunteer to watch my friends dogs but adamantly refuse […]
Sprinkler System Valves
What Is A Sprinkler System Valve? Valves in a sprinkler system are the gatekeepers between the main water supply and the irrigation system. They hold pressure back from the rest of the system while the sprinklers are not running and allow water to flow through the pipe and into the irrigation heads when the system […]