Planning Your Landscaping Before you start, you should do some research. The climate and soil type in your area will affect what plants grow best there. If you’re not sure about these things yet, ask a local gardener or check out websites like the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (https://www.usnaplants.org/hardzone). Next, think about how much space you have to work with–and whether it’s enough for all of your desired plants! If not, consider starting small and adding more plants as time goes on (or just enjoy what little landscaping exists now). You’ll also want to create an overall plan for wh ..read more

Introduction: Transforming your backyard into a functional and inviting outdoor living space for entertaining is an exciting project that can add value to your home and provide endless enjoyment for you and your guests. With thoughtful planning and attention to detail, you can create an outdoor oasis that is perfect for hosting gatherings, relaxing with family, and making the most of your outdoor environment. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore various design elements, tips, and ideas to help you design the ultimate outdoor living space for entertaining. Table of Contents: Assessing ..read more

Introduction: A lush, green lawn is the envy of every homeowner. To achieve and maintain a healthy lawn, you must follow the best lawn care practices. One of the key aspects of optimal lawn health is knowing when to aerate and de-thatch your lawn. In this blog post, we will discuss the best time to aerate and de-thatch your lawn, as well as the benefits and considerations you need to keep in mind. So, let’s dive in and learn how to keep your lawn in tip-top shape all year round. Table of Contents: Understanding Lawn Aeration and De-Thatching Why Timing Matters Best Time for Lawn Aeration Best ..read more

During a heat wave, it’s important to take care of your lawn. You don’t want your grass to die, after all! Keeping your lawn healthy during the summer is a matter of knowing what to do (and what not to do) to keep it from drying out and turning brown. Here are some tips and tricks for keeping your yard looking its best through summer’s worst heat waves: Know the symptoms of heat-related lawn damage. As the heat wave continues, it is important to know the symptoms of heat-related lawn damage. Heat stress can cause browning and wilting of grass, as well as poor growth and yield. If you notice yo ..read more

Have you noticed mysterious patches of brown grass on your lawn? If so, you might be hosting a new houseguest. If you haven’t already heard, Wichita is currently being infested by an unusual pest: Armyworms! This invasive species can wreak havoc on your lawn, so read on to find out if they are living in your grass and what you can do about it. What Are Armyworms? The first thing to know is that Armyworms are not actually worms. The term refers to several species of moth larvae that bury about an inch into the ground to pupate. This stage lasts anywhere from a week to a month, and the larvae ca ..read more

Sprinkles are for more than ice cream. Sprinkle your lawn with a consistent and nourishing stream of water. But many homeowners don’t think their sprinklers through. They throw a little water on their plants from the garden hose. They buy a sprinkler and drag it across their lawn. That kind of sprinkling doesn’t provide the nourishment your plants need. You need a better system. Here is a quick guide to finding the best sprinkler for a large yard. The Sprinkler System There are many different kinds of sprinklers on the market. Consider what your lawn needs. Size is an important factor, but you ..read more

Is it possible to suffer from both obesity and starvation at the same time? Experts think so. This hidden hunger phenomenon happens more than you’d think. The culprit is almost always a lack of nutritional food. If you’re trying to grow your own food, then nutrition is a priority. Farming with fertilizer can ensure your soil and crops are full of healthy nutrients. That’s not all fertilizer can do for your home garden, though! Read on to learn all the amazing benefits of choosing to farm with fertilizer. Fertilizer Improves Your Crops and Plants Have you ever wondered how to get  ..read more

There are probably a few trees in your yard that seem to be looming over your house, threatening to break and crash into your home any minute. These trees make you nervous about your family’s and home’s safety, but you don’t know the safe ways to remove or trim your tree. Trying to prune trees on your own has its own set of risks and potential injuries. Not every tree needs trimming because a few branches fell down in the last storm. Learn about a few of the major signs that it’s time to remove or trim trees and how often you should trim your trees right here. Broken Branches Rain and snowstor ..read more

You’re tired of shoveling snow and scraping ice off your driveway, walkways, lawn, and car every time a big storm hits. It’s time-consuming and laborious, but you know that if you put it off, someone could get hurt. As the season of snow and ice continues, the dangers heighten. Even a small slip on a patch of ice in the driveway could cause a broken arm or a sprained ankle. But there must be a better method than trying to scrape all the ice with a simple shovel. If you’re trying to figure out how to remove ice from your driveway this winter, you’ve come to the right place. Keep reading to lear ..read more

With Christmas less than 45 days away, many of you have already begun decorating your home for the most festive time of the year. Aunt Sally has already bought all of the local Winn-Dixie’s dried fruits for her yearly fruit cake-making marathon. Children are busy making their wish lists to send Santa at the North Pole. Your local radio station has started playing “All I Want For Christmas Is You” on a loop. As you begin preparing for the holidays, don’t forget one important thing that has its own Christmas wishes. Your yard. Yes. Your yard has needs too that can’t be forgotten during this amaz ..read more