Landscaping Basics

Pea gravel consists of rock fragments, each about as large as a pea. It costs very little, but comes with one downside: The gravel may have sharp edges. So, if you have pets or small children that...

When trying to get rid of a ficus tree, many gardeners and landscapers have discovered that simply cutting it down is not enough. Ficus trees have a strong root system that is efficient and able...

Desert landscaping can be a very attractive and alluring look to your home or garden. If you live in a dry desert city like Phoenix or Las Vegas, desert landscaping is encouraged in order to save...

Changes in landscaping sometimes require growing grass in an area that was once covered with cement. Although sod can be planted in any but the coldest of seasons, the best time to lay sod is in...

Although rubber mulch is a relatively new landscaping product, it is quickly growing in popularity. Because of its cushioning ability, it is often used on playgrounds and horse riding arenas as...

Hydrangeas are deciduous flowering shrubs native to Asia. The flowers of the hydrangea are known as either mopheads or lacecaps, and are either white, blue, purple, pink or, more rarely, red. For...

Landscaping should include a collection of many different eye-catching objects. Flowers are a picturesque landscaping element, of course, but you can also use other objects to create a nice...

If you have a spot in your yard where the grass just won't grow, stop putting grass seed down, and try to make a small flower bed rock garden instead. A flower garden is guaranteed to cheer up any...

A garden pool adds a dynamic element to your yard. While it seems difficult to make a garden pool it is not.

The top layer of grass, roots and other materials that form the visible part of a yard is called sod. Sod needs to be removed before you add a new garden, creek or other landscaping feature to...

The top layer of grass, roots and other materials that form the visible part of a yard is called sod. Sod needs to be removed before you add a new garden, creek or other landscaping feature to...