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6 Easy Landscaping Designs Using Gravel
Thinking of easy landscaping designs? Gravel will be your best friend! They aren’t just used for unpaved driveways or as a base for your patio. It can be beautiful, too! It just takes some imagination. Gravel is a budget-friendly material that’s plentiful in a variety of colors. So how can you use them to improve…
Read MoreHow to Prepare Your Landscape for Spring
Ahh, it’s time to prepare your landscape for spring! As this is a period of renewal, saying goodbye to the harsh cold of winter, and looking forward to the return of lush green foliage and gorgeous blooms. When it comes to your yard, combining the beauty of spring with functionality requires a fair amount of…
Read MoreTips for Balancing Aesthetics and Functionality in Your Landscape Design
Balancing aesthetics and functionality in your landscape design doesn’t always come naturally. Landscape design is a unique endeavor because while it benefits significantly from creative flourishes and decisions, you still have to make things work practically. Here are some tips to ensure you get the best of both in your next landscaping project. Know and…
Read MoreDesigning With Texture: How to Use Sand and Gravel for Visual Interest in Landscaping
Part of designing a good landscape is playing with the colors and textures of sand and gravel. While you can accomplish this in various ways, using sand and gravel is often a straightforward and flexible way. Here’s how you can try it for yourself. Designing Your Garden With Sand and Gravel Grass and soil have…
Read MoreTop Safety Tips for Handling Sand and Gravel
It’s just a bunch of rocks, right? There shouldn’t be anything to be wary about safety tips in handling some gravel or sand. While these materials are harmless on their own, handling them during a landscaping project can get a little dicey. It’s good to know how to handle sand and gravel safely, just in…
Read MoreThe Cost-Saving Benefits of Using Gravel for Your Next Landscaping Project
There are many advantages and cost-saving benefits to incorporating gravel into your landscaping — it’s versatile, durable, and eco-friendly. But the most important advantage of gravel is how much money it can save you. Just how does gravel save you money on landscaping costs? Let’s take a closer look at the benefits of gravel and…
Read MoreSand vs. Gravel: Which Is Better for Drainage?
It can be unclear whether sand or gravel is the better material to use for drainage. Both need proper maintenance and planning to be effective, but knowing which provides more drainage is the primary factor here. Keeping a healthy garden means carefully controlling the exact amount of water that flows through. Too little means your…
Read MoreCommon Characteristics of Fill Dirt
For most construction (and many landscaping) projects, the type of soil that’s most common is, fill dirt, which is purely for creating a stable, solid base on which to build. While your garden needs nutritious, plant-sustaining topsoil to foster its growth, a concrete foundation has no such requirement. What Exactly Is Fill Dirt? There are…
Read MoreHow to Choose the Right Rock Color for Your Landscape Project
Here’s a simple guide to help you choose the perfect rock color for your landscape project. Landscaping is an art form and like any other, color plays an important role in the overall aesthetic and feel of a space. With that said, as you select rocks for your next landscaping project, you have to consider…
Read MoreTips to Avoid Frustration When Using Pea Gravel
Here are some tips to ensure a straightforward and frustration-free experience when using pea gravel in your next landscaping project. Thanks to the aesthetic and functional appeal of its smooth, rounded stones, pea gravel is a personal favorite of many homeowners and landscapers for everything from pathways to patios. When working with pea gravel, however,…
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