Landscaping: Do it Yourself or Hire a Professional? To DIY or not to DIY… that is the question. With the amount of Pinterest boards and YouTube tutorials that are out there, any project can seem super simple and easy to achieve on your own. Sometimes that’s the case, but sometimes it’s just a better idea […]
What Bulbs Are and When You Should Plant Them Who doesn’t love a beautiful, blooming tulip? They’re known for their bright, animated appearance, and are used by many in landscapes. However, beneath them lies a unique specialized modified stem called a bulb. People are often intimidated by plants that start out as bulbs because […]
5 Easy Ways to Increase Your Home’s Curb Appeal Everyone wants their home to have impressive curb appeal. Whether you’re planning on putting your home on the market, or you just want to make a good impression on your neighbors or guests, curb appeal is what determines a person’s first impression of your home. If […]
5 Flowers You Definitely Want in Your Utah Landscape There are an endless amount of flowers that you can choose for your landscape. Should you choose classic flowers? Modern? Colorful? Monotone? The list of options never ends. It may be overwhelming when deciding which ones to put in your yard, but there are a lot […]
Snails and Slugs: Are They Good or Bad? If you’ve seen some slimy critters crawling around your yard, you’ve probably wondered if they should be considered your friends, or your enemies. Some people find them adorable, and others find them annoying. From a biological standpoint, they provide both benefits and detriments to a landscape. If […]
The Pros and Cons of Installing a Water Feature Water features add a striking element of elegance and sophistication to any property. However, they also bring a new level of maintenance that you might not be aware of. There are many pros to having one, and also many cons! If you’re wondering if a water […]
How to Choose the Right Ground Cover Have you been wondering what kind of ground cover you should get for your landscape? Maybe you’re wondering if the one you have is right for your yard. Choosing the right one can be overwhelming at times if you don’t know the kinds of plants there are to […]
Garden Boxes: What are They and are They Right for Your Yard? If you enjoy gardening, you’ve probably seen garden boxes and wondered if they’re right for your yard. Overall they are a really simple, effective way to step up your garden. However, you probably have a lot of unanswered questions. With so many different […]
How to Create a Sustainable Landscape Everyone loves having a lush, green landscape. But have you ever stopped to wonder what effect your backyard is having on the environment? Often, the amount of energy and water that our landscapes take up is more than we realize, and more than our landscapes really need. However, there […]
Plant Nutrient Deficiencies: How to Spot and Treat Them When you put so much time and effort into keeping your plants alive, there’s nothing more frustrating than having leaves turn brown and and watching your plant slowly whither away without knowing the reason. Every plant needs nutrients to survive, and when they aren’t getting enough, […]