While grass lawns certainly have their place, such as play spaces for children and pets, they also require upkeep that drains our time and negatively affects the natural environment. How many hours and gallons of gas are spent mowing unused spaces? These low-traffic sections of the yard can be replaced with grass alternatives for lawns …
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While a tree with exposed roots might show some character, it can make your landscape look uncared for and pose a tripping hazard. Exposed roots can also easily get damaged, which can affect your tree’s health. To remedy this, you can cover up those exposed root systems: here’s how to landscape around exposed tree roots. …
Your front yard is your canvas—a place where you can express creativity, showcase your gardening skills, and create a welcoming entrance to your home. But unlike your backyard oasis, your front yard sits in full view of neighbors, passersby, and the entire community. What feels like personal expression to you might inadvertently create tension with …
Clay soil can pose challenges for many gardeners, but that doesn’t mean you have to settle for a lackluster landscape. If you have clayey soils, adding one or more of these ground cover plants for clay soil can transform your garden into a vibrant and beautiful space by providing early summer color, moisture tolerance, and …
While all lavender is edible, you probably don’t want to throw just any lavender buds into your cookies — they might come out of the oven tasting like soap! Of course, everyone will have a different favorite lavender variety to cook with, and some may even have varying preferences based on the type of recipe …
No one intentionally aims for the “cheap” look when decorating their home, but it happens more often than we’d like to admit. Creating a stylish home is like cooking up a gourmet meal. It takes the right ingredients, a sprinkle of creativity, and maybe a dash of flair. The decor missteps and traps that can …
Did you know that plants can have friends? It’s true! Some plants grow better when paired with other kinds of plants. These kinds of plants that bring out the best in one another are called companion plants. When you practice companion planting, you may not have to use pesticides or fungicides because the companions repel …
You haven’t known adulting struggles until you stand in your newly painted kitchen, and instead of, “Oh, wow!” you let out a slow, “Oh, no!” That was me, in my new red kitchen, fighting back tears and trying to convince myself that it wasn’t “that bad.” It was bad. What looked great in the store …
Landscaping with hydrangeas in front of the house will transform your front yard into a welcoming oasis that will make your home the envy of the neighborhood. When planning your front yard hydrangea garden, ensure you have the proper sunlight and shade balance, and don’t forget to pair them with plants that complement their aesthetic …
Looking for year-round texture, movement, and color without fussy upkeep? Perennial ornamental grasses deliver all three. They thrive in most climates, shrug off pests and drought once established, and weave beautifully into borders, meadows, and modern landscapes. Below you’ll find 21 outstanding grasses with characteristics, care tips, and landscaping ideas to help you design with …