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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What Is Landscape Architecture: What Does A Landscape Architect Do
Choosing a landscape architect for your garden is similar to hiring any professional for home services. You need to get references, interview some candidates, determine if their vision respects your wishes and budget, and make a choice. This article will help.
By Karen Boness
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Hiring Garden Landscapers: How To Find A Reputable Landscaper
Some people rather enjoy doing their own landscape work and designing their gardens. However, there are others who would much rather hire a professional landscaper to do the work. How does one find a reputable landscaper? Click this article to find out more.
By Amy Grant
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What Are Types Of Landscape Design – What Do Landscape Designers Do
What do landscapers mean when they say hardscape or softscape? There are different types of garden designers too - landscape architect, landscape contractor, landscape designer, and landscaper. What is the difference? Learn more in this article.
By Karen Boness
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Best Outdoor Lighting To Reduce Light Pollution In Your Yard
Over-illumination, or light pollution affects wildlife and is wasteful. Click to learn how to eliminate artificial light whenever possible.
By Teo Spengler
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Technology and Garden Gadgets – Tips On Using Technology In Landscape Design
Using technology in landscape architecture has become easier than ever. There are loads of web-based programs and mobile apps that handle practically all phases of landscape design, installation, and maintenance. Click here to learn more.
By Karen Boness
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Garden Lighting How To: What Is Highlighting And How To Use It
People highlight just about everything - paths, trees, buildings, sculptures, patios, and driveways. There are so many options. Where does one begin? This garden lighting how-to guide will help sort it all out. Click here for more info.
By Karen Boness
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Runoff Rain Gardening: Tips For Planting A Downspout Bog Garden
In regions that receive heavy rainfall, managing moisture in the garden and throughout their property can become difficult. One possibility, a downspout bog garden, is an excellent choice to add diversity and interest to the home landscape. Learn more here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Gravel Garden Ideas – Ways To Garden With Gravel In The Landscape
While attention grabbing boulders and water features is one idea for creating interest, implementing various types of gravel gardens is another excellent way to enhance your space. Click here for some easy gravel garden ideas you can try out yourself.
By Tonya Barnett
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Outdoor Lighting Options: Tips For Using Outdoor Garden Lighting
Outdoor lighting not only highlights interesting features but provides your home and surrounding landscape with additional beauty and security. This article will help with tips on using garden lighting.
By Nikki Tilley
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Formal Raised Bed Flower Garden Design Ideas
Planning for a raised bed full of flowers takes some forethought and know how. Read on to learn about creating a formal raised bed.
By Tonya Barnett
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Gravel Bed Garden Design: Tips On Laying A Gravel Garden
There are many useful mulches. Some help retain moisture, as does the gravel garden bed. Gravel beds are something you won’t see in every garden, but they can provide something different in your landscape. Click here to see if laying a gravel garden is an option for you.
By Becca Badgett
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Garden Seating Ideas: What Are The Different Types Of Garden Seating
Your outdoor living spaces should be as nice as the interior of your home. Exterior seating for gardens offers comfort to you and your family but also gives the chance to show a little whimsy and fun. This article has tips that can help.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Does A Botanist Do: Learn About Careers In Plant Science
Whether you're a high school student, a displaced homemaker, or looking for a career change, you might consider the field of botany. Opportunities for careers in plant science are rising. To learn exactly what a botanist is and what they do, click the following article.
By Laura Miller
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What Is A Gabion Wall And What Are Gabion Walls For
Maybe recent conversations about a wall has made you aware that you need one on your property. When you search for these additions, you may repeatedly see gabion wall ideas. What is a gabion wall? What are gabion walls for? Find out in this article.
By Becca Badgett
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Backyard Fireplace Tips – Installing An Outdoor Fireplace In The Garden
Imagine a cool autumn evening, when your garden still looks beautiful but the air is crisp and too cold to enjoy. What if you had a crackling fire to sit next to as you sipped a glass of wine or a hot cider? A garden fireplace is all you need to enjoy this idyllic scene. Learn more here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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What Is Firescaping – A Guide To Fire Conscious Gardening
Firescaping is a method of designing landscapes with fire safety in mind. Landscaping for fires is critical for homeowners in fire-prone areas. For more firescaping tips and information, click on the article that follows.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Foundation Planting Tips: Learn About Foundation Plant Spacing
To get your feng shui on with your landscape design, you must consider some foundation planting tips, especially those regarding foundation plant spacing. Click this article to learn how to space foundation plantings.
By Amy Grant