Landscaped garden, house

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Most homeowners would love to own a really great lawn.  The reality is that as much as we may dream of having the prettiest property in the neighbourhood, few of us have the knowledge and time required to dedicate to proper lawn maintenance.  It takes a certain amount of gardening skill and knowledge to make a lawn really thrive.   Professional lawn care services provide the perfect solution. Read more . . .

Landscaped with different plants and trees

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If you’re planning to recreate your landscaping design, don’t think ‘flat’.  By incorporating elements of height, you can layer your landscape and bring new excitement to your existing gardens.

While gardening is a great way to clear the mind and soothe the soul,  garden landscaping can, of course, get your imagination working overtime and let your creativity run wild.  It’s fun to plan and to implement all of your wild designs. Read more . . .

Bonsai plants displayed on the garden

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Interested in growing your very own bonsai? The initial step is to choose the right kind of plant.

Orange jasmine (also known as the China Box) is a large, multi-trunk shrub or small that belongs to the Rue or Rutaceae family. Its fragrant ‘orange blossom’ flowers stand out beautifully against the dark evergreen green leaves, which are made of anywhere from three to nine leaflets. Read more . . .

Garden bench made of wood on top of round stones

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Creating the perfect landscape can be relatively simple, but you need to begin with the right materials.  Having all of the necessities on hand before you start will make the job a lot easier, and, therefore, will make your creation come to life much faster.  Landscaping supplies are readily available in summer and spring months.

Garden Instruments

Basic garden instruments are an absolute must for any landscaping project.  Be sure to have shovels, rakes, spades and a wheelbarrow on hand.  These items can be found at department stores and hardware, as well as home and garden Read more . . .

Plants with light snow

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Usually, people draw up their landscaping plans while visions of gloriously clear days dance in their heads.  But it’s a mistake for homeowners to invest all of their money and time into plants to tend on sunny summer afternoons, without considering that these same landscapes must endure inclement weather as well.

Depending on where you live, rain and snow will play a big part in your landscaping decisions. For this reason, it’s vital to take the time to learn about your climate, and whether the plants and materials you choose will Read more . . .