Landscape Design
Good landscape design can be fun and rewarding with a little prior planning. Consider the shape and size of your property, any hardscape needs, how to do it, and your own personal style to make it reflect your taste. Read here for ideas.
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Landscape Design
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How To Create A Sustainable Permaculture Swale In Your Yard
Learn how to create a sustainable permaculture swale in the home landscape by clicking here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Natural Garden Design
More and more homeowners are choosing to create a natural garden design. Read on to learn more about this low maintenance style.
By Susan Albert
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How To Create A Whimsical Gnomecore Garden
Click here for ideas and to learn all about how to create a whimsical Gnomecore garden.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Stop Erosion On A Slope In Your Front Or Backyard
If you're wondering how to stop erosion on a hill in the home landscape, click here to find out.
By Susan Albert
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Energy Efficient Landscaping Tips To Lower Home Energy Bills
Learn how to reduce your home’s energy footprint by landscaping according to your climate.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Soundscaping To Create A Relaxing Garden Sanctuary
Read how soundscaping can make your garden sanctuary even more inviting.
By Susan Albert
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Green Landscaping Ideas For An Eco-Friendly Yard
Protect and support the environment as you embrace green landscaping on your property. Click here to learn how.
By Laura Miller
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Medieval Garden Design – Growing Medieval Garden Flowers And Plants
If you’re wondering how to create a medieval garden and what medieval garden plants should be included, the following tips may help.
By Mary H. Dyer
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What Is Color Blocking: Tips On Color Blocking With Plants
The problem with adding too many bright plants is that it can quickly turn from "eye-catching" to "eyesore" as they clash and become uncomplimentary. To avoid this, you can use color blocking in the garden. What is color blocking? Click here for the answer.
By Darcy Larum
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What Is A Pocket Garden – Information On Pocket Garden Design
Pocket gardens allow you the opportunity to brighten a space with living plants in underutilized spaces. Some pocket garden information can get you started on developing your own unique style in the landscape. This article will help with that.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Wabi-Sabi Garden Design: Implementing Wabi-Sabi In Gardens
Have you heard of wabi sabi garden design? Wabi sabi gardening allows the gardener and visitors to explore the beautiful ways nature changes manmade objects and landscapes. You can learn more about this interesting gardening concept in this article.
By Ilana Goldowitz Jimenez
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What Are Moondials – Tips On Using Moondials In Gardens
Most everyone knows and loves sundials - those outdoor clocks that use the sun to tell time. Except they don't work at night. That's where moondials come in. Find more moondial information, like using moondials in gardens, in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Pretty Mixed Privacy Hedge Ideas That Help Pollinators
Check out the many varieties of plants you can mix to grow a privacy hedge.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Is Commercial Landscaping – Information On Commercial Landscape Design
What is commercial landscaping? It is a multi-faceted landscaping service that includes planning, design, installation, and maintenance for businesses big and small. Learn more about the profession in this article.
By Karen Boness
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Best Landscaping Books – Backyard Gardening Books For Better Design
The backyard gardener can learn to create better designs by learning through landscaping books. Here are some of the best to get started with.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Landscaping Ideas To Hide Utility Boxes: Tips On Hiding Utility Boxes With Plants
No matter how carefully you landscape your garden, there are some things you just can't get away from. Utility boxes for things like electricity, cable, and phone lines are the perfect example of this. Learn more about camouflaging utility boxes here.
By Liz Baessler
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Symmetry In Landscaping – Learn About Balanced Plant Placement
Are you thinking about trying a symmetrical plant placement in your yard? Click here to learn more about creating plant symmetry.
By Mary H. Dyer