Rock Garden

because the house was so big. The house had two average size yards and one large one that was both of the average ones combined. The front yard was mainly empty besides the front boarder of the house there was a small flower garden. In the backyard we had a vegetable garden and lots of trees. When we would plant corn and they would be ready, we honestly made all the possible food you can think of that involved corn; my favorite was “Atole de elote.” The side yard was the huge yard that we would…

Now that you are getting settled into your new dream log home or timber frame home, it's time to set your sights on landscaping. Today's landscaping is far from what it was even just a couple of years ago. Gone are the days of settling for a fancy paver patio or deck with the latest stainless steel grill. Today's homeowners are creating another living space right outside their back door. As nicer weather finally settles in, now is the team to create your outdoor "destination living" scenario. …

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Every garden in different houses typically used different concepts as well. Despite having the same concept but there is a difference between a garden designs with each other. Utilizing the outdoor areas of the house either behind or front of house as a garden has been always to do. Different is how anybody can develop any ideas they have for making a beautiful garden. One concept that is widely used is the courtyard landscaping. Whether you belong to one of the people who use the courtyard…

making a lawn look more attractive and beautiful. Get Into Gardening Part of your landscaping adventure could be adding in some gardens with flowering plants. Make choices that work well together when it comes to opting for perennials or annuals. Do what you can to make the color and beauty last longer throughout the year. Gardening could also mean having a potted herb garden on your front deck. This look will make your home appear a little more rustic, which is popular these days. A nice…

designers use the same design principles that other artists and graphic designers use, combined with plants and other elements, to create certain atmospheres and feelings that people will enjoy being around. Linda Engstrom, APLD states on her website Garden Aesthetics that “the design elements are…employed to determine the way space will be perceived.” While there is a list of design principles, the ones discussed in this paper that landscape design uses are scale, rhythm, and balance. First,…

ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LANDSCAPING AND LAWN MAINTENANCE Lawn care or landscaping services are usually the last consideration on the minds of many home owners. The majority of us choose to perform lawn maintenance by ourselves but at times circumstances may arise and we will need to hire a lawn service to take care of our yard for us. At that instance, choosing a reputable lawn maintenance company may be the best option. Your lawn could be of grass and it could have trees that drop leaves.…

community. Researching problems around the county and coming up with solutions was a fun and hard part of the project. I had a set goal to help out the community build a garden. I figured out that one of the best places for a garden is at a school. I chose the local middle school, Silver Sands. The reason for this is because having a garden at a school will provide fresh food and a learning experience for kids. Being involved in the community takes a lot of work but the results are worth it.…

attractive and are often found with butterflies due to their bright color and strong perfume-like odor. For this reason they are a common plant species in butterfly gardens. Another advantage of having Zinnias in your garden is they have two blooming seasons, one in the fall and one in summer. These flowers should thrive in the Life science gardens during the dry Utah summer and…

h1>Keep Your Paver Patio in Top Shape h2>Top Tips from Your Professional Landscaping and Tree Service Company Summer is right around the corner, and your holiday plans surely include entertaining as well as spending time in the outdoor spaces of your home. You may have already cleaned up your yard, fixed the lawn, done new planting, and treated your deck. However, have you paid attention to another significant portion of your home’s exterior, your paver patio? It is no surprise that…