15 Inspiring Natural Rock Retaining Wall Ideas

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A natural stone retaining wall is the perfect addition to any garden. The structure provides a balance of practicality and beauty to create the perfect landscape. These walls retain soil surrounding a garden and offer stability for slanting surfaces. However, designing a retaining wall poses challenges for some homeowners who are unsure where to begin. […]

Winter Landscaping in Atlanta: Top 9 Off-Season Benefits to Save Time & Money

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When most Atlanta homeowners picture the best time for major landscaping projects, they typically think of the spring and summer rush. But in our mild Southern climate, the “off-season”—late fall, winter, and early spring—is actually the smart season. Winter landscaping is, in fact, a great time for making big changes to your landscape, letting you […]

Commercial Landscape Lighting: A Smart Investment Guide for Atlanta, Georgia Businesses 

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Increasing Visibility and Limiting Liability: The Importance of Landscape Lighting for Business  Landscape lighting may often be considered as an unnecessary expense or simply a finishing detail, but in truth it offers so much more. Sometimes overlooked, it is not just window dressing for your business. Professional outdoor lighting can have an enormous impact on […]

Fall Planting: 7 Reasons Why Fall is a Great Time to Plant

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When discussing factors affecting plant growth in the yard, enthusiasts are quick to note soil quality, plant quality, sun exposure, and location. While these are contributing factors, people often neglect timing. Yes! The time you plant affects the growth of the plant.  If you ask when is perfect for planting, the most common response you’ll get […]

How to Create an All Seasons Patio

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Transform Your Outdoor Space for Year-Round Enjoyment As the sweltering heat of summer gives way to crisp autumn air, many people assume their time enjoying the outdoors is over for the year. But it doesn’t have to be. There’s no reason your patio or deck can’t be a cozy and enjoyable retreat in every season, […]

Backyard Shade Ideas: Beating the Heat with Cool Retreats

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The dog days of summer are here, and you want to enjoy your backyard without melting into a puddle on your patio, but it’s so blazing hot it’s impossible to relax and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine! Don’t worry, if you’re looking for backyard shade ideas, we have got you covered!  Well-designed shade solutions […]

How to Grow Stunning Panicle Hydrangeas: The Ultimate Guide

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Hydrangeas are well-known shrubs. They come in many colors and have hundreds of varieties. They can fit in a small container or grow up to 20 feet tall in some cases. Most of us are familiar with the mophead varieties of hydrangeas, but panicle hydrangeas (Hydrangea paniculata) are growing in popularity. They are among the […]

Organic Garden Pest Control: Natural Solutions for Common Culprits

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Every gardener, whether growing for beauty or for food, must battle pests. To keep your garden ecosystem healthy, it’s vital to understand common pests and how to control them organically.  After all the hard work of fertilizing, tilling, and planting, a critter can appear overnight, and all your greenery can turn yellow, or vanish into the […]

Walkway Ideas for Connecting Your Outdoor Spaces

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Walkways are an important part of any outdoor hardscaping project. Walkways connect zones of your yard – a side yard walkway connects the front and back yard. A front yard walkway leads visitors to your door or provides easy access for you from your car to the front door. Backyard walkways can connect any number of zones […]