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Drought Tolerant Landscaping Ideas for a Low-Water Solution
The Pacific Northwest gets plenty of rain all winter long. In fact, the region is world-famous for this fact. However, what is less well-known is that the summers are often bone-dry. Your lawn and plants start to suffer when the dry spells go on for too long. The...
Boosting Curb Appeal: Does Landscaping Increase Property Value?
We all know that when it comes to selling a home, curb appeal is paramount, and landscaping plays a major role in that. Your yard is the first impression potential buyers get of your home, which is why it’s important to have an attractive one. You may be thinking,...
5 Organic Lawn Care Tips for a Pesticide Free Landscape
Everywhere you look people are seeking organic foods and other products. There are organic cotton bed sheets and organic cheeses. Environmental practices are taking hold nationwide, including neighborhood gardens. When your lawn and garden is pesticide free your...
7 Creative Vertical Gardening Techniques That Will Save You Space
Space is a prime commodity these days. Portland is filling in areas that used to be open for food cart pods, and large backyards are being used to build accessory dwelling units (ADUs). In a fast-growing city like Portland, open space tends to decrease per person. You...
Landscaping Basics: Front Yard Tips & Tricks for Beginners
Think about the best front yard on the block. Do you ever wonder how they do it? Everywhere we turn there are examples of great gardeners doing amazing things with their yards. If you are a beginner, you can start learning basic lawn care tips on how to start...
Summer Lawn Care: The Secret to Maintaining Your Yard in the Heat
Summer heat is brutal on your yard. After months of rain, suddenly your grass and plants need to adapt to a baking sun and less natural water. Left untended, you are likely to end up with brown spots in the yard. However, there are ways to maintain a lush yard despite...
5 Weed Control Methods That Will Keep Your Lawn & Garden Healthy
Weeds. Nothing can kill the beauty of your landscape faster than these menaces. However, there are things you can do to ensure that your garden is free of weeds and that your lawn and garden is healthy all year. Keep reading to learn several methods for preventing and...
School Maintenance Tips for Beautifying Your Grounds Year-Round
School maintenance is about more than maintaining the building and its systems. It's vital to maintain a healthy external environment, as well. When you have grounds that add to the educational experience of school, you will have maximized your budget as well as the...
How to Choose the Best Parking Lot Trees for Your Business
Even before the environment became such a hot topic, business leaders have recognized the need for trees in their parking lots. Trees provide needed shade in the summer, they look great, and customers appreciate the extra attention to detail on the part of business...
Apartment Landscaping Ideas for Increased Tenant Occupancy
Every rental property needs to maintain a certain number of residents in order to turn a profit. One thing that can boost tenant numbers and retention is constant attention to landscape details. You need a certain curb appeal that attracts tenants who are shopping for...