Landscaping & Outdoor Building

Landscaping inexpensively can make a design statement for your yard and keep money in your wallet. Sometimes it’s a question of revamping en entire landscape or just a section of your yard. Either...

You can level your lawn or garden with a landscape rake. Use this special type of box blade for penetrating the top layer of soil, and to smooth the area out again. The landscape rake saves a lot...

Landscape edging is most effective when it provides a seamless barrier between the landscaping it protects and the grass in the lawn. Many grasses and weeds will quickly spread into garden beds if...

A sunny garden landscape offers opportunities to plant a huge number of sun-loving flowers, vegetables, herbs, fruit trees and vines. Sunny locations dry out quickly, so it's important to select...

Many existing homes with mature landscaping have utilized railroad or landscape ties as essential retaining devices for flower beds or other designs. If you are remodeling or have purchased a home...

Landscape blocks are a great way to finish off a beautiful landscape lawn. However, over time they can get chipped or even develop cracks. Since the use of caulk and its properties have been...

Decorative landscaping often incorporates the use of landscape gravel. Easily adding texture and color to garden surrounds, the prime value is in not having to replace it annually. A homeowner...

Some people think tying a shrub to a vehicle and trying to pull it out is the best method. It's not. Trying to a pull a shrub out is really hard on a vehicle. You can cause a multitude of problems...

The weeping form of Japanese maples is a colorful ornamental tree known for its drooping branches and lacy leaves. Varieties such as Crimson Queen bring deep red and maroon tones to the landscape....

Fountains are added to garden or outdoor settings to enhance the landscape, create a calming atmosphere, muffle noise and distractions, and attract birds and other wildlife. Garden fountains are...

Landscape and urban planners determine how land will be used within a community. As a citizen of your community, you have the right to be involved in the planning process. In fact, according to...

Selecting the perfect bird bath for your yard is simple. The challenge is placing and landscaping the new feature. The surrounding landscape features hold the potential of enhancing the bird bath...

The trickling sound of a water feature creates a peaceful environment, making them favorite landscaping decor in residential areas. Water features add a natural touch to any yard even in the...

Not only are landscape pavers a functional addition to your yard, they can add a beautiful decorative element. You can use landscape pavers to make a patio for additional outdoor living space or a...

Creating good, long-lasting shrub borders is important, because proper landscaping adds to the value of a home or property. You need to consider at least four aspects of shrubs: 1. Where to place...

Landscape bricks are a useful, versatile and durable material for outdoor building and landscaping. They are often used effectively as a material for constructing borders around flower beds,...

Whether you live in the tropics or just want a mental escape each time you step into your backyard, a tropical landscape creates a distinct outdoor living space. The planning of the tropical...

Thinking about enhancing your home's curb appeal? Decomposed granite (DG) is a functional, multi-purpose material that could help you realize your landscape and hardscape dreams. This permeable,...

If some of your outdoor low voltage landscape lighting is not working, the most likely cause is a bad connection. Landscape lighting wire is buried under the ground and has splices. The ground is...

Landscaping projects give the home a face lift which often increases the value of the home. Before you begin the project, you need to know the quantity of each landscaping material to purchase....

Accent lighting in landscaping increases your home's beauty at night. It draws attention to your favorite features and makes your home seem more secure. There are many options in both style and...

Give your lawn a professional look by installing concrete landscape edging. This not only makes your flower beds look nice, but concrete edging also gives each section of your lawn a more groomed...

Landscaping projects that include dry creek beds have become popular for many reasons. For some, controlling water drainage in the yard is a necessity. For others, a dry creek bed is simply a...

Using landscape blocks is a simple way to beautify your yard or lawn project. The blocks are easy to use in either plain or interlocking form and they come in earth-tone colors that will...

Retaining walls can be used for many reasons. You can divide a yard, divert water run off and halt erosion. Building a wall with landscape blocks is a good weekend project that will add beauty and...

A well-planned landscape can enhance any outdoor area. You can use landscape plants to create a warm and inviting entrance, a relaxing retreat or to hide an unsightly view. Whether you are...

A backyard swing set encourages kids to step away from video games and get active. Preparing your yard for the swing set is an important step to ensure the safety of the children as they engage in...

Using rock in a landscape is an effective way to achieve dramatic results. With the availability of different colors and sizes, there are many applications in a landscape where rock can add depth,...

Landscape fabric, also called geotextiles, was developed to control weeds in agricultural fields. Professional landscapers brought landscape fabric to home gardens where it quickly gained favor as...

Landscaping stones are a great addition to any yard or garden. The are usually flagstone material and from time to time they will need to be cleaned. Landscaping stones are used in many different...

The process is straightforward, but the timbers are heavy, so making a landscape timber box takes physical strength. Timbers come in 8-foot lengths and 5x6-, 6x6- and 6x8-inch dimensions. Pressure...

Landscape pavers come in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes and can create almost any pattern or shape you desire, making them a versatile choice for your outdoor living space design.

One of the major benefits of Florida's subtropical climate is that it allows its residents to enjoy year-round gardening. Although many of the plants common to gardens found in colder zones will...

Adding pathways between points of interest adds beauty and easy access to the garden. However, pathways should be level and wide enough for garden tools such as wheelbarrows. Paths can be made by...

Landscaping rocks come in a variety of colors, sizes and shapes. They can be real or artificial. Crushed rock or crushed aggregates are nothing more than larger rocks broken either on purpose for...

Building a landscape border around a house increases the value of the home and makes the home look nicer. Your hardiness zone determines what you are able to grow in the landscape border. Before...

Many gardeners are choosing rubber mulch for landscaping flower beds and other growing areas. Rubber mulch is an affordable option and stays attractive for many years. Rubber mulch comes in a...

Have you dreamed of adding an elegant rock wall, stone patio or gravel walkway to your home? Complement your next garden design project with landscape rocks and stone. It's easier than you think...

Compared to the cost of an in ground swimming pool, an above ground pool can be quite affordable. Whatever type of pool you install, make sure to plan properly. The right preparation can mean the...

Landscape lighting can provide you security at night, visibility to light up pathways and serve to display your landscaping artwork in the night. Low voltage landscape lighting has many advantages...

While regular plastic sheeting will certainly kill weeds, it may kill everything else in your garden too. Plastic sheeting will not allow the soil to breathe and will trap in so much heat and...

Planning a landscape can be overwhelming to someone who has never done it before, but you can use the tools a professional would use to design the perfect yard. Whether you use a computer tool or...

A swimming pool in the backyard can create a virtual oasis in a world full of stress. After that swimming pool is in place, you will be able to vacation in your own backyard, but how you landscape...

Xeriscaping is the art of creating low-maintenance landscapes that need a minimum of water to thrive. The method is environmentally friendly, and eliminates the need for watering, weeding and...

The sound of running water is soothing and can add tranquility to any landscape. You can either pair a landscape waterfall with a pond or create one without a pond. These instructions describe how...

Start a redbud tree in your landscape or yard in fall or winter in Texas. The redbud tree is one of the early spring flowering small trees that is showy and a good landscape choice. It is a...

Raised beds can play an important role in solving problems related to space and soil conditions for both flower and vegetable gardening. The simple construction of small, self-contained, raised...

Landscaping on steep slopes can be dangerous and should be done very carefully. Using rocks on a steep slope can be challenging, but if done properly will add a nice dimension to the landscape.

Installed Landscape lighting not only increases curb appeal but it also makes you home safer and increases home value. Landscape lighting need not be ornate or expensive to create a dramatic...

A pond can be a beautiful asset to the landscape, but it can cause extreme frustration if it has a leak in its. The causes of leaks include pressure from rocks overlooked during installation, a...