Pergola vs. Arbor: What’s the difference?
A few simple landscaping structures like pergolas and arbors may be able to take your yard to the next level. They can provide shade, aesthetic interest, and even help your with your garden game. Some people use the words pergola and arbor interchangeably, while others think maybe there’s just a regional difference when it comes […]
Pool Safety Starts Here: Precautions You Can Take as a Parent
Adding a pool to your yard can make summer a lot more fun for your family. However, there a few more serious concerns to keep in mind before you can enjoy your pool. Naturally, you want your kids to be as safe as they possibly can be in your yard and reduce the chance of an accident.
Dogscaping: Creating a Dog-Friendly Backyard
Dogs are known as man’s best friend for a reason. You and your pup develop a tight bond over the years, and you probably share just about everything—from a refreshing ice cream cone on a hot day or that warm, cozy spot under the covers to lazy walks around the neighborhood or the joy of […]
No Buffet for Bambi: Deer-Proofing Your Backyard
Sure, the sight of deer in your yard can be nice–who doesn’t love Bambi? Yet when deer are munching on your plants, they can be a major disturbance to the peace of your landscape. Unfortunately, eastern forests and suburban areas are overpopulated with deer, and that means they’re hungrier, which is bad for the deer […]
Landscaping Around a Privacy Fence: Create a Tropical Oasis
Summer is coming to an end for those of us in West Chester and the rest of the Northeast. This may make you long for the Caribbean. It is possible to get that tropical resort feel in your own backyard! We recently reviewed a variety of backyard themes to enhance your landscape—all designed around a […]
Privacy Fence Landscaping: 4 Ways to Design Your Staycation
Your privacy fence doesn’t have to just be a simple border to your yard. It can become a part of your home and reflect your personality. Feeling funky? Paint a wood fence yellow! Prefer a natural look with little maintenance? Wood-colored vinyl fencing might be just right for you. However, there is no need to […]