Many people can see groundcovers as invasive species of plants that reap no benefit for their landscaping. This is not true; groundcover plants are beneficial, visually appealing with their bright and vivid colors, and can fulfill so many needs in your landscape. Some of these needs include providing continuity to your landscape, offering an efficient grass alternative, and helping maintain […]
Everything really is bigger in Texas, including the average home size. Now place these large homes right next to each other inside of a planned community, and what you have is many narrow, shady side yard areas where water tends to collect between homes. Since moving the home isn’t an option, we have made a variety of landscaping recommendations below, […]
A stone retaining wall can be both a functional and decorative way to enhance your landscaping and reduce maintenance. When thinking about a landscaping project, many homeowners wonder who I can hire to build a stone retaining wall and install the landscaping. If you need to build a stone retaining wall, you should hire a landscaping contractor or a stone […]
One of the most important necessities of your landscaping and property is a good drainage system. Many homeowners want a solution to yard drainage issues but aren’t sure what is needed or what it will cost. The truth is, what a drainage system costs in Dallas depends on several factors, like the type of drainage system required, the materials needed […]
In the North Texas area, one of the most commonly used or heard of trees is the Crape Myrtle. Although it is commonly heard of, many homeowners are unaware of the maintenance required for the tree itself. In this article, we will discuss 10 common questions about caring for a Crape Myrtle tree. These will include answering questions about tree […]
As the summer season comes to a close, many North Dallas homeowners are starting work on their fall-season lawn care maintenance checklist before welcoming winter. Fall season lawn care can be a blank area for many homeowners, so we have provided a list of ways you can keep your lawn fresh and healthy during the autumn. These ways include raking […]
As our seasons grow longer, our busy schedule tends to follow. This leaves little room for precarious landscaping needs that are required in many different gardens. In order to solve this, we have included a list of 5 low-maintenance shrubs for North Texas that will add liveliness and efficiency to your landscape and help contribute towards a low-maintenance lawn. Among […]
One of the most commonly used materials in landscaping beds is mulch. Installing mulch in your planting beds has many different purposes, including retaining moisture within the soil, promoting the health of the soil, controlling unwanted weeds, and even insulating a plant’s roots to protect them from freezing temperatures. Because of the large variety of different colors and textures of […]
In Dallas, Texas, the summer heat is relentless, reaching highs in the 100s daily. Because of this, many plants are left dehydrated and are prone to dying under these harsh conditions. In order to produce a beautiful, blooming landscape in extreme conditions, we have provided a list of six drought-tolerant trees for Dallas landscaping. These trees are not only drought-resistant […]
Soaring summertime temperatures in Texas make spending time in your garden a real challenge. Just as all of your garden plants need additional water to thrive, mosquitoes come along. The mosquito thrives in a moist and humid environment, carrying a host of potential irritations as well as diseases. You can keep mosquitoes at bay by including certain herbs in your […]