Throw your garden into motion with a path of garden stepping stones. Lawn stepping stones offer an experience that extends and invitation to somewhere and changes one’s mood as they move in that direction. Not only does it serve a purpose of beauty but also gives direction to otherwise dull landscapes and muddy walkways. In many cases even grass paths can become unwalkable unless there’s a garden stepping stones bridge. This nature adventure allows for endless possibilities for placement. There is no wrong or right arrangements so let your creativity wander. You can place lawn ste...

Hardscape, in landscape, is all those items, usually relatively large, such as: paths, patios, paved areas, arbours and the like. As opposed to "softscape" which is all the plants and greenery. Driveways, walkways, or paths, are the most common elements of the hardscape. These elements are a necessity in most homes as they provide clear and clean access, from one place to another, without tramping through and damaging the garden areas. Although concrete is the more common of surface types, there are many other products that can serve the same purpose. With driveways, gravel is low cost alt...

6 Steps to Keeping a Greener Lush Lawn by Kevin Godberson This spring why not start your lawn out the right way. Follow all of these steps in order and you will have a lush green lawn for the up and coming season. These steps should be followed annually to keep a healthy, greener lawn. Step # 1. Thatching and Raking - In early March a thorough raking of all grass areas should be done. Don’t make the mistake of thatching with a machine as this will turn up weed seeds and crabgrass. Thatching always sh...

Is Your Lawn Care Company Helping You With QuackGrass? If you have any thin areas of your lawn, this light green grass may try to take over your lawn. So, its grass right? What is the problem then? The problem is that it is rough, coarse, and grows more than 5 feet in a single season. That means it not only looks ugly, but it is very uncomfortable for anyone walking without shoes, attempting to have a picnic, or just rough-housing on the lawn. I would encourage you to ask your lawn care company what they are doing about the possibility of "Quackgrass" taking over the thinne...

There are now a variety of product kits to choose from if you desire to have that luxuriant lawn. However, it is better to do a little background check on the products before actually purchasing them. You see there are products that yield different results under different conditions. For instance, there are weed and feed products that would function on dry lawn and those that are effective on a wet one. You should spend time understanding the instructions to be able to pinpoint which ones suit your requirements. A spreader is a type of equipment essential in a lawn care DIY. It is av...

With harsh conditions of winter gone and the beauty of spring upon us, now is the time to start thinking about your lawn and having it look it’s best this summer. For instance in Colorado landscaping in Denver is prime as we just had a really wet winter. We’ll give you some general tips to get your lawn back into shape. 1. Regular weed removal - If you don’t use pesticides then the occasional weed is going to spring up on you and your yard. Pulling weeds from the root is the best way to eradicate it and make sure it doesn’t come back. 2. Water Early in the Morning – Saturate your...

For many homeowners, mowing is the easiest method to eliminate lawn weeds from your grass. Mowing your lawn to a range higher than its regular height is effective in crowding out unwanted weeds. It helps in blocking the sunlight from reaching such weeds, thwarting their growth. However, mowing is not the ultimate solution to your weed problems. In order to be effective in keeping them off your lawn, it is best to identify the weed types. Each weed type has its best way for controlling. Lawn weeds come in three types, each requiring a different method for control. These weeds are...

The many lawn grasses available in the market. Failing to appreciate these factors can potentially lead to some burdensome problems later on, which would be quite unfortunate, given the fact that sound pre-purchase analysis could have prevented them. What are these factors? Let's take a look at them one by one. * Your location. What are the prevailing weather conditions that your area experiences throughout the year? How about the climate? How high and how low can the temperature go? These are important in choosing lawn grasses that can survive your environment. Otherwise, you'll jus...

The type of grass is another important step in lawn and garden care. There are many types of grass seed, shade, sun and a mix of sun and shade you will need to analyze your lawn requirements and choose the correct seed. You want your grass to have deep, healthy roots. You need to make sure you feed the soil this is very import for lawn growth. One of the most import things to remember is choose the soil that fits your climate and yard. If you find you have too much spring in your step, then check to see how difficult it is to reach the soil under your grass. If you're serious about growi...

If you love being outdoors, you should pick lawn furniture that you love! It should be more than practical and functional. It should add to the very experience of being outside. There are so many options in lawn furniture, and you are sure to find something to fit within your budget. Does your family host a lot of picnics? If so, there’s no doubt a picnic table in your future. Picnic tables come in a lot of varieties ranging from plastic to cast iron. This is one piece of furniture that can truly fit into any budget. If the picnic table will be used predominantly by adults, a cheaper plas...