Tag: Landscaping
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There are myriad options for landscaping with evergreens within your garden design. Whether providing year-round lush foliage, seasonal color from flowers and berries, privacy for a corner of your outdoor retreat, or vitality and structure to see your backyard through the coldest months, these hardworking members of the planting palette should be a key element…
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“Her yard is incredible—there are many unique spots,” interior designer Christy Martin commented to Architectural Digest of her client’s Tucson garden. That client was none other than singer Linda Ronstadt. And yet, it’s difficult to imagine an area of any garden more appealing than one with such intimacy. Local firm Harlow Gardens created the space,…
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Putting up walls can be a good thing. That is, if you’re talking about retaining wall ideas in your landscape design. “At the basic level, a retaining wall is a structure that holds or retains soil behind it,” explains Joe Raboine, director of Belgard Residential Hardscapes, an outdoor hardscapes company. “Though retaining walls are most…
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Drought-tolerant landscaping is top of the agenda right now, with the availability of low-water landscaping rebates, lawn-to-garden conversion incentives, and irrigation grants meaning there’s never been a better time to redesign your landscape using a more sustainable approach. A landscape that has been designed with drought tolerance in mind will include a mix of hardscape…
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Photo: ProvenWinners.com 1 / 26 Drought-Tolerant Can be Colorful + Beautiful Whether you’re dealing with water restrictions or lack of rain, it’s still possible to create the yard of your dreams with drought-resistant landscaping techniques. You can craft inexpensive drought-tolerant landscaping using simple methods that aren’t tough to implement or adopt practices that demand a…
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– Lightweight 17″ Leveler Head, Smooth Operation in Uneven Spaces: This lawn leveling rake features a wide 17” x 10” ground plate and ergonomic handle offer a perfect balance of coverage and control, reducing fatigue during extended use. Whether you’re leveling sand, compost, or topsoil, the leveler glides easily over grass and soil with minimal…
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Deciding on desert landscaping ideas can appear daunting at first but, be reassured there are plenty of inspiring plant combinations, head-turning looks and design choices you can utilize to transform a hot, dusty yard. While there may not be as many floriferous and colorful blooms to include, there are plenty of striking plant shapes, mesmerizing…
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– 21V HEAVY-DUTY BRANCH CUTTER: Professional-grade steel blade slices through 1.2-inch thick branches effortlessly – ideal for fruit tree pruning tools, rose bushes, and hardwood shrub trimming equipment. Outperforms manual shears with industrial-strength garden gear efficiency.BATTERY POWER: Includes two 2000mAh rechargeable batteries to ensure extended operation time for your pruning tasksERGONOMIC DESIGN: Comfortable grip with…
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Your home may be your castle, but rather than surround it with a moat, use any of these wonderful yard landscaping ideas to add warmth, color, and texture to the place you love to live. Whether you are growing blooming shrubs, planting annuals and long-lasting perennials, or deer-proofing your garden, there are many beautiful ways…
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Tiny houses have been having a moment for a while now. In an age of rising housing costs, concerns about sustainability, and a desire to declutter and simplify life, small houses appeal to many. The term “tiny house” has come to encompass a lifestyle that values smaller, simpler, and more affordable homes that are larger…